CMS data snapshot: July 2026
Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Alaska. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.
Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.
A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.
Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.
Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).
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Denali Center is a 3-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Fairbanks, Alaska with 71 certified beds. It has been operating since 1983. Its overall CMS rating is 3 out of 5.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
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.
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
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.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.
Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.
Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.
| Name | Role | Type | Ownership % | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FOUNDATION HEALTH LLC | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Organization | 100% | Jan 1, 2017 |
| GREATER FAIRBANKS COMMUNITY HOSPITAL FOUNDATION INC | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Organization | 100% | Jan 1, 2023 |
| BLAIS, KENDRICK | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | N/A | Nov 1, 2022 |
| EBENAL, SHELLEY | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | N/A | Feb 24, 2019 |
| MARTIN, SARAH | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | N/A | Jan 1, 2017 |
| SUDDUTH, ANTHONY | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | N/A | Jul 24, 2023 |
| GREATER FAIRBANKS COMMUNITY HOSPITAL FOUNDATION INC | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | N/A | Apr 10, 1994 |
| BLAIS, KENDRICK | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Feb 20, 2025 |
| EBENAL, SHELLEY | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | N/A | Feb 20, 2025 |
Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Denali Center and nearby alternatives.
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