THE SEQUOIAS

The Sequoias is a Medicare-certified skilled nursing facility located at 501 Portola Road in Portola Valley, California, within San Mateo County. The facility operates under non-profit corporate ownership and maintains a certified bed capacity of 43 beds. As an active provider, The Sequoias participates in the Medicare program and serves residents requiring skilled nursing and rehabilitative care. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) assigns star ratings to skilled nursing facilities based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. The Sequoias holds an overall CMS rating of 5 stars, which represents the highest tier in the five-point scale. The facility also receives 5 stars in each of the three individual rating categories: health inspections, staffing, and quality measures. The national average overall star rating for skilled nursing facilities is 3.0 stars, providing a reference point for comparison. The health inspection rating of 5 stars reflects findings from standard surveys conducted by state inspectors on behalf of CMS, including the frequency, scope, and severity of any deficiencies identified during the review period. The staffing rating of 5 stars is based on reported hours of nursing care provided per resident per day, adjusted for resident acuity using CMS methodology. The quality measure rating of 5 stars reflects performance across a set of clinical indicators that assess resident outcomes and care processes. Regarding payment, The Sequoias is certified to accept Medicare. Prospective residents and their families should contact the facility directly at 650-851-1501 to confirm current acceptance of Medicaid, private insurance, or private-pay arrangements, as coverage and availability may vary based on individual circumstances and bed availability. In comparison to national averages, The Sequoias performs above the 3.0-star national mean across all CMS rating categories. The facility's 43-bed capacity places it among smaller skilled nursing operations, which may affect staffing ratios, care coordination, and the overall environment of care. All ratings are based on CMS data and reflect conditions as of the most recent reporting period. Interested parties are encouraged to consult the CMS Care Compare database and contact the facility directly for the most current information regarding services, availability, and admission criteria.