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Independence Health and Rehabilitation

1525 Monmouth Street, Independence, OR 97351 · Polk County

Evergreen Healthcare Group provides skilled nursing, rehabilitation therapy, long-term care, post-acute care, memory support, and assisted living services across the western United States. Our healthcare communities are committed to compassionate patient care, short-term rehabilitation, senior living support, and crea…

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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlookUsually has openings

Typically 47% full — availability is generally good.

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 highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Independence

Independence Health and Rehabilitation is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Independence, OR, with 80 certified beds and an average of about 38 residents per day. It operates as part of the Evergreen Healthcare Group network.

Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 5.26 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.35 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 64.6%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 9 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 3 federal fines totaling $69,876 in the recent record.

Strengths

  • Strong health-inspection rating
  • Above-average nurse staffing (5.26 hrs/resident/day)
  • Full sprinkler system
  • Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

  • $69,876 in federal fines
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Independence for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds
80
Avg. residents/day
38
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain
Evergreen Healthcare Group
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
385188

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 careMonthly costSource
Skilled Nursing$15,070–$18,850/mo (median $16,500)Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Salem prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day
5.26
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
0.35
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
64.6%
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)
9
Federal fines
3 ($69,876)
Total penalties
3
Last standard survey
2025-02-18
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (23 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-02-18Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

2025-02-18Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

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.

2025-02-18Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

2025-02-18Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

2025-02-18Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

2025-02-18Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

2025-02-18Severity D — potential for harmEnvironmental Deficiencies

Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.

2025-02-18Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

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.

DateTypeAmount
2025-02-18Fine$45,819
2024-01-17Fine$8,018
2024-01-17Fine$16,039

Services & amenities

  • Full automatic sprinkler system
  • Medicare & Medicaid certified
  • 24-hour licensed nursing
  • On-site rehabilitation therapy
  • Physical therapy
  • Occupational therapy
  • Rehabilitation services
  • Respite / short-term stays
  • Daily activities & events
  • 24/7 staff

Location

1525 Monmouth Street, Independence, OR

  • Monday: Open 24 hours
  • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
  • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
  • Thursday: Open 24 hours
  • Friday: Open 24 hours
  • Saturday: Open 24 hours
  • Sunday: Open 24 hours

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Independence Health and Rehabilitation

How much does Independence Health and Rehabilitation cost?

Independence Health and Rehabilitation does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Independence, OR area typically runs $15,070–$18,850 per month (median $16,500, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Independence Health and Rehabilitation's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Independence Health and Rehabilitation 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Independence Health and Rehabilitation?

Staff provide about 5.26 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 64.6% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Independence Health and Rehabilitation?

Independence Health and Rehabilitation has 23 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-02-18). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Independence Health and Rehabilitation have availability?

Typically 47% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Independence Health and Rehabilitation offer?

Independence Health and Rehabilitation in Independence, OR offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 80 beds.

The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you

Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.

  • Move-ins take time: assessments, paperwork, and preparation typically run 2–6 weeks in Salem.
  • The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
  • Touring costs nothing and commits you to nothing — but it turns a future emergency into a calm, informed choice.

Your next steps — this week

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Data sources:CMS verifiedGoogleOfficial website

Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

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