The Orchards Post-Acute
The Orchards Post-Acute – Medicare Certified Since 1997
The Orchards Post-Acute is a Medicare and Medicaid certified skilled nursing facility located in Bakersfield, California. This facility has been serving the community for 29 years. A Medicare-certified skilled nursing facility provides 24-hour nursing care, rehabilitation services, and assistance with activities of daily living for patients who need skilled nursing or rehabilitation services on a daily basis.
This facility has 150 certified beds with a current occupancy rate of 93% (averaging 139 residents per day), which is high. Skilled nursing facilities provide 24-hour nursing care for patients who need rehabilitation services after a hospital stay or ongoing care for chronic conditions. Services include skilled nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and assistance with daily activities.
Staffing Levels: Based on CMS payroll data, this facility provides approximately 4.02 hours of total nursing care per resident per day (2.62 hours from CNAs, 0.89 hours from LPNs, 0.51 hours from RNs). Physical therapy staffing is 0.05 hours per resident per day. This staffing level meets research-recommended quality thresholds.
Medicare Quality Ratings: According to CMS, The Orchards Post-Acute has an overall quality rating of 1 out of 5 stars, which is much below average compared to other nursing homes nationwide. Individual category ratings are: health inspection: 1 stars, staffing: 3 stars, quality measures: 2 stars.
Medicare Coverage: Medicare covers skilled nursing facility care for up to 100 days following a qualifying hospital stay of at least 3 days. Days 1-20 are fully covered by Medicare, days 21-100 require a daily coinsurance payment. Many residents also use Medicaid, private insurance, or pay privately for long-term stays.
Questions to Ask: When visiting a nursing home, ask about: staff-to-resident ratios and RN coverage around the clock, how they handle medical emergencies, activities and therapy programs, how they communicate with families, their approach to falls prevention, and policies for managing resident complaints.
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Local Comparison Snapshot
How The Orchards Post-Acute compares to 18 facilities in Bakersfield, CA
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Data from CMS Medicare Compare and Payroll-Based Journal. Area averages based on 18 facilities in Bakersfield, CA.
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Medicare Star Ratings
Official CMS ratings based on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures
Data as of December 2025
Star Ratings History
Quarterly performance from 2013-2026
How Does This Facility Compare?
Compared to 18 other nursing homes in Bakersfield, CA
Based on CMS Medicare star ratings. Higher ratings indicate better performance.
Staffing Hours per Resident Day
Staffing data from CMS Payroll-Based Journal. Higher hours generally indicate more direct care time.
Staff Turnover Rate
Lower turnover rates generally indicate a more stable workforce and better continuity of care.
Agency/Contract Staff Usage
Lower agency usage often indicates better staff retention. High agency rates (>30%) may suggest staffing challenges.
Agency Staff Trends
Historical agency/contract staff usage by role
Data from CMS Payroll-Based Journal (PBJ). Agency % = contractor hours / total hours.
Direct Care Staffing
Average minutes of direct nursing care per resident per day
Data as of December 2025
Staffing Trends
Direct care minutes per resident per day
Occupancy Rate History
Average daily residents as a percentage of certified beds
Data from CMS Provider Info files. Occupancy = Average Residents per Day / Certified Beds.
Staff Turnover History
Annual percentage of nursing staff who left the facility
Data as of December 2025
Data from CMS Payroll-Based Journal. Turnover = staff who left during the year / total staff.
Average Daily Rate
Average daily charge for care at this facility
Based on CMS Cost Report data (inpatient revenue ÷ total patient days)
Data Source: Financial data from CMS Skilled Nursing Facility Cost Reports. Data typically lags 1-2 years. This information is for educational purposes only and should not be the sole basis for financial or care decisions. CareListings does not guarantee accuracy.
Financial Health
Comprehensive financial indicators from CMS Cost Reports
Data from fiscal year 2023 (most recent available - cost report data lags ~2 years)
Staff Investment: Higher spending per resident often correlates with better care quality.
Payer Mix: Shows revenue sources. Higher Medicare % typically means more post-acute/rehab care; higher Medicaid % indicates more long-term care residents.
Nonprofit/Government: May operate with lower margins while still providing quality care due to community mission.
Data Source: All financial data on this page comes from CMS Skilled Nursing Facility Cost Reports submitted by the facility to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not be the sole basis for any financial or care decisions. Cost report data typically lags 1-2 years. CareListings does not guarantee the accuracy of this data.
Who Stays Here
Breakdown of residents by payment type
Based on fiscal year 2023 cost report data
Average Length of Stay
How long residents typically stay at this facility
Based on fiscal year 2023 cost report data
Services
Comprehensive skilled nursing services, rehabilitation programs, and medical care in BAKERSFIELD
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Reviews
The Orchards Skilled Nursing Facility deserves every bit of this 5-star review! From the moment my family and I walked through the doors, we knew our loved one was in the right place. The entire staff — from the nurses and therapists to the administrative team — showed incredible professionalism, compassion, and patience. They truly go above and beyond to make residents feel comfortable, respected, and cared for. The facility itself is always spotless, warm, and welcoming. The rooms are bright and comfortable, the meals are nutritious and well-prepared, and the activities they offer really help residents stay engaged and happy. The therapy team is exceptional — they took the time to personalize care plans and kept us updated on progress every step of the way. What really stands out about The Orchards is how much they treat everyone like family. You can tell that the staff genuinely cares — not just about doing their jobs, but about making a difference in people’s lives. We’re so grateful for everything they’ve done and would recommend The Orchards to anyone looking for a skilled nursing facility that combines expert care with true compassion.
My loved one received amazing care at The Orchards. The staff was kind, attentive, and truly went above and beyond to make recovery comfortable. She loved the food and soup served in dining room on Fridays! We felt supported every step of the way and are so grateful for their compassion and professionalism.
I would like to thank the staff for the care given to my Mother at The Orchards. She was with them for just over 2 years and just passed away at 100 years of age last month. I made many friends among the staff over her time there. They were always kind and thoughtful. As I visited frequently, she was always well cared for and they were always quickly responsive to her needs. I will be eternally grateful for their help in her final years. With much love, Margie Richards
The nursing staff is wonderful—always kind, caring, and attentive. They really take good care of my loved one. The food is great too, with good portions and variety. We’re very happy with the care and service here.
I was here for over a month for IV and wound treatment after surgery. They treated me very well here. The nurses were attentive to my care, the physical therapy was daily for continual progress, and the food was delicious.
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