Folsom Care Center
Scout 96Folsom, CA · 99 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Folsom's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $10,710–$16,080/mo
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River Bend Nursing Center
2215 Oakmont Way, West Sacramento, CA 95691 · Yolo County
River Bend Nursing Center is a Medicare-certified skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and long-term care facility located in West Sacramento, CA.
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GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 91% full (90 of 99 beds occupied on an average day).
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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 West Sacramento
River Bend Nursing Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in West Sacramento, CA, with 99 certified beds and an average of about 90 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: 3/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.94 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.88 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 45.1%, 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, and 1 federal fine totaling $21,879 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.94 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
None noted in the public data.
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in West Sacramento, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 99
- Avg. residents/day
- 90
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Bvhc, LLC
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 055887
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 | $10,710–$16,080/mo (median $12,950) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Sacramento 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
- 4.94
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.88
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 45.1%
- 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
- 1 ($21,879)
- Total penalties
- 2
- Last standard survey
- 2025-08-15
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (48 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-03-30Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
2026-02-25Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
2025-08-21Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-08-21Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
2025-08-15Severity 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.
2025-08-15Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
2025-08-15Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
2025-08-15Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
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.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2023-12-14 | Fine | $21,879 |
| 2023-12-14 | Payment denial | — |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ 24-hour staff
Location
2215 Oakmont Way, West Sacramento, CA
- Monday: 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM
- Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM
- Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM
- Thursday: 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM
- Friday: 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM
- Saturday: 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM
- Sunday: 8:00 AM – 6:30 PM
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about River Bend Nursing Center
How much does River Bend Nursing Center cost?
River Bend Nursing Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the West Sacramento, CA area typically runs $10,710–$16,080 per month (median $12,950, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is River Bend Nursing Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates River Bend Nursing Center 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at River Bend Nursing Center?
Staff provide about 4.94 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 45.1% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at River Bend Nursing Center?
River Bend Nursing Center has 48 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-08-15). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does River Bend Nursing Center have availability?
Typically 91% full (90 of 99 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does River Bend Nursing Center offer?
River Bend Nursing Center in West Sacramento, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 99 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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