River City Post Acute

River City Post Acute is a skilled nursing facility located at 2540 Carmichael Way in Carmichael, California (ZIP code 95608), within Sacramento County. The facility operates 178 certified beds and is classified as a for-profit corporate entity. It is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid patients. CMS assigns River City Post Acute an overall star rating of 1 out of 5, which falls below the national average of 3.0 stars. The CMS Five-Star Quality Rating System evaluates nursing homes across three primary domains. The health inspection rating for this facility is 1 out of 5, reflecting findings from standard and complaint inspections conducted by state surveyors. The staffing rating is 2 out of 5, which considers the levels of registered nurse, licensed practical nurse, and certified nursing aide hours provided per resident per day, adjusted for patient acuity. The quality measure rating is 3 out of 5, which is based on clinical data reported for residents across multiple care categories including mobility, pain management, and hospitalizations. Each of these component ratings contributes to the overall CMS score. River City Post Acute holds dual certification under Medicare and Medicaid, meaning it is authorized to bill both federal programs for covered post-acute and long-term care services. Medicare typically covers short-term skilled nursing care following a qualifying hospital stay, subject to eligibility requirements and benefit period limitations. Medicaid coverage for long-term care is subject to California eligibility criteria and may cover extended stays for residents who qualify based on financial and functional need. Residents or responsible parties seeking information about coverage specifics should consult directly with the facility's billing department or a benefits counselor. When compared to national benchmarks, River City Post Acute presents ratings that are below average in two of the three CMS rating categories. The overall 1-star rating and the 1-star health inspection rating are notably lower than the national average overall rating of 3.0 stars. The 2-star staffing rating also falls below the national midpoint. The quality measure rating of 3 stars aligns with the national average in that category. These ratings are updated periodically by CMS based on new inspection data, staffing payroll records, and quality measure submissions. Individuals researching this facility are encouraged to review the most current data available through the CMS Care Compare database for the latest information.