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Bakersfield Post Acute

6212 Tudor Way, Bakersfield, CA 93306

CCN 555260 · For-profit, corporation · 99 certified beds · chain Pacs Group

Overall★★★★★
Health inspection★★★★★
Staffing★★★★★
Quality measures★★★★★

Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. CMS processed this record on 1 Aug 2026. View the Care Compare record.

Certified for 99 beds, Bakersfield Post Acute serves Bakersfield in Kern County, California and has taken Medicare and Medicaid residents since 1987.

CMS gives it 1 of 5 stars overall, below the California median of 3; the health inspection rating is 1, staffing 3 and quality measures 3.

Inspectors recorded 113 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (30, 32, 51 by cycle, most recent first), 2 of them at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. That is 114.1 per 100 beds, more than the state median of 51.1.

CMS lists 3 penalties in the period covered: fines totalling $26K and 1 payment denial.

Reported nurse staffing is 4.0 hours per resident per day (0.4 RN), close to the California median of 4.2; nursing staff turnover is 38.6%.

113health deficiencies, 3 survey cycles2 at actual harm or worse
$26Kfines listed by CMS3 penalties in period
4.0nurse hours per resident per daystate median 4.2
92%occupancy (residents ÷ beds)91 residents a day

Compared with county, state and nation

MeasureThis facilityKern Co. medianCalifornia medianUS average
Overall star rating1133.0
Health citations, 3 cycles113674428.7
Citations per 100 beds114.162.651.126.8
Total nurse hours per resident day4.04.24.23.9
RN hours per resident day0.40.40.50.7
Nursing staff turnover38.6%35.4%36.4%45.8%
Fines listed$25,940$27,716$0—

County and state figures are medians across facilities (17 in the county, 1165 in the state); the US column is the CMS national average where CMS publishes one.

Citations by survey cycle

Cycle 1 (latest)30
Cycle 232
Cycle 351

Dark bar: this facility. Grey bar: California average per facility for the same cycle, as published by CMS. Standard health survey dates: 14 May 2026, 25 Nov 2024.

Severity mix: G ×2 D ×62 E ×44 F ×5

Health deficiencies

Every health citation in the current CMS record (three survey cycles), most recent first. Tag text is the CMS requirement summary, not the inspection narrative.

Scope and severity letters (A–L)
Isolated
Pattern
Widespread
Immediate jeopardy
J
K
L
Actual harm
G
H
I
Potential for more than minimal harm
D
E
F
Potential for minimal harm
A
B
C

