VETERANS HOME OF CALIFORNIA - FRESNO

Veterans Home of California, Fresno is a state government-owned skilled nursing facility located at 2811 W Cesar Chavez Blvd in Fresno, California (ZIP: 93706). The facility operates with 120 certified beds and is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid. As a state-operated institution, it serves veterans and is part of the California Department of Veterans Affairs network of care homes. The facility holds a 5-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), which places it in the highest rating tier on the standard 1-to-5-star scale. This overall rating is derived from three component measures. The health inspection rating stands at 4 stars, reflecting the results of state and federal inspection surveys conducted at the facility. The staffing rating is 5 stars, the highest possible score, indicating staffing levels that compare favorably to national benchmarks. The quality measure rating is also 5 stars, the highest tier, based on clinical data related to resident care outcomes. The national average overall CMS star rating for skilled nursing facilities is 3.0 stars, meaning this facility's overall rating of 5 stars is above that baseline. Veterans Home of California, Fresno accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as payment sources. As a government-operated state facility, it is specifically intended for eligible veterans, which may affect admission criteria and coverage considerations. Individuals seeking admission are advised to contact the facility directly at (559) 493-4400 to discuss eligibility requirements, coverage details, and availability. When compared to national averages, this facility performs above the mean across all three CMS rating categories. The national average overall rating of 3.0 stars serves as a midpoint benchmark, and a 5-star overall rating reflects performance in the upper tier of rated facilities nationwide. The staffing and quality measure components, both at 5 stars, indicate performance levels that exceed what is typical among skilled nursing facilities across the country. The health inspection rating of 4 stars is above average, though one tier below the top score. Prospective residents, family members, and referring professionals may use these CMS ratings as one reference point among several when evaluating skilled nursing facility options in the Fresno area.