Coeur D'alene, ID · 34 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Coeur D'alene's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $9,840–$12,120/mo
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Idaho State Veterans Home - Post Falls
590 S Pleasant View Rd, Post Falls, ID 83854 · Kootenai County
26
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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates use caution.
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Availability outlook● Very limited availability
Typically 95% full (61 of 64 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.
If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.
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 low federal rating — review the details closely
Idaho State Veterans Home - Post Falls is a government-owned skilled nursing facility in Post Falls, ID, with 64 certified beds and an average of about 61 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.23 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.53 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 72.1%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 12 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $36,855 in the recent record. Note: CMS has flagged this facility with an abuse icon. We strongly recommend reviewing the full inspection report and discussing it on any tour.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.23 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •High staff turnover (72.1%)
- •12 deficiencies at last survey
- •$36,855 in federal fines
- •CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Post Falls options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 64
- Avg. residents/day
- 61
- Ownership
- Government - State
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 135148
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
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| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $9,840–$12,120/mo (median $10,690) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Coeur d'Alene 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
- 4.23
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 1.53
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 72.1%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
⚠️ This community carries a serious CMS flag (abuse citation). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 12
- Federal fines
- 2 ($36,855)
- Total penalties
- 2
- Last standard survey
- 2025-08-01
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Both
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (19 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-11-11Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
2025-11-11Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate foot care.
2025-08-01Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
2025-08-01Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
2025-08-01Severity 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…
2025-08-01Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
2025-08-01Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
2025-08-01Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
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.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-11-11 | Fine | $17,342 |
| 2025-08-01 | Fine | $19,513 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ Chapel / worship services
- ✓ Library
Location
590 S Pleasant View Rd, Post Falls, ID
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How much does Idaho State Veterans Home - Post Falls cost?
Idaho State Veterans Home - Post Falls does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Post Falls, ID area typically runs $9,840–$12,120 per month (median $10,690, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Idaho State Veterans Home - Post Falls's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Idaho State Veterans Home - Post Falls 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Idaho State Veterans Home - Post Falls?
Staff provide about 4.23 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 72.1% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Idaho State Veterans Home - Post Falls?
Idaho State Veterans Home - Post Falls has 19 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-08-01). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Idaho State Veterans Home - Post Falls have availability?
Typically 95% full (61 of 64 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Idaho State Veterans Home - Post Falls offer?
Idaho State Veterans Home - Post Falls in Post Falls, ID offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 64 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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