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HomeDelawareDelaware Hospital F/t Chronically ILL (dhci)

Delaware Hospital F/t Chronically ILL (dhci)

100 Sunnyside Road, Smyrna, DE 199773022231500
4/5Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System
Health
2/5
Staffing
5/5
Quality
5/5
Beds
175
certified
2 fine(s) totaling $82,885

Key Findings

• CMS rates this facility 4/5 stars (above average)

• Has 175 certified beds with an average of 71.6 residents per day (41% occupancy)

• Last health inspection found 2 deficiencies (inspected Dec 12, 2024)

• Has been fined a total of $82,885 across 2 fine(s)

• Total nursing staff: 10.30 hours per resident per day

• Staff turnover rate: 30.0%

Delaware Hospital F/t Chronically ILL (dhci) is a 4-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Smyrna, Delaware with 175 certified beds. It has been operating since 1989. The facility scored above average compared to Delaware facilities.

Beds
175
Avg Residents/Day
71.6
Ownership
Government - State
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Jan 1, 1989
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Kent
Last Inspection
Dec 12, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
2
Weighted Score
112.5
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (11)

F0689Immediate Jeopardy

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Oct 3, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Immediate Jeopardy

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Feb 24, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0568Potential for Harm

Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.

Survey: Feb 22, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0609Potential for Harm

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Survey: Feb 22, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0610Potential for Harm

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Survey: Feb 22, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0641Minimal Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Feb 22, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0644Potential for Harm

Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

Survey: Feb 22, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0656Potential for Harm

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Survey: Feb 22, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0698Potential for Harm

Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

Survey: Feb 22, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0758Potential for Harm

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

Survey: Feb 22, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0812Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Feb 22, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$82,885
Number of Fines
2
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
2

Penalty History

FineFeb 24, 2025
$17,345
FineOct 3, 2025
$65,540

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide5.84 hrs
National avg: 2.35 hrs
LPN1.83 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN2.64 hrs
National avg: 0.68 hrs
Total Nursing10.30 hrs
National avg: 3.89 hrs
Weekend Total8.36 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.06 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
30.0%
RN Turnover
36.5%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
Government - State
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (3)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
BROGAN, BARBARAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AAug 17, 2011
KERKULA, BARNABASOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ADec 16, 2024
TEETER, TAMMYOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ADec 2, 2019

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Delaware Hospital F/t Chronically ILL (dhci)?▾
Delaware Hospital F/t Chronically ILL (dhci) has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 2/5, staffing rating of 5/5, and quality measures rating of 5/5. This facility is rated above average.
Has Delaware Hospital F/t Chronically ILL (dhci) had any health inspection violations?▾
Delaware Hospital F/t Chronically ILL (dhci) had 2 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Dec 12, 2024). The facility has been fined a total of $82,885 across 2 fine(s).
What are the staffing levels at Delaware Hospital F/t Chronically ILL (dhci)?▾
Delaware Hospital F/t Chronically ILL (dhci) provides 10.30 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 2.64 RN hours, 1.83 LPN hours, and 5.84 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 30.0%.
How many beds does Delaware Hospital F/t Chronically ILL (dhci) have?▾
Delaware Hospital F/t Chronically ILL (dhci) has 175 certified beds with an average of 71.6 residents per day, resulting in approximately 41% occupancy. The facility is Government - State owned.
Are there other nursing homes near Delaware Hospital F/t Chronically ILL (dhci)?▾
Yes, there are 1 other nursing home in Smyrna, Delaware with an average rating of 3.5/5. You can compare all facilities on the Smyrna nursing homes page.