CIVITA CARE NORTHBRIDGE

Civita Care Northbridge is a for-profit, corporately owned skilled nursing facility located at 2875 Main Street in Bridgeport, Connecticut (ZIP code 06606). The facility is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid and operates 145 certified beds. It is situated in the Greater Bridgeport county area and can be reached by phone at (203) 336-0232. Civita Care Northbridge holds an overall CMS star rating of 1 out of 5, which falls below the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS star ratings are calculated using data from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. The health inspection rating for this facility is 1 out of 5, reflecting findings from standard and complaint inspections conducted by state survey agencies. The staffing rating is 3 out of 5, placing it at the national average in terms of nurse and aide staffing levels relative to resident census. The quality measure rating is 4 out of 5, indicating that clinical quality indicators for this facility, such as rates of hospitalizations, falls, and pressure ulcers, are above the national average. The overall rating is a composite that weights these three components, with health inspections carrying the most influence on the final score. Civita Care Northbridge is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid as payment sources. This dual certification means the facility is able to serve residents who qualify for short-term Medicare-covered stays following a qualifying hospital admission, as well as residents who require longer-term care funded through Medicaid. Individuals and families researching payment options should verify current coverage details directly with the facility and the relevant insurance or benefits programs, as eligibility criteria and covered services can vary. When compared against national benchmarks, Civita Care Northbridge presents a mixed profile. Its overall rating of 1 star is below the national average of 3.0 stars, driven in part by its health inspection rating of 1 star. However, its quality measure rating of 4 stars is above the national average, and its staffing rating of 3 stars is consistent with the national average. Prospective residents and their families are encouraged to review detailed inspection reports, staffing data, and quality measure breakdowns available through the CMS Care Compare database for a more complete picture of the facility's performance over time.