SKYLINE TRANSITIONAL CARE CENTER

Skyline Transitional Care Center is a skilled nursing facility located at 1001 South Hilton Street in Boise, Idaho 83705, situated within Ada County. The facility operates 111 certified beds and is classified as a for-profit corporation. It is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid residents, making it one of the dually certified providers in the Boise area. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) assigns star ratings to nursing facilities on a scale of 1 to 5, where higher numbers indicate better performance relative to other facilities nationally. Skyline Transitional Care Center holds an overall CMS star rating of 2 out of 5, which falls below the national average of 3.0 stars. The facility's individual domain ratings vary across categories. The health inspection rating stands at 3 stars, reflecting performance near the national midpoint based on findings from state survey inspections. The staffing rating is 1 star, indicating staffing levels that are significantly below national norms when accounting for both the number of staff and the acuity of residents. The quality measure rating is 4 stars, which represents above-average performance on clinical outcome indicators such as rates of hospitalizations, falls, and other measurable resident health benchmarks. Skyline Transitional Care Center accepts Medicare and Medicaid as payment sources. Prospective residents or their representatives are encouraged to contact the facility directly at (208) 345-4464 to confirm current bed availability, private pay rates, and any additional payment options that may be accepted. Financial eligibility and coverage details for Medicaid are typically determined through the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare. When compared against national benchmarks, Skyline Transitional Care Center presents a mixed profile. The overall 2-star rating places it below the national average, driven in significant part by its 1-star staffing rating. Staffing levels are a closely watched indicator in long-term care settings, as they correlate with the consistency and quality of daily resident care. However, the facility's 4-star quality measure rating suggests that, on tracked clinical outcomes, residents at this facility are faring better than those at many comparable facilities nationwide. The 3-star health inspection rating indicates a record of compliance that is approximately in line with national norms. Individuals researching this facility may find value in reviewing the full CMS Nursing Home Care Compare profile, which includes detailed inspection reports and staffing hour data, to form a more complete picture of the facility's performance history.