2801 W. 6TH Street, Wilmington, DE 19805 · New Castle County
At Excelcare at Wilmington, we know care is personal. Our caregivers see people, not patients, and treat your family as their own—because they are.
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Typically 92% full (138 of 150 beds occupied on an average day).
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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
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Excelcare at Wilmington LLC is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Wilmington, DE, with 150 certified beds and an average of about 138 residents per day. It operates as part of the Excelcare network.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.66 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.70 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 31.3%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 3 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $38,290 in the recent record. Note: CMS has flagged this facility with an abuse icon. We strongly recommend reviewing the full inspection report and discussing it on any tour.
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
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| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $13,830–$16,830/mo (median $14,930) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Wilmington prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (22 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
Notify the appropriate authorities when residents with MD or ID services has a significant change in condition.
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-03-01 | Fine | $38,290 |
2801 W. 6TH Street, Wilmington, DE
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Talk to an advisor about this communityExcelcare at Wilmington LLC does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Wilmington, DE area typically runs $13,830–$16,830 per month (median $14,930, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
Medicare (CMS) rates Excelcare at Wilmington LLC 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
Staff provide about 3.66 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 31.3% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
Excelcare at Wilmington LLC has 22 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-03-13). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Typically 92% full (138 of 150 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
Excelcare at Wilmington LLC in Wilmington, DE offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 150 beds.
Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.
Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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