Barstow, CA · 60 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingUsually has openings
One of Barstow's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $10,680–$16,050/mo
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Sierra Vista
3455 East Highland Ave, Highland, CA 92346 · San Bernardino County
Sierra Vista Behavioral Health Center is a Medicare-certified skilled nursing and behavioral health facility located in Highland, California.
67
GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlook● Very limited availability
Typically 100% full (116 of 116 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.
If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.
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 Highland
Sierra Vista is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Highland, CA, with 116 certified beds and an average of about 116 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 2.45 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.39 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 31.4%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 15 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓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
- •Below-average nurse staffing (2.45 hrs/resident/day)
- •15 deficiencies at last survey
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Highland, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 116
- Avg. residents/day
- 116
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 05A027
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 | $10,680–$16,050/mo (median $12,920) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Riverside 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
- 2.45
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.39
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 31.4%
- 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)
- 15
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2026-02-26
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (30 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-02-26Severity 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.
2026-02-26Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
2026-02-26Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
2026-02-26Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
2026-02-26Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
2026-02-26Severity E — 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…
2026-02-26Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.
2026-02-26Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.
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
- ✓ Daily activities & events
Location
3455 East Highland Ave, Highland, 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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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Sierra Vista
How much does Sierra Vista cost?
Sierra Vista does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Highland, CA area typically runs $10,680–$16,050 per month (median $12,920, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Sierra Vista's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Sierra Vista 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Sierra Vista?
Staff provide about 2.45 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 31.4% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Sierra Vista?
Sierra Vista has 30 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-02-26). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Sierra Vista have availability?
Typically 100% full (116 of 116 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Sierra Vista offer?
Sierra Vista in Highland, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 116 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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