6212 Tudor Way, Bakersfield, CA 93306 · Kern County
Bakersfield Post Acute is a 99-bed Medicare-certified skilled nursing facility located in the heart of Bakersfield, CA.
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Typically 92% full (91 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.
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Bakersfield Post Acute is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Bakersfield, CA, with 99 certified beds and an average of about 91 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 3.88 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.32 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 41%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 25 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $25,940 in the recent record.
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
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| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 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
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (103 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
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.
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-10-17 | Fine | $13,340 |
| 2024-10-17 | Payment denial | — |
| 2023-10-26 | Fine | $12,600 |
6212 Tudor Way, Bakersfield, CA
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Talk to an advisor about this communityBakersfield Post Acute does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Bakersfield, 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.
Medicare (CMS) rates Bakersfield 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.
Staff provide about 3.88 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 41% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
Bakersfield Post Acute has 103 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-11-25). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Typically 92% full (91 of 99 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
Bakersfield Post Acute in Bakersfield, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 99 beds.
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.
Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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