ORCHARDS AT TULARE

Orchards at Tulare is a Medicare and Medicaid certified skilled nursing facility located at 604 E. Merritt Ave. in Tulare, California 93274. The facility operates under for-profit, limited liability company ownership and holds a certified bed capacity of 99 beds. It is an active provider serving residents in Tulare County. CMS assigns Orchards at Tulare an overall star rating of 2 out of 5, which falls below the national average of 3.0 stars. This overall rating is derived from three component ratings. The health inspection rating stands at 2 out of 5 stars, reflecting the outcomes of standard and complaint inspections conducted by state survey agencies on behalf of CMS. The staffing rating is 3 out of 5 stars, which aligns with the national average and represents the reported levels of nursing staff relative to the facility's resident census. The quality measure rating is 4 out of 5 stars, indicating that the facility performs above average on the clinical quality indicators used by CMS to assess resident outcomes and care processes. These metrics are drawn from CMS Nursing Home Care Compare data and are updated on a regular basis. Orchards at Tulare accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as payment sources, making it accessible to residents who rely on federal insurance programs for their care costs. Individuals seeking placement at this facility may wish to contact the facility directly at 559-686-1601 to confirm current bed availability, accepted insurance plans, and any private pay arrangements. Financial eligibility for Medicaid-covered skilled nursing care in California is administered through the Medi-Cal program, and prospective residents or their families may need to consult with a benefits counselor or social worker to determine coverage options. When compared to national benchmarks, Orchards at Tulare presents a mixed profile across its CMS rating components. The overall 2-star rating places the facility below the national average of 3.0 stars, and the 2-star health inspection rating similarly falls below that benchmark. The staffing rating of 3 stars is consistent with the national average, while the quality measure rating of 4 stars represents a relative strength, placing the facility above average on resident care outcome indicators. Prospective residents and their families are encouraged to review the full CMS Nursing Home Care Compare profile for this facility alongside other local options to make an informed placement decision based on individual care needs and priorities.