BELMONT HEALTH & REHABILITATION, THE

The Belmont Health & Rehabilitation is a government-owned, county-operated skilled nursing facility located at 540 Belmont Drive in Columbus, Indiana, 47201. The facility holds 180 certified beds and is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid residents. As a county-government entity, it operates under public oversight within Bartholomew County. 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 performance. The Belmont Health & Rehabilitation holds an overall CMS rating of 3 stars, which aligns with the national average of 3.0 stars. The health inspection rating is 3 stars, reflecting the outcomes of state inspection surveys conducted on-site. The staffing rating is 2 stars, indicating staffing levels that fall below the national average when accounting for the resident population and care needs. The quality measure rating is also 2 stars, based on clinical data reported for residents, including measures related to mobility, medications, hospitalizations, and other health outcomes. The staffing and quality measure ratings each sit below average compared to facilities nationwide. The facility is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid, meaning it is eligible to receive reimbursement through federal health insurance programs for qualifying seniors and individuals with disabilities. Medicare typically covers short-term skilled nursing care following a qualifying hospital stay, while Medicaid may cover longer-term custodial care for residents who meet financial eligibility requirements. Prospective residents and their families are encouraged to contact the facility directly at (812) 669-5500 to inquire about current availability, accepted insurance plans, and any applicable private-pay arrangements. When considered alongside national benchmarks, The Belmont Health & Rehabilitation presents a mixed performance profile. Its overall 3-star rating places it at the national average, while its health inspection rating similarly reflects average performance relative to other certified nursing facilities in the United States. However, its 2-star staffing and quality measure ratings indicate areas where performance is below the national norm. These ratings are updated periodically by CMS and represent one data point that families and care coordinators may use when evaluating skilled nursing options in the Columbus, Indiana area. The facility's status as a county-government operation distinguishes it from for-profit and nonprofit private facilities in the region.