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Nursing Homes · Medicare certified

The Orchards Post-Acute

730 34 Street · Bakersfield, CA 93301 · 150 certified beds

6613277687

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About The Orchards Post-Acute

The Orchards Post-Acute is a nursing home in Bakersfield, California, in Kern County. Public records list 150 beds. It is Medicare certified. Ownership records list a for-profit operator and tie the listing to Links Healthcare Group. We hold 88 inspection citations for this listing, the most recent dated 19 March 2026. CMS also lists 2 fine or payment denial actions against it. Reported staffing works out to 3.92 nurse hours per resident per day. Every fact above comes from the public records listed in the sources section on this page. The newest source file we hold for this listing is dated August 2026.

Public record

CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026

Certification

  • Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)

Ratings

1.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-07-01.GOV

Staffing rating

3.0

Quality-measure rating

3.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

71

Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025Q4.GOV

Staffing rating

Not published

Quality-measure rating

Not published

Inspections on record

Not published

Cited deficiencies

Not published

1.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-06-01.GOV

Staffing rating

3.0

Quality-measure rating

2.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

71

Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026Q1.GOV

Staffing rating

Not published

Quality-measure rating

Not published

Inspections on record

Not published

Cited deficiencies

Not published

2.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-08-01.GOV

Staffing rating

3.0

Quality-measure rating

3.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

66

Inspection history (88)

Records from April 2022 to March 2026.

  • March 13, 2025 · E

    Citation F0552

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-13 under CMS tag F0552 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-03. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-13.GOV
  • March 13, 2025 · E

    Citation F0730

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-13 under CMS tag F0730 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-03. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-13.GOV
  • March 13, 2025 · D

    Citation F0755

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-13 under CMS tag F0755 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-04-03. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-13.GOV
  • January 16, 2025 · D

    Citation F0626

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-16 under CMS tag F0626 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Permit a resident to return to the nursing home after hospitalization or therapeutic leave that exceeds bed-hold policy. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-01-17. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-01-16.GOV
  • December 11, 2024 · G

    Citation F0693

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-12-11 under CMS tag F0693 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-01-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-12-11.GOV
  • December 11, 2024 · D

    Citation F0658

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-12-11 under CMS tag F0658 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-01-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-12-11.GOV
  • December 11, 2024 · D

    Citation F0726

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-12-11 under CMS tag F0726 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-01-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-12-11.GOV
  • September 27, 2024 · D

    Citation F0689

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-09-27 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-10-04. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-09-27.GOV
  • August 28, 2024 · D

    Citation F0686

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-28 under CMS tag F0686 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-26. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-08-28.GOV
  • August 27, 2024 · D

    Citation F0690

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-27 under CMS tag F0690 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-26. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-08-27.GOV
  • July 17, 2024 · D

    Citation F0609

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-17 under CMS tag F0609 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-08-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-07-17.GOV
  • June 19, 2024 · E

    Citation F0925

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-19 under CMS tag F0925 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-07-15. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-06-19.GOV
  • June 19, 2024 · E

    Citation F0812

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-19 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-07-15. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-06-19.GOV
  • June 17, 2024 · D

    Citation F0677

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-17 under CMS tag F0677 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-06-22. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-06-17.GOV
  • May 6, 2024 · D

    Citation F0755

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-05-06 under CMS tag F0755 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-05-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-06.GOV
  • May 6, 2024 · D

    Citation F0580

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-05-06 under CMS tag F0580 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-05-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-06.GOV
  • March 28, 2024 · D

    Citation F0676

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-28 under CMS tag F0676 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-03-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-03-28.GOV
  • February 15, 2024 · E

    Citation F0867

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-02-15 under CMS tag F0867 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-03-15. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-02-15.GOV
  • February 15, 2024 · E

    Citation F0584

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-02-15 under CMS tag F0584 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-03-15. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-02-15.GOV
  • February 15, 2024 · E

    Citation F0638

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-02-15 under CMS tag F0638 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-03-15. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-02-15.GOV

Penalties (2)

Total fines on file: $23,603

  • March 19, 2026 · Fine

    Citation FINE-139290

    CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $14,380 against this nursing home on 2026-03-19 (Fine ID: 139290). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-03-19.GOV
  • December 11, 2024 · Fine

    Citation FINE-131059

    CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $9,223 against this nursing home on 2024-12-11 (Fine ID: 131059). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-12-11.GOV

Staffing

Latest: 3.92 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)

Staffing trend (5 periods)

  1. 2025Q43.93 hrs/resident/day
  2. 2026-06-013.93 hrs/resident/day
  3. 2026-07-013.92 hrs/resident/day
  4. 2026-08-013.92 hrs/resident/day
  5. 2026Q13.92 hrs/resident/day

Most recent period is about the same as 2025Q4. Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.

Ownership

For profit

CMS Care Compare chain: Links Healthcare Group

Chain ID 318 · 32 facilities in chain (CMS)

  • Chain average overall rating: 2.9
  • Chain average health inspection rating: 2.7
  • Chain average staffing rating: 2.7
  • Chain average quality measure rating: 4.1

Chain averages are CMS-published figures for facilities sharing this Chain ID (formerly Affiliated Entity). They are not ElderCareCosts scores.

  1. Parent organization: Links Healthcare Group LLC

    parent · PAC 7315211729

Recent changes to this listing

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  1. Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)

  2. Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit - Limited Liability company".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)

  3. Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)

  4. Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit - Limited Liability company".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)

  5. Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)

Ratings, inspections, and penalties are public records, reproduced in plain English without edits to their substance. View source records · What these measures mean.

Typical cost

Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025

This provider doesn't publish a specific price to us. Below is the typical CA range for the care type(s) it offers. Use it as context, not a quote.

Nursing Homes

Median · CA$12,167/mo
See full CA cost breakdownSource: Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · Updated 2025

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