RETREAT AT THE STRATFORD, THE

The Retreat at the Stratford is a Medicare-certified skilled nursing facility located at 2460 Glebe St in Carmel, Indiana (Hamilton County, ZIP code 46032). The facility operates under for-profit corporate ownership and maintains a certified bed capacity of 18 beds, making it a relatively small-scale care setting compared to many nursing homes nationwide. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) assigns star ratings to nursing facilities based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. The Retreat at the Stratford holds an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which is above the national average of 3.0 stars. The health inspection rating stands at 4 stars, reflecting the outcomes of state and federal inspection surveys conducted at the facility. The staffing rating is also 4 stars, indicating staffing levels that exceed the national average benchmark. The quality measure rating, which is derived from clinical data reported by the facility, is 3 stars, placing it at the national average for that particular domain. Regarding payment and insurance, the facility is certified under Medicare, which generally covers short-term skilled nursing and rehabilitation stays following a qualifying hospital admission, subject to specific eligibility criteria and coverage limits. Prospective residents and their families are advised to confirm current payment options, Medicaid participation status, and private pay arrangements directly with the facility by contacting their administrative staff at (317) 733-9560. When compared to national averages, the Retreat at the Stratford performs above average in two of the three CMS rating domains. Its overall 4-star rating places it above the national average of 3.0 stars. The health inspection and staffing ratings both at 4 stars indicate performance above typical national benchmarks in those areas. The quality measure rating of 3 stars is consistent with the national average. The facility's small bed count of 18 is notably lower than the national median for nursing homes, which may reflect a more specialized or limited scope of care services. Those researching care options in Carmel, Indiana or Hamilton County can use these CMS data points as one reference when comparing facilities in the area.