HICKORY CREEK AT HUNTINGTON

Hickory Creek at Huntington is a for-profit, corporately owned skilled nursing facility located at 1425 Grant St in Huntington, Indiana (ZIP 46750). The facility operates 36 certified beds and is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid residents. It can be reached by phone at (260) 356-4867. CMS assigns Hickory Creek at Huntington an overall star rating of 5 out of 5, which places it above the national average of 3.0 stars. This overall rating is derived from three component ratings. The health inspection rating stands at 4 out of 5, reflecting findings from state and federal inspection surveys conducted at the facility. The staffing rating is 2 out of 5, indicating staffing levels that fall below the national average when measured against CMS benchmarks for registered nurse hours and total nurse staffing hours per resident per day. The quality measure rating is 5 out of 5, based on clinical data reported to CMS covering areas such as resident health outcomes and functional status indicators. Hickory Creek at Huntington accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as payment sources, making it accessible to residents who qualify for either federal program. Individuals seeking placement at this facility are advised to contact the facility directly or consult with a benefits counselor to confirm current coverage, bed availability, and any applicable private pay requirements or supplemental insurance considerations. When compared to national averages, Hickory Creek at Huntington presents a mixed profile across its component ratings. The overall 5-star rating exceeds the national average of 3.0 stars, driven in part by a strong quality measure score of 5 stars and a health inspection rating of 4 stars. The staffing rating of 2 stars, however, falls below the national norm, which may be a relevant consideration for those assessing the level of daily nursing contact available to residents. The facility's 36-bed capacity positions it as a smaller nursing home relative to the national median, which can have implications for resource allocation and community environment. Prospective residents and their families are encouraged to review the full CMS Nursing Home Care Compare profile for this facility to obtain the most current inspection reports, staffing data, and quality measure details before making care decisions.