KATHERINE HEALTHCARE

Katherine Healthcare is a skilled nursing facility located at 315 Alameda Avenue in Salinas, California, within Monterey County. The facility operates as a for-profit corporation and is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid. It has a total of 51 certified beds and is currently active. Katherine Healthcare holds an overall CMS star rating of 4 out of 5, which places it above the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS star ratings are based on three component domains: health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. The facility received a health inspection rating of 3 stars, indicating performance in line with national norms in that category. Its staffing rating is 5 stars, the highest possible rating, reflecting staffing levels that exceed national benchmarks. The quality measure rating is 3 stars, again consistent with national averages. These component ratings are determined using data reported to and collected by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Katherine Healthcare accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as payment sources, making it accessible to a broad range of residents who rely on federal and state insurance programs. Individuals and families seeking placement at this facility should contact the facility directly at (831) 424-1878 to inquire about current availability, private pay options, and any additional insurance arrangements that may be accepted. When compared to national averages, Katherine Healthcare presents a mixed profile across its three rating components. Its overall 4-star rating is above the national average of 3.0 stars, driven in large part by its 5-star staffing rating. The health inspection and quality measure ratings, each at 3 stars, are consistent with typical national performance. The facility's relatively small size, with 51 certified beds, positions it among smaller skilled nursing operations in California. Prospective residents and their families may use CMS data, including the Nursing Home Compare tool, to conduct further research and make comparisons with other facilities in the Salinas area and the broader Monterey County region.