Nursing home · Bakersfield, CA
The Rehabilitation Center of Bakersfield
2211 Mount Vernon Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93306 · (661) 872-2121
The Rehabilitation Center of Bakersfield is a 160-bed for-profit nursing home in Bakersfield, California (Kern County). It has been certified to provide Medicare and Medicaid services since 1986. On average it cares for 138 residents a day (about 86% of its certified beds). It is part of Citrus Wellness Centre, a group of 5 nursing homes. CMS gives it an overall rating of 1 out of 5 stars; the average in California is 3.2.
Ratings
| CMS rating | Stars |
|---|---|
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Health inspections | ★★★★★ |
| Staffing | ★★★★★ |
| Quality measures | ★★★★★ |
Staffing
| Staffing | This home | California avg | US avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse hours per resident per day | 4.14 | 4.54 | 3.90 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.33 | 0.68 | 0.69 |
| Nurse hours per resident per day, weekends | 3.72 | – | – |
| Nursing staff turnover | – | 37% | 45% |
| RN turnover | – | – | – |
| Administrators who left | – | – | – |
Inspections and penalties
| Inspections & penalties | This home |
|---|---|
| Most recent standard health inspection | January 16, 2026 |
| Health deficiencies cited (most recent cycle) | 15 below the state average of 16 |
| …of which from complaint inspections | 0 |
| Federal fines (as reported by CMS) | 2 totalling $23,740 |
| Medicare payment denials | 0 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home provider information, Oct 2026 release (CMS Provider Data Catalog: Nursing homes). Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company. Legal business name: Bakersfield Healthcare & Wellness Centre LLC. Check the latest details and full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare. How to read these ratings →
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Common questions
What is the star rating of The Rehabilitation Center of Bakersfield?
CMS rates The Rehabilitation Center of Bakersfield 1 out of 5 stars overall, with 1 stars for health inspections, 2 for staffing and 3 for quality measures (Medicare Care Compare).
How many beds does The Rehabilitation Center of Bakersfield have?
160 certified beds, with an average of 138 residents a day.
Does The Rehabilitation Center of Bakersfield accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for Medicare and Medicaid. Ask the nursing home about current availability for your coverage.
What is the phone number for The Rehabilitation Center of Bakersfield?
(661) 872-2121. Address: 2211 Mount Vernon Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93306.
Before you choose
- Visit at different times, including evenings and weekends.
- Ask how many residents each nurse and aide cares for on each shift.
- Read the latest inspection report and ask what has been fixed.
- Ask whether a bed is available for your coverage (Medicare, Medicaid or private pay).