Nursing home · SNF / NF

Core of Dale

Federal · CMSActive CMS certificationCCN 155270Special Focus FacilityGovernment

510 W Medcalf Road, Dale, IN 47523 · Operated by Major Hospital · Chain Major Hospital

Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, release Oct 1, 2026 · provenance

$25 Full Intelligence Report

Certified beds

Avg residents / day

Inspections

Citations

Harm-level

Fines

$13k

Facility type: Nursing home · SNF / NF
CMS provider type: Medicare and Medicaid
Certified beds: 52 CMS-certified beds (not state-licensed beds)
Licensed beds: State licensure is issued by the state survey agency. State license records are not yet ingested for this facility; the federal CMS certification is shown instead.
Average residents per day: 44.8 CMS, MDS-derived
CMS Certification Number: 155270
Certification status: Active CMS certification Verified
First approved (Medicare/Medicaid): Oct 15, 1985
Ownership type: Government - City/county
Operator (legal business name): Major Hospital
CMS chain: Major Hospital 7 facilities
Phone: (812) 937-7073
Resident & family council: Resident
Sprinklers in all required areas: Yes
Official profile: Medicare Care Compare ↗

Inspection record · CMS window

Verified

Inspections

latest Apr 7, 2026

Citations

30 health · 27 fire

Harm or worse

1 immediate jeopardy

Severity	Isolated	Pattern	Widespread
Immediate jeopardy	J1	K·	L·
Actual harm	G·	H·	I·
Potential harm	D18	E14	F16
Minimal	A·	B1	C7

CMS publishes about the three most recent standard surveys plus complaint and infection-control inspections from the prior three years. Older findings leave the dataset; their absence is not evidence they never happened.

CMS Five-Star ratings

Federal · CMS

OverallNot ratedfn 18

Health inspectionsNot ratedfn 18

StaffingNot ratedfn 18

Quality measuresNot ratedfn 18

Penalties · about the last 3 years

Fines

$12,682

Payment denials

Latest

Aug 21, 2024

Date	Domain	Survey types	Citations	Most severe	Open
Apr 7, 2026	Health	Health Complaint, Health Standard	5	Potential harm	—	Open →
Sep 25, 2025	Fire safety	Fire Safety Standard	8	Potential harm	—	Open →
Sep 25, 2025	Health	Health Complaint, Health Standard	8	Potential harm	—	Open →
May 19, 2025	Health	Health Complaint	1	Potential harm	—	Open →
Jan 7, 2025	Health	Health Complaint	1	Potential harm	—	Open →
Aug 21, 2024	Fire safety	Fire Safety Standard	5	Potential harm	—	Open →
Aug 21, 2024	Health	Health Complaint, Health Standard	10	Immediate jeopardy	—	Open →
Mar 8, 2024	Health	Health Complaint	1	Potential harm	—	Open →
Feb 15, 2024	Health	Health Complaint	1	Potential harm	—	Open →
Jan 30, 2024	Health	Health Complaint	1	Potential harm	—	Open →
Nov 27, 2023	Health	Health Complaint	1	Potential harm	—	Open →
Oct 26, 2023	Health	Health Complaint	1	Potential harm	—	Open →
Aug 2, 2023	Fire safety	Fire Safety Standard	14	Potential harm	—	Open →

Enforcement

Penalties

Civil money penalties and denials of payment for new admissions, as published by CMS (about the last three years). Amounts may change on appeal.

Date	Type	Amount	Payment denial	Record
Aug 21, 2024	Denial of payment for new admissions	—	Sep 14, 2024 · 6 days	155270\|Payment Denial\|2024-09-14
Aug 21, 2024	Civil money penalty (fine)	$12,682	—	155270\|Fine\|51497

Scope × severity

Severity	Isolated	Pattern	Widespread
Immediate jeopardy	J1	K·	L·
Actual harm	G·	H·	I·
Potential harm	D18	E14	F16
Minimal	A·	B1	C7

