Kingston Health Center of Fort Wayne

Kingston Health Center of Fort Wayne is a for-profit, corporate-owned skilled nursing facility located at 1010 W Washington Center Rd in Fort Wayne, Indiana (Allen County, ZIP 46825). The facility operates 137 certified beds and is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries. It is currently listed as an active provider in the CMS national database. CMS assigns Kingston Health Center of Fort Wayne an overall star rating of 3 out of 5, which aligns with the national average of 3.0 stars. This composite rating is derived from three component domains. The health inspection rating stands at 2 out of 5, falling below the national benchmark and reflecting findings from standard state inspections and complaint investigations conducted on-site. The staffing rating is 3 out of 5, indicating staffing levels and nurse hours per resident day that are in line with typical national figures. The quality measure rating is 5 out of 5, the highest score available, suggesting that the facility performs strongly across the clinical quality indicators used by CMS to assess resident outcomes and care processes. With respect to payment options, Kingston Health Center of Fort Wayne holds dual certification for both Medicare and Medicaid. This means the facility is authorized to bill Medicare for qualifying short-term skilled nursing and rehabilitation stays, and to accept Medicaid for residents who meet eligibility requirements for long-term care coverage. Individuals and families seeking placement should verify current bed availability and specific coverage details directly with the facility and their respective insurance or benefits administrators. When compared to national averages, Kingston Health Center of Fort Wayne presents a mixed performance profile. Its overall 3-star rating places it at the national midpoint. The 2-star health inspection rating is a notable area where the facility falls short of average, while the 5-star quality measure rating distinguishes it as a strong performer in clinical outcome metrics relative to most facilities across the country. The 3-star staffing rating reflects average performance in that domain. Taken together, these ratings provide a data-driven reference point for those researching nursing home options in the Fort Wayne, Indiana area.