Ketchikan Med Ctr New Horizons Transitional Care is a facility located in Ketchikan, Alaska, providing comprehensive nursing home services with additional assisted living support. Situated within a hospital, this center is certified by Medicare and Medicaid, indicating compliance with federal health standards since it became a Medicare participant on July 1, 1968. The facility accommodates up to 20 current occupants, offering a range of medical and therapeutic services to cater to diverse healthcare needs.
The care services at Ketchikan Med Ctr New Horizons include specialized nursing care and a variety of therapies such as physical, occupational, and speech therapy, which are integral for rehabilitation and maintaining patient health. Residents have access to dental care, a pharmacy, podiatry services, and a clinic that addresses specific concerns like headaches and chronic conditions such as COPD. The center also leverages Care Innovations technologies like QuietCare and Skynet Technology, which incorporate electronic medication administration records to enhance patient safety and medication management.
Apart from medical services, the facility ensures holistic care by offering a beauty shop for residents' grooming needs, and it imbues a Catholic healthcare perspective, including hospice care for end-of-life support. However, reviews from residents and families present mixed feedback. Positive remarks highlight exceptional care provided by specific staff, including Dr. Lenny Dunikoski and nurses Tiffany Penn and Diane, noted for their professionalism and empathy. In contrast, other reviews cite concerns over long wait times, inadequate coordination among healthcare providers, and issues with pain management. There are also reports of HIPAA violations and poor communication regarding medical procedures, leading some individuals to prefer alternative healthcare facilities. Despite these challenges, the care center continues to offer essential services with dedicated staff in various departments.
Costs at this community start at $8,494 and range up to $8,494. The average price in the community is $8,494, which is the same as the average price in the area of $8,494. The cost of nursing homes in this area is essentially the same as the cost throughout the state. If the resident needs other services, additional services may increase the monthly cost.
