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
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Bear Valley Community Hospital
41870 Garstin Rd, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315 · San Bernardino County
Bear Valley Community Healthcare District provides emergency medical and healthcare services in our Big Bear Valley.
77
StrongHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 88% full (19 of 21 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.
A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Big Bear Lake
Bear Valley Community Hospital is a government-owned skilled nursing facility in Big Bear Lake, CA, with 21 certified beds and an average of about 19 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 7.12 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.99 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 65%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 13 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (7.12 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •High staff turnover (65%)
- •13 deficiencies at last survey
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Big Bear Lake for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 21
- Avg. residents/day
- 19
- Ownership
- Government - Hospital district
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 555468
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
- 7.12
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.99
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 65%
- 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)
- 13
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-05-08
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (30 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-07-07Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
2025-05-08Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
2025-05-08Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.
2025-05-08Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
2025-05-08Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
2025-05-08Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
2025-05-08Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.
2025-05-08Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of 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.
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Physical therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
Location
41870 Garstin Rd, Big Bear Lake, 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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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Bear Valley Community Hospital
How much does Bear Valley Community Hospital cost?
Bear Valley Community Hospital does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Big Bear Lake, 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 Bear Valley Community Hospital's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Bear Valley Community Hospital 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Bear Valley Community Hospital?
Staff provide about 7.12 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 65% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Bear Valley Community Hospital?
Bear Valley Community Hospital has 30 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-05-08). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Bear Valley Community Hospital have availability?
Typically 88% full (19 of 21 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Bear Valley Community Hospital offer?
Bear Valley Community Hospital in Big Bear Lake, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 21 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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