Elk Haven Nursing Home

Inspection record

In its last three standard inspections and any complaint visits, federal inspectors cited 9 problems at Elk Haven Nursing Home. 1 finding involved harm to a resident. 1 came from investigating complaints by residents or families.

In the last three years Medicare fined this home once, a total of $8,018.

Findings from the most recent inspection cycle

• Could cause more than minimal harm, one or a few residents Pharmacy Service

  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, compartments for controlled drugs.

  Inspected May 2026. Corrected by June 30, 2026.

• Could cause more than minimal harm, one or a few residents Nutrition and Dietary

  Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

  Inspected May 2026. Corrected by June 30, 2026.

• Minimal harm or the potential for it, a pattern Resident Rights

  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.

  Inspected May 2026. Corrected by June 30, 2026.

A citation on its own does not mean poor care, and most are corrected within weeks. What matters most is how serious the findings were and whether the same problems keep coming back. When you visit, it is fair to ask the administrator what inspectors found and what has changed since.

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Health Deficiencies and Penalties files, updated monthly. See the full record on Medicare Care Compare.