Nursing home

Autumn Creek Post Acute

587 Rio Lindo Avenue, Chico, CA 95926

★★★★★Overall Medicare rating
★★★★★Health inspections
★★★★★Staffing
★★★★★Quality measures

Medicare rates every nursing home from 1 to 5 stars. 5 is much above average, 1 is much below.

Findings, latest cycle25
Findings with harm or immediate jeopardy, 3 cycles4
Fines, 3 years$106,707
Beds184
Medicare has flagged this home for abuse: an inspection found that a resident was harmed by abuse, or there were repeated findings of possible abuse. Open this home on Medicare.gov

Inspection findings

Inspectors recorded 83 findings in the last three inspection cycles.

4 Actual harm to a resident79 No harm, but a risk of harm

Each entry below is a requirement that inspectors found the home did not meet on that date, in the regulator's own English wording.

Inspection dateAreaRequirement the home did not meet (official wording, in English)SeverityCorrected
Aug 11, 2026Resident assessment and care planningSafeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. (F0842)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: Aug 13, 2026
Jul 28, 2026Quality of life and careEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. (F0689)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: Aug 25, 2026
Jul 14, 2026Resident assessment and care planningCreate and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted (F0655)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: Jul 17, 2026
Jul 14, 2026Resident rightsEnsure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. (F0552)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Jul 17, 2026
Earlier inspections (79)
Inspection dateAreaRequirement the home did not meet (official wording, in English)SeverityCorrected
May 21, 2026Abuse, neglect and exploitationTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. (F0609)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: May 21, 2026
May 18, 2026Quality of life and careEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. (F0689)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: May 15, 2026
Apr 23, 2026Resident rightsEnsure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge. (F0627)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: May 8, 2026
Mar 9, 2026Abuse, neglect and exploitationTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. (F0609)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Apr 1, 2026
Mar 6, 2026Nursing and physician servicesProvide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. (F0725)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: Mar 14, 2026
Feb 20, 2026Resident assessment and care planningCreate and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted (F0655)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Feb 21, 2026
Jan 6, 2026AdministrationEstablish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility. (F0837)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: Jan 26, 2026
Jan 6, 2026Nursing and physician servicesEnsure that nurse aides who have worked more than 4 months, are trained and competent; and nurse aides who have worked less than 4 months are enrolled in appropriate training. (F0728)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: Jan 26, 2026
Dec 31, 2025Pharmacy and medicationsProvide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. (F0755)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Jan 5, 2026
Dec 29, 2025Abuse, neglect and exploitationTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. (F0609)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Dec 30, 2025
Dec 4, 2025Resident rightsGive the resident's representative the ability to exercise the resident's rights. (F0551)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Dec 20, 2025
Oct 27, 2025Quality of life and careProvide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. (F0690)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Nov 12, 2025
Oct 27, 2025Quality of life and careEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. (F0689)Actual harm to a resident
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Nov 12, 2025
Oct 27, 2025Abuse, neglect and exploitationTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. (F0609)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Nov 12, 2025
Oct 27, 2025Resident rightsImmediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. (F0580)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Nov 12, 2025
Aug 25, 2025Pharmacy and medicationsEnsure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. (F0761)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Sep 5, 2025
Aug 25, 2025Resident rightsHonor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. (F0557)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Sep 5, 2025
Aug 1, 2025Nursing and physician servicesEnsure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit. (F0711)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Aug 26, 2025
Aug 1, 2025Resident rightsHonor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. (F0578)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Aug 26, 2025
Jul 24, 2025Quality of life and careProvide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. (F0686)Actual harm to a resident
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Aug 5, 2025
Jul 15, 2025Pharmacy and medicationsEnsure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. (F0761)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Jul 22, 2025
Jul 15, 2025Resident assessment and care planningDevelop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. (F0657)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Jul 16, 2025
Jun 16, 2025Quality of life and careEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. (F0689)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Jun 25, 2025
Jun 10, 2025Infection controlProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program. (F0880)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Jun 19, 2025
Jun 3, 2025Building and environmentMake sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. (F0919)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: Jun 13, 2025
May 1, 2025Infection controlProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program. (F0880)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: May 12, 2025
Apr 29, 2025Abuse, neglect and exploitationTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. (F0609)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: May 8, 2025
Apr 23, 2025Pharmacy and medicationsProvide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. (F0755)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: May 8, 2025
Feb 28, 2025Resident assessment and care planningSafeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. (F0842)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Mar 10, 2025
Feb 28, 2025Resident rightsImmediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. (F0580)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Mar 10, 2025
Feb 28, 2025Resident rightsHonor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. (F0557)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: Mar 10, 2025
Feb 6, 2025Infection controlProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program. (F0880)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 22, 2025
Feb 6, 2025Resident assessment and care planningSafeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. (F0842)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Feb 22, 2025
Feb 6, 2025Food and nutritionProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. (F0812)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 22, 2025
Feb 6, 2025Nursing and physician servicesProvide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. (F0725)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Feb 22, 2025
Feb 6, 2025Abuse, neglect and exploitationProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. (F0600)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Feb 22, 2025
