Nursing Homes in Los Banos, California
Los Banos has 2 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 94 beds. The city average CMS rating is 2.5 stars, which is below California's state average of 3.1 stars. 1 facility earns a B grade or better and is recommended for family consideration.
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Facilities graded A or B that meet our quality standards
City Average
-0.65 vs state
Total Beds
94
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
0 under CMS review
0 with abuse citations
Nurse Availability
19 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Well Staffed
1
exceed staffing threshold
50% of facilities
Zero Fines
passed all inspections
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Top Rated in Los Banos
New Bethany Skilled Nursing
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New Bethany Skilled Nursing
★★★★★ · 73/100 · 35 beds
Los Banos Post Acute
★★★★★ · 40/100 · 59 beds
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About Nursing Home Care in Los Banos
In the nursing home market of Los Banos, CA, families will find limited but decent options. The standout is New Bethany Skilled Nursing, which holds a solid Grade B with a 4-star CMS rating. While the overall average rating for facilities in the area is below the state average, families can feel somewhat reassured knowing that no facilities have major red flags. However, the limited options may still lead families to consider nearby cities for additional choices.
When exploring facilities, New Bethany Skilled Nursing should be at the top of your list due to its clean record with zero fines in the past three years. On the other hand, families considering additional options should be aware that there is only one other facility, Los Banos Post Acute, which unfortunately does not meet the same standards and may not be worth your time.
Skip Los Banos Post Acute entirely, as it has a troubling Grade D and has not demonstrated the quality of care families expect. A good rule of thumb when visiting any facility is to pay close attention to the interactions between staff and residents; this can provide invaluable insight into the overall environment and care quality.
Los Banos at a Glance
Good News
- • 2 facilities with clean records—no fines in 3 years
- • 1 community-run facility (non-profit)
- • 1 facility has more nurses than required
Be Aware
- • 1 facility has serious problems—check before visiting
- • Some facilities have less nurse time than recommended
- • City average is below state average—research carefully
What's Changing
- → 2 facilities stayed the same
- ★ Overall: Los Banos is stable
Questions Los Banos Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?
CMS recommends 0.75 hrs; Los Banos avg is 0.32 hrs (19 min)
Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?
2 of 2 Los Banos facilities have zero fines
What were your most recent inspection findings?
Ask for specifics—1 local facility has serious deficiencies
What is your staff-to-resident ratio on weekends?
Weekend staffing often differs from weekday levels
Finding Quality Nursing Home Care in Los Banos, California
Los Banos, California's Merced County seat, has 2 Medicare-certified nursing homes with approximately 94 beds. Families should research carefully—quality varies significantly from one facility to the next.
Los Banos vs. California: A Concerning Gap
Los Banos nursing homes fall below the state average on key quality metrics. The city's average CMS rating of 2.50 stars trails California's statewide average of 3.15 stars by nearly 0.7 stars—a significant gap that families should take seriously. The below-average performance is somewhat surprising for a major urban area, where competition and workforce availability typically drive higher quality.
Federal inspection data reveals 1 facility classified as high-risk based on patterns of serious deficiencies, complaints, or CMS enforcement actions. Only 1 of 2 facility earns a B grade or better, meaning families should be prepared to look beyond the closest option to find quality care.
Understanding Our Trust Score System
The Trust Score is a 0-100 rating calculated from CMS's official nursing home database. The score combines five data categories:
- Health Inspection Results — Recent deficiencies, their severity, and patterns over time
- Staffing Levels — RN hours, total nursing hours, and weekend staffing
- Quality Measures — Clinical outcomes like falls, pressure ulcers, and rehospitalizations
- Penalties — Fines, payment denials, and enforcement actions
- Complaints — Substantiated complaints and their severity
In Los Banos, 1 facility scores a B grade or better, indicating they meet quality benchmarks across these categories. We recommend families prioritize these facilities and carefully research any facility rated C or below before visiting.
Staffing: A Significant Concern in Los Banos
Staffing levels are among the most important predictors of nursing home quality. Research consistently shows that facilities with more nursing staff—especially registered nurses—have better outcomes for residents.
Los Banos facilities average 0.32 RN hours per resident day, which falls below the CMS-recommended threshold of 0.75 hours. The typical Los Banos resident receives approximately 19 minutes of RN attention daily—compared to the 45 minutes experts recommend.
1 Los Banos facilities exceed CMS staffing recommendations. Families prioritizing staffing should look for facilities with the "Top Staffing" badge and ask specifically about RN hours during facility visits.
Ownership: Mix of For-Profit and Non-Profit
Los Banos has 1 non-profit nursing homes and 1 for-profit facility. 1 of 2 facility is chain-owned, with the remainder independently operated.
Research suggests non-profit facilities often have higher staffing levels and fewer deficiencies on average, though ownership type alone does not guarantee quality. Families should evaluate each facility individually using inspection data, staffing levels, and recent deficiency reports.
Nearby Alternatives Worth Considering
Los Banos's below-average ratings mean families may benefit from expanding their search to nearby cities. The following California cities offer multiple nursing home options:
- Los Angeles — 78 facilities
- Long Beach — 25 facilities
- Sacramento — 22 facilities
- San Diego — 21 facilities
- Fresno — 19 facilities
- San Jose — 19 facilities
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes are in Los Banos, California?
Los Banos has 2 Medicare-certified nursing homes with a total of 94 beds. The city average CMS rating is 2.5 stars, which is below California's state average of 3.1 stars.
What are the best nursing homes in Los Banos?
Based on our Trust Score analysis of CMS inspection data, the top-rated nursing homes in Los Banos include:
- • New Bethany Skilled Nursing — Grade B, 73/100 Trust Score
- • Los Banos Post Acute — Grade D, 40/100 Trust Score
These facilities have strong inspection records and staffing levels.
Which Los Banos nursing homes should I avoid?
We flag 1 facility in Los Banos as high-risk based on patterns of serious deficiencies, substantial fines, or placement on CMS's Special Focus Facility list. These facilities are marked with warning indicators in our listings above.
We recommend avoiding facilities with: Grade D or F, recent "Immediate Jeopardy" citations (indicating serious harm or risk to residents), or those on CMS's Special Focus Facility list.
The Bottom Line on Los Banos Nursing Homes
Los Banos has below-average nursing home ratings. Research carefully and consider nearby cities. Focus your search on the 1 facility graded A or B, particularly those with zero fines and strong staffing. Avoid the 1 high-risk facilities flagged in our analysis.