WATERS OF PERU SKILLED NURSING FACILITY, THE

The Waters of Peru Skilled Nursing Facility is a for-profit, corporately owned skilled nursing facility located at 317 Blair Pike in Peru, Indiana, within Miami County. The facility operates 130 certified beds and holds certification for both Medicare and Medicaid, making it eligible to serve residents under either program. According to data published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, The Waters of Peru Skilled Nursing Facility holds an overall star rating of 4 out of 5, which is above the national average of 3.0 stars. The health inspection rating is 4 out of 5, reflecting the results of state and federal inspection surveys conducted at the facility. The quality measure rating is also 4 out of 5, indicating performance on clinical care metrics that CMS uses to assess resident outcomes. The staffing rating is 2 out of 5, which falls below the national average and reflects the reported levels of nursing and therapy staff relative to the resident census. The facility accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as payment sources. This dual certification means that residents who qualify for either federal program may be eligible to have their care costs covered under the applicable program guidelines. Individuals and families should contact the facility directly or consult with a benefits counselor to confirm current coverage specifics and any private pay requirements. When considered against national benchmarks, The Waters of Peru presents a mixed profile. Its overall, health inspection, and quality measure ratings all sit above the national average of 3.0 stars, suggesting relative strength in those measured areas. However, the staffing rating of 2 out of 5 is notably below the national average, which may be a relevant factor for those researching care options. CMS star ratings are one tool among several that can be used to compare nursing facilities, and they are updated periodically as new inspection and staffing data become available.