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Arden Park Post Acute

3400 Alta Arden Expressway, Sacramento, CA 95825 · Sacramento County

Arden Park Post Acute is a Medicare-certified skilled nursing home located in Sacramento, CA.

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

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Availability outlookModerate availability

Typically 84% full — openings are usually available.

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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A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Sacramento

Arden Park Post Acute is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Sacramento, CA, with 177 certified beds and an average of about 149 residents per day. It operates as part of the Pacs Group network.

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

Staff provide about 3.80 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.56 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 35%, 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 2 federal fines totaling $33,586 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average health-inspection rating
•Below-average nurse staffing (3.80 hrs/resident/day)
•18 deficiencies at last survey
•$33,586 in federal fines

Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Sacramento, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.

At a glance

Certified beds: 177
Avg. residents/day: 149
Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain: Pacs Group
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 055855

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	$10,710–$16,080/mo (median $12,950)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Sacramento 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: 3.80; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.56; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 35%; 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: 2 ($33,586)
Total penalties: 2
Last standard survey: 2024-12-06
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Both

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (74 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-03-28Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

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

2025-03-06Severity G — actual 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.

2025-03-03Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-02-21Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2024-12-06Severity G — actual harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2024-12-06Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

2024-12-06Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

2024-12-06Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

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
2025-02-21	Fine	$19,949
2024-12-05	Fine	$13,637

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Library

Location

3400 Alta Arden Expressway, Sacramento, CA

Monday: 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday: 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Arden Park Post Acute

How much does Arden Park Post Acute cost?

Arden Park Post Acute does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Sacramento, CA area typically runs $10,710–$16,080 per month (median $12,950, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Arden Park Post Acute's Medicare rating?

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

How is the staffing at Arden Park Post Acute?

Staff provide about 3.80 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 35% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Arden Park Post Acute?

Arden Park Post Acute has 74 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-12-06). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Arden Park Post Acute have availability?

Typically 84% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Arden Park Post Acute offer?

Arden Park Post Acute in Sacramento, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 177 beds.

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