APPLE REHAB LAUREL WOODS

Apple Rehab Laurel Woods is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility located at 451 North High Street in East Haven, Connecticut, 06512. The facility operates 120 certified beds and is classified as a for-profit corporation. It is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid residents. CMS assigns Apple Rehab Laurel Woods an overall star rating of 1 out of 5, which falls below the national average of 3.0 stars. This overall rating is derived from three component ratings. The health inspection rating stands at 1 out of 5, reflecting survey findings from state and federal inspections conducted at the facility. The staffing rating is 3 out of 5, which aligns with the national average and reflects the reported levels of nursing and support staff 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 falls, infections, and functional decline, compare favorably to national benchmarks. CMS star ratings are based on data reported to the federal government and are updated periodically. Apple Rehab Laurel Woods holds dual certification under both Medicare and Medicaid programs. This means the facility is approved to provide covered services to eligible Medicare beneficiaries, typically for short-term skilled nursing or rehabilitation needs following a qualifying hospital stay. Medicaid coverage is also accepted, which may apply to residents requiring long-term care who meet Connecticut state eligibility requirements. Individuals and families seeking specific information about coverage, costs, or financial eligibility are encouraged to contact the facility directly at (203) 466-6850 or consult with a benefits counselor. When considered in the context of national performance data, Apple Rehab Laurel Woods presents a mixed profile. The overall 1-star rating and the 1-star health inspection rating place the facility in the lowest tier compared to the national average, suggesting a higher frequency or severity of deficiencies identified during inspections. In contrast, the 4-star quality measure rating indicates above-average performance on clinical outcome metrics, and the 3-star staffing rating reflects staffing levels consistent with the national norm. Prospective residents and their families may wish to review the detailed inspection reports available through the CMS Care Compare database to gain a more complete understanding of the specific findings that contribute to the facility's inspection rating.