GRAND OAKS CARE

Grand Oaks Care is a licensed skilled nursing facility located at 897 North M Street in Tulare, California 93274. The facility operates with 99 certified beds and is structured as a for-profit limited liability company. Grand Oaks Care is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid, making it eligible to serve beneficiaries under each of those federal programs. The facility holds an overall CMS star rating of 3 out of 5, which aligns with the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS assigns these ratings based on three component areas. The health inspection rating for Grand Oaks Care is 3 stars, reflecting survey findings from state and federal inspection processes. The staffing rating is 2 stars, indicating staffing levels that fall below the national average when measured against expected staffing given the facility's resident population. The quality measure rating is 4 stars, meaning the facility performs above the national average across the clinical quality indicators that CMS tracks, such as rates of hospitalization, pressure ulcers, and use of antipsychotic medications. Grand Oaks Care accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as payment sources. Medicare typically covers short-term skilled nursing care following a qualifying hospital stay, subject to specific eligibility requirements and coverage limits. Medicaid may cover longer-term custodial care for residents who meet financial and clinical eligibility criteria under California's Medi-Cal program. Individuals and families seeking placement should verify current payment options and availability directly with the facility by contacting them at (559) 687-1340. When considered against national benchmarks, Grand Oaks Care presents a mixed profile. Its overall 3-star rating matches the national average, and its 4-star quality measure rating places it above average in that category. However, its 2-star staffing rating falls below the national norm, which may be a relevant factor for those evaluating the level of direct care provided to residents. The health inspection rating of 3 stars is consistent with average performance nationally. These ratings are updated periodically by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and reflect data collected through inspections, staffing records, and quality reporting measures. Prospective residents and their families are encouraged to review the full CMS Care Compare profile for Grand Oaks Care and to conduct on-site visits when assessing placement options.