Map showing the location of EMERALD CARE CENTER TULSA in TULSA, Oklahoma
2425 SOUTH MEMORIAL, TULSA, OK, 74129

Overall Score

CMS Five-Star Quality Rating
1/5Much below averageCMS Five-Star overall rating
  1. Much below average
  2. Below average
  3. Average
  4. Above average
  5. Much above average

Where it ranks

  • OklahomaLowest tier among peers282 rated homes · average 2.7★
  • Tulsa CountyLowest tier among peers33 rated homes · average 2.8★
  • United StatesLowest tier among peers14,574 rated homes · average 3.0★

How the rating is built

  • Health inspectionsStarting point1★−1.8 vs OK avg
  • StaffingCan add or remove a star2★−0.6 vs OK avg
  • Quality measuresCan add or remove a star2★−0.9 vs OK avg

CMS starts from the health inspection stars, then adds or subtracts a star for staffing and for quality measures. Stars are assigned relative to other facilities in the same state.

  • Special Focus Facility candidateThis facility is on the CMS candidate list for the Special Focus Facility program, meaning it is among the poorest-performing facilities in its state on recent inspections.

Ratings & measures

Tap a row to see what it means
Health inspection ratingCMS stars from the last three on-site inspection cycles1★Lowest tier among peersOK avg2.8★U.S. avg2.8★
What is health inspection rating?

Stars assigned from the last three standard surveys and every complaint investigation in that window, weighted toward the most recent and the most serious findings. CMS assigns these stars relative to other facilities in the same state.

Why it matters

It carries the most weight in the overall rating and is the only domain based on what trained inspectors saw on site rather than what the facility reported.

Staffing ratingCMS stars from payroll-reported hours and turnover2★Above only 21% of peersOK avg2.6★U.S. avg2.9★
What is staffing rating?

Nurse and aide hours per resident day from payroll records CMS collects every quarter, adjusted for how much care residents need, plus staff turnover and weekend coverage.

Why it matters

More hours and lower turnover are the strongest predictors of fewer falls, pressure sores, and avoidable hospital stays.

Quality measures ratingCMS stars from clinical outcomes and resident assessments2★Above only 14% of peersOK avg2.9★U.S. avg3.6★
What is quality measures rating?

Clinical outcomes from resident assessments and Medicare claims: falls with injury, pressure ulcers, hospitalizations, antipsychotic use, and more, for both short-stay and long-stay residents.

Why it matters

It shows whether care is working, but part of it comes from the facility’s own assessments, so read it alongside the inspection results.

Total nurse hoursPer resident per day, all nursing staff3.58hrsAbove only 36% of peersOK avg3.84Benchmark4.10
What is total nurse hours?

All licensed nurse and aide hours worked, divided by the number of residents, on an average day. Reported from payroll, not self-reported.

Why it matters

Federal research links 4.1 hours a day to fewer avoidable harms. Below about 3 hours, residents wait longer for help with basics like toileting and repositioning.

RN hoursPer resident per day, registered nurses only0.40hrsAbove 72% of peersOK avg0.34Benchmark0.75
What is rn hours?

Registered nurse hours only. RNs assess residents, manage medications, and catch changes in condition; LPNs and aides deliver most hands-on care.

Why it matters

RN coverage is the staffing measure most tied to fewer hospital transfers and infections, and it is where thinly staffed facilities cut first.

Nursing staff turnoverShare of nursing staff who left within a year · lower is better74%Above only 9% of peersOK avg56%RN turnover90%
What is nursing staff turnover?

The share of nursing staff who left within the past year, from the same payroll data.

Why it matters

High turnover means residents are cared for by people who do not know them, and it is one of the strongest predictors of inspection problems.

Fines in the last three yearsCivil money penalties imposed by CMS · lower is better$130,772Above only 5% of peersOK avg$21,911Fines · denials12 · 1
What is fines in the last three years?

Civil money penalties CMS imposed after serious or uncorrected deficiencies, and denials of Medicare payment for new admissions.

Why it matters

Penalties follow the worst inspection findings. A recent fine is the clearest sign that inspectors found real harm.

Inspection history

Last three inspection cycles
75citations
7inspection dates
1actual harm (G–I)
1immediate jeopardy (J–L)
Jan 28, 2025most recent

Citations by monthFeb 2022 – Jan 2025

  • No actual harm (D–F)
  • Actual harm (G–I)
  • Immediate jeopardy (J–L)
  • $Fine or payment denial

Click a month or a year to filter the findings below. Arrow keys move between months; Esc clears.

