APPLE REHAB MYSTIC

Apple Rehab Mystic is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility located at 28 Broadway Ave in Mystic, Connecticut 06355. The facility operates 60 certified beds and is classified as a for-profit corporation. It is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid residents. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) assigns star ratings to nursing facilities across several categories, using a scale of 1 to 5 stars. Apple Rehab Mystic holds an overall CMS rating of 2 stars, which falls below the national average of 3 stars. The health inspection rating stands at 3 stars, placing it at the national average for that category. The staffing rating is 1 star, indicating staffing levels that are notably lower than the national norm. The quality measure rating is 4 stars, which is above the national average and reflects performance on clinical quality indicators tracked by CMS. These individual ratings are calculated separately and contribute to the composite overall score. As a Medicare and Medicaid certified facility, Apple Rehab Mystic is authorized to bill both federal programs for covered services. Medicare typically covers short-term skilled nursing and rehabilitation care following a qualifying hospital stay, subject to eligibility requirements and duration limits. Medicaid coverage is available for qualifying long-term care residents based on income and asset criteria determined by the state of Connecticut. Individuals seeking information about private pay options or supplemental insurance arrangements should contact the facility directly at (860) 536-9655. When compared to national benchmarks, Apple Rehab Mystic presents a mixed profile across CMS rating categories. The overall 2-star rating places the facility below the national average, largely influenced by the 1-star staffing rating, which is the lowest tier in the CMS system. Staffing levels, as measured by CMS, reflect average hours of care provided per resident per day by registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and certified nursing assistants. In contrast, the 4-star quality measure rating indicates above-average performance on clinical outcomes such as rates of hospitalizations, falls, and other tracked health metrics. The 3-star health inspection rating aligns with the national average, reflecting inspection results from on-site surveys conducted by state health agencies. Prospective residents and their families are encouraged to review the full CMS Nursing Home Care Compare profile for detailed inspection reports and staffing data specific to this facility.