Fresno, CA · 106 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Fresno's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $10,250–$15,400/mo
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Sierra Vista Healthcare
1715 South Cedar, Fresno, CA 93702 · Fresno County
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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 90% full (89 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 Fresno
Sierra Vista Healthcare is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Fresno, CA, with 99 certified beds and an average of about 89 residents per day. It operates as part of the Aspen Skilled Healthcare network.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.27 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.47 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 35.5%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 13 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $12,048 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.27 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •13 deficiencies at last survey
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Fresno, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 99
- Avg. residents/day
- 89
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Aspen Skilled Healthcare
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 555866
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 | $10,250–$15,400/mo (median $12,400) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Fresno 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
- 4.27
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.47
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 35.5%
- 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)
- 13
- Federal fines
- 1 ($12,048)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2026-01-09
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (53 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-01-09Severity 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.
2026-01-09Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
2026-01-09Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2026-01-09Severity 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.
2026-01-09Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
2026-01-09Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
2026-01-09Severity D — 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.
2026-01-09Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-08-02 | Fine | $12,048 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Physical therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Housekeeping & laundry
Location
1715 South Cedar, Fresno, CA
- Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Saturday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Sunday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Sierra Vista Healthcare
How much does Sierra Vista Healthcare cost?
Sierra Vista Healthcare does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Fresno, CA area typically runs $10,250–$15,400 per month (median $12,400, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Sierra Vista Healthcare's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Sierra Vista Healthcare 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Sierra Vista Healthcare?
Staff provide about 4.27 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 35.5% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Sierra Vista Healthcare?
Sierra Vista Healthcare has 53 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-01-09). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Sierra Vista Healthcare have availability?
Typically 90% full (89 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 Sierra Vista Healthcare offer?
Sierra Vista Healthcare in Fresno, 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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