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San Mateo Medical Center D/p Snf

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222 West 39th Avenue, San Mateo, CA 94403

Care Types

Skilled Nursing
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About San Mateo Medical Center D/p Snf

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San Mateo Medical Center D/P SNF, located at 222 West 39th Avenue in San Mateo, California, is a distinct-part skilled nursing facility operated by San Mateo County Government. As a county-administered healthcare institution, this facility is part of the broader San Mateo Medical Center campus—a longstanding pillar of public health care on the San Francisco Peninsula. The facility serves residents across the full spectrum of medical need, with a particular commitment to ensuring accessible, high-quality skilled nursing care for all members of the community, regardless of their financial circumstances. Situated on the established San Mateo Medical Center campus, the SNF benefits from direct integration with one of San Mateo County's primary healthcare systems. Residents have ready access to the Medical Center's clinical staff, specialists, laboratories, and ancillary services, creating a uniquely seamless continuum of care that is rarely available in standalone skilled nursing settings. Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, operated by Stanford Health Care, is also close by, providing additional specialist resources and acute care services. West 39th Avenue sits in a well-established residential neighborhood in central San Mateo, offering a calm, community-oriented setting for recovery and long-term care. The beautiful Central Park San Mateo, home to a peaceful Japanese Garden, tennis courts, and shaded walking paths, is just a short distance away—a wonderful destination for family visits. Hillsdale Shopping Center, one of the Peninsula's major retail hubs, offers convenient dining, shopping, and services for visiting families. For those who appreciate the Bay's natural splendor, Coyote Point County Park and the San Francisco Bay Trail are easily accessible, offering waterfront views, wildlife, and open-air recreation. San Mateo's moderate climate, excellent dining scene along the Third Avenue corridor, and rich sense of community history make it an inviting place for families to spend time with loved ones. As a government-county operated facility, San Mateo Medical Center D/P SNF upholds public health standards and provides services to a broad cross-section of the community, including those relying on Medi-Cal and county assistance programs. The professional nursing and therapy staff are focused on delivering compassionate, evidence-based care in alignment with the Medical Center's overarching mission of community health.

Care Types at San Mateo Medical Center D/p Snf

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Skilled Nursing

Round-the-clock medical care and rehabilitation services provided by licensed nurses and therapists for seniors with complex health needs requiring professional oversight.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What does 'D/P SNF' mean, and how is this facility different from a standalone nursing home? +

D/P SNF stands for 'Distinct Part Skilled Nursing Facility,' meaning the skilled nursing unit is a designated portion of a larger hospital or medical center campus. This structure gives residents direct access to the broader San Mateo Medical Center's clinical resources, specialists, and ancillary services—a significant advantage over freestanding facilities.

Is San Mateo Medical Center D/P SNF a public or government facility? +

Yes, the facility is operated by San Mateo County Government as part of the San Mateo Medical Center system. County-operated facilities are accountable to public oversight standards and are typically committed to serving all community members, including those covered by Medi-Cal and county health programs.

What hospitals and medical services are available near this facility? +

As a distinct part of San Mateo Medical Center, residents have on-campus access to county medical services. Mills-Peninsula Medical Center (Stanford Health Care) is also nearby, offering emergency, surgical, and specialty care. This dual access to both county and private hospital systems provides exceptional care continuity for residents.

What is the West 39th Avenue neighborhood like for families visiting San Mateo? +

The area is a well-established residential neighborhood in central San Mateo. Families visiting will find easy access to Central Park San Mateo, the Hillsdale Shopping Center, and the lively Third Avenue dining district. Coyote Point Park along San Francisco Bay is also nearby for outdoor outings.

How do I arrange care or get admissions information for San Mateo Medical Center D/P SNF? +

Contact the facility at (650) 573-3678 to speak with the admissions or care coordination team. As a county facility, they can provide guidance on eligibility, insurance coverage including Medicare and Medi-Cal, and the process for transitioning from an acute hospital stay to skilled nursing care.

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