GARFIELD NEUROBEHAVIORAL CENTER

Garfield Neurobehavioral Center is a skilled nursing facility located at 1451 28th Avenue in Oakland, California, within Alameda County. The facility operates with 96 certified beds and is classified as a for-profit corporation. It holds active certification and specializes in neurobehavioral care, serving the broader Oakland metropolitan area. CMS assigns Garfield Neurobehavioral Center an overall star rating of 3 out of 5, which aligns with the national average of 3.0 stars. This composite rating is derived from three individual domain ratings. The health inspection rating stands at 2 out of 5 stars, falling below the national average and reflecting findings from state and federal inspection surveys. The staffing rating is 5 out of 5 stars, indicating staffing levels that exceed national benchmarks across nursing and aide categories. The quality measure rating is 4 out of 5 stars, representing performance above the national average on clinical quality indicators such as rehospitalization rates, functional assessments, and other resident outcome measures. Garfield Neurobehavioral Center is classified as a Medicaid facility, meaning it accepts Medicaid as a payment source for eligible residents. Families and care coordinators should contact the facility directly at (510) 261-9191 to confirm current availability of Medicare, Medicaid, or private pay arrangements, as coverage details and bed availability can change. Financial eligibility requirements and benefit coordination vary by payer source and individual circumstance. When considered against national averages, Garfield Neurobehavioral Center presents a mixed profile across its rated domains. Its overall 3-star rating places it at the national midpoint. The staffing domain is a notable area of strength, with a 5-star rating indicating higher-than-average nurse and aide staffing levels. The quality measure rating of 4 stars also positions the facility above the national norm in resident care outcomes. The health inspection rating of 2 stars, however, falls below the national average, suggesting areas of concern identified through the formal inspection process. Prospective residents and their representatives are encouraged to review the full CMS inspection report, available through the Medicare Care Compare tool, to assess specific findings in detail before making care placement decisions.