Western Slope Health Center

Safety & Inspections

Health deficiencies

National median: 7

5 below national median

Total federal penalties

$8,412

CMS data as of March 1, 2026

Staffing breakdown

Average hours of nursing care each resident receives per day, by staff role. Higher numbers generally indicate more attentive care.

Total nurse staffing

National median: 4.12 hrs

4.13 hrs near national median

Registered nurse (RN)

0.38 hrs

Licensed practical nurse (LPN)

1.26 hrs

Certified nursing aide (CNA)

2.49 hrs

Quality rating trend

Overall rating improved from 2 to 5 stars over 18 data points.

Facility profile

Type

Nursing home · Nursing home

Capacity

99 certified beds · ~90 avg residents/day (91% occupancy)

Ownership

For profit - Limited Liability company

Payment accepted

Medicare Medicaid (Medicare and Medicaid)

About

Western Slope Health Center is a 99-bed, for-profit skilled nursing facility located in Placerville, California, operated by a limited liability company. The center holds a 5-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, based on a 4-star health inspection rating and a 5-star quality measures rating. While the facility maintains high marks for clinical quality, its staffing levels are currently rated at 2 out of 5 stars.

Location

3280 Washington St, Placerville, 95667, Placerville, CA

Recent reviews

• T.K. ★★★★★ February 5, 2026

  My husband spent nearly a month at Western Slope and I will always be grateful for the care and kindness he received. Before deciding on Western Slope, I went to the Medicare site to research ratings on care facilities from Placerville to Roseville. I focused on those with the best patient outcomes related to mobility and the ability to care for themselves at discharge. The whole point of my husband's stay was to build his strength to both prevent future falls and to allow him to get up if he did fall. I toured five care facilities and Western Slope was the clear winner. You learn a lot about the culture and values of a facility by visiting. Is the front lobby staff welcoming and helpful? Are the residents enjoying that beautiful lobby shown in the brochures or is it off limits to them? Is the staff interacting with the residents in the halls, or just walking by them? The culture and "vibe" at Western Slope was exactly what I was looking for. Ann greeted me from the front desk. Alana was walking through the lobby and stopped to answer my questions and show me around. Robyn, who runs the physical therapy program answered all my questions and showed me the equipment. During my husband's stay, Robyn's team provided excellent physical and occupational therapy and Robyn stopped by occasionally just to check in with him. My husband appreciated every member of that team and it was wonderful to see his confidence build as he became stronger and could do more. There is a level or caring and a team spirit at Western Slope that doesn't happen by accident, it requires leadership. I credit Devin, the site administrator for building that sense of community. Some examples of what I mean by community: Kimber, a nursing assistant would take it upon herself to answer my husband's call light if she was walking by, even if he wasn't on her patient list that day. Treasure, Omar, and Rebecca did the same, and all of them did it with a smile. When my husband thought a piece of equipment in rehab would be easier to use if it had pedal straps, Devin stopped by his room to talk more about it and then ordered the straps. I have more examples than room to list them, but you get the idea. Taking my husband to a care facility was one of the hardest things I've ever done. Bring him home a month later stronger and able to stand up unassisted was one of the best days of my life. Do your research and make in-person visits but for me, if I or a loved one ever needs care again, I'll go here.

• Nancy Williams ★★★★★ January 7, 2026

  Our mother is currently at Western Slope. I want to give a big shout out to Kimber. She is an awesome CNA and my mother loves her. She always has a smile on her face, always quick to help with anything and always gives mom a hug before she leaves for the day. Thank you Kimber for taking such good care of our mother.

• Cynthia Place ★★★★★ November 13, 2025

  Colleen with activities is an amazing person. She care so much for the residents at western slope. She has been a godsend for our family with our mother. She deserves to be recognized with greatness.

• Vesla Hooper ★★★★★ November 7, 2025

  Posting review from my husband who had a major stroke on September 1st: When the hospital released me, they sent me to a rehab place that was supposed to be the best for recovery in the Placerville area. I had a lot of trouble there with depression, insomnia, anxiety, and anger, and requested to move to another location. When I got to Western Slope there was a smoking section outside. I took a couple hits on my nicotine vape and I was restored to better spirits immediately. So I looked up the side effects of cold turkey withdrawal from nicotine, and a report from the internet shows some of the common symptoms include: feeling frustrated, irritable or angry, feeling sad or depressed, feeling anxious of jumpy, trouble concentrating, trouble sleeping (insomnia). Who could get better with all those symptoms of nicotine withdrawal? Another good thing about moving to Western Slope Healthcare, was they have a button that opens the doors to the outside where the other place didn't. The first place had a million-dollar dining room, but the money would be better spent on doors that opens open itself. That should be a law for people in wheelchairs and walker's trying to get out in and out of those heavy doors by themselves. At the first place they seemed like they were concentrating on your physical health, at Western Slope they treated the whole body, mind and spirit. I enjoyed my stay there for most of the part, with some outstanding help from Kimber and other nurse assistants that came in to help me - they are the true angels of the world, doing a divine service, helping those who cannot help themselves. Also had great results from Jake with physical therapy. So overall, it's not paradise, they do have hospital food with no salt, but I'm giving them five stars and highly recommend them. -- B. Hooper

• Life With Nunu ★★★★★ November 4, 2025

  Dewanda (Dee) is amazing!!! Overall fantastic... Dee really knows how to turn on an event!!!!!

Frequently asked questions

What is the overall CMS rating for Western Slope Health Center?

Western Slope Health Center has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars.

How did Western Slope Health Center score on health inspections?

Western Slope Health Center received a health inspection rating of 4 out of 5 stars from CMS.

What is the staffing rating for Western Slope Health Center?

Western Slope Health Center has a staffing rating of 2 out of 5 stars, based on nurse-to-resident ratios.

How many beds does Western Slope Health Center have?

Western Slope Health Center has 99 certified beds.

Does Western Slope Health Center accept Medicare or Medicaid?

Yes, Western Slope Health Center accepts Medicare and Medicaid.

Where is Western Slope Health Center located?

Western Slope Health Center is located at 3280 Washington St, Placerville, 95667, Placerville, California.

How can I contact Western Slope Health Center?

You can reach Western Slope Health Center by phone at +1 530-622-6842.

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