WESTVIEW NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER

Westview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a government-owned, county-operated skilled nursing facility located at 1510 Clinic Dr in Bedford, Indiana (ZIP 47421), within Lawrence County. The facility operates with 95 certified beds and is certified to participate in both Medicare and Medicaid programs. It can be reached by phone at (812) 279-4494. 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 rating. Westview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center holds an overall CMS star rating of 5, compared to the national average of 3.0 stars. This overall rating is derived from three component ratings. The health inspection rating is 5 stars, reflecting the results of state inspections and complaint investigations conducted at the facility. The quality measure rating is also 5 stars, which is based on clinical data related to resident care outcomes such as mobility, medication management, and other health indicators. The staffing rating is 3 stars, indicating a staffing level that is near the national average when accounting for resident census and acuity adjustments. As a Medicare and Medicaid certified facility, Westview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center accepts residents whose care may be covered under federal Medicare and state Medicaid programs. Medicare typically covers short-term skilled nursing and rehabilitation services following a qualifying hospital stay, subject to eligibility requirements and coverage limits. Medicaid may cover longer-term custodial care for residents who meet financial and clinical eligibility criteria established by the state of Indiana. Individuals and families seeking detailed information about coverage terms and financial assistance options are encouraged to consult with the facility's admissions staff or a benefits counselor directly. When compared against national benchmarks, Westview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center performs above average across most measured categories. Its overall 5-star rating exceeds the national average of 3.0 stars. Both its health inspection and quality measure component ratings are at the highest level on the CMS scale. The staffing component, rated at 3 stars, is aligned with the national midpoint. As a county government-operated facility, it falls within a segment of nursing homes that are publicly administered rather than privately owned, which may be a relevant consideration for families researching care options in Lawrence County, Indiana.