POLARIS HEALTHCARE AND REHABILITATION CENTER

21 W CLARKE AVENUE, MILFORD, Delaware 19963

Phone: (302) 503-7650

1/5Much Below Average

Verified Data

Sources: CMS Care CompareUpdated: April 2026How we compile →

Facility Report Card

Overall CMS rating is 1/5 stars — "Much Below Average."
Total nurse staffing of 3.6 hrs/resident/day is below the national average (~3.8).
Staff turnover rate of 71% is high, which may affect care continuity.
Has received 2 fines totaling $127,199 — review the penalties section for details.
89 deficiencies recorded, including 3 severe.
This facility has a Special Focus status: "SFF Candidate." CMS closely monitors these facilities.

CMS Star Ratings

Overall

Much Below Average

Health Inspection

Much Below Average

Staffing

Below Average

Quality Measures

Average

Staffing Data

Total Nurse Staffing (hrs/resident/day)	3.58
RN Staffing (hrs/resident/day)	0.71
Staff Turnover Rate	70.5%
Staffing Star Rating

Penalties & Fines

Fines

Total Fine Amount

$127,199

Deficiencies

Severe Deficiencies

Facility Details

Certified Beds	100
Average Residents/Day	91
Ownership Type	For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type	Medicare and Medicaid
Continuing Care Community	No
Resident & Family Council	Resident
Ownership Changed (12 mo)	No
Special Focus Status	SFF Candidate
CMS Certification #	085058

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall rating of POLARIS HEALTHCARE AND REHABILITATION CENTER?

POLARIS HEALTHCARE AND REHABILITATION CENTER has an overall CMS rating of 1 out of 5 stars, which is considered "Much Below Average." This composite score reflects health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures as reported by CMS Care Compare.

How many beds does POLARIS HEALTHCARE AND REHABILITATION CENTER have?

POLARIS HEALTHCARE AND REHABILITATION CENTER is a medium-sized facility with 100 certified beds and an average of 91 residents per day. It is located in MILFORD, Delaware.

What is the staffing level at POLARIS HEALTHCARE AND REHABILITATION CENTER?

POLARIS HEALTHCARE AND REHABILITATION CENTER provides 3.58 total nurse staffing hours per resident per day, which is near the national average. Registered Nurse (RN) hours are 0.71 per resident per day. The total nursing staff turnover rate is 70.5%.

Has POLARIS HEALTHCARE AND REHABILITATION CENTER received any fines or penalties?

Yes, POLARIS HEALTHCARE AND REHABILITATION CENTER has received 2 fines totaling $127,199 and 2 total penalties. The facility has 89 recorded deficiencies, including 3 severe.

What type of ownership is POLARIS HEALTHCARE AND REHABILITATION CENTER?

POLARIS HEALTHCARE AND REHABILITATION CENTER is classified as "For profit - Limited Liability company" by CMS.

Is POLARIS HEALTHCARE AND REHABILITATION CENTER Medicare or Medicaid certified?

POLARIS HEALTHCARE AND REHABILITATION CENTER is certified as "Medicare and Medicaid" by CMS. This means it participates in Medicare and Medicaid programs and must meet federal quality standards.

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