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Nursing homes in Kern County, CA

17 nursing homes certified by Medicare. Medicare star rating: 4★ 2 · 3★ 1 · 2★ 6 · 1★ 8.

A nursing home (skilled nursing facility) gives 24-hour nursing care and help with daily activities. Some people stay for a short time to recover after a hospital stay (rehabilitation); others live there long term. The homes listed here are certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid and inspected by the state.

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All nursing homes in Kern County

Arvin (1)

Bakersfield (10)

Delano (3)

Lake Isabella (1)

Ridgecrest (1)

Shafter (1)

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Common questions

How many nursing homes are in Kern County?

Medicare (CMS) lists 17 nursing homes in Kern County, California. 17 have a Medicare star rating.

Which nursing homes in Kern County have 5 stars?

None has 5 stars in the current Medicare data.

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), “Provider Information”, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13. In a medical emergency, call 911. About nursing homes and their ratings