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BEAR VALLEY COMMUNITY HOSPITAL

41870 GARSTIN RD, BIG BEAR LAKE, CA 92315
Score: 57 / 100

With a score of 57 out of 100, Bear Valley Community Hospital earns a C grade — placing it near the middle of California nursing facilities. Families should review the detailed metrics below when considering this Big Bear Lake location.

Bear Valley Community Hospital provides above-average staffing with 7.02 total nurse hours per resident per day. Higher staffing levels are generally associated with better care outcomes and more attentive staff.

Recent inspections identified 30 deficiencies at Bear Valley Community Hospital. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 24 / 40 pts
3 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 20 / 25 pts
4 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 4 / 20 pts
1 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 9 / 15 pts
3 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 7.02 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.92 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 1.85 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 4.25 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 5.55 3.8 Above Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.44 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

30
Total Deficiencies
Jul 6, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
⚪ 1 Minor 🟠 29 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0550 Severity D
    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    Jul 6, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0804 Severity F
    Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
    May 7, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0810 Severity E
    Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.
    May 7, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0550 Severity D
    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    May 7, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0552 Severity D
    Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
    May 7, 2025 · Resident Rights 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 3.0% 3.0% Average
On antipsychotic medication 26.2% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 14.1% 2.5% Worse
ADL decline (daily activities) 26.0% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 4.8% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 19.6% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of C is based on a score of 57 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 3★ → 24 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 4★ → 20 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 1★ → 4 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)

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

Facility Details

Ownership
Government - Hospital district
Certified Beds
21
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
May 7, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
13