River Pointe Health Campus
Scout 91Evansville, IN · 68 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
One of Evansville's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $7,900–$11,180/mo
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Heritage Center
1201 W Buena Vista Rd, Evansville, IN 47710 · Vanderburgh County
51
FairHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.
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Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 78% full — openings are usually available.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Evansville
Heritage Center is a government-owned skilled nursing facility in Evansville, IN, with 172 certified beds and an average of about 134 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.92 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.49 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 44.6%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 15 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (3.92 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •15 deficiencies at last survey
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Evansville options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 172
- Avg. residents/day
- 134
- Ownership
- Government - County
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 155104
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $7,900–$11,180/mo (median $9,240) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Evansville prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.92
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.49
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 44.6%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 15
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-04-25
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (29 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-04-25Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
2025-04-25Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
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, compar…
2025-04-25Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2025-04-25Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
2025-04-25Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
2025-04-25Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.
2025-04-25Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
2025-04-25Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ Daily activities & events
Location
1201 W Buena Vista Rd, Evansville, IN
- Monday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Heritage Center
How much does Heritage Center cost?
Heritage Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Evansville, IN area typically runs $7,900–$11,180 per month (median $9,240, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Heritage Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Heritage Center 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Heritage Center?
Staff provide about 3.92 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 44.6% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Heritage Center?
Heritage Center has 29 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-04-25). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Heritage Center have availability?
Typically 78% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Heritage Center offer?
Heritage Center in Evansville, IN offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 172 beds.
The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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