HILLCREST POST ACUTE

Hillcrest Post Acute is a skilled nursing facility located at 450 Hayes Lane in Petaluma, California, within Sonoma County. The facility operates with 59 certified beds and is structured as a for-profit limited liability company. It is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid residents. According to data from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, Hillcrest Post Acute holds an overall star rating of 5 out of 5, which is above the national average of 3.0 stars. This overall rating is derived from three component ratings. The health inspection rating stands at 4 out of 5 stars, reflecting the results of standard and complaint inspections conducted at the facility. The staffing rating is also 4 out of 5 stars, indicating the levels of nursing staff, including registered nurses and certified nursing assistants, relative to the resident population. The quality measure rating is 5 out of 5 stars, which is based on clinical data regarding resident health outcomes across a range of standard metrics tracked by CMS. Hillcrest Post Acute is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid, meaning the facility is eligible to receive reimbursement through both federal programs. Medicare typically covers short-term skilled nursing care following a qualifying hospital stay, while Medicaid may cover longer-term care for residents who meet financial and medical eligibility requirements. Residents and families are encouraged to contact the facility directly or consult with relevant state agencies to confirm current coverage and availability. In comparison to national averages, Hillcrest Post Acute performs above the baseline across all rated categories. The national average overall star rating is 3.0 stars, and this facility's overall rating of 5 stars places it in the higher tier of CMS-rated facilities nationwide. The health inspection and staffing ratings, both at 4 stars, are above the national average, while the quality measure rating of 5 stars represents a strong relative standing in that category. These ratings are based on data collected and published by CMS and are subject to change as new inspection cycles and reporting periods are completed. The CMS Nursing Home Care Compare database is the primary source for this information and is updated on a regular schedule.