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Arbor Post Acute

1200 Springfield Drive, Chico, CA 95928 · Butte County

Arbor Post Acute is a short-term rehabilitation and skilled nursing facility in Chico, CA. We are dedicated to providing personalized rehabilitation and nursing services to all who enter our doors. Our healthcare professionals strive to help our residents reach their maximum potential in a caring and supportive enviro…

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Availability outlook● Very limited availability

Typically 95% full (137 of 144 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

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Arbor Post Acute is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Chico, CA, with 144 certified beds and an average of about 137 residents per day. It operates as part of the Pacs Group network.

Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.96 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.33 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 45.7%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 24 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $61,825 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓Above-average nurse staffing (3.96 hrs/resident/day)
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
•Below-average health-inspection rating
•24 deficiencies at last survey
•$61,825 in federal fines

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

At a glance

Certified beds: 144
Avg. residents/day: 137
Ownership: For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Pacs Group
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 555304

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	$10,160–$15,260/mo (median $12,280)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Chico 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: 3.96; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.33; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 45.7%; 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): 24
Federal fines: 2 ($61,825)
Total penalties: 3
Last standard survey: 2025-01-24
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (94 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-02-04Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

2026-02-04Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.

2025-07-14Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

2025-07-14Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

2025-07-14Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

2025-03-13Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

2025-03-13Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

2025-03-12Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

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
2025-07-14	Fine	$12,438
2025-01-15	Fine	$49,387
2025-01-15	Payment denial	—

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Wellness programs
✓ Courtyard / outdoor space
✓ Library
✓ 24/7 staff

Location

1200 Springfield Drive, Chico, 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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Google

3.6

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Common questions about Arbor Post Acute

How much does Arbor Post Acute cost?

Arbor Post Acute does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Chico, CA area typically runs $10,160–$15,260 per month (median $12,280, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Arbor Post Acute's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Arbor Post Acute 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Arbor Post Acute?

Staff provide about 3.96 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 45.7% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Arbor Post Acute?

Arbor Post Acute has 94 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-01-24). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Arbor Post Acute have availability?

Typically 95% full (137 of 144 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 Arbor Post Acute offer?

Arbor Post Acute in Chico, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 144 beds.

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