BARTON HOSPITAL D/P SNF

Barton Hospital D/P SNF is a skilled nursing facility located at 2170 South Avenue in South Lake Tahoe, California (ZIP code 96150), in El Dorado County. The facility operates as a non-profit corporation and is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid. It has a total of 48 certified beds and can be reached by phone at (530) 543-5885. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) assigns star ratings to skilled nursing facilities across several categories. Barton Hospital D/P SNF holds an overall CMS star rating of 4 out of 5, which is above the national average of 3.0 stars. The individual domain ratings show notable variation. The health inspection rating stands at 2 out of 5 stars, which falls below the national average and reflects findings from recent state and federal inspection surveys. In contrast, the staffing rating is 5 out of 5 stars, the highest possible score, indicating staffing levels that surpass national benchmarks when adjusted for resident census and acuity. The quality measure rating is also 5 out of 5 stars, reflecting performance on clinical quality indicators that track outcomes such as resident mobility, medication management, and other care-related metrics. Barton Hospital D/P SNF is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid as forms of payment. Medicare typically covers short-term skilled nursing care following a qualifying hospital stay, subject to specific eligibility requirements and coverage limits. Medicaid coverage for long-term care is subject to California state program guidelines and individual financial eligibility. Prospective residents and their families are advised to contact the facility directly to confirm current payment options, bed availability, and any applicable private pay arrangements. When considered in the context of national performance data, Barton Hospital D/P SNF presents a mixed profile. Its overall 4-star rating places it above the national average of 3.0 stars. The staffing and quality measure ratings, both at 5 stars, indicate performance well above typical national levels in those categories. The health inspection rating of 2 stars, however, falls below the national norm, suggesting that inspection-related findings warrant review by those researching the facility. CMS updates these ratings periodically based on new inspection data, staffing reports, and quality measure calculations, so current figures should be verified through official CMS sources for the most up-to-date information.