MARINA GARDEN NURSING CENTER

Marina Garden Nursing Center is a licensed skilled nursing facility located at 3201 Fernside Blvd. in Alameda, California 94501. The facility operates 32 certified beds and is classified as a for-profit corporation. It is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid residents, making it eligible for a broad range of federally and state-funded care programs. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) assigns star ratings to nursing facilities on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 representing performance in the highest tier relative to other facilities in the state. Marina Garden Nursing Center holds an overall CMS star rating of 5, which places it above the national average of 3.0 stars. The health inspection rating, which reflects findings from on-site surveys conducted by state inspectors, also stands at 5 stars. The staffing rating, which measures the levels of nursing staff relative to the number of residents, is 3 stars, in line with the national average. The quality measure rating, which is based on clinical outcome data reported for residents, is also 3 stars, consistent with national norms. The elevated health inspection and overall ratings distinguish this facility from many others in its region and nationally. Marina Garden Nursing Center holds dual certification under Medicare and Medicaid. Medicare coverage at skilled nursing facilities typically applies to short-term rehabilitative stays following a qualifying hospital admission, subject to specific eligibility conditions and coverage limits. Medicaid coverage is available for qualifying low-income residents who meet California state eligibility criteria, and can apply to long-term custodial care. Prospective residents and their families are advised to confirm current accepted payment types directly with the facility by calling 510-523-2363, as coverage and availability can change. When compared to the national average overall star rating of 3.0, Marina Garden Nursing Center's overall rating of 5 stars indicates performance in the upper range of CMS-rated facilities nationwide. Its health inspection score of 5 stars further reflects a favorable survey history relative to state benchmarks. The staffing and quality measure ratings of 3 stars each are consistent with national norms, suggesting that staffing levels and clinical quality metrics are comparable to what is typical across the country. With 32 certified beds, Marina Garden Nursing Center is a smaller facility, which may influence staffing ratios, care delivery, and the overall environment for residents. All CMS ratings are updated periodically and reflect data collected during the relevant assessment periods.