WATERS OF HARTFORD CITY SKILLED NURSING FACILITY

Waters of Hartford City Skilled Nursing Facility is a long-term care and skilled nursing facility located at 0548 S 100 W in Hartford City, Indiana (ZIP code 47348), within Blackford County. The facility operates 65 certified beds and is classified as a for-profit corporation. It is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid residents. The facility holds an overall CMS star rating of 5 out of 5, which places it above the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS star ratings are assigned by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services based on three component areas: health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Waters of Hartford City received a 5-star rating in both the health inspection and quality measure categories. The staffing rating stands at 2 out of 5 stars, which falls below the national average. Staffing ratings reflect the levels of nursing staff, including registered nurses and certified nursing assistants, relative to the number of residents. The health inspection rating is based on findings from state surveys and complaint investigations conducted on-site. The quality measure rating reflects clinical data related to resident outcomes across multiple care indicators. Waters of Hartford City Skilled Nursing Facility is certified to participate in both Medicare and Medicaid programs. Medicare typically covers short-term skilled nursing care following a qualifying hospital stay, subject to eligibility requirements and duration limits. Medicaid coverage is available for longer-term custodial care for residents who meet financial and clinical eligibility criteria as determined by the state of Indiana. Individuals seeking specific information about coverage, costs, or enrollment should consult directly with the facility or the relevant government programs. When compared to the national average overall star rating of 3.0 stars, Waters of Hartford City performs above average at the overall level, driven by strong ratings in health inspections and quality measures. The staffing rating of 2 stars represents a notable area where the facility falls below national norms. Prospective residents and their families may wish to consider the full picture of all three rating components, alongside direct communication with the facility, when evaluating care options. The facility can be reached by phone at (765) 348-1072.