Survey dateTagWhat the tag requiresSeverityTypeCorrected
14 May 2026F0558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.EComplaint investigation28 May 2026
14 May 2026F0580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.EComplaint investigation28 May 2026
14 May 2026F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.EComplaint investigation9 Jun 2026
14 May 2026F0698Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.EStandard survey9 Jun 2026
14 May 2026F0725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.EStandard survey9 Jun 2026
14 May 2026F0726Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.EStandard survey28 May 2026
14 May 2026F0730Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.EStandard survey28 May 2026
14 May 2026F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.EStandard survey9 Jun 2026
14 May 2026F0919Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.EComplaint investigation9 Jun 2026
14 May 2026F0921Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.EStandard survey9 Jun 2026
14 May 2026F0550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.DComplaint investigation9 Jun 2026
14 May 2026F0607Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.DComplaint investigation28 May 2026
14 May 2026F0609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.DComplaint investigation28 May 2026
14 May 2026F0645PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual DisabilitiesDStandard survey28 May 2026
14 May 2026F0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.DComplaint investigation28 May 2026
14 May 2026F0658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.DStandard survey5 Jun 2026
14 May 2026F0686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.DComplaint investigation5 Jun 2026
14 May 2026F0692Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.DStandard survey9 Jun 2026
14 May 2026F0712Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.DStandard survey28 May 2026
14 May 2026F0755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.DStandard survey9 Jun 2026
14 May 2026F0842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.DStandard survey28 May 2026
14 May 2026F0883Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.DStandard survey9 Jun 2026
16 Mar 2026F0908Keep all essential equipment working safely.EComplaint investigation20 Apr 2026
25 Feb 2026F0558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.EComplaint investigation14 Apr 2026
25 Feb 2026F0658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.DComplaint investigation14 Apr 2026
27 Jan 2026F0576Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.DComplaint investigation24 Feb 2026
26 Dec 2025F0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.DComplaint investigation27 Jan 2026
19 Nov 2025F0558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.EComplaint investigation14 Jan 2026
19 Nov 2025F0726Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.EComplaint investigation14 Jan 2026
19 Aug 2025F0657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.DComplaint investigation16 Sep 2025
22 Apr 2025F0573Let each resident or the resident's legal representative access or purchase copies of all the resident's records.DComplaint investigation22 May 2025
22 Apr 2025F0725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.DComplaint investigation22 May 2025
22 Apr 2025F0842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.DComplaint investigation22 May 2025
21 Apr 2025F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.DComplaint investigation22 May 2025
26 Mar 2025F0658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.DComplaint investigation12 May 2025
19 Mar 2025F0609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.DComplaint investigation1 Apr 2025
24 Feb 2025F0600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.DComplaint investigation13 Mar 2025
24 Feb 2025F0607Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.DComplaint investigation13 Mar 2025
24 Feb 2025F0657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.DComplaint investigation13 Mar 2025
20 Feb 2025F0658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.EComplaint investigation4 Mar 2025
23 Jan 2025F0725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.EComplaint investigation4 Feb 2025
23 Jan 2025F0658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.DComplaint investigation4 Feb 2025
25 Nov 2024F0686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.GStandard survey13 Dec 2024
25 Nov 2024F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.FStandard survey13 Dec 2024
25 Nov 2024F0578Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.EStandard survey13 Dec 2024
25 Nov 2024F0552Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.DStandard survey13 Dec 2024
25 Nov 2024F0557Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.DStandard survey13 Dec 2024
25 Nov 2024F0558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.DStandard survey13 Dec 2024
25 Nov 2024F0584Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.DStandard survey13 Dec 2024
25 Nov 2024F0637Assess the resident when there is a significant change in conditionDStandard survey13 Dec 2024
25 Nov 2024F0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.DStandard survey13 Dec 2024
25 Nov 2024F0685Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.DStandard survey13 Dec 2024
25 Nov 2024F0687Provide appropriate foot care.DStandard survey13 Dec 2024
25 Nov 2024F0745Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.DStandard survey13 Dec 2024
25 Nov 2024F0755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.DStandard survey13 Dec 2024
25 Nov 2024F0761Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.DStandard survey13 Dec 2024
25 Nov 2024F0790Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.DStandard survey13 Dec 2024
25 Nov 2024F0836Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards.DStandard survey13 Dec 2024
25 Nov 2024F0842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.DStandard survey13 Dec 2024
17 Oct 2024F0658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.DComplaint investigation13 Nov 2024
3 Sep 2024F0925Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.EComplaint investigation8 Oct 2024
3 Sep 2024F0558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.DComplaint investigation8 Oct 2024
18 Jul 2024F0607Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.DComplaint investigation27 Aug 2024
15 Jun 2024F0558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.EComplaint investigation18 Jul 2024
15 May 2024F0677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.EComplaint investigation15 Jun 2024
15 May 2024F0725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.EComplaint investigation15 Jun 2024
15 May 2024F0625Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.DComplaint investigation15 Jun 2024
15 May 2024F0726Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.DComplaint investigation15 Jun 2024
2 May 2024F0607Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.EComplaint investigation2 Jun 2024
29 Feb 2024F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.EComplaint investigation8 Mar 2024
29 Feb 2024F0887Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.EComplaint investigation8 Mar 2024
21 Feb 2024F0641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.EComplaint investigation6 Mar 2024
21 Feb 2024F0677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.EComplaint investigation6 Mar 2024
21 Feb 2024F0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.DComplaint investigation6 Mar 2024
21 Feb 2024F0760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.DComplaint investigation6 Mar 2024
16 Feb 2024F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.DComplaint investigation6 Mar 2024
7 Dec 2023F0725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.EComplaint investigation28 Dec 2023
7 Nov 2023F0558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.DComplaint investigation8 Dec 2023
7 Nov 2023F0585Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.DComplaint investigation8 Dec 2023
7 Nov 2023F0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.DComplaint investigation8 Dec 2023
7 Nov 2023F0658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.DComplaint investigation8 Dec 2023
7 Nov 2023F0842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.DComplaint investigation8 Dec 2023
26 Oct 2023F0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.GComplaint investigation26 Nov 2023
27 Sep 2023F0677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.EComplaint investigation28 Sep 2023
27 Sep 2023F0688Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.DComplaint investigation28 Sep 2023
26 Sep 2023F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.EComplaint investigation27 Sep 2023
24 Aug 2023F0725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.FComplaint investigation15 Sep 2023
24 Aug 2023F0732Post nurse staffing information every day.FComplaint investigation15 Sep 2023
24 Aug 2023F0658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.DComplaint investigation15 Sep 2023
24 Aug 2023F0697Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.DComplaint investigation15 Sep 2023
24 Aug 2023F0842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.DComplaint investigation15 Sep 2023
9 Aug 2023F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.DComplaint investigation1 Sep 2023
2 Mar 2023F0801Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.FStandard survey1 Apr 2023
2 Mar 2023F0943Give their staff education on dementia care, and what abuse, neglect, and exploitation are; and how to report abuse, neglect, and exploitation.FStandard survey1 Apr 2023
2 Mar 2023F0558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.EStandard survey1 Apr 2023
2 Mar 2023F0578Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.EStandard survey1 Apr 2023
2 Mar 2023F0677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.EStandard survey1 Apr 2023
2 Mar 2023F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.EStandard survey1 Apr 2023
2 Mar 2023F0688Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.EStandard survey1 Apr 2023
2 Mar 2023F0698Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.EStandard survey1 Apr 2023
2 Mar 2023F0725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.EStandard survey1 Apr 2023
2 Mar 2023F0726Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.EStandard survey1 Apr 2023
2 Mar 2023F0759Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.EStandard survey1 Apr 2023
2 Mar 2023F0761Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.EStandard survey1 Apr 2023
2 Mar 2023F0804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.EStandard survey1 Apr 2023
2 Mar 2023F0805Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.EStandard survey1 Apr 2023
2 Mar 2023F0807Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides drinks consistent with resident needs and preferences and sufficient to maintain resident hydration.EStandard survey1 Apr 2023
2 Mar 2023F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.EStandard survey1 Apr 2023
2 Mar 2023F0921Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.EStandard survey1 Apr 2023
2 Mar 2023F0567Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.DStandard survey1 Apr 2023
2 Mar 2023F0623Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.DStandard survey1 Apr 2023
2 Mar 2023F0641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.DStandard survey1 Apr 2023
2 Mar 2023F0657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.DStandard survey1 Apr 2023

