W Frank Wells Nursing Home

W Frank Wells Nursing Home is a skilled nursing facility located at 210 N 2nd St in Macclenny, Florida, within Baker County. The facility operates as a non-profit corporation and holds certification for both Medicare and Medicaid. It has a licensed capacity of 69 certified beds and is currently active. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) assigns star ratings across four categories to help the public understand nursing home performance. W Frank Wells Nursing Home holds an overall CMS star rating of 2 out of 5, indicating below-average performance relative to other facilities nationally. The health inspection rating stands at 1 out of 5, the lowest tier in that category, reflecting findings from recent state and federal inspection surveys. The staffing rating is 5 out of 5, the highest possible score, indicating that nurse and staff hours per resident per day are above average compared to similar facilities. The quality measure rating is 2 out of 5, which reflects below-average performance on clinical outcome indicators such as rates of falls, pressure ulcers, and rehospitalization. The facility maintains an active license with the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA). Prospective residents and families may wish to review the most recent AHCA inspection report for specific survey findings and any cited deficiencies. W Frank Wells Nursing Home accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as payment sources, making it accessible to a broad range of residents including those who rely on public insurance programs. Individuals whose coverage or financial situation falls outside these programs should contact the facility directly at (904) 259-6168 to confirm accepted payment arrangements and private pay options. When compared to Florida state averages, W Frank Wells Nursing Home presents a mixed profile. Its staffing rating of 5 out of 5 places it well above the typical Florida facility in that domain, which is a notable distinction for a smaller rural nursing home. However, its overall rating of 2 out of 5 and health inspection rating of 1 out of 5 fall below state and national norms, suggesting that survey findings have had a significant impact on its composite score. The quality measure rating of 2 out of 5 is also below the state average. Florida nursing homes as a group perform at varying levels across these categories, and individual facility results reflect a combination of staffing practices, inspection outcomes, and clinical care indicators. Reviewing the full CMS Care Compare profile alongside AHCA inspection records can provide additional context for evaluating this facility.