LINCOLN MEADOWS CARE CENTER

Lincoln Meadows Care Center is a licensed skilled nursing facility located at 1550 Third Street in Lincoln, California, within Placer County. The facility operates with 97 certified beds and is classified as a for-profit limited liability company. It is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid residents. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) assigns star ratings to nursing facilities based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Lincoln Meadows Care Center holds an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which is above the national average of 3.0 stars. The health inspection rating stands at 3 out of 5 stars, reflecting inspection findings that are in line with the national average. The staffing rating is 4 out of 5 stars, indicating staffing levels that are above the national average. The quality measure rating is 5 out of 5 stars, the highest rating available, which reflects performance on clinical quality indicators tracked by CMS across all certified nursing facilities. Lincoln Meadows Care Center is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid reimbursement. Medicare coverage at skilled nursing facilities is generally available for qualifying short-term skilled care following a hospital stay. Medicaid coverage may be available for residents who meet financial and clinical eligibility criteria under California's Medi-Cal program. Individuals seeking information about coverage eligibility are encouraged to contact the facility directly at (916) 645-7761 or consult with a benefits counselor familiar with California state programs. When compared against national benchmarks, Lincoln Meadows Care Center performs above average in several key CMS categories. Its overall 4-star rating places it above the national average of 3.0 stars. The 5-star quality measure rating is particularly notable as it represents the highest tier in that category. The 4-star staffing rating also exceeds the national average, while the 3-star health inspection rating falls at approximately the national average level. Together, these ratings offer a data-driven reference point for families and individuals researching skilled nursing options in the Lincoln, California area. All CMS ratings are updated periodically based on inspection cycles and reported data, and current information can also be accessed through the CMS Care Compare database.