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Inspire Behavioral Health

401 Ridge Vista Avenue, San Jose, CA 95127 · Santa Clara County

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

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Availability outlook● Very limited availability

Typically 99% full (115 of 116 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.

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 below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in San Jose

Inspire Behavioral Health is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in San Jose, CA, with 116 certified beds and an average of about 115 residents per day.

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

Staff provide about 2.48 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.51 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 30.9%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 11 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
•Below-average health-inspection rating
•Below-average nurse staffing (2.48 hrs/resident/day)

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

At a glance

Certified beds: 116
Avg. residents/day: 115
Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 05A277

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	$11,080–$16,650/mo (median $13,400)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local San Jose 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: 2.48; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.51; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 30.9%; 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): 11
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2025-11-05
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (40 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-11-05Severity K — immediate jeopardyQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2025-11-05Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2025-11-05Severity F — 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.

2025-11-05Severity 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.

2025-11-05Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

2025-11-05Severity E — potential for harmEnvironmental Deficiencies

Put firmly secured handrails on each side of hallways.

2025-11-05Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

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

2025-11-05Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed …

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
✓ Wellness programs

Location

401 Ridge Vista Avenue, San Jose, CA

Monday: 12:01 AM – 11:59 PM
Tuesday: 12:01 AM – 11:59 PM
Wednesday: 12:01 AM – 11:59 PM
Thursday: 12:01 AM – 11:59 PM
Friday: 12:01 AM – 11:59 PM
Saturday: 12:01 AM – 11:59 PM
Sunday: 12:01 AM – 11:59 PM

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Inspire Behavioral Health

How much does Inspire Behavioral Health cost?

Inspire Behavioral Health does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the San Jose, CA area typically runs $11,080–$16,650 per month (median $13,400, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Inspire Behavioral Health's Medicare rating?

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

How is the staffing at Inspire Behavioral Health?

Staff provide about 2.48 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 30.9% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Inspire Behavioral Health?

Inspire Behavioral Health has 40 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-11-05). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Inspire Behavioral Health have availability?

Typically 99% full (115 of 116 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 Inspire Behavioral Health offer?

Inspire Behavioral Health in San Jose, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 116 beds.

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