Jan 28, 20252 citationsCycle 2worst D · no actual harm
  1. F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Mar 7, 2025
  2. F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlD · isolatedCorrected Mar 7, 2025
Jul 19, 20241 citationCycle 2worst G · actual harm$22,975
  1. F698Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.Quality of Life and CareG · isolatedCorrected Aug 17, 2024
Apr 11, 202425 citationsCycle 1worst E · no actual harm
  1. F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Jun 6, 2024
  2. F578Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.Resident RightsE · patternCorrected Jun 6, 2024
  3. F602Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationE · patternCorrected Jun 6, 2024
  4. F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningE · patternCorrected Jun 6, 2024
  5. F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Jun 6, 2024
  6. F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Jun 6, 2024
  7. F690Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Jun 6, 2024
  8. F693Ensure 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.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Jun 6, 2024
  9. F730Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.Nursing and Physician ServicesD · isolatedCorrected Jun 6, 2024
  10. F732Post nurse staffing information every day.Nursing and Physician ServicesE · patternCorrected Jun 6, 2024
  11. F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.Pharmacy ServiceE · patternCorrected Jun 6, 2024
  12. F756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.Pharmacy ServiceE · patternCorrected Jun 6, 2024
  13. F758Implement 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.Pharmacy ServiceE · patternCorrected May 6, 2024
  14. F770Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.AdministrationD · isolatedCorrected Jun 6, 2024
  15. F804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.Nutrition and DietaryE · patternCorrected Jun 6, 2024
  16. F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Nutrition and DietaryE · patternCorrected Jun 6, 2024
  17. F814Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.Nutrition and DietaryE · patternCorrected Jun 6, 2024
  18. F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlE · patternCorrected Jun 6, 2024
  19. F881Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.Infection ControlD · isolatedCorrected Jun 6, 2024
  20. F882Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.Infection ControlE · patternCorrected Jun 6, 2024
  21. F883Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.Infection ControlE · patternCorrected Jun 6, 2024
  22. F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Jun 21, 2024
  23. F908Keep all essential equipment working safely.EnvironmentalE · patternCorrected Jun 6, 2024
  24. Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Jun 6, 2024
  25. F725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.Nursing and Physician ServicesE · patternCorrected Jun 6, 2024
Mar 19, 20246 citationsCycle 2worst E · no actual harmpayment denial
  1. F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected May 10, 2024
  2. F553Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected May 10, 2024
  3. F558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected May 10, 2024
  4. F580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected May 10, 2024
  5. F584Honor 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.Resident RightsE · patternCorrected May 10, 2024
  6. F698Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected May 10, 2024
Feb 8, 20247 citationsCycle 2worst E · no actual harm
  1. F622Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Mar 15, 2024
  2. Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Mar 15, 2024
  3. F626Permit a resident to return to the nursing home after hospitalization or therapeutic leave that exceeds bed-hold policy.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Mar 15, 2024
  4. Notify 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.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Mar 15, 2024
  5. F623Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Mar 15, 2024
  6. F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Mar 15, 2024
  7. F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Mar 15, 2024
Feb 27, 202322 citationsCycle 2worst J · immediate jeopardy$15,000, $23,989
  1. F582Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.Resident RightsE · patternCorrected May 6, 2023
  2. F842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected May 6, 2023
  3. F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlE · patternCorrected May 6, 2023
  4. F883Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.Infection ControlE · patternCorrected May 6, 2023
  5. F580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.Resident RightsE · patternCorrected May 6, 2023
  6. F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected May 6, 2023
  7. F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected May 6, 2023
  8. F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.Pharmacy ServiceE · patternCorrected May 6, 2023
  9. F840Employ or obtain outside professional resources to provide services in the nursing home when the facility does not employ a qualified professional to furnish a required service.AdministrationD · isolatedCorrected May 6, 2023
  10. F887Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.Infection ControlD · isolatedCorrected May 6, 2023
  11. F888Ensure staff are vaccinated for COVID-19Infection ControlE · patternCorrected May 6, 2023
  12. Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected May 6, 2023
  13. Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.Quality of Life and CareJ · isolatedCorrected May 6, 2023
  14. F584Honor 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.Resident RightsE · patternCorrected May 6, 2023
  15. F655Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admittedResident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected May 6, 2023
  16. F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected May 6, 2023
  17. F698Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected May 6, 2023
  18. F727Have 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.Nursing and Physician ServicesE · patternCorrected May 6, 2023
  19. F756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.Pharmacy ServiceD · isolatedCorrected May 6, 2023
  20. F758Implement 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.Pharmacy ServiceD · isolatedCorrected May 6, 2023
  21. F835Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.AdministrationE · patternCorrected May 6, 2023
  22. F838Conduct 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.AdministrationD · isolatedCorrected May 6, 2023
Feb 22, 202212 citationsCycle 3worst E · no actual harm
  1. F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlE · patternCorrected Apr 7, 2022
  2. F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Nutrition and DietaryE · patternCorrected Apr 7, 2022
  3. F804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.Nutrition and DietaryE · patternCorrected Apr 7, 2022
  4. F637Assess the resident when there is a significant change in conditionResident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Apr 7, 2022
  5. F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Apr 7, 2022
  6. F688Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Apr 7, 2022
  7. F690Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Apr 7, 2022
  8. F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Apr 7, 2022
  9. F726Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.Nursing and Physician ServicesE · patternCorrected Apr 7, 2022
  10. F756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.Pharmacy ServiceE · patternCorrected Apr 7, 2022
  11. F758Implement 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.Pharmacy ServiceE · patternCorrected Apr 7, 2022
  12. F805Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.Nutrition and DietaryE · patternCorrected Apr 7, 2022

