Is CMS Rating Important when Choosing the Right Nursing Home?

When researching senior living communities, keep in mind that not all are created equal. For comparing the quality of senior healthcare across skilled nursing centers, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) developed a rating system. An organization that receives a 5-Star CMS rating is considered the best in its field.

The elements of a healthcare facility evaluated by CMS are health inspections, quality of care, staffing, and claims. These are all individually rated. Based on these ratings, an overall star rating is calculated, which is typically one of the first points of reference for seniors researching Medicare nursing care.

Health Inspections:

The state inspection and complaint investigation reports from the three most recent years. Among these are health inspections, fire safety inspections, and health code violations.

Quality of Care:

The number of hours each resident receives care from a skilled nursing staff member and the total amount of hours staff members work directly with individual residents.

Staffing:

The quality of care for each individual resident is assessed by the skilled care provider based on 17 different physical and clinical measures for each resident’s needs.

A wide variety of options are available, but you must choose a community that meets the lifestyle and needs of your loved one. Consider all the options carefully before making a decision. Taking a proactive approach and researching the CMS rating before scheduling an on-site visit will increase your chance of finding the right facility.

Liberty Healthcare Center, located in Liberty, Texas, is 5-star CMS Rated nursing home. Using a family approach, we provide care tailored to meet the highest standards. Find out if our nursing home is right for you and contact us for a FREE care consultation.