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New Bethany Skilled Nursing

1441 Berkeley Dr, Los Banos, CA 93635 · Merced County

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Haven Scout Score

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

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Availability outlookModerate availability

Typically 78% 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 Los Banos

New Bethany Skilled Nursing is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Los Banos, CA, with 35 certified beds and an average of about 27 residents per day.

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, 2/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 4.65 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.49 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 26.5%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 16 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.65 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
•16 deficiencies at last survey

Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Los Banos, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.

At a glance

Certified beds: 35
Avg. residents/day: 27
Ownership: Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 555758

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	$9,860–$14,820/mo (median $11,930)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Merced 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: 4.65; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.49; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 26.5%; 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): 16
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2025-09-05
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (29 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-12-03Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2025-09-05Severity F — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

2025-09-05Severity F — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compar…

2025-09-05Severity 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.

2025-09-05Severity F — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies

Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.

2025-09-05Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-09-05Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

2025-09-05Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

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
✓ Memory care
✓ On-site salon / barber
✓ Daily activities & events

Location

1441 Berkeley Dr, Los Banos, 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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Google

3.3

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Common questions about New Bethany Skilled Nursing

How much does New Bethany Skilled Nursing cost?

New Bethany Skilled Nursing does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Los Banos, CA area typically runs $9,860–$14,820 per month (median $11,930, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is New Bethany Skilled Nursing's Medicare rating?

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

How is the staffing at New Bethany Skilled Nursing?

Staff provide about 4.65 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 26.5% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at New Bethany Skilled Nursing?

New Bethany Skilled Nursing has 29 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-09-05). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does New Bethany Skilled Nursing have availability?

Typically 78% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does New Bethany Skilled Nursing offer?

New Bethany Skilled Nursing in Los Banos, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 35 beds.

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