SKYLINE HEALTHCARE CENTER - SAN JOSE

Skyline Healthcare Center is a skilled nursing facility located at 2065 Forest Avenue in San Jose, California, within Santa Clara County. The facility operates 253 certified beds and is classified as a for-profit partnership. It is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid residents. The facility holds an overall CMS star rating of 1 out of 5, which falls below the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS star ratings are calculated based on three component domains: health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Skyline Healthcare Center received a 1-star rating in health inspections, reflecting a lower performance level in that domain relative to other facilities nationwide. In contrast, the facility received a 4-star rating for staffing, indicating staffing levels that compare favorably to the national average. The quality measure rating also stands at 4 stars, suggesting performance on clinical quality indicators that ranks above the national norm. These component ratings are assigned by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and are updated on a regular basis as new data becomes available. Skyline Healthcare Center accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as payment sources, making it accessible to residents who rely on federal or state-funded insurance programs. Prospective residents and their families should contact the facility directly at (408) 280-2500 to confirm current bed availability, accepted insurance plans, and any applicable private pay arrangements. Payment policies and program participation are subject to change, and direct verification with the facility is recommended. When considered alongside national benchmarks, Skyline Healthcare Center presents a mixed profile. Its overall 1-star rating places it below the national average of 3.0 stars, driven substantially by its 1-star health inspection score. However, its 4-star ratings in both staffing and quality measures indicate above-average performance in those specific categories. The gap between the health inspection rating and the other component ratings is a notable characteristic of this facility's CMS data profile. Individuals seeking detailed inspection reports, staffing hours per resident per day, or specific quality measure data can access the full CMS Nursing Home Care Compare database for additional information.