Vivo Healthcare Wauchula

Vivo Healthcare Wauchula is a skilled nursing facility located at 401 Orange Place in Wauchula, Florida, within Hardee County. The facility operates 79 certified beds and is classified as a for-profit corporation. It is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid residents and maintains active operational status. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services assigns Vivo Healthcare Wauchula an overall star rating of 2 out of 5. This composite rating is derived from three component scores. The health inspection rating stands at 2 out of 5, reflecting findings from standard and complaint surveys conducted by state inspectors. The staffing rating is 3 out of 5, representing nurse and aide staffing levels relative to resident census. The quality measure rating is 4 out of 5, based on clinical outcome indicators such as rates of hospitalization, falls, and pressure ulcers among the resident population. The facility holds an active license through the Agency for Health Care Administration. Prospective inquiries about the most recent survey date and specific inspection findings may be reviewed through AHCA's online provider search tool. Vivo Healthcare Wauchula accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as payment sources, making it accessible to residents who qualify under either federal program. Individuals and families considering placement at this facility should confirm current coverage details, private pay rates, and any ancillary service charges directly with the facility's billing and admissions staff, as these figures are subject to change. When compared to Florida state averages, Vivo Healthcare Wauchula falls below the statewide norm in its overall and health inspection ratings. Florida nursing facilities average approximately 3 stars overall, and the 2-star health inspection rating at this facility indicates a greater frequency or severity of cited deficiencies than the state average. The staffing rating of 3 stars aligns with the Florida midpoint, while the quality measure rating of 4 stars exceeds the statewide average, suggesting relatively favorable clinical outcomes for this resident population. Hardee County is a rural area, and the limited number of skilled nursing options in the immediate region may be a relevant factor for families conducting placement research. All CMS ratings are updated periodically and reflect data collected during specific review cycles.