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AMERICAN RIVER CENTER

3900 GARFIELD AVENUE, CARMICHAEL, CA 95608
Score: 87 / 100

Among nursing homes in California, American River Center stands out with an A grade and a score of 87 out of 100. It ranks in the 85th percentile statewide, reflecting consistently high performance across CMS quality metrics.

Staffing at American River Center is near the national average, with 3.97 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).

Recent inspections identified 25 deficiencies at American River 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 12 / 20 pts
3 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 15 / 15 pts
5 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.97 3.8 Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.65 0.7 Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.81 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.51 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.70 3.8 Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.58 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

25
Total Deficiencies
Jan 9, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 25 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0812 Severity E
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Jan 9, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0880 Severity E
    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    Jan 9, 2025 · Infection Control Deficiencies
  • Tag 0656 Severity D
    Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
    Jan 9, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0658 Severity D
    Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
    Jan 9, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0685 Severity D
    Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
    Jan 9, 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 3.5% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 1.5% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 4.2% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 1.9% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 3.3% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 1.7% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 7.7% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 87 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: 3★ → 12 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 - Limited Liability company
Certified Beds
99
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Jan 9, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
5