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Health Inspection

Denali Center

Inspection Date: January 20, 2026
Total Violations 11
Facility ID 025020
Location FAIRBANKS, AK
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Inspection Findings

F-Tag F0607

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited DENALI CENTER in FAIRBANKS, AK for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0607 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-01-20.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

Scope/Severity Level F: widespread, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 11 deficiencies cited during this inspection of DENALI CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.

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F-Tag F0645

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited DENALI CENTER in FAIRBANKS, AK for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0645 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-01-20.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 11 deficiencies cited during this inspection of DENALI CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.

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F-Tag F0684

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited DENALI CENTER in FAIRBANKS, AK for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0684 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-01-20.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 11 deficiencies cited during this inspection of DENALI CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.

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F-Tag F0689

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Harm Level: Actual Harm

Federal health inspectors cited DENALI CENTER in FAIRBANKS, AK for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0689 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-01-20.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Scope/Severity Level G: isolated, actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy.

Actual harm to residents was documented as a result of this deficiency.

This was one of 11 deficiencies cited during this inspection of DENALI CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.

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F-Tag F0699

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited DENALI CENTER in FAIRBANKS, AK for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0699 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-01-20.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.

Scope/Severity Level E: pattern, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 11 deficiencies cited during this inspection of DENALI CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.

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F-Tag F0711

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited DENALI CENTER in FAIRBANKS, AK for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0711 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-01-20.

Category: Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 11 deficiencies cited during this inspection of DENALI CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.

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F-Tag F0755

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited DENALI CENTER in FAIRBANKS, AK for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0755 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-01-20.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 11 deficiencies cited during this inspection of DENALI CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.

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F-Tag F0761

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited DENALI CENTER in FAIRBANKS, AK for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0761 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-01-20.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 11 deficiencies cited during this inspection of DENALI CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.

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F-Tag F0812

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited DENALI CENTER in FAIRBANKS, AK for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0812 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-01-20.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Scope/Severity Level F: widespread, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 11 deficiencies cited during this inspection of DENALI CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.

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F-Tag F0838

Administration Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited DENALI CENTER in FAIRBANKS, AK for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0838 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-01-20.

Category: Administration Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.

Scope/Severity Level F: widespread, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 11 deficiencies cited during this inspection of DENALI CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.

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F-Tag F0880

Infection Control Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited DENALI CENTER in FAIRBANKS, AK for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0880 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-01-20.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Scope/Severity Level F: widespread, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 11 deficiencies cited during this inspection of DENALI CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.

πŸ“‹ Inspection Summary

DENALI CENTER in FAIRBANKS, AK inspection on recent inspection.

Found 0 violation(s). Severity: Standard violations. Status: 0 corrected, 0 pending.

What this means: Health inspections identify deficiencies that facilities must correct. Violations range from minor documentation issues to serious safety concerns. All deficiencies must be corrected within required timeframes and are subject to follow-up verification.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an F-tag violation?
F-tags are federal deficiency codes used by CMS to categorize nursing home violations. Each F-tag corresponds to a specific federal regulation (42 CFR Part 483). For example, F607 relates to abuse prevention policies, F880 relates to infection control.
Were these violations corrected?
Facilities must submit plans of correction and implement changes within required timeframes. CMS conducts follow-up inspections to verify corrections. Check the inspection report for specific correction dates and follow-up verification status.
How often do nursing home inspections happen?
CMS conducts unannounced inspections of all Medicare/Medicaid-certified nursing homes at least once per year. Additional inspections may occur based on complaints, facility-reported incidents, or follow-up to verify previous violations were corrected.
What should families do about these violations?
Families should: (1) Review the full inspection report for details, (2) Ask facility administration about specific corrective actions taken, (3) Check if this represents a pattern by reviewing prior inspections, (4) Compare with other facilities in FAIRBANKS, AK, (5) Report new concerns to state authorities.
Where can I see the full inspection report?
Complete inspection reports are available on Medicare.gov's Care Compare website (www.medicare.gov/care-compare). You can also request copies directly from DENALI CENTER or from the state Department of Health. Reports include deficiency codes, facility responses, and correction timelines.
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