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Almond Vista Healthcare

2030 Evergreen Avenue, Modesto, CA 95350 · Stanislaus County

Almond Vista Healthcare is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation center catering to the needs of the community of Modesto, CA, assisting on the journey to healing.

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Fair

Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.

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Availability outlook● Very limited availability

Typically 95% full (166 of 175 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.

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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.

A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Modesto

Almond Vista Healthcare is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Modesto, CA, with 175 certified beds and an average of about 166 residents per day. It operates as part of the Kalesta Healthcare Group network.

Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 4.26 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.40 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 50.2%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 18 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 5 federal fines totaling $25,881 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.26 hrs/resident/day)
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
•Below-average health-inspection rating
•18 deficiencies at last survey
•$25,881 in federal fines

Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Modesto options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds: 175
Avg. residents/day: 166
Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain: Kalesta Healthcare Group
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 555118

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating

Health inspections

Staffing

Quality measures

Pricing & cost

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$10,450–$15,700/mo (median $12,640)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Modesto prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 4.26; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.40; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 50.2%; National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 18
Federal fines: 5 ($25,881)
Total penalties: 5
Last standard survey: 2025-05-06
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (63 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-03-16Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

2026-03-16Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

2025-05-06Severity F — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

2025-05-06Severity F — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Post nurse staffing information every day.

2025-05-06Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

2025-05-06Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-05-06Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.

2025-05-06Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Penalty history

Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.

Date	Type	Amount
2025-01-16	Fine	$10,358
2024-01-02	Fine	$3,176
2023-12-11	Fine	$7,409
2023-11-20	Fine	$1,764
2023-10-30	Fine	$3,174

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Physical therapy
✓ Occupational therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Fitness center
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ 24-hour staff

Location

2030 Evergreen Avenue, Modesto, CA

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Almond Vista Healthcare

How much does Almond Vista Healthcare cost?

Almond Vista Healthcare does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Modesto, CA area typically runs $10,450–$15,700 per month (median $12,640, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Almond Vista Healthcare's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Almond Vista Healthcare 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Almond Vista Healthcare?

Staff provide about 4.26 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 50.2% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Almond Vista Healthcare?

Almond Vista Healthcare has 63 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-05-06). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Almond Vista Healthcare have availability?

Typically 95% full (166 of 175 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Almond Vista Healthcare offer?

Almond Vista Healthcare in Modesto, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 175 beds.

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