By concept

Date	Tag	Deficiency	Scope / severity	Correction	Flags
Apr 7, 2026	F-0580	Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Resident rights & abuse/neglect	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected May 7, 2026
Apr 7, 2026	F-0658	Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Clinical care	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected May 7, 2026	Complaint
Apr 7, 2026	F-0812	Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Food, nutrition & hydration	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected May 7, 2026
Apr 7, 2026	F-0577	Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Resident rights & abuse/neglect	C · Minimal Widespread	Corrected May 7, 2026
Apr 7, 2026	F-0732	Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Staffing & supervision	C · Minimal Widespread	Corrected May 7, 2026
Sep 25, 2025	E-0006	Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Emergency preparedness	F · Potential harm Widespread	Corrected Dec 30, 2025
Sep 25, 2025	K-0222	Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	F · Potential harm Widespread	Corrected Dec 30, 2025
Sep 25, 2025	K-0300	Meet other general requirements that are deficient. Egress Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	F · Potential harm Widespread	Corrected Dec 30, 2025
Sep 25, 2025	K-0324	Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	F · Potential harm Widespread	Corrected Dec 30, 2025
Sep 25, 2025	K-0353	Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Dec 30, 2025
Sep 25, 2025	K-0918	Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	F · Potential harm Widespread	Corrected Dec 30, 2025
Sep 25, 2025	K-0920	Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Dec 30, 2025
Sep 25, 2025	K-0921	Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	F · Potential harm Widespread	Corrected Dec 30, 2025
Sep 25, 2025	F-0576	Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Resident rights & abuse/neglect	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Oct 30, 2025
Sep 25, 2025	F-0628	Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Resident rights & abuse/neglect	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Oct 30, 2025
Sep 25, 2025	F-0641	Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Clinical care	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Oct 30, 2025
Sep 25, 2025	F-0657	Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Clinical care	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Oct 30, 2025	Complaint
Sep 25, 2025	F-0692	Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Clinical care	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Oct 30, 2025	Complaint
Sep 25, 2025	F-0801	Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Food, nutrition & hydration	F · Potential harm Widespread	Corrected Oct 30, 2025	Complaint
Sep 25, 2025	F-0812	Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Food, nutrition & hydration	F · Potential harm Widespread	Corrected Oct 30, 2025	Complaint
Sep 25, 2025	F-0921	Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. Environmental Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Oct 30, 2025	Complaint
May 19, 2025	F-0602	Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Resident rights & abuse/neglect	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected May 30, 2025	Complaint
Jan 7, 2025	F-0600	Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Resident rights & abuse/neglect	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Jan 26, 2025	Complaint
Aug 21, 2024	F-0689	Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Clinical care	J · Immediate jeopardy Isolated	Corrected Sep 20, 2024	Complaint
Aug 21, 2024	K-0511	Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Sep 20, 2024
Aug 21, 2024	K-0712	Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	F · Potential harm Widespread	Corrected Sep 20, 2024
Aug 21, 2024	K-0920	Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Sep 20, 2024
Aug 21, 2024	F-0578	Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Resident rights & abuse/neglect	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Sep 20, 2024
Aug 21, 2024	F-0623	Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Resident rights & abuse/neglect	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Sep 20, 2024
Aug 21, 2024	F-0625	Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Resident rights & abuse/neglect	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Sep 20, 2024
Aug 21, 2024	F-0641	Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Clinical care	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Sep 20, 2024
Aug 21, 2024	F-0656	Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Clinical care	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Sep 20, 2024
Aug 21, 2024	F-0657	Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Clinical care	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Sep 20, 2024
Aug 21, 2024	F-0741	Ensure that the facility has sufficient staff members who possess the competencies and skills to meet the behavioral health needs of residents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Clinical care	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Sep 20, 2024
Aug 21, 2024	F-0842	Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Clinical care	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Sep 20, 2024
Aug 21, 2024	F-0880	Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Infection prevention	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Sep 20, 2024
Aug 21, 2024	K-0324	Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	B · Minimal Pattern	Corrected Sep 20, 2024
Aug 21, 2024	K-0914	Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	C · Minimal Widespread	Corrected Sep 20, 2024
Mar 8, 2024	F-0744	Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Clinical care	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Apr 5, 2024	Complaint
Feb 15, 2024	F-0610	Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Resident rights & abuse/neglect	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Feb 29, 2024	Complaint
Jan 30, 2024	F-0600	Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Resident rights & abuse/neglect	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Feb 15, 2024	Complaint
Nov 27, 2023	F-0600	Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Resident rights & abuse/neglect	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Dec 8, 2023	Complaint
Oct 26, 2023	F-0677	Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Clinical care	D · Potential harm Isolated	Corrected Nov 27, 2023	Complaint
Aug 2, 2023	E-0006	Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Emergency preparedness	F · Potential harm Widespread	Corrected Oct 20, 2023
Aug 2, 2023	E-0036	Establish emergency prep training and testing. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Emergency preparedness	F · Potential harm Widespread	Corrected Oct 20, 2023
Aug 2, 2023	E-0037	Establish staff and initial training requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Emergency preparedness	F · Potential harm Widespread	Corrected Oct 20, 2023
Aug 2, 2023	E-0041	Implement emergency and standby power systems. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Emergency preparedness	F · Potential harm Widespread	Corrected Oct 20, 2023
Aug 2, 2023	K-0281	Install proper backup exit lighting. Egress Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Oct 20, 2023
Aug 2, 2023	K-0374	Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	E · Potential harm Pattern	Waiver granted
Aug 2, 2023	K-0712	Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	F · Potential harm Widespread	Corrected Oct 20, 2023
Aug 2, 2023	K-0741	Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	E · Potential harm Pattern	Corrected Oct 20, 2023
Aug 2, 2023	K-0918	Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	F · Potential harm Widespread	Corrected Oct 20, 2023
Aug 2, 2023	K-0927	Have proper fire barriers, ventilation and signs for the transfilling of oxygen. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	F · Potential harm Widespread	Corrected Oct 20, 2023
Aug 2, 2023	E-0009	Include a process for Emergency Preparedness collaboration. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Emergency preparedness	C · Minimal Widespread	Corrected Oct 20, 2023
Aug 2, 2023	E-0025	Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Emergency preparedness	C · Minimal Widespread	Corrected Oct 20, 2023
Aug 2, 2023	E-0026	Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Emergency preparedness	C · Minimal Widespread	Corrected Oct 20, 2023
Aug 2, 2023	K-0761	To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Environment & life safety	C · Minimal Widespread	Corrected Oct 20, 2023

