EDGEWATER SKILLED NURSING CENTER

Edgewater Skilled Nursing Center is a for-profit, corporate-owned skilled nursing facility located at 2625 East Fourth Street in Long Beach, California (90814), within Los Angeles County. The facility holds 81 certified beds and operates as a Medicare and Medicaid certified provider, making it eligible to serve residents under both federal programs. According to CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services) data, Edgewater Skilled Nursing Center holds an overall star rating of 2 out of 5. This rating is derived from three component ratings. The health inspection rating stands at 2 out of 5, reflecting findings from state and federal inspections conducted at the facility. The staffing rating is 3 out of 5, indicating a mid-range level of nurse and staff hours relative to resident census. The quality measure rating is also 3 out of 5, based on clinical data related to resident outcomes and care processes. The CMS Five-Star Quality Rating System is designed to help the public compare nursing homes on these standardized dimensions. Edgewater Skilled Nursing Center accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as payment sources, as indicated by its dual certification status. This means the facility may serve residents who qualify for federal health insurance through Medicare, typically covering short-term skilled nursing or rehabilitation stays, as well as residents who rely on Medicaid for longer-term care funding. Individuals and families are advised to contact the facility directly at (562) 434-0974 to confirm current payment options, bed availability, and any additional private pay arrangements. When compared to the national average overall CMS star rating of 3.0 out of 5, Edgewater Skilled Nursing Center's overall rating of 2 out of 5 falls below that benchmark. The health inspection component, at 2 out of 5, also falls below the national average, while both the staffing and quality measure components, each rated at 3 out of 5, are consistent with the national average. These ratings represent a snapshot of the facility's performance based on inspection records, staffing levels, and clinical quality data as reported to CMS. Ratings are updated periodically as new data becomes available, and prospective residents or their representatives are encouraged to review the most current CMS data alongside any other relevant information when evaluating care options in the Long Beach area.