Lake Wales Wellness And Rehabilitation Center

Lake Wales Wellness And Rehabilitation Center is a skilled nursing facility located at 730 N Scenic Hwy in Lake Wales, Florida (Polk County, ZIP 33853). The facility operates 100 certified beds and is owned by a for-profit corporation. It is certified to serve both Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries and is currently listed as an active provider. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) assigns star ratings to nursing facilities on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 representing the highest performance. Lake Wales Wellness And Rehabilitation Center holds an overall CMS star rating of 1 out of 5. The health inspection rating is 1 out of 5, reflecting findings from state and federal inspection surveys. The staffing rating is 3 out of 5, indicating a mid-range level of nursing staff hours relative to resident census. The quality measure rating is also 3 out of 5, based on clinical data reported for conditions such as pressure ulcers, falls, and hospital readmissions. Prospective residents and their families are encouraged to review the full inspection reports available through the CMS Care Compare database. The facility holds an active license from the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) in Florida; specific details regarding the most recent survey date can be confirmed directly through AHCA or CMS records. Lake Wales Wellness And Rehabilitation Center accepts Medicare and Medicaid as forms of payment, making it accessible to a broad range of residents. Individuals whose care may be covered under Medicare Part A following a qualifying hospital stay, as well as those enrolled in Medicaid long-term care programs, may be eligible for services at this facility. Families seeking information about private pay rates, supplemental insurance, or other payment arrangements are advised to contact the facility directly at (863) 676-1512. When compared to Florida state averages, this facility falls below the norm in several categories. The statewide average overall star rating for Florida nursing homes generally hovers around 2 to 3 stars, and the health inspection rating at this facility, at 1 star, is below what is typical across the state. The staffing and quality measure ratings of 3 stars each are closer to the state average in those domains. Polk County residents researching skilled nursing options in the Lake Wales area may wish to review multiple facilities and consult CMS Care Compare for side-by-side comparisons, inspection reports, and detailed staffing data before making a placement decision.