FAQs

Q: What is a Skilled Nursing Facility?

A: A skilled nursing facility is considered a health care facility and is allowed to provide services that cannot be dispensed in assisted living or residential care homes. These services range from managing medical problems such as wound care and medications to hospice and coma care and provide assistance for those who are unable to do normal daily acclivities on their own.

Q: How are Skilled Nursing Facilities Regulated?

A: Because skilled nursing facilities are considered health care facilities they are licensed and regulated by the California Department of Health Services. The state performs annual inspection surveys of facilities. Facilities found to be deficient in any areas are expected to correct the deficiency and can be subject to fines and penalties. For inquiries or complaints the California Department of Health Services can be found on the web at http://www.dhcs.ca.gov

Q: How often will a physician or health professional visit?

A: Physicians generally see patients upon admission and once every 30 days thereafter. However, our nursing professionals are in constant contact with all of the physicians that visit the facility.

Q: How often will the Rehabilitation staff work with my loved one?

A: This depends on each individual's need and diagnosis.

Q: Will Medicare Part A cover my stay in the facility?

A: Patients must have Medicare Part A coverage. They must also be admitted to the facility with a physician order within 30 days of a three consecutive night hospital stay with a diagnosis that requires 24 hour skilled nursing care and/or skilled therapy needs. Generally, during the first 20 days of care, Medicare will pay 100%. For days 21-100, a $128 (subject to change) daily co-insurance rate is required. Medicare does not cover skilled nursing fees over 100 days.