Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Yuba City, California
2 of 3 nursing homes in Yuba City (67%) meet our strict criteria. The California statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.7
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
334
across 3 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$88,927 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/3
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in Yuba City, California, is adequate, with 3 total facilities and 67% recommended. Families should note that while the top facility, Fountains, has a B+ rating, there is one facility to avoid due to significant fines totaling $88,927.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 FOUNTAINS, THE (85) — The Fountains boasts an excellent CMS 5★ rating and a strong Trust Score of 85/100, reflecting its commitment to high-quality care. With a Grade B+ and no fines, this non-profit facility focuses on community well-being and provides a supportive environment for its 145 residents.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 2 YUBA CITY POST ACUTE (70) — Yuba City Post Acute stands out with a solid CMS 4★ rating and a Trust Score of 70/100. Although a for-profit entity, it maintains a Grade B and has zero fines, making it a reliable choice for those seeking attentive care in a 59-bed setting.
The other 1 Yuba City facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $88K.
Recommended
The Fountains boasts an excellent CMS 5★ rating and a strong Trust Score of 85/100, reflecting its commitment to high-quality care. With a Grade B+ and no fines, this non-profit facility focuses on community well-being and provides a supportive environment for its 145 residents.
Yuba City Post Acute stands out with a solid CMS 4★ rating and a Trust Score of 70/100. Although a for-profit entity, it maintains a Grade B and has zero fines, making it a reliable choice for those seeking attentive care in a 59-bed setting.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Yuba City Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.7 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 1?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 1 Have fines totaling $88,927
Questions Yuba City 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?"
Yuba City's city average is 3.7 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 3 Yuba City facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Yuba City avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Yuba City 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 Yuba City, CA are recommended?
2 of 3 nursing homes in Yuba City (67%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Yuba City "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 Yuba City?
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.