WATERS OF LAGRANGE SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE

The Waters of LaGrange Skilled Nursing Facility is a skilled nursing facility located at 787 N Detroit St in LaGrange, Indiana 46761. The facility operates under for-profit corporate ownership and maintains 100 certified beds. It is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid residents. The facility holds an overall CMS star rating of 2 out of 5, which falls below the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS star ratings are calculated using data across three component categories: health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. The Waters of LaGrange received a health inspection rating of 2 out of 5, indicating performance below the national average in that domain. The staffing rating of 1 out of 5 is the lowest rating available and reflects staffing levels that are substantially below national norms. In contrast, the quality measure rating of 5 out of 5 represents the highest available score in that category, indicating performance above the national average on clinical quality indicators. The overall rating reflects a weighted combination of these three components as defined by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. As a facility certified for both Medicare and Medicaid, The Waters of LaGrange is able to accept residents whose care is funded through either program. Medicare typically covers short-term skilled nursing care following a qualifying hospital stay, subject to specific eligibility criteria and duration limits. Medicaid coverage for long-term care is available to eligible residents who meet financial and clinical criteria as determined by the state of Indiana. Individuals seeking information about coverage eligibility are advised to consult with the facility's admissions staff or contact the relevant state and federal program offices directly. When considered in relation to national benchmarks, The Waters of LaGrange presents a mixed profile across its rated categories. The overall 2-star rating places the facility below the national average of 3.0 stars, driven in part by the 1-star staffing rating and the 2-star health inspection score. However, the 5-star quality measure rating distinguishes the facility in that specific domain, suggesting strong clinical outcomes data relative to national peers. Prospective residents and their families may find it useful to review each rating category independently when evaluating this facility. The facility can be reached by phone at (260) 463-2172 for additional information regarding services, admissions, and current availability.