RIVER BEND NURSING CENTER

River Bend Nursing Center is a long-term care facility located at 2215 Oakmont Way in West Sacramento, California (ZIP code 95691), in Yolo County. The facility operates with 99 certified beds and is classified as a for-profit limited liability company. It is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid residents. According to data from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS), River Bend Nursing Center holds an overall star rating of 3 out of 5, which aligns with the national average of 3.0 stars. The health inspection rating is 3 out of 5, and the staffing rating is also 3 out of 5. The quality measure rating is 2 out of 5, falling below the national average. CMS star ratings are based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures reported by the facility. A 3-star overall rating indicates performance that meets the national midpoint benchmark, while a 2-star quality measure rating indicates performance below that benchmark. River Bend Nursing Center is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid, meaning the facility is authorized to accept residents whose care is funded through either of these federal and state programs. Individuals relying on Medicare for short-term skilled nursing care, or Medicaid for long-term custodial care, may be eligible for placement at this facility, subject to availability and individual eligibility determinations. Prospective residents or their representatives are advised to contact the facility directly at (916) 371-1890 to confirm current bed availability and accepted payment sources. When compared against national benchmarks, River Bend Nursing Center presents a mixed profile. The overall, health inspection, and staffing ratings each sit at 3 stars, consistent with the national average, suggesting performance in those areas that is neither notably above nor below the midpoint of CMS-rated facilities across the country. However, the 2-star quality measure rating indicates that on the specific clinical and care quality metrics tracked by CMS, this facility performs below the national average. Quality measures assessed by CMS typically include factors such as resident mobility, medication management, and rates of hospitalizations or infections. Families and individuals researching nursing care options in the West Sacramento area may find this data useful as one component of a broader evaluation process, which could also include direct facility visits and consultations with healthcare providers.