RIDGECREST POST ACUTE

Ridgecrest Post Acute is a skilled nursing and post-acute care facility located at 16640 North 38th Street in Phoenix, Arizona (85032), within Maricopa County. The facility operates with 200 certified beds and is organized under a for-profit limited liability company ownership structure. It is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid residents. The facility holds an overall CMS star rating of 4 out of 5, which is above the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS star ratings are calculated based on three component areas: health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Ridgecrest Post Acute receives a health inspection rating of 3 stars, indicating performance near the national average in that domain. The staffing rating of 2 stars falls below the national average, reflecting lower measured staffing levels relative to peer facilities. The quality measure rating of 5 stars is the highest available score and indicates performance above the national average across the clinical quality indicators tracked by CMS. These component ratings are derived from data submitted to and assessed by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Ridgecrest Post Acute holds dual certification under Medicare and Medicaid, meaning it is able to provide services to residents covered under either federal program. Individuals covered by Medicare may be eligible for short-term skilled nursing or rehabilitation services following a qualifying hospital stay, subject to coverage guidelines. Medicaid coverage for long-term care services is subject to Arizona state eligibility requirements. Prospective residents and their families are advised to confirm current payment options and coverage details directly with the facility and their respective insurance or benefits programs. When compared to the national average overall star rating of 3.0 stars, Ridgecrest Post Acute's overall rating of 4 stars places it above the national baseline. The facility's quality measure rating of 5 stars is a notable component of this overall performance, while the staffing rating of 2 stars represents an area where the facility scores below the national norm. The health inspection rating of 3 stars is consistent with the national average. These ratings are updated periodically by CMS and reflect data from specific reporting windows, so they may not capture the most recent operational changes at the facility. The facility can be reached by phone at (602) 482-6671 for direct inquiries regarding services, availability, and admissions.