The Californian

The Californian is a skilled nursing facility located at 2225 De La Vina Street in Santa Barbara, California 93105. The facility operates under for-profit corporate ownership and holds certification for both Medicare and Medicaid. It has a certified bed capacity of 68 beds, placing it among the smaller skilled nursing facilities in Santa Barbara County. According to data from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, The Californian 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 5 out of 5 stars, reflecting findings from onsite inspections conducted by state survey agencies. The staffing rating is 3 out of 5 stars, which falls in line with the national average and represents the levels of nursing staff relative to the facility's resident census. The quality measure rating is 4 out of 5 stars, which is above the national average and reflects performance on a set of clinical quality indicators drawn from resident assessment data. The Californian accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as forms of payment, making it accessible to residents who rely on federal health insurance programs or state and federally funded assistance. Individuals and families researching payment options are advised to contact the facility directly at (805) 682-1355 to confirm current accepted payment types, as coverage and availability may vary based on bed availability, room type, and individual eligibility. When compared against national benchmarks, The Californian performs above average in two of three CMS rating categories. Its overall 5-star rating places it above the national average of 3.0 stars. The health inspection rating of 5 stars is notably above the national average, while the staffing rating of 3 stars is consistent with the national average. The quality measure rating of 4 stars is above the national average. These data points are drawn from publicly available CMS records and are intended to serve as a factual reference for individuals researching skilled nursing facility options in the Santa Barbara, California area.