HICKORY CREEK AT COLUMBUS

Hickory Creek at Columbus is a government-owned, county-operated skilled nursing facility located at 5480 E 25th Street in Columbus, Indiana (ZIP: 47203), within Bartholomew County. The facility holds 36 certified beds and is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid residents. According to data from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), Hickory Creek at Columbus holds an overall star rating of 5 out of 5, which places it above the national average of 3.0 stars. The CMS rating system evaluates facilities across three primary domains. The health inspection rating for this facility is 4 out of 5 stars, reflecting the outcomes of standard state inspection surveys. The staffing rating is 2 out of 5 stars, which falls below the national average and reflects the reported levels of nursing and direct care staff relative to resident census. The quality measure rating is 5 out of 5 stars, indicating performance on clinical quality indicators that track resident health outcomes and care processes. Hickory Creek at Columbus is certified to accept payment through both Medicare and Medicaid programs. This dual certification means the facility may serve residents whose care is funded by federal Medicare benefits, typically covering short-term skilled nursing and rehabilitation stays, as well as residents whose long-term care costs are covered under Indiana's Medicaid program. Prospective residents and their families should contact the facility directly or consult with a benefits counselor to verify current coverage details and any applicable financial requirements. When compared to national benchmarks, the facility presents a mixed profile across CMS rating categories. The overall 5-star rating and the 5-star quality measure rating both exceed the national average, while the 2-star staffing rating is below the national norm. The health inspection rating of 4 stars is above the national average of 3.0 stars. The staffing metric reflects reported direct care hours per resident per day and may be relevant to those researching care intensity at this location. As a county government-operated facility with 36 certified beds, Hickory Creek at Columbus represents a smaller-scale option within the Columbus, Indiana care continuum. All CMS ratings are updated periodically and are based on data reported to federal and state agencies. Individuals researching care options are encouraged to review the most current CMS Care Compare data and to visit the facility directly before making a placement decision.