LIFE CARE CENTER OF LAGRANGE

Life Care Center of LaGrange is a government-owned, county-operated skilled nursing facility located in LaGrange, Indiana, at 0770 North 075 East, ZIP code 46761. The facility maintains 87 certified beds and holds dual certification for both Medicare and Medicaid programs. As a county government facility, it operates under public ownership, distinguishing it from privately owned or nonprofit nursing homes in the region. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) assigns star ratings to nursing facilities on a scale of one to five, with five representing the highest performance. Life Care Center of LaGrange holds an overall CMS rating of 4 stars, placing it above the national average of 3.0 stars. The health inspection rating stands at 4 stars, reflecting survey results from state and federal inspections that assess regulatory compliance and resident care standards. The staffing rating is 3 stars, which aligns with the national average and represents the reported levels of nursing staff, including registered nurses and certified nursing assistants, relative to resident census. The quality measure rating is 4 stars, indicating performance on clinical indicators such as rates of falls, pressure ulcers, and other measurable resident health outcomes. Life Care Center of LaGrange is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid as forms of payment. Medicare typically covers short-term skilled nursing or rehabilitation stays following a qualifying hospital admission, subject to specific eligibility requirements and time limitations. Medicaid coverage for long-term care is available for residents who meet Indiana state income and asset criteria. Individuals and families seeking admission are advised to contact the facility directly at (260) 463-7445 to confirm current bed availability, private pay rates, and insurance acceptance policies, as these may change over time. Compared to the national average overall rating of 3.0 stars, Life Care Center of LaGrange performs above average across most measured domains. Its overall and health inspection ratings of 4 stars each, combined with a quality measure rating of 4 stars, suggest performance levels that exceed the midpoint benchmark used by CMS for national comparison. The staffing rating of 3 stars is consistent with national norms, indicating staffing levels that fall within the average range reported by similar facilities across the country. LaGrange County is a rural county in northeastern Indiana, and this facility represents one option for skilled nursing care in that geographic area. Prospective residents, families, and care coordinators are encouraged to use CMS data alongside direct facility visits and consultations when evaluating care options.