PROVIDENCE VALDEZ MEDICAL CENTER

Providence Valdez Medical Center is a skilled nursing facility located at 911 Meals Avenue in Valdez, Alaska, within Chugach County. The facility operates under government city ownership and is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid. It maintains 10 certified beds, making it one of the smaller nursing care facilities in its region. The facility 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 is also 2 out of 5, reflecting findings from the most recent standard surveys and any complaint investigations conducted by state inspectors. The quality measure rating stands at 4 out of 5, indicating performance on clinical quality indicators that is above the national average. A staffing rating is not available for this facility, meaning comparative staffing data could not be calculated for the current reporting period. CMS star ratings are updated periodically and are drawn from inspection records, staffing data, and quality measure reports submitted to the federal government. Providence Valdez Medical Center accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as forms of payment. As a dually certified facility, it is able to serve residents whose care is covered under federal Medicare benefits as well as those who qualify for state and federally funded Medicaid programs. Individuals seeking information about private pay options or other insurance coverage should contact the facility directly at 907-834-1825. When considered alongside national benchmarks, Providence Valdez Medical Center presents a mixed profile. Its overall star rating of 2 and health inspection rating of 2 are both below the national average of 3.0 stars, suggesting areas where performance metrics trail those of typical nursing facilities across the country. The quality measure rating of 4, however, indicates that clinical outcomes tracked by CMS are above average for this facility. The absence of a staffing rating limits a full comparison on that dimension. As a small, government-operated facility in a geographically remote area of Alaska, its operational context may differ substantially from facilities in more densely populated regions. Prospective residents and families are encouraged to review all available CMS data, conduct on-site visits, and consult with healthcare professionals when evaluating care options.