Maple Springs of Palmer
12130 East Maple Springs Way, Palmer, AK 99645 · (907) 802-6641
For profit - Limited Liability company · 67 certified beds
Maple Springs of Palmer has a 2-star overall rating from Medicare, out of 5. Its last standard inspection, in August 2026, found 9 citations (the Alaska average is 9). It was fined 2 times in the last three years, $46,594 in all.
Medicare ratings
| Overall ratingStarts from the health inspection rating, then goes up or down a star for a 5-star or 1-star staffing or quality rating. | ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars · Below average |
| Health inspectionsFrom the two most recent standard inspections and three years of complaint inspections, compared with other homes in the same state. | ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars · Below average |
| Quality measuresFrom 15 measures of how residents do, such as falls with major injury, pressure ulcers, hospital stays and getting home after a short stay. | ★★★★★ 2 out of 5 stars · Below average |
| StaffingFrom payroll records of nurse hours per resident, adjusted for how much care residents need, and staff turnover. | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars · Above average |
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Most recent health inspection
The standard health inspection on August 14, 2026 found 9 citations. What an inspection citation means
- 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.August 14, 2026 · F0761 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Many
- Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.August 14, 2026 · F0842 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.August 14, 2026 · F0552 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.August 14, 2026 · F0553 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.August 14, 2026 · F0628 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.August 14, 2026 · F0644 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.August 14, 2026 · F0657 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.August 14, 2026 · F0804 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.August 14, 2026 · F0880 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
Complaint inspections, last three years
Inspections after complaints found 7 citations.
- Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.August 5, 2025 · F0609 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.August 5, 2025 · F0610 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.June 5, 2025 · F0609 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.June 5, 2025 · F0610 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.June 5, 2025 · F0684 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.June 5, 2025 · F0689 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Keep all essential equipment working safely.June 5, 2025 · F0908 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Many
Fines and payment denials
- Fine of $38,691March 27, 2025
- Fine of $7,903February 5, 2024
Nurse staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, as the home reports them to Medicare through payroll records.
| Hours per resident per day | This home | Alaska average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing | 5.54 | 6.88 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurses (RN) | 1.58 | 2.12 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurses (LPN) | 1.10 | 0.70 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aides | 2.86 | 4.06 | 2.32 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 60.4% | 50.4% | 45.8% |
About this home
| Ownership | For profit - Limited Liability company |
| Certified beds | 67 |
| Average residents per day | 55 |
| Inside a hospital | No |
| Continuing care retirement community | No |
Nursing homes nearby
- Maple Springs of Wasilla Wasilla · ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars
- South Peninsula Hospital LTC Homer · ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars
- Providence Kodiak Island Med LTC Kodiak · ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars
- Providence Seward Mountain Haven Seward · ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars
- Heritage Place Soldotna · ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars
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Data from Medicare (CMS), updated October 2026, from Maple Springs of Palmer on Medicare's Care Compare and the CMS Provider Data Catalog. ParentNextStep isn't affiliated with Medicare or CMS.