WATERS OF MUNCIE, THE

The Waters of Muncie is a government-owned, city/county-operated skilled nursing facility located at 2400 Chateau Dr in Muncie, Indiana (ZIP code 47303). The facility is situated in Delaware County and maintains 72 certified beds. It is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid residents, and operates as an active provider within those programs. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) assigns star ratings to nursing facilities on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 representing the highest performance. The Waters of Muncie holds an overall CMS star rating of 2 out of 5, which falls below the national average of 3.0 stars. The health inspection rating stands at 2 out of 5, also below the national average, reflecting findings from state inspections conducted on behalf of CMS. The staffing rating is 1 out of 5, the lowest possible score, indicating staffing levels that are significantly below national norms when adjusted for resident census and acuity. The quality measure rating, by contrast, is 5 out of 5, the highest possible score, reflecting strong performance on the clinical outcome indicators used by CMS to assess resident health and care processes. The Waters of Muncie is certified to accept payment through both Medicare and Medicaid programs. As a government-operated facility under city and county authority, it may serve residents whose care is funded through public insurance programs. Prospective residents or their representatives are advised to contact the facility directly at (765) 747-9044 to inquire about current bed availability, accepted payment types, and any private pay arrangements. When assessed against national benchmarks, the facility presents a mixed profile. The overall 2-star rating and the 1-star staffing rating both fall below the national average, while the 5-star quality measure rating stands as a notable strength relative to peers across the country. The health inspection rating of 2 stars also trails the national average. The combination of low staffing scores alongside high quality measure scores is an uncommon pattern and may reflect how the facility allocates its care resources. Those researching nursing home options in the Muncie, Indiana area can access the full CMS inspection reports, staffing data, and quality measure breakdowns through the Medicare Care Compare database for additional detail.