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Spring Mill Meadows

2140 W 86TH St, Indianapolis, IN 46260 · Marion County

Located in Indianapolis, Indiana, Spring Mill Meadows consists of caring people making a difference. You can feel it the minute you walk into our community.

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Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.

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Availability outlookModerate availability

Typically 70% 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 solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Indianapolis

Spring Mill Meadows is a government-owned skilled nursing facility in Indianapolis, IN, with 124 certified beds and an average of about 87 residents per day. It operates as part of the American Senior Communities network.

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

Staff provide about 3.60 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.64 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 57.8%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 11 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average health-inspection rating
•Below-average nurse staffing (3.60 hrs/resident/day)

Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Indianapolis, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.

At a glance

Certified beds: 124
Avg. residents/day: 87
Ownership: Government - County
Part of a chain: American Senior Communities
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 155154

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	$8,270–$11,680/mo (median $9,660)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Indianapolis 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: 3.60; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.64; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 57.8%; 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): 11
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2025-08-05
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (27 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-08-05Severity 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.

2025-08-05Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-08-05Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

2025-08-05Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

2025-08-05Severity 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.

2025-08-05Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

2025-08-05Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2025-08-05Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

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
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Memory care
✓ Respite / short-term stays
✓ Wellness programs
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Gardens / walking paths
✓ 24-hour staff

Location

2140 W 86TH St, Indianapolis, IN

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 Spring Mill Meadows

How much does Spring Mill Meadows cost?

Spring Mill Meadows does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Indianapolis, IN area typically runs $8,270–$11,680 per month (median $9,660, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Spring Mill Meadows's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Spring Mill Meadows 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Spring Mill Meadows?

Staff provide about 3.60 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 57.8% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Spring Mill Meadows?

Spring Mill Meadows has 27 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-08-05). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Spring Mill Meadows have availability?

Typically 70% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Spring Mill Meadows offer?

Spring Mill Meadows in Indianapolis, IN offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 124 beds.

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