Kern Medical Center
Bakersfield, California · Kern CountyCMS #050315
222 BedsNot-for-Profit
Financial Snapshot
-93.4%
Operating Margin
State median: -3.5%
-93.4%
Total Margin
18
Days Cash on Hand
State median: 8
78.9%
Occupancy Rate
State median: 62.0%
Source: CMS Cost Reports (HCRIS)
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Community Context
County Health Indicators
Diabetes13.0%
Obesity35.9%
Uninsured7.7%
PCPs per 10K4.8
Primary Care HPSADental Health HPSAMental Health HPSA
Sources: County Health Rankings, CDC SVI 2022, HRSA HPSA
Nearest Hospitals
| Hospital | Beds | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bakersfield Memorial Hospital | 421 | 2.3 mi |
| Central California Rehabilitation Hospital | 50 | 2.7 mi |
| Adventist Health Bakersfield | 255 | 2.9 mi |
Data from CMS Provider of Services, CMS Cost Reports (HCRIS), County Health Rankings, CDC Social Vulnerability Index, and HRSA Bureau of Health Workforce. Last updated: 2026-03-11.