Lindsay, CA · 99 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Lindsay's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $10,010–$15,050/mo
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Kaweah Health Skilled Nursing Center
1633 South Court Street, Visalia, CA 93277 · Tulare County
Walk-in Only Beginning Sunday, Feb. 1, 2026 online appointments for our Urgent Care clinics will no longer be available. All patients will be seen as walk-ins. Walk-in at our Urgent Care on Court Street daily from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. or our Urgent Care near Demaree daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
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ExceptionalHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.
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Availability outlookUsually has openings
Typically 61% full — availability is generally good.
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.
One of Visalia's top-rated skilled nursing communities
Kaweah Health Skilled Nursing Center is a government-owned skilled nursing facility in Visalia, CA, with 70 certified beds and an average of about 42 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 6.94 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.53 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 25%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 9 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓5-star overall CMS rating
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (6.94 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
Things to ask about
None noted in the public data.
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Visalia for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 70
- Avg. residents/day
- 42
- Ownership
- Government - Hospital district
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 555396
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 | $10,010–$15,050/mo (median $12,110) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Visalia 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
- 6.94
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 1.53
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 25%
- 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)
- 9
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2026-01-29
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (25 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-01-29Severity 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.
2026-01-29Severity 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.
2026-01-29Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
2026-01-29Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2026-01-29Severity D — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.
2026-01-29Severity D — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Designate a physician to serve as medical director responsible for implementation of resident care policies and coordination of medical care in the facility.
2026-01-29Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2025-12-03Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.
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
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ Fitness center
- ✓ Wellness programs
- ✓ Gardens / walking paths
Location
1633 South Court Street, Visalia, CA
- Monday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Thursday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
- Sunday: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM
Reviews & reputation
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How much does Kaweah Health Skilled Nursing Center cost?
Kaweah Health Skilled Nursing Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Visalia, CA area typically runs $10,010–$15,050 per month (median $12,110, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Kaweah Health Skilled Nursing Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Kaweah Health Skilled Nursing Center 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Kaweah Health Skilled Nursing Center?
Staff provide about 6.94 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 25% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Kaweah Health Skilled Nursing Center?
Kaweah Health Skilled Nursing Center has 25 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-01-29). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Kaweah Health Skilled Nursing Center have availability?
Typically 61% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Kaweah Health Skilled Nursing Center offer?
Kaweah Health Skilled Nursing Center in Visalia, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 70 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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