“Corrected” does not erase a citation: the historical finding stays listed with its disposition. Narrative statements of deficiencies are not part of the CMS dataset; see Care Compare for the official inspection report.

Operating entity

Major Hospital

CMS legal business name of the certified provider. Operates 35 facilities.

VerifiedLinked by exact legal name

CMS chain

Major Hospital

7 facilities in 1 states. CMS chain ID 332.

VerifiedAssigned by CMS

Chain average overall rating (CMS): 3.2

Ownership disclosures

Disclosures

Organizations

Individuals

CMS Ownership file

All disclosed roles

Operator, owners, managers, officers and lenders are distinct roles and are never flattened into one entity. Organizations link across facilities by exact normalized legal name; individuals are listed per facility only.

Name	Type	Role (Carefield group)	CMS role text	Share	Since
Frances Horton	Individual	Partner	INDIVIDUAL IS AN OWNER, PARTNER OR TRUSTEE OF ANY ADP OF THE SNF	not provided	Oct 3, 2025
Core of Huntingburg Inc	Organization	Operational / managerial control	OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL	not provided	Nov 1, 2013
Rd Dining	Organization	Operational / managerial control	OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL	not provided	Oct 1, 2024
Charles Brazzell	Individual	Operational / managerial control	OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL	not provided	Sep 23, 2002
Ryan Claxton	Individual	Operational / managerial control	OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL	not provided	Mar 27, 2025
Kevin Neese	Individual	Operational / managerial control	OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL	not provided	Jun 1, 2022
Ryan Claxton	Individual	Corporate officer / director	CORPORATE OFFICER	not provided	Mar 27, 2025
Whitney Wheeler	Individual	Corporate officer / director	CORPORATE OFFICER	not provided	Sep 28, 2023
Blue Management Services LLC	Organization	Additional disclosable party	ADP OF THE SNF	not provided	May 1, 2020
Core and Associates LLC	Organization	Additional disclosable party	ADP OF THE SNF	not provided	Nov 1, 1997
Core of Huntingburg Inc	Organization	Additional disclosable party	ADP OF THE SNF	not provided	Dec 7, 2025
Hsc Medical Billing & Consulting LLC	Organization	Additional disclosable party	ADP OF THE SNF	not provided	Dec 1, 1999
Lacy Beyl & Company Inc	Organization	Additional disclosable party	ADP OF THE SNF	not provided	Sep 1, 2020
Rd Dining	Organization	Additional disclosable party	ADP OF THE SNF	not provided	Jul 9, 2025
Williams Bros Health Care Pharmacy Inc	Organization	Additional disclosable party	ADP OF THE SNF	not provided	Apr 1, 2008
Charles Brazzell	Individual	Additional disclosable party	ADP OF THE SNF	not provided	Sep 23, 2002
Ryan Claxton	Individual	Additional disclosable party	ADP OF THE SNF	not provided	Mar 27, 2025
Kevin Neese	Individual	Additional disclosable party	ADP OF THE SNF	not provided	Jun 1, 2022
Whitney Wheeler	Individual	Additional disclosable party	ADP OF THE SNF	not provided	Sep 23, 2002

