Nursing home · Ridgecrest, CA
Ridgecrest Regional Transitional Care and Rehabili
1081 North China Lake Boulevard, Ridgecrest, CA 93555 · (760) 446-3551
Ridgecrest Regional Transitional Care and Rehabili is a 124-bed nonprofit nursing home in Ridgecrest, California (Kern County). It has been certified to provide Medicare and Medicaid services since 2012. On average it cares for 85 residents a day (about 68% of its certified beds). CMS gives it an overall rating of 2 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 | 4.69 | 4.54 | 3.90 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.69 | 0.68 | 0.69 |
| Nurse hours per resident per day, weekends | 3.72 | – | – |
| Nursing staff turnover | 44% | 37% | 45% |
| RN turnover | 43% | – | – |
| Administrators who left | – | – | – |
Inspections and penalties
| Inspections & penalties | This home |
|---|---|
| Most recent standard health inspection | February 26, 2026 |
| Health deficiencies cited (most recent cycle) | 11 below the state average of 16 |
| …of which from complaint inspections | 6 |
| Federal fines (as reported by CMS) | 1 totalling $27,716 |
| Medicare payment denials | 1 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home provider information, Oct 2026 release (CMS Provider Data Catalog: Nursing homes). Ownership: Non profit - Corporation. Legal business name: Ridgecrest Regional Hospital. Check the latest details and full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare. How to read these ratings →
Nearby nursing homes
- Kern Valley Healthcare District Dp SNF ★★★★★Lake Isabella · 41.6 mi · 74 beds
Assisted living nearby
- High Desert HavenRidgecrest · 2.7 mi · 154 residents
- Simply Caring Angels LLCRidgecrest · 2.7 mi · 6 residents
- High Desert Senior Living LLCInyokern · 11.6 mi · 6 residents
Common questions
What is the star rating of Ridgecrest Regional Transitional Care and Rehabili?
CMS rates Ridgecrest Regional Transitional Care and Rehabili 2 out of 5 stars overall, with 2 stars for health inspections, 4 for staffing and 3 for quality measures (Medicare Care Compare).
How many beds does Ridgecrest Regional Transitional Care and Rehabili have?
124 certified beds, with an average of 85 residents a day.
Does Ridgecrest Regional Transitional Care and Rehabili 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 Ridgecrest Regional Transitional Care and Rehabili?
(760) 446-3551. Address: 1081 North China Lake Boulevard, Ridgecrest, CA 93555.
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).