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Complaint Investigation

Waters Of Tipton Skilled Nursing Facility, The

March 26, 2026 · Tipton, IN · 300 Fairgrounds Rd
Citations 12
CMS Rating 1/5
Beds 150
Provider ID 155556
Healthcare Facility
Waters Of Tipton Skilled Nursing Facility, The
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Inspection Summary

WATERS OF TIPTON SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE in TIPTON, IN — inspection on March 26, 2026.

Found 12 citations. Severity: Standard violations.

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

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Inspection Findings

FF0552
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited WATERS OF TIPTON SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE in TIPTON, IN for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0552 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-03-26.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

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 12 deficiencies cited during this inspection of WATERS OF TIPTON SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has plan of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2026-04-15.

Federal health inspectors cited WATERS OF TIPTON SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE in TIPTON, IN for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0580 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-03-26.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

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 12 deficiencies cited during this inspection of WATERS OF TIPTON SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has plan of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2026-04-15.

Federal health inspectors cited WATERS OF TIPTON SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE in TIPTON, IN for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0604 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-03-26.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

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 12 deficiencies cited during this inspection of WATERS OF TIPTON SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has plan of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2026-04-15.

Federal health inspectors cited WATERS OF TIPTON SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE in TIPTON, IN for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0628 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-03-26.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

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 12 deficiencies cited during this inspection of WATERS OF TIPTON SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has plan of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2026-04-15.

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Federal health inspectors cited WATERS OF TIPTON SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE in TIPTON, IN for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0644 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-03-26.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

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 12 deficiencies cited during this inspection of WATERS OF TIPTON SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has plan of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2026-04-15.

Federal health inspectors cited WATERS OF TIPTON SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE in TIPTON, IN for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0689 during a complaint investigation conducted on 2026-03-26.

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 12 deficiencies cited during this inspection of WATERS OF TIPTON SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has plan of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2026-04-15.

Federal health inspectors cited WATERS OF TIPTON SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE in TIPTON, IN for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0692 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-03-26.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

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 12 deficiencies cited during this inspection of WATERS OF TIPTON SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has plan of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2026-04-15.

Federal health inspectors cited WATERS OF TIPTON SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE in TIPTON, IN for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0740 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-03-26.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.

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 12 deficiencies cited during this inspection of WATERS OF TIPTON SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has plan of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2026-04-15.

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Federal health inspectors cited WATERS OF TIPTON SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE in TIPTON, IN for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0761 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-03-26.

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 12 deficiencies cited during this inspection of WATERS OF TIPTON SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has plan of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2026-04-15.

Federal health inspectors cited WATERS OF TIPTON SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE in TIPTON, IN for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0804 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-03-26.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

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 12 deficiencies cited during this inspection of WATERS OF TIPTON SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has plan of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2026-04-15.

Federal health inspectors cited WATERS OF TIPTON SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE in TIPTON, IN for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0842 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-03-26.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

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 12 deficiencies cited during this inspection of WATERS OF TIPTON SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has plan of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2026-04-15.

Federal health inspectors cited WATERS OF TIPTON SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE in TIPTON, IN for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0880 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-03-26.

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 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 12 deficiencies cited during this inspection of WATERS OF TIPTON SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has plan of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2026-04-15.

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 TIPTON, IN, (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 WATERS OF TIPTON SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE or from the state Department of Health. Reports include deficiency codes, facility responses, and correction timelines.


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