MODOC MEDICAL CENTER D/P SNF

Modoc Medical Center D/P SNF is a skilled nursing facility located at 228 W McDowell Ave in Alturas, California, within Modoc County. The facility operates with 84 certified beds and is classified as a for-profit corporation. It is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid residents. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) assigns star ratings to skilled nursing facilities based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Modoc Medical Center D/P SNF holds an overall CMS rating of 5 stars, which is above the national average of 3.0 stars. The health inspection domain, which reflects findings from state surveys and complaint investigations, is rated at 5 stars. The staffing domain, which accounts for the levels of nursing and therapy staff relative to the resident population, is rated at 4 stars. The quality measure domain, which is based on clinical indicators such as resident health outcomes and functional status, is rated at 2 stars, placing that specific component below the national average. As a facility certified under both Medicare and Medicaid, Modoc Medical Center D/P SNF is eligible to receive payment from both federal programs. Medicare typically covers short-term skilled nursing care following a qualifying hospital stay, subject to eligibility requirements and benefit period limitations. Medicaid may cover longer-term custodial care for residents who meet financial and clinical eligibility criteria as determined by the state of California. Individuals and families are advised to contact the facility directly or consult with a benefits counselor to confirm current coverage details and availability. When compared to national benchmarks, this facility's overall 5-star rating and 5-star health inspection rating are notably above the national average of 3.0 stars. The staffing rating of 4 stars also exceeds the national average. The quality measure rating of 2 stars falls below the national average, indicating that certain clinical outcome metrics reported by the facility are lower than those seen at a typical nursing home nationwide. This distinction between domain-level ratings and the overall composite rating is relevant context for those researching care options in the Alturas area. The facility can be reached by phone at (530) 233-5131 for additional information regarding services, admission, and availability.