SeniorCareRanked
Indiana/FORT WAYNE
37
Poor

BYRON HEALTH CENTER

1661 BEACON STREET, FORT WAYNE, IN 46805
CMS Overall Rating

Summary

BYRON HEALTH CENTER is a 120-bed non profit - other nursing home located in FORT WAYNE, Indiana. It has an overall CMS rating of 1 out of 5 stars and a Trust Score of 37 out of 100, indicating below-average quality and potential concerns. Staff turnover is 49%. This facility has received 1 fine(s) totaling $12,740. 7 health deficiencies were found during the most recent inspection.

How This Compares

Trust Score37/100 (↓ Worse than avg 55/100)
Overall Rating1/5 stars (↓ Worse than avg 3/5 stars)
Total Nurse Hours/Resident/Day3.6 hrs (↓ Worse than avg 3.8 hrs)
RN Hours/Resident/Day0.41 hrs (↓ Worse than avg 0.6 hrs)
Staff Turnover49% (↓ Worse than avg 40%)
Deficiencies7 (↓ Worse than avg 4)

Red Flags

  • 1 fine(s) totaling $12,740
  • 1 penalty(ies) imposed

CMS Star Ratings

Overall
Health Inspection
Staffing
Quality Measures

Staffing

Total nurse hours/resident/day3.6
RN hours/resident/day0.41
Staff turnover49%
RN turnover33.3%

Facility Information

Beds120
Avg residents99.8
OwnershipNon profit - Other
Provider typeMedicare and Medicaid
Deficiencies (last inspection)7
Resident/Family councilYes

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What to Look for When Visiting BYRON HEALTH CENTER

Use this checklist during an in-person visit. First impressions reveal more than brochures or websites ever will.

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Is there an unpleasant smell?

A persistent odor (urine, feces, or heavy chemical deodorizer) indicates poor hygiene maintenance. Brief cooking smells are normal; lingering waste odors are not.

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Are residents engaged or sitting idle?

Active residents (playing games, talking, in therapy) indicate quality programming. A room full of people staring at a TV during daytime is a concerning sign.

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Count staff vs. residents during your visit

BYRON HEALTH CENTER reports 3.6 total nurse hours per resident per day. During your visit, observe whether staff seem rushed or overwhelmed — the real ratio matters more than reported numbers.

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Ask about staff consistency

Staff turnover is 49% — near the national average. Still ask whether your family member will have consistent caregivers assigned.

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Ask about their most recent inspection

7 deficiencies were found in the last inspection. Ask specifically: "What were they, and what have you done to fix them?" A transparent facility will answer clearly.

Data from CMS Nursing Home Compare, a public database maintained by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This information is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or a recommendation. Always visit facilities in person and consult with healthcare professionals before making care decisions.