Worth Considering
9
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Oakland, California
9 of 18 nursing homes in Oakland (50%) meet our strict criteria. The California statewide average is 29%.
9 recommended · 5 caution · 4 avoid · data
City Average
3.9
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
1,399
across 18 facilities
High Risk Facilities
4
2 Grade F
$328,978 in combined fines
Zero Fines
10
/18
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 9?
The nursing home market in Oakland, California, is strong, with 50% of the 18 facilities recommended for quality care. Families should be aware of the four facilities in the avoid tier, which collectively have incurred $270,416 in fines, while top-rated EXCELL HEALTH CARE CENTER stands out with an A+ rating.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 EXCELL HEALTH CARE CENTER (95) — Excelling with a Trust Score of 95/100 and an impressive CMS 5★ rating, Excellen Health Care Center provides top-notch service without any fines. Its A+ grade reflects a commitment to quality care, making it a premier choice for residents seeking exceptional nursing support.
- 2 BAY AREA HEALTHCARE CENTER (95) — Bay Area Healthcare Center stands out with a Trust Score of 95/100 and a stellar CMS 5★ rating. With an A+ grade and no fines, this facility demonstrates excellence in patient care, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all residents.
- 3 ST PAUL'S TOWERS (90) — St Paul's Towers shines as a non-profit facility with a Trust Score of 90/100 and a CMS 5★ rating. Its A grade and community-focused approach provide residents with compassionate care, making it an excellent choice for those seeking a nurturing environment.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 4 PIEDMONT GARDENS HEALTH FACILITY (88) — Piedmont Gardens Health Facility offers a strong Trust Score of 88/100 and a CMS 5★ rating, showcasing a commitment to quality care. As a non-profit, it emphasizes community engagement, providing a warm and welcoming atmosphere for its 94 residents.
- 5 BELLAKEN SKILLED NURSING CENTER (85) — Bellaken Skilled Nursing Center boasts a Trust Score of 85/100 and a CMS 5★ rating, ensuring high-quality care with zero fines. Its B+ grade highlights a reliable and professional environment that residents can trust for their healthcare needs.
- 6 PRINCETON MANOR HEALTHCARE CENTER, LLC (80) — Princeton Manor Healthcare Center, LLC features a Trust Score of 80/100 and a commendable CMS 5★ rating. The B+ grade indicates consistent quality, making it a dependable choice for residents seeking compassionate care in a welcoming setting.
- 7 MCCLURE POST ACUTE (80) — McClure Post Acute has a Trust Score of 80/100 and a CMS 5★ rating, reflecting a commitment to quality without any fines. The B+ grade signifies reliable care, making it a solid option for those in need of skilled nursing services.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 8 MEDICAL HILL HEALTHCARE CENTER (78) — Medical Hill Healthcare Center holds a Trust Score of 78/100 and a CMS 4★ rating, ensuring a good level of care for its 124 residents. While it has a B grade, ongoing improvements aim to enhance the overall experience for its residents.
- 9 REDWOOD HEALTHCARE CENTER LLC (75) — Redwood Healthcare Center LLC has a Trust Score of 75/100 and a CMS 4★ rating, indicating a satisfactory level of care. With a B grade, it is working towards improving its services, making it a consideration for those seeking nursing support.
The other 9 Oakland facilities didn't qualify — 4 carry Grade D or F ratings and 8 have fines totaling $328K.
Recommended
Excelling with a Trust Score of 95/100 and an impressive CMS 5★ rating, Excellen Health Care Center provides top-notch service without any fines. Its A+ grade reflects a commitment to quality care, making it a premier choice for residents seeking exceptional nursing support.
Bay Area Healthcare Center stands out with a Trust Score of 95/100 and a stellar CMS 5★ rating. With an A+ grade and no fines, this facility demonstrates excellence in patient care, ensuring a safe and supportive environment for all residents.
St Paul's Towers shines as a non-profit facility with a Trust Score of 90/100 and a CMS 5★ rating. Its A grade and community-focused approach provide residents with compassionate care, making it an excellent choice for those seeking a nurturing environment.
Piedmont Gardens Health Facility offers a strong Trust Score of 88/100 and a CMS 5★ rating, showcasing a commitment to quality care. As a non-profit, it emphasizes community engagement, providing a warm and welcoming atmosphere for its 94 residents.
Bellaken Skilled Nursing Center boasts a Trust Score of 85/100 and a CMS 5★ rating, ensuring high-quality care with zero fines. Its B+ grade highlights a reliable and professional environment that residents can trust for their healthcare needs.
Princeton Manor Healthcare Center, LLC features a Trust Score of 80/100 and a commendable CMS 5★ rating. The B+ grade indicates consistent quality, making it a dependable choice for residents seeking compassionate care in a welcoming setting.
McClure Post Acute has a Trust Score of 80/100 and a CMS 5★ rating, reflecting a commitment to quality without any fines. The B+ grade signifies reliable care, making it a solid option for those in need of skilled nursing services.
Medical Hill Healthcare Center holds a Trust Score of 78/100 and a CMS 4★ rating, ensuring a good level of care for its 124 residents. While it has a B grade, ongoing improvements aim to enhance the overall experience for its residents.
Redwood Healthcare Center LLC has a Trust Score of 75/100 and a CMS 4★ rating, indicating a satisfactory level of care. With a B grade, it is working towards improving its services, making it a consideration for those seeking nursing support.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Also Worth Considering
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Oakland Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.9 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 9?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 2 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 8 Have fines totaling $328,978
- Low-scoring facilities
- 5 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 5 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Oakland Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Oakland's city average is 3.9 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
8 of 18 Oakland facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Oakland avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Oakland facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Oakland, CA are recommended?
9 of 18 nursing homes in Oakland (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Oakland "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Oakland?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.