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Arvin Post Acute

323 Campus Drive, Arvin, CA 93203 · Kern County

Welcome to Arvin Post Acute in Arvin, California. We are your Medicare-certified choice for rehabilitation and long-term care in Kern County.

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Availability outlookFills quickly

Typically 92% full (75 of 81 beds occupied on an average day).

If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.

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 low federal rating — review the details closely

Arvin Post Acute is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Arvin, CA, with 81 certified beds and an average of about 75 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: 2/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 1/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.88 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.25 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. On the safety record, CMS notes 16 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $80,498 in the recent record.

Strengths

  • Full sprinkler system

Things to ask about

  • Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
  • Below-average health-inspection rating
  • Below-average nurse staffing (3.88 hrs/resident/day)
  • 16 deficiencies at last survey
  • $80,498 in federal fines
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Arvin options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds
81
Avg. residents/day
75
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain
Pacs Group
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
555170

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 careMonthly costSource
Skilled Nursing$10,130–$15,210/mo (median $12,250)Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Bakersfield 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
3.88
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
0.25
National avg ≈ 0.75

Safety & inspection record

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

Health deficiencies (last survey)
16
Federal fines
2 ($80,498)
Total penalties
2
Last standard survey
2026-03-26
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
None

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (55 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-03-26Severity E — 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.

2026-03-26Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

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

2026-03-26Severity E — 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.

2026-03-26Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

2026-03-26Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

2026-03-26Severity D — potential for harmResident 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.

2026-03-26Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

2026-03-26Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

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.

DateTypeAmount
2026-01-22Fine$50,085
2024-12-19Fine$30,413

Services & amenities

  • Full automatic sprinkler system
  • Medicare & Medicaid certified
  • 24-hour licensed nursing
  • On-site rehabilitation therapy
  • Physical therapy
  • Rehabilitation services
  • Daily activities & events
  • Library
  • Private rooms available

Location

323 Campus Drive, Arvin, 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 Arvin Post Acute

How much does Arvin Post Acute cost?

Arvin Post Acute does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Arvin, CA area typically runs $10,130–$15,210 per month (median $12,250, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Arvin Post Acute's Medicare rating?

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

How is the staffing at Arvin Post Acute?

Staff provide about 3.88 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Arvin Post Acute?

Arvin Post Acute has 55 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-03-26). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Arvin Post Acute have availability?

Typically 92% full (75 of 81 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Arvin Post Acute offer?

Arvin Post Acute in Arvin, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 81 beds.

The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you

Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.

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Your next steps — this week

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  2. 2
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

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