Penalties

DateTypeAmountDetail
17 Oct 2024Payment denial—31 days
17 Oct 2024Fine$13,340
26 Oct 2023Fine$12,600

Staffing

Total nursing4.01 h
Nurse aides2.56 h
LPN1.09 h
RN0.36 h
Weekend total3.58 h

Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the California average. Turnover: nursing staff 38.6%, RNs 37.5%; 1 administrator left in the reporting year.

Quality measures

MeasureResidentsThis facilityCalifornia medianUS median
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increasedLong Stay7.7%8.9%12.6%
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladderLong Stay0.0%0.3%0.3%
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infectionLong Stay0.3%0.7%0.9%
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injuryLong Stay1.7%1.3%2.8%
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medicationShort Stay0.7%0.8%1.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsenedLong Stay14.8%8.6%12.5%
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcersLong Stay1.9%3.6%4.2%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicationLong Stay8.0%9.1%13.4%

Four-quarter averages for the measures CMS uses in the quality-measure star rating (2025Q2-2026Q1). Lower is better for every measure listed. Medians are computed across facilities on this site.

Ownership

Ownership type: for-profit, corporation. Legal business name: Bakersfield Snf Healthcare Llc. Chain: Pacs Group (274 facilities).

OrganisationRole in the CMS recordInterestSince
Providence Group Inc5% or greater direct ownership interest100%01/11/2023

Only organisations are shown. CMS also records individual owners, officers and managing employees; this site does not publish people's names.

Other nursing homes in Kern County

FacilityCityBedsOverallHealthStaffingCitationsPer 100 bedsFinesLast survey
Rosewood Health FacilityBakersfield794354759.5$8K12 Feb 2026
Ridgecrest Regional Transitional Care and RehabiliRidgecrest1243344536.3$28K19 May 2026
San Joaquin Nursing Center and Rehabilitation CentBakersfield993236262.6$47K12 Mar 2026
Shafter Nursing CareShafter993333838.4$27K1 Jul 2026
Adventist Health DelanoDelano5122359115.7$123K3 Jun 2026
Kern Valley Healthcare District Dp SNFLake Isabella742213243.2$32K23 Apr 2026
The Orchards Post-AcuteBakersfield1502238657.3$24K18 Jun 2026
Valley View Care Centerabuse iconDelano5322367126.4—1 Jun 2026

All 17 facilities in Kern County

Questions and answers

How many deficiencies has Bakersfield Post Acute been cited for?

113 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 2 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The California median is 44 per facility.

Has Bakersfield Post Acute been fined?

Yes. CMS lists fines totalling $26K in the period covered, plus 1 payment denial.

How does staffing at Bakersfield Post Acute compare?

Reported total nurse staffing is 4.0 hours per resident per day against a California median of 4.2 and a national average of 3.9.

Who operates Bakersfield Post Acute?

It is part of the Pacs Group chain. Ownership type is for-profit, corporation. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include Providence Group Inc. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.

When was Bakersfield Post Acute last inspected?

The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 14 May 2026; the most recent standard health survey was 14 May 2026.

Where does this data come from?

All figures are from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Care Compare datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership and quality measures), processed 1 Aug 2026. Ratings and citations may change; the Care Compare record is authoritative.

Provenance

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare nursing home datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership, MDS quality measures, state and national averages), public domain, processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026. Facility record: Care Compare. Errors in processing are corrected at the next daily build; see corrections.