BRICKYARD HEALTHCARE - TWELFTH STREET CARE CENTER

Brickyard Healthcare - Twelfth Street Care Center is a skilled nursing facility located at 811 E 12th Street in Mishawaka, Indiana (zip code 46544), within St. Joseph County. The facility operates 87 certified beds and is classified as a for-profit corporate entity. 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. Brickyard Healthcare - Twelfth Street Care Center holds an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars, which falls below the national average of 3 stars. The health inspection rating is 2 out of 5 stars, indicating that state inspection results are below the national average in this category. The staffing rating is 1 out of 5 stars, the lowest rating on the scale, reflecting staffing levels that are considerably below national norms. The quality measure rating, however, stands at 5 out of 5 stars, the highest rating possible, indicating that clinical quality measures for this facility are above the national average. CMS quality measures assess outcomes and clinical processes such as rates of hospital readmission, medication use, and resident functional status. Regarding payment options, Brickyard Healthcare - Twelfth Street Care Center is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid, making it accessible to residents who rely on federal health insurance programs. Prospective residents or their representatives are advised to contact the facility directly at (574) 259-1917 to inquire about private pay options, insurance acceptance, and current bed availability. When compared against national averages, the facility presents a mixed profile. The overall 2-star rating and the below-average ratings in health inspections and staffing indicate areas where the facility does not meet typical national benchmarks. Staffing levels, in particular, receive the lowest possible rating, which may be a significant consideration for those evaluating care needs. In contrast, the 5-star quality measure rating is a notable distinction, suggesting that certain measurable clinical outcomes at this facility are performing at a high level relative to peers nationwide. Those researching nursing facility options in the Mishawaka and broader St. Joseph County area may wish to weigh these individual domain ratings alongside the overall score when making care decisions.