CORE OF BEDFORD

Core of Bedford is a non-profit, corporation-owned skilled nursing facility located at 514 E 16th St in Bedford, Indiana (ZIP code 47421), in Lawrence County. The facility operates with 37 certified beds and holds dual certification for both Medicare and Medicaid. It can be reached by phone at (812) 279-2001. The facility carries an overall CMS star rating of 2 out of 5, which falls below the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS calculates this overall rating based on three component domains. The health inspection rating stands at 3 stars, meeting the national average and reflecting the outcomes of standard state inspection surveys. The staffing rating is 1 star, indicating staffing levels that fall notably below national norms as measured by nursing hours per resident per day. The quality measure rating is 2 stars, which is below the national average and reflects clinical outcome data reported for residents across a range of standard health indicators. Core of Bedford accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as payment sources, making it accessible to residents who rely on federal insurance programs. As a non-profit corporation, the facility operates under a structure that directs resources toward operational and mission-driven priorities rather than private profit. Individuals seeking placement should verify current bed availability, specific service offerings, and any additional accepted payment arrangements directly with the facility. When compared to national benchmarks, Core of Bedford presents a mixed profile across the three CMS rating domains. The health inspection component aligns with national norms at 3 stars, while the staffing and quality measure components are each rated below the national average. The overall 2-star rating positions the facility below the national average of 3.0 stars. These ratings are drawn from CMS data and represent standardized assessments across all certified nursing facilities in the United States. Prospective residents and their families are encouraged to review the full CMS Nursing Home Care Compare profile for this facility to access the most current and detailed information.