BERKELEY PINES SKILLED NURSING CENTER

Berkeley Pines Skilled Nursing Center is a for-profit, corporate-owned skilled nursing facility located at 2223 Ashby Avenue in Berkeley, California (ZIP code 94705). The facility operates 36 certified beds and is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid residents. It is situated in Alameda County and can be reached by phone at (510) 649-6670. CMS assigns Berkeley Pines Skilled Nursing Center an overall star rating of 1 out of 5, which falls below the national average of 3.0 stars. This overall rating is derived from three component ratings. The health inspection rating stands at 2 out of 5, reflecting findings from state and federal inspections conducted over a recent three-year period. The staffing rating is 1 out of 5, which accounts for the reported levels of nursing staff, including registered nurses and certified nursing assistants, relative to the facility's resident population. The quality measure rating is 4 out of 5, which is based on clinical data related to resident health outcomes across a range of standardized measures. Each of these component ratings is calculated independently by CMS and contributes to the overall composite score. Berkeley Pines Skilled Nursing Center is certified to accept payment through both Medicare and Medicaid programs. This dual certification indicates that the facility meets federal requirements to serve residents whose care is funded through either program. Individuals and families considering this facility are advised to contact the facility directly or consult with a benefits counselor to confirm current payment acceptance, bed availability, and any additional costs that may apply beyond standard program coverage. When considered against national benchmarks, Berkeley Pines Skilled Nursing Center presents a mixed profile. Its overall rating of 1 star and staffing rating of 1 star are notably below the national average, while its quality measure rating of 4 stars is above average. The health inspection rating of 2 stars is also below the national average of 3.0 stars. Prospective residents and their representatives may wish to review the full CMS Nursing Home Care Compare profile, state inspection reports, and any applicable ombudsman records to develop a thorough understanding of the facility's performance history before making care decisions.