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Katherine Healthcare

315 Alameda Avenue, Salinas, CA 93901 · Monterey County

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

Typically 77% 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

An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.

A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Salinas

Katherine Healthcare is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Salinas, CA, with 51 certified beds and an average of about 40 residents per day. It operates as part of the Bvhc, LLC network.

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

Staff provide about 4.19 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.79 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 32.7%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 17 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

  • Above-average nurse staffing (4.19 hrs/resident/day)
  • Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
  • No federal fines on record
  • Full sprinkler system
  • Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

  • Below-average health-inspection rating
  • 17 deficiencies at last survey
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Salinas, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.

At a glance

Certified beds
51
Avg. residents/day
40
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain
Bvhc, LLC
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
055311

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 careMonthly costSource
Skilled Nursing$10,940–$16,450/mo (median $13,240)Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Salinas 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
4.19
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
0.79
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
32.7%
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)
17
Federal fines
None on record
Total penalties
0
Last standard survey
2025-09-08
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (49 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-03-27Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.

2026-03-27Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies

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

2025-09-08Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

2025-09-08Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

2025-09-08Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-09-08Severity E — potential for harmEnvironmental Deficiencies

Keep all essential equipment working safely.

2025-09-08Severity 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.

2025-09-08Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

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
  • Rehabilitation services
  • Daily activities & events

Location

315 Alameda Avenue, Salinas, CA

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Katherine Healthcare

How much does Katherine Healthcare cost?

Katherine Healthcare does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Salinas, CA area typically runs $10,940–$16,450 per month (median $13,240, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Katherine Healthcare's Medicare rating?

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

How is the staffing at Katherine Healthcare?

Staff provide about 4.19 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 32.7% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Katherine Healthcare?

Katherine Healthcare has 49 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-09-08). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Katherine Healthcare have availability?

Typically 77% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Katherine Healthcare offer?

Katherine Healthcare in Salinas, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 51 beds.

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

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

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