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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Western Slope Health Center
3280 Washington Street, Placerville, CA 95667 · El Dorado County
81
StrongHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.Photos via google places.
Availability outlook● Very limited availability
Typically 95% full (95 of 99 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.
One of Placerville's top-rated skilled nursing communities
Western Slope Health Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Placerville, CA, with 99 certified beds and an average of about 95 residents per day. It operates as part of the Pacs Group network.
Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.88 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.36 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 59.1%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 6 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $8,412 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓5-star overall CMS rating
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.88 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Placerville for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 99
- Avg. residents/day
- 95
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Pacs Group
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 056243
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
- 3.88
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.36
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 59.1%
- 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)
- 6
- Federal fines
- 1 ($8,412)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2026-03-06
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (31 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-03-06Severity 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.
2026-03-06Severity E — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
2026-03-06Severity 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.
2026-03-06Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2026-03-06Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
2025-08-05Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
2024-12-05Severity E — 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.
2024-12-05Severity 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2023-09-18 | Fine | $8,412 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
Location
3280 Washington Street, Placerville, 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 Western Slope Health Center
How much does Western Slope Health Center cost?
Western Slope Health Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Placerville, 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 Western Slope Health Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Western Slope Health Center 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Western Slope Health Center?
Staff provide about 3.88 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 59.1% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Western Slope Health Center?
Western Slope Health Center has 31 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-03-06). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Western Slope Health Center have availability?
Typically 95% full (95 of 99 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 Western Slope Health Center offer?
Western Slope Health Center in Placerville, 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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