6412 Laurel Ave, Lake Isabella, CA 93240 · Kern County
Since 1964 Kern Valley Heath District focus is providing state-of-the-art health services to the Kern River Valley. We strive for a healthy community.
Photos via facility website.
Typically 72% 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.
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Kern Valley Healthcare District Dp SNF is a government-owned skilled nursing facility in Lake Isabella, CA, with 74 certified beds and an average of about 53 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.43 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.22 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 31.1%, 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, and 2 federal fines totaling $31,581 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 (32 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.
Have policies on smoking.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-10-27 | Fine | $21,548 |
| 2025-10-27 | Payment denial | — |
| 2024-11-25 | Fine | $10,033 |
6412 Laurel Ave, Lake Isabella, CA
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Talk to an advisor about this communityKern Valley Healthcare District Dp SNF does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Lake Isabella, 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 Kern Valley Healthcare District Dp SNF 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
Staff provide about 3.43 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 31.1% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
Kern Valley Healthcare District Dp SNF has 32 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-04-23). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Typically 72% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
Kern Valley Healthcare District Dp SNF in Lake Isabella, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 74 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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