GOLDWATER PONTIAC NURSING HOME

Goldwater Pontiac Nursing Home is a long-term care facility located at 1225 South Ewing Drive in Pontiac, Illinois (ZIP code 61764), situated in Livingston County. The facility operates 90 certified beds and is classified as a for-profit corporation. It holds dual certification for both Medicare and Medicaid, making it eligible to serve residents under either program. The facility has received an overall CMS star rating of 2 out of 5, which falls below the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS star ratings are derived from three component categories: health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. In the health inspection category, Goldwater Pontiac Nursing Home received 3 stars, placing it near the national average. The staffing rating is 1 star, indicating staffing levels that are notably below average when compared to similar facilities across the country. The quality measure rating is 4 stars, reflecting above-average performance in clinical outcome indicators tracked by CMS. These three component scores are weighted and combined to produce the overall 2-star rating. As a Medicare and Medicaid certified facility, Goldwater Pontiac Nursing Home is authorized to accept residents covered under both federal programs. Medicare typically covers short-term skilled nursing care following a qualifying hospital stay, subject to specific eligibility requirements and time limitations. Medicaid may cover longer-term custodial care for residents who meet the financial and medical eligibility criteria established by the state of Illinois. Individuals seeking information about coverage specifics should consult directly with the facility's admissions staff or the appropriate state and federal agencies. When compared to national benchmarks, the facility presents a mixed profile. The 4-star quality measure rating places it above the national average in that domain, while the 1-star staffing rating represents a significant gap relative to comparable nursing homes nationwide. The 3-star health inspection score is consistent with national norms. The overall 2-star rating, however, positions the facility below the national average of 3.0 stars. Prospective residents and their families are encouraged to review all available CMS data, visit the facility, and consult with healthcare providers when evaluating long-term care options in Pontiac and the broader Livingston County area.