Barstow, CA · 60 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingUsually has openings
One of Barstow's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $10,680–$16,050/mo
View full evaluation →Skilled NursingCMS verified
Apple Valley Care Center
11959 Apple Valley Rd, Apple Valley, CA 92308 · San Bernardino County
5.0CMS overall rating(760) 240-5051
87
ExceptionalHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.Photos via google places.
Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 90% full (90 of 99 beds occupied on an average day).
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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.
One of Apple Valley's top-rated skilled nursing communities
Apple Valley Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Apple Valley, CA, with 99 certified beds and an average of about 90 residents per day. It operates as part of the Abraham Bak & Menachem Gastwirth network.
Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 5/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 5.08 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.60 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 39.6%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 5 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $8,021 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓5-star overall CMS rating
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (5.08 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
Things to ask about
None noted in the public data.
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Apple Valley for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 99
- Avg. residents/day
- 90
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Abraham Bak & Menachem Gastwirth
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 555476
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
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $10,680–$16,050/mo (median $12,920) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Riverside prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 5.08
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.60
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 39.6%
- 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)
- 5
- Federal fines
- 1 ($8,021)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2025-12-18
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- None
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (23 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-03-12Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Honor each resident's preferences, choices, values and beliefs.
2026-01-21Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-12-18Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2025-11-18Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintEnvironmental Deficiencies
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
2025-06-09Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-01-30Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
2024-10-17Severity F — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
2024-10-17Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-01-17 | Fine | $8,021 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
Location
11959 Apple Valley Rd, Apple Valley, CA
- Monday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Sunday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Apple Valley Care Center
How much does Apple Valley Care Center cost?
Apple Valley Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Apple Valley, CA area typically runs $10,680–$16,050 per month (median $12,920, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Apple Valley Care Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Apple Valley Care Center 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 5/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Apple Valley Care Center?
Staff provide about 5.08 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 39.6% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Apple Valley Care Center?
Apple Valley Care Center has 23 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-12-18). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Apple Valley Care Center have availability?
Typically 90% full (90 of 99 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Apple Valley Care Center offer?
Apple Valley Care Center in Apple Valley, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 99 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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