Vero Beach Care Center

Vero Beach Care Center is a long-term care facility located at 1310 37th St in Vero Beach, Florida (zip code 32960), in Indian River County. The facility operates 159 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 on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 representing performance that is furthest above average. Vero Beach Care Center holds an overall CMS star rating of 2 out of 5. The health inspection rating stands at 1 out of 5, reflecting findings from on-site surveys conducted by state inspectors. The staffing rating is also 1 out of 5, which is based on the reported levels of nursing staff relative to the number of residents. The quality measure rating, by contrast, is 5 out of 5, indicating that the facility's reported clinical quality indicators, such as rates of hospitalization, pressure ulcers, and functional decline, rank among the highest in that category. The facility is actively licensed through the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) and remains in active operating status. Vero Beach Care Center accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as payment sources, making it accessible to residents who rely on federal and state insurance programs. Families and individuals researching this facility should confirm current bed availability, private pay rates, and any additional financial requirements directly with the facility's admissions staff, as these details can change. The facility's dual certification status allows it to serve a broad population, including those requiring short-term rehabilitation covered by Medicare as well as long-term residents covered through Medicaid. When compared to Florida state averages, Vero Beach Care Center presents a mixed profile. The 5-star quality measure rating places this facility above the typical performance seen across Florida nursing homes in that category. However, both the health inspection rating and the staffing rating of 1 out of 5 fall below the state average, suggesting areas where the facility's performance metrics differ from the broader Florida nursing home population. Florida consistently ranks among the states with the highest number of nursing facilities, making comparative data meaningful for families evaluating options in Indian River County and the surrounding region. The overall 2-star rating indicates that the facility's combined performance across all three CMS rating categories is below average relative to national benchmarks. Individuals conducting research are encouraged to review the full CMS Care Compare profile and AHCA inspection reports for additional detail.