Birchwood Health And Rehabilitation Center

Birchwood Health And Rehabilitation Center is a skilled nursing facility located at 3250 12th St in Sarasota, Florida 34237, within Sarasota County. The facility operates 87 certified beds and is owned by a for-profit corporation. It is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid residents and is currently active. 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. Birchwood Health And Rehabilitation Center holds an overall CMS star rating of 2 out of 5. The health inspection rating is 2 out of 5, reflecting findings from standard and complaint surveys conducted by state inspectors. The staffing rating is also 2 out of 5, which accounts for the levels of registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and certified nursing assistants relative to resident census. The quality measure rating is 4 out of 5, indicating stronger performance in this specific category, which evaluates clinical outcomes and resident health indicators across multiple measures. Facility licensure and survey status can be verified through the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA), which maintains current license records and inspection history for Florida nursing facilities. Birchwood Health And Rehabilitation Center accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as payment sources. This dual certification makes the facility accessible to residents who rely on federal health insurance through Medicare, including those admitted for short-term rehabilitation following a qualifying hospital stay, as well as residents who qualify for long-term care coverage under Medicaid. Individuals and families seeking information about specific payment arrangements, private pay options, or insurance coverage should contact the facility directly at (941) 365-4185. When compared to Florida state averages, Birchwood Health And Rehabilitation Center falls below the statewide norm in overall performance, health inspections, and staffing, each of which is rated at 2 out of 5. Florida nursing facilities, on average, receive an overall rating near 3 out of 5, meaning this facility scores lower in those categories relative to its peers across the state. However, its quality measure rating of 4 out of 5 is above the Florida state average, suggesting more favorable performance in clinical outcome indicators. Families and care coordinators reviewing this facility as part of a broader search are encouraged to consult CMS Care Compare, AHCA public records, and direct facility contacts to gather the most current and complete information before making care decisions.