Staffing

From quarterly payroll reports

Hours per resident per day

  • All nursing staffRNs, LPNs and aides combined3.58hrsAbove only 36% of peers−0.26 vs OK avg
  • Registered nursesRN hours only0.40hrsAbove 72% of peers+0.06 vs OK avg
  • Licensed practical nursesLPN hours0.87hrs
  • Nurse aidesCNA hours2.31hrs
  • Weekend nursingAll staff on Saturdays and Sundays3.41hrs
  • Oklahoma average
  • Research benchmark (4.10 total, 0.75 RN)

Turnover & capacity

  • Nursing staff turnoverShare who left within a year · lower is better74%Above only 9% of peersOK avg 56%
  • RN turnoverRegistered nurses only90%Not ranked by CMS
  • Administrators who leftIn the past year2Leadership changed
  • Occupancy118 certified beds · ~57 residents a day48%Above only 21% of peersOK avg 64%

Fines & penalties

Roughly the past three years

Enforcement summary

  • $130,772In fines
  • 12Fines
  • 1Payment denial
  • $21,911OK avg in fines
Above only 5% of peersFewer fines than 5% of rated homes in Oklahoma

Actions on record

  1. Jul 19, 2024Civil money penalty$22,975
  2. Mar 19, 2024Denial of payment for new admissionsfrom Jun 19, 2024
  3. Nov 6, 2023Civil money penalty$13,762
  4. Oct 17, 2023Civil money penalty$4,587
  5. Sep 25, 2023Civil money penalty$13,762
  6. Sep 5, 2023Civil money penalty$4,587
  7. Aug 28, 2023Civil money penalty$4,587
  8. Aug 21, 2023Civil money penalty$4,587
  9. Aug 14, 2023Civil money penalty$4,587
  10. Aug 7, 2023Civil money penalty$4,587
  11. Jul 17, 2023Civil money penalty$13,762
  12. Feb 27, 2023Civil money penalty$15,000
  13. Feb 27, 2023Civil money penalty$23,989

Ownership

As filed with CMS

Structure

Ownership type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Chain
Emerald Healthcare14 facilities in the chain1.6★ chain average
Certification
Medicare and Medicaid
Location type
Urban
Ownership change
None in the last 12 months

People and entities on file

Direct owners (5%+)
  • Chickiestrong Tulsa LLC
  • Yisroel Chafetz
  • Joshua Farkovits
  • David Gamzeh
  • Akiva Glatzer
  • Ephram Lahasky
  • Jacob Walden
Corporate officers
  • David Gamzeh
Managing employees
  • Melissa Bettis
  • Alphreda Layton
5% Or Greater Security Interest
  • Bankers Trust Company

Person Organization

Sources & notes

Public data, updated quarterly

Data sources

  • CMS Care Compare · Provider InformationStar ratings, staffing hours, turnover, penalties and flags · processed February 2026.
  • CMS Health CitationsEvery deficiency from the last three inspection cycles, with scope, severity and inspection cycle.
  • CMS Penalties and Ownership filesCivil money penalties, payment denials, and the owners and managers on file.

Notes

  • CMS Certification Number 375094 · 2425 SOUTH MEMORIAL, TULSA, OK, 74129.
  • Percentiles compare this facility with every rated nursing home in Oklahoma and Tulsa County. Turnover and fines are inverted so a high percentile is always good.
  • This is an informational summary of public data, not medical, legal, or placement advice. Facilities cannot pay to change it; a facility that believes a record is wrong can dispute it with CMS.

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