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Polaris Extended Care, Anchorage, AK: 2 star rating, fined $231,865 across 4 fines and had 1 payment denial

Polaris Extended Care in Anchorage, AK is run by Korsin Healthcare LLC, with no owner listed in the CMS ownership file, is rated 2 of 5 stars by Medicare, and was fined $231,865 across 4 fines and had 1 payment denial in the three years to October 1, 2026. CMS lists 69 health citations from inspections in that time, the latest survey on June 11, 2026, and 10 of them found actual harm or immediate jeopardy.

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Address
920 Compassion Circle, Anchorage, AK 99504
Overall rating
2 of 5 stars
Health inspection rating
1 of 5
Staffing rating
5 of 5
Quality measure rating
5 of 5
Certified beds
96
Residents per day
93 on average
Ownership type
For profit, limited liability company
Legal business name
Korsin Healthcare LLC
Chain
The Ensign Group, 347 facilities
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Fines
$231,865 across 4 fines, three years to October 1, 2026
Payment denials
1
Health citations
69, of which 10 with actual harm or immediate jeopardy
Latest survey
June 11, 2026
CMS Certification Number
025036
On Care Compare
Medicare Care Compare

Fines and payment denials

Every fine and payment denial CMS lists for this facility in the three years, newest first.

DateTypeFine amountDenial startsDenial daysSource
November 26, 2025Fine$11,492Not listeddata.cms.gov
May 22, 2025Fine$98,865Not listeddata.cms.gov
March 17, 2025Fine$10,358Not listeddata.cms.gov
July 19, 2024Fine$111,150Not listeddata.cms.gov
July 19, 2024Payment denialNot listedAugust 25, 20248data.cms.gov

Recent health citations

Citations from health inspections, newest first.

Survey dateTagWhat CMS citedScope and severityStatusCorrected onSource
June 11, 2026F628Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 30, 2026data.cms.gov
June 11, 2026F627Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 30, 2026data.cms.gov
January 6, 2026F725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 12, 2026data.cms.gov
January 6, 2026F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 12, 2026data.cms.gov
January 6, 2026F552Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 12, 2026data.cms.gov
November 26, 2025F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.G: isolated, actual harmCorrectedDecember 3, 2025data.cms.gov
July 29, 2025F628Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 30, 2025data.cms.gov
July 29, 2025F627Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 30, 2025data.cms.gov
July 15, 2025F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 16, 2025data.cms.gov
May 22, 2025F690Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.G: isolated, actual harmCorrectedJuly 9, 2025data.cms.gov
May 22, 2025F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.G: isolated, actual harmCorrectedJuly 9, 2025data.cms.gov
May 22, 2025F940Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff members.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 9, 2025data.cms.gov
May 22, 2025F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 9, 2025data.cms.gov
May 22, 2025F842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 9, 2025data.cms.gov
May 22, 2025F838Conduct 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.C: widespread, minimal harm potentialCorrectedJuly 9, 2025data.cms.gov
May 22, 2025F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 9, 2025data.cms.gov
May 22, 2025F809Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 9, 2025data.cms.gov
May 22, 2025F802Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 9, 2025data.cms.gov
May 22, 2025F790Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 9, 2025data.cms.gov
May 22, 2025F761Ensure 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.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 9, 2025data.cms.gov
May 22, 2025F760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 9, 2025data.cms.gov
May 22, 2025F759Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 9, 2025data.cms.gov
May 22, 2025F756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 9, 2025data.cms.gov
May 22, 2025F726Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 9, 2025data.cms.gov
May 22, 2025F725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 9, 2025data.cms.gov
May 22, 2025F710Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 9, 2025data.cms.gov
May 22, 2025F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 9, 2025data.cms.gov
May 22, 2025F693Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 9, 2025data.cms.gov
May 22, 2025F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 9, 2025data.cms.gov
May 22, 2025F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 9, 2025data.cms.gov
May 22, 2025F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 9, 2025data.cms.gov
May 22, 2025F679Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 9, 2025data.cms.gov
May 22, 2025F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 9, 2025data.cms.gov
May 22, 2025F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 9, 2025data.cms.gov
May 22, 2025F628Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 9, 2025data.cms.gov
May 22, 2025F607Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 9, 2025data.cms.gov
May 22, 2025F585Honor 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.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 9, 2025data.cms.gov
May 22, 2025F567Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 9, 2025data.cms.gov
May 22, 2025F561Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 9, 2025data.cms.gov
May 22, 2025F558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 9, 2025data.cms.gov
May 22, 2025F552Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 9, 2025data.cms.gov
May 22, 2025F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 9, 2025data.cms.gov
March 17, 2025F760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.G: isolated, actual harmCorrectedApril 4, 2025data.cms.gov
March 17, 2025F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.G: isolated, actual harmCorrectedApril 4, 2025data.cms.gov
March 17, 2025F761Ensure 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.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 4, 2025data.cms.gov
November 26, 2024F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmPast noncomplianceOctober 30, 2024data.cms.gov
November 26, 2024F555Honor the resident's right to choose his or her attending physician.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmPast noncomplianceOctober 30, 2024data.cms.gov
July 19, 2024F835Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.I: widespread, actual harmCorrectedSeptember 2, 2024data.cms.gov
July 19, 2024F725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.I: widespread, actual harmCorrectedSeptember 2, 2024data.cms.gov
July 19, 2024F676Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.H: pattern, actual harmCorrectedSeptember 2, 2024data.cms.gov
July 19, 2024F675Honor each resident's preferences, choices, values and beliefs.H: pattern, actual harmCorrectedSeptember 2, 2024data.cms.gov
July 19, 2024F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.G: isolated, actual harmCorrectedSeptember 2, 2024data.cms.gov
July 19, 2024F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 2, 2024data.cms.gov
July 19, 2024F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 27, 2024data.cms.gov
July 19, 2024F804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 27, 2024data.cms.gov
July 19, 2024F802Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 27, 2024data.cms.gov
July 19, 2024F761Ensure 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.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 2, 2024data.cms.gov
July 19, 2024F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 2, 2024data.cms.gov
July 19, 2024F727Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 28, 2024data.cms.gov
July 19, 2024F710Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 2, 2024data.cms.gov
July 19, 2024F698Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 2, 2024data.cms.gov
July 19, 2024F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 2, 2024data.cms.gov
July 19, 2024F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 2, 2024data.cms.gov
July 19, 2024F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 30, 2024data.cms.gov
July 19, 2024F625Notify 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.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 2, 2024data.cms.gov
July 19, 2024F584Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 27, 2024data.cms.gov
July 19, 2024F577Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.B: pattern, minimal harm potentialCorrectedSeptember 2, 2024data.cms.gov
July 19, 2024F561Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 2, 2024data.cms.gov
July 19, 2024F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 2, 2024data.cms.gov

Owners and managers

Organizations CMS lists as owners or managers of this facility, as CMS names them. CMS also lists 9 individual or personal trusts (2 managers, 5 officers, directors or trustees, 2 other disclosable parties). Their names are not shown on this page.

Also on SpecStream

Updated November 7, 2026. Read from CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing homes. Open data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (US government work). Fines and citations are as CMS lists them on the date this page was read and can change after an appeal. The CMS files are joined on the CMS Certification Number. CMS gives owners no ID, so an owner page groups facilities by the owner name as CMS spells it. Names of individual owners and managers are not shown. This page uses CMS data and is not endorsed or certified by CMS. Free to reuse with credit to SpecStream under CC BY 4.0. Spot a wrong value? Write to [email protected] with the link to this page.