AUTUMN LAKE HEALTHCARE AT BUCKS HILL

Autumn Lake Healthcare at Bucks Hill is a skilled nursing facility located at 2817 North Main Street in Waterbury, Connecticut 06704. The facility operates 90 certified beds and is classified as a for-profit, individually owned organization. It is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid residents. The facility holds an overall CMS star rating of 4 out of 5, which is above the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS assigns these ratings based on three primary components: health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Autumn Lake Healthcare at Bucks Hill received a health inspection rating of 3 stars, indicating performance in line with the national average in that category. The staffing rating is 2 stars, which falls below the national average and reflects the ratio of nursing staff hours relative to resident census. The quality measure rating is 5 stars, the highest possible score, indicating that the facility performs above the national average across the clinical quality metrics tracked by CMS, which include areas such as rates of hospitalizations, pressure ulcers, and use of antipsychotic medications. The facility accepts Medicare and Medicaid as payment sources. Medicaid acceptance is a significant factor for residents who require long-term care funding assistance, as not all skilled nursing facilities in Connecticut participate in the Medicaid program. Prospective residents and their families are advised to contact the facility directly at (203) 757-0731 to confirm current bed availability, payment terms, and any private pay options. When compared to national benchmarks, Autumn Lake Healthcare at Bucks Hill presents a mixed profile. The overall 4-star rating is above the national average of 3.0 stars. The quality measure score of 5 stars is a notable strength within the CMS rating framework, placing it in the top tier nationally for that component. The staffing rating of 2 stars, however, falls below the national average, which may be a relevant consideration for those evaluating the facility. The health inspection rating of 3 stars is consistent with national norms. The facility is located in the Naugatuck Valley county region of Connecticut and serves residents in the greater Waterbury area.