Nursing home · Alturas, CA
Modoc Medical Center D/p SNF
225 W McDowell Ave, Alturas, CA 96101 · (530) 233-5131
Modoc Medical Center D/p SNF is a 84-bed for-profit nursing home in Alturas, California (Modoc County). It has been certified to provide Medicare and Medicaid services since 1990. On average it cares for 62 residents a day (about 74% of its certified beds). CMS gives it an overall rating of 4 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 | – | 4.54 | 3.90 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | – | 0.68 | 0.69 |
| Nurse hours per resident per day, weekends | – | – | – |
| Nursing staff turnover | 38% | 37% | 45% |
| RN turnover | 50% | – | – |
| Administrators who left | 0 | – | – |
Inspections and penalties
| Inspections & penalties | This home |
|---|---|
| Most recent standard health inspection | April 17, 2025 |
| Health deficiencies cited (most recent cycle) | 5 below the state average of 16 |
| …of which from complaint inspections | 2 |
| Federal fines (as reported by CMS) | 0 |
| 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 - Corporation. Legal business name: Last Frontier Healthcare District. 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 Modoc Medical Center D/p SNF?
CMS rates Modoc Medical Center D/p SNF 4 out of 5 stars overall, with 5 stars for health inspections, 1 for staffing and 2 for quality measures (Medicare Care Compare).
How many beds does Modoc Medical Center D/p SNF have?
84 certified beds, with an average of 62 residents a day.
Does Modoc Medical Center D/p SNF 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 Modoc Medical Center D/p SNF?
(530) 233-5131. Address: 225 W McDowell Ave, Alturas, CA 96101.
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).