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Silver Hills Health Care Center

3450 N Buffalo Dr, Las Vegas, NV 89129 · Clark County

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Fair

Haven Scout Score

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

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Availability outlook● Very limited availability

Typically 97% full (151 of 155 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 below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Las Vegas

Silver Hills Health Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Las Vegas, NV, with 155 certified beds and an average of about 151 residents per day. It operates as part of the Covenant Care network.

Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.66 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.55 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 66.2%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 10 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
•Below-average health-inspection rating
•Below-average nurse staffing (3.66 hrs/resident/day)
•High staff turnover (66.2%)

Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Las Vegas options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds: 155
Avg. residents/day: 151
Ownership: For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Covenant Care
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 295066

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	$10,680–$14,100/mo (median $12,030)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Las Vegas 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: 3.66; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.55; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 66.2%; 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): 10
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2025-08-20
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (27 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-11-20Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

2025-11-20Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

2025-08-20Severity 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.

2025-08-20Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

2025-08-20Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

2025-08-20Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

2025-08-20Severity D — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.

2025-08-20Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

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
✓ Library
✓ Private rooms available

Location

3450 N Buffalo Dr, Las Vegas, NV

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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Common questions about Silver Hills Health Care Center

How much does Silver Hills Health Care Center cost?

Silver Hills Health Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Las Vegas, NV area typically runs $10,680–$14,100 per month (median $12,030, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Silver Hills Health Care Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Silver Hills Health Care Center 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Silver Hills Health Care Center?

Staff provide about 3.66 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 66.2% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Silver Hills Health Care Center?

Silver Hills Health Care Center has 27 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-08-20). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Silver Hills Health Care Center have availability?

Typically 97% full (151 of 155 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 Silver Hills Health Care Center offer?

Silver Hills Health Care Center in Las Vegas, NV offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 155 beds.

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