CHAPARRAL HOUSE

Chaparral House is a skilled nursing facility located at 1309 Allston Way in Berkeley, California, within Alameda County. The facility operates 49 certified beds and is classified as a non-profit corporation. It is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid residents. Chaparral House holds an overall CMS star rating of 5 out of 5, which places it above the national average of 3.0 stars. The CMS rating system evaluates facilities across three primary domains. The health inspection rating for this facility is 4 out of 5 stars, reflecting results from onsite inspections conducted by state surveyors. The staffing rating is 4 out of 5 stars, which is based on reported hours of care provided per resident per day by registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and certified nursing assistants. The quality measure rating is 5 out of 5 stars, derived from clinical data reported on a range of resident health outcomes such as mobility, medication management, and hospitalization rates. Chaparral House is certified to accept payment through both Medicare and Medicaid programs. This dual certification indicates that the facility meets federal requirements for participation in both programs. Individuals whose care is covered under Medicare Part A, typically following a qualifying hospital stay, may be eligible for short-term skilled nursing services at this facility. Medicaid coverage for long-term care is subject to individual eligibility requirements determined by the state of California. Families and individuals are advised to contact the facility directly at (510) 848-8774 to confirm current availability and accepted payment arrangements. When compared to the national average overall star rating of 3.0, Chaparral House performs above average across all measured categories. Its overall rating of 5 stars, combined with a quality measure rating of 5 stars and staffing and health inspection ratings of 4 stars each, reflects performance that exceeds typical benchmarks used by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. These ratings are based on data reported to and collected by CMS and are intended to assist consumers and families in comparing nursing facilities. Ratings are updated periodically and may not reflect the most recent operational changes at the facility. Prospective residents and their families are encouraged to review the most current CMS data and to conduct in-person visits when evaluating long-term care options.