Joshua Tree Post Acute

Joshua Tree Post Acute is a skilled nursing facility located at 8515 Cholla Ave in Yucca Valley, California (ZIP code 92284), within San Bernardino County. The facility operates as a for-profit limited liability company and is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid. It has a total of 47 certified beds, making it a relatively small facility in terms of capacity. According to CMS (Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services) data, Joshua Tree Post Acute holds an overall star rating of 4 out of 5, which is above the national average of 3.0 stars. The health inspection rating stands at 4 out of 5, also above the national baseline. The staffing rating is 3 out of 5, placing it at the national average. The quality measure rating is 3 out of 5, likewise in line with the national average. CMS star ratings are calculated using standardized criteria and are intended to provide a consistent framework for comparing nursing facilities across the country. Joshua Tree Post Acute is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid, meaning it may serve residents who rely on federal health insurance coverage through Medicare as well as those who qualify for the joint federal-state Medicaid program. Individuals and families seeking placement at this facility are encouraged to contact the facility directly at (760) 853-4760 to confirm current bed availability, accepted insurance plans, and any private pay arrangements. Payment policies and insurance acceptance can vary and are subject to change. In the context of national comparisons, Joshua Tree Post Acute performs above average in its overall CMS rating and health inspection rating, while its staffing and quality measure ratings align with national norms. The national overall average is 3.0 stars, so a rating of 4 in the overall category indicates a stronger performance relative to the broader national pool of skilled nursing facilities. The health inspection component, also rated at 4 stars, reflects the outcomes of state and federal inspection surveys conducted at the facility. Staffing and quality measure ratings at 3 stars suggest performance consistent with the national midpoint in those categories. As with all facilities listed in CMS data, these ratings are updated periodically and reflect information available at the time of the most recent reporting cycle. Prospective residents and their families are advised to review the most current CMS data and to conduct additional research when evaluating care options.