Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
Polaris Extended Care
920 Compassion Circle · Anchorage, AK 99504 · 96 certified beds
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About Polaris Extended Care
Polaris Extended Care is a nursing home in Anchorage, Alaska, in Anchorage County. Public records list 96 beds. It is Medicare certified. Ownership records list a for-profit operator and tie the listing to The Ensign Group. We hold 82 inspection citations for this listing, the most recent dated 6 January 2026. CMS also lists 5 fine or payment denial actions against it. Reported staffing works out to 4.61 nurse hours per resident per day. Every fact above comes from the public records listed in the sources section on this page. The newest source file we hold for this listing is dated August 2026.
Public record
CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026
Certification
- Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)
Ratings
Staffing rating
5.0Quality-measure rating
4.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
67
Staffing rating
Not publishedQuality-measure rating
Not publishedInspections on record
Not published
Cited deficiencies
Not published
Staffing rating
1.0Quality-measure rating
4.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
67
Staffing rating
5.0Quality-measure rating
4.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
69
Inspection history (82)
Records from April 2023 to January 2026.
January 6, 2026 · D
Citation F0677Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-06 under CMS tag F0677 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-01-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-01-06.GOVJanuary 6, 2026 · F
Citation F0725Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-06 under CMS tag F0725 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-01-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-01-06.GOVJanuary 6, 2026 · D
Citation F0552Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-01-06 under CMS tag F0552 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-01-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-01-06.GOVNovember 26, 2025 · G
Citation F0684Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-11-26 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-12-03. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-11-26.GOVJuly 29, 2025 · E
Citation F0627Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-07-29 under CMS tag F0627 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-07-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-07-29.GOVJuly 29, 2025 · E
Citation F0628Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-07-29 under CMS tag F0628 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-07-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-07-29.GOVJuly 15, 2025 · F
Citation F0609Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-07-15 under CMS tag F0609 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-07-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-07-15.GOVMay 22, 2025 · F
Citation F0940Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-05-22 under CMS tag F0940 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff members.. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-07-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-05-22.GOVMay 22, 2025 · F
Citation F0607Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-05-22 under CMS tag F0607 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-07-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-05-22.GOVMay 22, 2025 · G
Citation F0600Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-05-22 under CMS tag F0600 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-07-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-05-22.GOVMay 22, 2025 · D
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-05-22 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-07-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-05-22.GOVMay 22, 2025 · F
Citation F0759Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-05-22 under CMS tag F0759 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-07-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-05-22.GOVMay 22, 2025 · D
Citation F0812Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-05-22 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-07-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-05-22.GOVMay 22, 2025 · F
Citation F0802Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-05-22 under CMS tag F0802 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-07-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-05-22.GOVMay 22, 2025 · D
Citation F0686Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-05-22 under CMS tag F0686 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-07-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-05-22.GOVMay 22, 2025 · E
Citation F0761Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-05-22 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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.. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-07-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-05-22.GOVMay 22, 2025 · E
Citation F0561Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-05-22 under CMS tag F0561 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-07-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-05-22.GOVMay 22, 2025 · D
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-05-22 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-07-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-05-22.GOVMay 22, 2025 · D
Citation F0552Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-05-22 under CMS tag F0552 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-07-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-05-22.GOVMay 22, 2025 · D
Citation F0567Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-05-22 under CMS tag F0567 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-07-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-05-22.GOV
Penalties (5)
Total fines on file: $231,865
November 26, 2025 · Fine
Citation FINE-137665CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $11,492 against this nursing home on 2025-11-26 (Fine ID: 137665). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-11-26.GOVMay 22, 2025 · Fine
Citation FINE-134386CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $98,865 against this nursing home on 2025-05-22 (Fine ID: 134386). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-05-22.GOVMarch 17, 2025 · Fine
Citation FINE-45835CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $10,358 against this nursing home on 2025-03-17 (Fine ID: 45835). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-17.GOVJuly 19, 2024 · Payment Denial
Citation PAYDEN-2024-08-25CMS recorded a Medicare/Medicaid payment denial for new admissions starting 2024-08-25, lasting 8 days (triggered by inspection on 2024-07-19). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-07-19.GOVJuly 19, 2024 · Fine
Citation FINE-45830CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $111,150 against this nursing home on 2024-07-19 (Fine ID: 45830). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-07-19.GOV
Staffing
Latest: 4.61 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)
Staffing trend (3 periods)
- 2026-07-014.61 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-08-014.61 hrs/resident/day
- 2026Q14.61 hrs/resident/day
Most recent period is about the same as 2026-07-01. Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
Ownership
For profit
CMS Care Compare chain: The Ensign Group
Chain ID 507 · 342 facilities in chain (CMS)
- Chain average overall rating: 3.2
- Chain average health inspection rating: 2.8
- Chain average staffing rating: 2.7
- Chain average quality measure rating: 4.4
Chain averages are CMS-published figures for facilities sharing this Chain ID (formerly Affiliated Entity). They are not ElderCareCosts scores.
Parent organization: The Ensign Group INC
chain · PAC 3476460494
Recent changes to this listing
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Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Limited Liability company".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Limited Liability company".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Ratings, inspections, and penalties are public records, reproduced in plain English without edits to their substance. View source records · What these measures mean.
Typical cost
Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025
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Trust & methodology
Where this information came from
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- CMS nursing homes (provider info)as of August 2026
- Chain identifier, Chain name, City, CMS Special Focus status, County, Licensed capacity, Map location, Medicare certification number, Name, Phone number, State, Street address, ZIP code
- CMS nursing homes (ownership)as of July 2026
- Ownership type, Parent organization
- CMS nursing homes (payroll-based journal staffing)as of June 2026
- Staffing hours per resident day
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