Utuqqanaat Inaat
Utuqqanaat Inaat is a 5-star rated nursing home in Kotzebue, AK with 18 beds. CMS sub-ratings: health inspections 4/5, staffing 5/5, quality measures 3/5.
The facility has 40 health violations on record. Most recent inspection: April 25, 2024.
Staff turnover rate: 78.3% — significantly above the national average.
Data synthesized from CMS.gov and Alaska public inspection records. Reviewed by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., NR-EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.
Inspection History Overview
Data current as of May 6, 2026 · Source: CMS Provider Data
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Fines and Penalties by Year
Health Violations by Year
2024 3 violations
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
2023 3 violations
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2021 8 violations
The resident has the right to receive notices in a format and a language he or she understands.
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
2020 1 violations
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2019 6 violations
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2017 12 violations
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Protect each resident from separation (from other residents, his/her room, or confinement to his/her room).
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
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.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
2016 7 violations
Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.
1) Hire only people with no legal history of abusing, neglecting or mistreating residents; or 2) report and investigate any acts or reports of abuse, neglect or mistreatment of residents.
Give residents proper treatment to prevent new bed (pressure) sores or heal existing bed sores.
Store, cook, and serve food in a safe and clean way.
Provide routine and emergency drugs through a licensed pharmacist and only under the general supervision of a licensed nurse.
Have a program that investigates, controls and keeps infection from spreading.
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Frequently Asked Questions About Utuqqanaat Inaat
- What violations has Utuqqanaat Inaat received?
- Utuqqanaat Inaat has 40 health and safety violation(s) documented by CMS inspections. All violation data comes from official Medicare inspection reports and is updated regularly from government sources.
- What is the quality rating of Utuqqanaat Inaat?
- Utuqqanaat Inaat has a 5-star rating out of 5 from CMS. This is an above-average rating, indicating better quality care compared to most nursing homes. The rating is based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures.
- When was Utuqqanaat Inaat last inspected?
- Inspection reports are documented by state survey agencies and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Reports typically lag 2-3 months behind the actual inspection date. Visit the facility's full profile page for detailed violation information and inspection history.
- Is Utuqqanaat Inaat safe?
- Safety at Utuqqanaat Inaat should be evaluated based on multiple factors: the facility's CMS rating, recent violation history, and personal visits. We recommend reviewing the complete inspection history, speaking with current residents and families, consulting healthcare professionals, and visiting in person before making placement decisions.
- How do I contact Utuqqanaat Inaat?
- Phone: (907) 442-3321. Address: 436 Mission Street, Kotzebue, AK. For visiting hours and admission information, call the facility directly.
- What services does Utuqqanaat Inaat offer?
- Utuqqanaat Inaat is a skilled nursing facility with 18 beds. The facility accepts Medicare and Medicaid. For specific services like rehabilitation, memory care, or short-term recovery, contact the facility directly.
- What are better facilities near Kotzebue, AK?
- Compare Utuqqanaat Inaat with other nursing homes in Kotzebue, AK on our facilities page. Filter by star rating, bed count, and recent inspection results to find the best match for your needs.
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| Facility | Rating | Violations | Beds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utuqqanaat Inaat (this facility) | ★★★★★ | 40 | 18 |
| Utuqqanaat Inaat | ★★★☆☆ | 0 | 18 |
Editorial Standards & Data Oversight
Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Provider Data Catalog.
Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.
Professional Review: All content undergoes standards and compliance oversight by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal, using professional regulatory data auditing protocols.
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