Waters Of Covington, The
Covington, IN · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 155223) · 119 certified beds
Health inspection: 1 · Quality measures: 3 · Staffing: 1
Federal fines: 1 totaling $222,565
Phone: (765) 793-4818 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
The Waters Of Covington holds a CMS overall rating of 1 out of 5 stars, below the Indiana state average of 3.14 stars. Its health inspection rating is also 1 star, and its staffing rating is 1 star.
The Waters Of Covington reports total nurse staffing of about 3.40 hours per resident per day, including 0.43 RN hours per resident per day, with a staffing star rating of 1 out of 5. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 48.6%.
CMS records show 1 federal fine totaling $222,565.00 against The Waters Of Covington, with 0 payment denials on record. This facility also carries CMS's abuse warning icon and is designated an SFF Candidate under the Special Focus Facility program for persistently underperforming facilities.
About this facility
The Waters Of Covington is a for-profit (Limited Liability Company) nursing home in Covington, Fountain County, Indiana, certified for 119 beds with an average of 77.1 residents. The facility has been Medicare and Medicaid certified since March 25, 1983, and accepts both Medicare and Medicaid.
According to CMS Care Compare, the facility holds an overall star rating of 1 out of 5, which is below the Indiana state average of 3.14. Its component ratings are: health inspection rating of 1 star, quality measures rating of 3 stars, and staffing rating of 1 star.
Nurse staffing data show total nurse hours per resident per day of 3.40, including 0.43 RN hours per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 48.6%.
On penalties, CMS records show 1 federal fine totaling $222,565.00, and 0 payment denials on record.
CMS displays its abuse warning icon for this facility. Families are advised to review the detailed inspection record on Care Compare for specifics. Additionally, this facility is designated as an SFF Candidate under CMS's Special Focus Facility program, which identifies nursing homes with a history of persistent poor quality that are subject to increased inspections until improvement is demonstrated or termination from the program occurs.
This facility is part of the Infinity Healthcare Consulting chain, which operates 69 facilities with an average chain rating of 2.0 stars. There has been no change of ownership in the last 12 months. Data sourced from CMS Care Compare.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
The Waters Of Covington has an overall rating of 1 out of 5 stars, below the Indiana state average of 3.14 stars.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
Yes, the facility is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Total nurse staffing is 3.40 hours per resident per day, including 0.43 RN hours, with a staffing star rating of 1 out of 5; nursing turnover is 48.6%.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
Yes, CMS records show 1 fine totaling $222,565.00 and 0 payment denials.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
Yes, CMS displays an abuse icon for this facility, and it is designated an SFF Candidate in the Special Focus Facility program for persistently underperforming facilities.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
The facility is certified for 119 beds with an average daily population of 77.1 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
It is owned as a for-profit Limited Liability Company and is part of the Infinity Healthcare Consulting chain, which operates 69 facilities with an average rating of 2.0 stars.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
The facility has been certified since March 25, 1983.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS rates facilities on overall, health inspection, staffing, and quality measures; this facility scores 1, 1, 1, and 3 stars respectively.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
This detail is not included in the CMS data provided; please contact the facility at 7657934818 or verify on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
The CMS data does not cover tour details; please contact the facility at 7657934818 or verify on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review the facility's full record at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/155223?state=IN.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Star ratings, staffing hours, and penalty records are CMS's official published measures. Always tour the facility, review the current inspection record, and verify details with Medicare before making care decisions.