PIONEER THERAPY AND LIVING

Pioneer Therapy and Living is a skilled nursing facility located at 1506 East Main Street in Melbourne, Arkansas, within Izard County. The facility operates 86 certified beds and is classified as a for-profit, individually owned operation. It holds certification under both Medicare and Medicaid programs, making it eligible to serve residents under either payment structure. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) assigns star ratings to nursing facilities based on three primary domains: health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Pioneer Therapy and Living holds an overall CMS star rating of 5 out of 5, which places it above the national average of 3.0 stars. In the health inspection category, the facility received a rating of 4 out of 5. Staffing was rated at 3 out of 5, reflecting a level consistent with the national midpoint. The quality measure rating stands at 5 out of 5, the highest rating available in that domain. These ratings are derived from data collected and published by CMS as part of its Nursing Home Care Compare program. Regarding payment and insurance, Pioneer Therapy and Living accepts both Medicare and Medicaid. This dual certification means the facility may serve individuals covered under federal Medicare benefits, typically associated with short-term skilled nursing needs following a qualifying hospital stay, as well as individuals whose long-term care costs are covered through the Medicaid program. Prospective residents and their families should contact the facility directly at (870) 368-4377 to confirm current bed availability, specific insurance acceptance, and any private-pay arrangements that may apply. Compared to national benchmarks, Pioneer Therapy and Living performs above average in several notable categories. Its overall rating of 5 stars exceeds the national average of 3.0 stars, and its quality measure rating of 5 stars similarly surpasses the national norm. The staffing rating of 3 stars falls at the national average, while the health inspection rating of 4 stars is above average. Located in a rural area of north-central Arkansas, the facility serves residents in Melbourne and the surrounding Izard County region. All rating data is sourced from CMS and reflects periodic updates based on inspection reports, staffing disclosures, and clinical quality metrics submitted by the facility.