FAQ About Skilled Nursing Facilities

A Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) provides 24/7 nursing care and rehabilitative services for individuals recovering from an illness, injury, or surgery.

Patients are typically referred by their physician when they no longer need hospital care but still require medical supervision and therapy before returning home.

Through personalized rehabilitation programs — including Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy — patients are guided to recover safely and return to their personal best.

Both Skilled Nursing Facilities and Assisted Living Communities support residents with Activities of Daily Living such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.

The key difference lies in the level of medical care provided:

• Skilled Nursing Facilities offer round-the-clock nursing and medical supervision, ideal for patients recovering after hospitalization.

• Assisted Living focuses more on residential support and can only provide basic medication management and assistance.

At Bella Vista Health Center, we provide a full range of clinical and rehabilitative services, including:

• Physical Therapy

• Occupational Therapy

• Speech Therapy

• Pulmonary Rehabilitation

• Post-Acute Recovery Programs

Our interdisciplinary care team includes Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, Psychiatrists, Activity Directors, Social Service Directors, Registered Dietitians and Food & Nutrition Directors ensuring complete and coordinated care during your stay.

Many health insurance policies cover stays at Skilled Nursing Facilities.

For a complete list of accepted insurance plans at Bella Vista Health Center, please visit our Finance Page or contact our admissions office.

We also accept Private Pay, Commercial Insurance, and Workers’ Compensation.

The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) developed a Five-Star Quality Rating System to help families compare nursing facilities across the nation.

Each facility receives an overall rating and individual ratings for:

• Health Inspections

• Quality Measures

• Staffing Levels

Bella Vista Health Center is proud to maintain a 5-Star CMS Rating for excellence in patient care, safety, and staffing.

At Bella Vista Health Center,  we make every stay both therapeutic and enjoyable.

Residents can enjoy a wide range of social, physical, creative, and educational activities, including:

• Group Outings & Celebrations

• Yoga and Meditation Classes

• Live Music Events

• Salon and Concierge Services

• Diversity Activity Program

Our goal is to ensure every resident feels engaged, valued, and at home.

A common misconception about nursing homes is that the food is bland — but that’s far from the truth at Bella Vista Health Center.

Our Registered Dietitian works closely with our culinary team to prepare nutritious and flavorful meals that accommodate:

• Allergies

• Medical Conditions

• Dietary Preferences

• Cultural and Religious Needs

We believe that good nutrition is part of good healing, and every meal is prepared with care.