Other facilities operated by Major Hospital

All 34 →

Facility	Beds	CMS overall	Last inspection	Citations (window)	Fines
Willows of Shelbyville 2309 S Miller St, Shelbyville, IN 46176 CCN 155022	121		Dec 23, 2025	671 harm	—
Aperion Care Kokomo 3518 S Lafountain St, Kokomo, IN 46902 CCN 155064	105		Aug 11, 2026	851 IJ1 harm2 open	—
Munster Med-Inn 7935 Calumet Ave, Munster, IN 46321 CCN 155131SFFAbuse icon	225	Not rated	Jan 28, 2026	842 IJ3 harm	—
Aperion Care Arbors Michigan City 1101 E Coolspring Ave, Michigan City, IN 46360 CCN 155156	180		Jul 15, 2026	791 IJ1 harm	$17k
The Waters of Clifty Falls 950 Cross Ave, Madison, IN 47250 CCN 155209	138		Aug 18, 2026	771 harm	—
Willows of Greensburg 410 Park Rd, Greensburg, IN 47240 CCN 155210	100		Aug 26, 2026	572 open	—
Dyer Nursing and Rehabilitation Center 601 Sheffield Ave, Dyer, IN 46311 CCN 155220	161		Jun 3, 2026	981 IJ1 harm	$23k
The Waters of Covington 1600 E Liberty St, Covington, IN 47932 CCN 155223SFF CandidateAbuse icon	119		Dec 15, 2025	712 IJ1 harm	$145k

Same chain in Indiana

All 6 in chain →

Facility	Beds	Last inspection	Citations (window)	Fines
Core of Bedford 514 E 16th St, Bedford, IN 47421 CCN 155388	37	Mar 19, 2026	371 harm	—
Saint Anthony Rehab and Nursing Center 1205 N 14th St, Lafayette, IN 47904 CCN 155604	120	Jan 29, 2026	17	—
Milner Community Health Care 370 E Main St, Rossville, IN 46065 CCN 155676	80	Jul 28, 2025	321 harm	—
Hillside Manor Nursing Home 1109 E National Highway, Washington, IN 47501 CCN 155708SFF Candidate	48	Aug 25, 2026	771 IJ1 harm	$13k
Ripley Crossing 1200 Whitlatch Way, Milan, IN 47031 CCN 155730	100	Dec 16, 2025	511 IJ1 harm	$14k
Sage Bluff Health and Rehab Center 4180 Sage Bluff Crossing, Fort Wayne, IN 46804 CCN 155827	84	Jan 21, 2026	31	—

Coordinates as published by CMS.

Address: 510 W Medcalf Road, Dale, IN 47523
ZIP: 47523
County: Spencer County FIPS 18147
State: Indiana
Urban / rural (CMS): Rural

Within ~25 km

Nearby nursing homes

Facility	Distance	Beds	CMS overall	Last inspection	Citations (window)	Fines
Willowdale Village 404 W Willow Rd, Dale, IN 47523 CCN 155363	0.8 km	50		Feb 13, 2026	13	—
Scenic Hills at the Monastery 710 Sunrise Drive, Ferdinand, IN 47532 CCN 155493	13.4 km	88		May 22, 2026	13	—

Source	Record	Facts	Evidence	Source release	Retrieved
CMS Provider Information US-CMS	155270	name, address, phone, certification, certified_beds, ownership_type, legal_business_name, chain	Verified	Oct 1, 2026	Nov 7, 2026
CMS Provider Information US-CMS	155270	ratings, staffing, health_survey_score Five-Star ratings and PBJ staffing apply to the CMS-certified universe only.	Verified	Oct 1, 2026	Nov 7, 2026

Record-level source links for CCN 155270

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Core of Dale

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Other facilities operated by Major Hospital

Same chain in Indiana

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Core of Dale

Federal certification

State license

Penalties

All disclosed roles

Other facilities operated by Major Hospital

Same chain in Indiana

Nearby nursing homes