HERITAGE HOUSE REHABILITATION & HEALTH CARE CENTER

Heritage House Rehabilitation & Health Care Center is a government-owned, county-operated skilled nursing facility located at 281 S County Road 200 East in Connersville, Indiana (ZIP 47331). The facility maintains 98 certified beds and operates as both a Medicare and Medicaid certified provider. As a county government facility, it falls under public ownership, distinguishing it from the majority of nursing homes in the United States, which are privately operated. CMS assigns Heritage House Rehabilitation & Health Care Center an overall star rating of 4 out of 5, which is above the national average of 3.0 stars. This overall rating is derived from three component assessments. The health inspection rating stands at 4 stars, reflecting results from on-site inspections conducted by state surveyors on behalf of CMS. The staffing rating is 3 stars, which is consistent with the national average and reflects reported nurse staffing levels relative to the facility's resident census. The quality measure rating is 4 stars, indicating performance on clinical care indicators that track outcomes such as resident mobility, medication management, and other measurable health metrics. Heritage House Rehabilitation & Health Care Center accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as payment sources, making it accessible to a broad range of residents. Medicare typically covers short-term skilled nursing and rehabilitation services following a qualifying hospital stay. Medicaid may cover longer-term custodial care for residents who meet financial eligibility requirements. Families and individuals researching this facility are advised to contact the facility directly or consult with a benefits counselor to confirm current coverage terms and availability. When compared to national benchmarks, Heritage House Rehabilitation & Health Care Center performs above average in overall rating, health inspections, and quality measures, while its staffing rating aligns with the national mean. The facility's 4-star overall rating places it among facilities that have demonstrated stronger performance across multiple CMS evaluation categories relative to the national standard. As a county government-operated facility in Fayette County, it represents one of the publicly administered options available to residents of the Connersville area seeking skilled nursing or rehabilitation services.