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RIVERSIDE BEHAVIORAL HEALTHCARE CENTER

4580 PALM AVENUE, RIVERSIDE, CA 92501
Score: 91 / 100

Riverside Behavioral Healthcare Center is one of the top-rated nursing facilities in Riverside, California, earning an A grade based on CMS data. With a score of 91/100, it ranks in the top 9% of facilities statewide — a strong indicator of quality care.

With 2.63 total nurse hours per resident per day, Riverside Behavioral Healthcare Center falls below the national average of 3.8 hours. Families may want to ask about staffing levels during any facility visit.

Recent inspections identified 23 deficiencies at Riverside Behavioral Healthcare Center. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 40 / 40 pts
5 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 20 / 25 pts
4 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 16 / 20 pts
4 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 15 / 15 pts
5 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 2.63 3.8 Below Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.25 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.83 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 1.55 2.4 Below Average
Weekend Total Nursing 2.30 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.12 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

23
Total Deficiencies
Nov 5, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 23 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0812 Severity F
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Nov 5, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0808 Severity E
    Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed b
    Nov 5, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0697 Severity D
    Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
    Nov 5, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0684 Severity D
    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    Aug 18, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0684 Severity D
    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    Apr 2, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.

Measure This Facility Nat'l Avg
Residents with pressure ulcers 0.0% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 0.9% 3.0% Better
Urinary tract infections 0.2% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 1.1% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 0.7% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 0.2% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 91 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 5★ → 40 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 4★ → 20 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
120
Provider Type
Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Nov 5, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
5