BELMONT HEALTHCARE CENTER

Belmont Healthcare Center is a skilled nursing facility located at 2140 Carlmont Drive in Belmont, California, within San Mateo County. The facility operates 74 certified beds and is classified as a for-profit corporate entity. It is certified to serve both Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) assigns star ratings to nursing facilities on a scale of 1 to 5, with higher ratings indicating better performance relative to other facilities nationally. Belmont Healthcare Center holds an overall CMS star rating of 5, which places it above the national average of 3.0 stars. This overall rating is derived from three component categories. The health inspection rating stands at 4 stars, reflecting survey and inspection findings conducted by state agencies on behalf of CMS. The staffing rating is 2 stars, indicating staffing levels that fall below national averages for both registered nurse hours and total nurse staffing hours per resident per day. The quality measure rating is 5 stars, based on clinical data related to resident health outcomes across multiple standardized indicators. Belmont Healthcare Center accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as payment sources, making it accessible to a range of residents with different coverage types. Individuals and families seeking placement at this facility are encouraged to contact the facility directly at (650) 591-9601 to inquire about current bed availability, private pay rates, and any additional accepted insurance or payment arrangements. When assessed against national benchmarks, Belmont Healthcare Center presents a mixed profile across its component ratings. The overall 5-star rating and the 5-star quality measure rating both exceed the national average, while the 2-star staffing rating falls below it. The health inspection rating of 4 stars is above the national average. Prospective residents and their families may wish to consider each component rating individually, as they reflect distinct aspects of facility operations. Staffing levels, in particular, can affect the consistency and frequency of direct care provided to residents. CMS updates these ratings periodically, and the most current data can be accessed through the CMS Care Compare tool for ongoing reference.