WILDWOOD HEALTHCARE CENTER

Wildwood Healthcare Center is a long-term care facility located at 7301 E 16th St in Indianapolis, Indiana (ZIP: 46219), within Marion County. The facility operates 160 certified beds and is classified as a for-profit corporation. It is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid residents. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) assigns star ratings to nursing facilities across several domains. Wildwood Healthcare Center holds an overall CMS rating of 2 stars, which falls below the national average of 3 stars. Individual domain ratings provide additional context. The health inspection rating stands at 3 stars, reflecting a performance at the national average based on inspection findings. The staffing rating is 1 star, the lowest rating possible, indicating staffing levels that fall significantly below national norms as measured by CMS methodology. The quality measure rating is 4 stars, indicating performance above the national average on the clinical quality indicators tracked by CMS. These domain ratings are drawn from CMS data and are updated periodically based on inspections, staffing reports, and quality measure calculations. Wildwood Healthcare Center accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as forms of payment, making it accessible to residents who qualify for either federal program. Individuals and families seeking placement at this facility should contact the facility directly at (317) 353-1290 to inquire about current availability, private pay options, and any additional accepted insurance arrangements. Coverage and admissions criteria may vary based on individual circumstances and current bed availability. When compared to national averages, Wildwood Healthcare Center presents a mixed profile across its rated domains. The overall 2-star rating places the facility below the national average of 3 stars. The staffing domain, rated at 1 star, represents the area of greatest concern relative to national benchmarks, as CMS uses staffing hours per resident per day as a key metric in this calculation. The quality measure rating of 4 stars is a notable strength, suggesting the facility performs above average on tracked clinical outcomes such as rates of hospitalizations, falls, pressure ulcers, and other resident health indicators. The health inspection rating of 3 stars aligns with the national average. Prospective residents and their representatives are encouraged to review the full CMS Nursing Home Care Compare profile for this facility, which includes detailed inspection reports and staffing data, to make well-informed decisions.