SURPRISE VALLEY COMMUNITY HOSPITAL D/P SNF

Surprise Valley Community Hospital D/P SNF is a skilled nursing facility located at 741 N. Main Street in Cedarville, California 96104, within Modoc County. The facility operates 22 certified beds and is classified under government ownership, specifically as a hospital district. It is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid, functioning as a distinct-part skilled nursing facility attached to a community hospital. The facility holds an overall CMS star rating of 4 out of 5, which is above the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS ratings are derived from three primary domains: health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Surprise Valley Community Hospital D/P SNF received a 4-star rating in health inspections, indicating performance above the national baseline in that category. Its quality measure rating is 5 stars, the highest tier available, reflecting favorable performance on clinical outcome indicators used by CMS to assess resident care. The staffing rating, however, is 1 star, the lowest tier, which indicates staffing levels that fall below national norms as measured by CMS methodology. This includes metrics such as registered nurse hours and total nurse staffing hours per resident per day. The facility accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as payment sources, making it accessible to residents who qualify for either federal program. Individuals and families exploring coverage options are advised to contact the facility directly at (530) 279-6111 to verify current bed availability and specific coverage details. As a government-operated, hospital-district facility, it may also follow policies and procedures distinct from privately owned or nonprofit skilled nursing facilities in the region. When compared to national averages, Surprise Valley Community Hospital D/P SNF presents a mixed profile. Its overall 4-star rating places it above the national average of 3.0 stars. The 5-star quality measure rating is a notable data point, reflecting strong performance in the clinical indicators CMS tracks for resident outcomes. The 4-star health inspection rating similarly exceeds the national norm. The 1-star staffing rating, however, represents a significant deviation below the national average and may be a relevant factor for those comparing facilities based on staffing intensity. As a small, rural facility with 22 certified beds located in a remote area of northeastern California, operational context may differ considerably from larger urban or suburban skilled nursing facilities.