Map showing the location of SEQUOYAH POINTE SKILLED NURSING AND THERAPY in TAHLEQUAH, Oklahoma
614 E CHERRIE STREET, TAHLEQUAH, OK, 74465

Overall Score

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

Where it ranks

  • OklahomaAbove 67% of peers282 rated homes · average 2.7★
  • United StatesAbove 61% of peers14,574 rated homes · average 3.0★

How the rating is built

  • Health inspectionsStarting point4★+1.2 vs OK avg
  • StaffingCan add or remove a star3★+0.4 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.

Ratings & measures

Tap a row to see what it means
Health inspection ratingCMS stars from the last three on-site inspection cycles4★Above 65% of 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 turnover3★Above only 47% 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 staff3.51hrsAbove only 28% 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 only0.25hrsAbove only 28% 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 better50%Above 66% of peersOK avg56%RN turnover
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$0Above only 48% of peersOK avg$21,911Fines · denials0 · 0
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
25citations
5inspection dates
0actual harm (G–I)
0immediate jeopardy (J–L)
May 15, 2025most recent

Citations by monthJun 2022 – May 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.

May 15, 20251 citationCycle 1worst D · no actual harm
  1. F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected May 12, 2025
Jan 8, 20253 citationsCycle 1worst D · no actual harm
  1. 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 Jan 21, 2025
  2. F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Jan 21, 2025
  3. F558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Jan 21, 2025
Nov 2, 20237 citationsCycle 2worst F · no actual harm
  1. F732Post nurse staffing information every day.Nursing and Physician ServicesE · patternCorrected Dec 5, 2023
  2. F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Nutrition and DietaryF · widespreadCorrected Dec 5, 2023
  3. F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Dec 5, 2023
  4. 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 Dec 5, 2023
  5. F604Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Dec 5, 2023
  6. F644Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Dec 5, 2023
  7. 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 Dec 5, 2023
Feb 9, 20233 citationsCycle 3worst E · no actual harm
  1. Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.Pharmacy ServiceD · isolatedCorrected Feb 21, 2023
  2. F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Feb 21, 2023
  3. 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 Feb 21, 2023
Jun 1, 202211 citationsCycle 3worst E · no actual harm
  1. F641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningE · patternCorrected Jun 29, 2022
  2. F644Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningE · patternCorrected Jun 29, 2022
  3. F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Jun 29, 2022
  4. 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 29, 2022
  5. 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 29, 2022
  6. F730Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.Nursing and Physician ServicesE · patternCorrected Jun 29, 2022
  7. F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.Pharmacy ServiceE · patternCorrected Jun 29, 2022
  8. 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 Jun 29, 2022
  9. F770Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.AdministrationE · patternCorrected Jun 29, 2022
  10. 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 29, 2022
  11. F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlE · patternCorrected Jun 29, 2022

Staffing

From quarterly payroll reports

Hours per resident per day

  • All nursing staffRNs, LPNs and aides combined3.51hrsAbove only 28% of peers−0.33 vs OK avg
  • Registered nursesRN hours only0.25hrsAbove only 28% of peers−0.09 vs OK avg
  • Licensed practical nursesLPN hours1.21hrs
  • Nurse aidesCNA hours2.05hrs
  • Weekend nursingAll staff on Saturdays and Sundays3.24hrs
  • Oklahoma average
  • Research benchmark (4.10 total, 0.75 RN)

Turnover & capacity

  • Nursing staff turnoverShare who left within a year · lower is better50%Above 66% of peersOK avg 56%
  • RN turnoverRegistered nurses onlyNot ranked by CMS
  • Administrators who leftIn the past year0Stable leadership
  • Occupancy125 certified beds · ~57 residents a day45%Above only 17% of peersOK avg 64%

Fines & penalties

Roughly the past three years

Enforcement summary

  • $0In fines
  • 0Fines
  • 0Payment denials
  • $21,911OK avg in fines
Above only 48% of peersFewer fines than 48% of rated homes in Oklahoma

Actions on record

No fines or payment denialsNothing on record in the current reporting window. Oklahoma facilities average 1.3 penalties.

Ownership

As filed with CMS

Structure

Ownership type
For profit - Partnership
Chain
Bridges Health33 facilities in the chain3.5★ chain average
Certification
Medicare and Medicaid
Location type
Rural
Ownership change
None in the last 12 months

People and entities on file

Direct owners (5%+)
  • Bridges Esop, INC
Indirect owners (5%+)
  • Bridges Employee Stock Ownership Trust
Operational or managerial control
  • Bridges Esop, INC
  • William Coble
Corporate officers
  • William Coble
Managing employees
  • Kristy Deroin

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 375124 · 614 E CHERRIE STREET, TAHLEQUAH, OK, 74465.
  • Percentiles compare this facility with every rated nursing home in Oklahoma and Cherokee 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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