Feb 6, 2025Resident rightsHonor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. (F0584)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 22, 2025
Jan 3, 2025Abuse, neglect and exploitationProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. (F0600)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Jan 8, 2025
Dec 2, 2024Abuse, neglect and exploitationProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. (F0600)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Dec 13, 2024
Dec 2, 2024Resident rightsHonor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. (F0550)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: Dec 13, 2024
Nov 15, 2024Nursing and physician servicesProvide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. (F0725)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: Dec 7, 2024
Aug 26, 2024Quality of life and careProvide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. (F0698)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Sep 10, 2024
Aug 26, 2024Quality of life and careEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. (F0689)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Sep 10, 2024
Jun 15, 2024Quality of life and careProvide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. (F0677)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Jun 18, 2024
Jun 11, 2024AdministrationEnsure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards. (F0836)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: Jun 25, 2024
Jun 11, 2024Quality of life and careProvide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives. (F0678)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Jun 25, 2024
May 24, 2024Building and environmentKeep all essential equipment working safely. (F0908)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Jun 12, 2024
May 24, 2024Nursing and physician servicesEnsure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. (F0726)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: Jun 12, 2024
May 24, 2024Nursing and physician servicesProvide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. (F0725)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: Jun 12, 2024
May 24, 2024Resident assessment and care planningPlan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs. (F0660)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Jun 12, 2024
May 24, 2024Resident rightsImmediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. (F0580)Actual harm to a resident
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Jun 12, 2024
May 24, 2024Resident rightsHonor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. (F0550)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Jun 12, 2024
Mar 13, 2024Abuse, neglect and exploitationDevelop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. (F0607)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: Mar 21, 2024
Mar 13, 2024Abuse, neglect and exploitationProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. (F0600)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Mar 21, 2024
Mar 12, 2024Resident rightsPermit a resident to return to the nursing home after hospitalization or therapeutic leave that exceeds bed-hold policy. (F0626)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Mar 25, 2024
Feb 26, 2024Abuse, neglect and exploitationProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. (F0600)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Mar 8, 2024
Jan 19, 2024Food and nutritionEnsure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. (F0806)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 23, 2024
Jan 19, 2024Pharmacy and medicationsEnsure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. (F0759)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Feb 23, 2024
Jan 19, 2024Resident assessment and care planningEnsure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. (F0658)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 23, 2024
Jan 19, 2024Resident assessment and care planningDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. (F0656)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 23, 2024
Jan 19, 2024Resident assessment and care planningEnsure each resident receives an accurate assessment. (F0641)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 23, 2024
Jan 19, 2024Resident assessment and care planningEncode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. (F0640)No harm, but a risk of harm
widespread
Corrected: Feb 23, 2024
Jan 11, 2024Abuse, neglect and exploitationProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. (F0600)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Jan 29, 2024
Jan 11, 2024Resident rightsHonor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. (F0550)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Jan 29, 2024
Jan 10, 2024Quality of life and careHonor each resident's preferences, choices, values and beliefs. (F0675)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: Jan 26, 2024
Jan 9, 2024Quality of life and careProvide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. (F0677)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: Jan 19, 2024
Jan 9, 2024Resident assessment and care planningDevelop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. (F0657)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: Jan 19, 2024
Jan 9, 2024Resident rightsHonor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. (F0557)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Jan 19, 2024
Dec 20, 2023Abuse, neglect and exploitationProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. (F0600)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Dec 22, 2023
Dec 11, 2023Resident assessment and care planningDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. (F0656)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Dec 26, 2023
Dec 5, 2023Nursing and physician servicesEnsure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. (F0726)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Dec 22, 2023
Dec 5, 2023Quality of life and careEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. (F0689)Actual harm to a resident
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Dec 22, 2023
Aug 12, 2021Building and environmentKeep all essential equipment working safely. (F0908)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Sep 14, 2021
Aug 12, 2021Pharmacy and medicationsEnsure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. (F0761)No harm, but a risk of harm
widespread
Corrected: Sep 14, 2021
Aug 12, 2021Pharmacy and medicationsEnsure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. (F0759)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Sep 14, 2021
Aug 12, 2021Nursing and physician servicesProvide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. (F0725)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Sep 14, 2021
Aug 12, 2021Quality of life and careEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. (F0689)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Sep 14, 2021
Aug 12, 2021Resident assessment and care planningEnsure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. (F0658)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Sep 14, 2021
Aug 12, 2021Resident rightsHonor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. (F0584)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Sep 14, 2021

Fines and payment denials

Federal fines in the last three years: $106,707 (2). Payment denials: 3.

DateTypeAmount
Feb 20, 2026Payment denial1 day
Oct 27, 2025Fine$64,893
Jul 15, 2025Payment denial27 days
Jul 15, 2025Fine$41,814
Dec 5, 2023Payment denial63 days

Staffing

Nurse staff hours per resident per day4.46California median: 4.27
Registered nurse hours per resident per day0.50California median: 0.52
Nurse staff hours on weekends4.08California median: 3.85
Nursing staff who left within a yearno dataCalifornia median: 36.0%

About this home

Beds184
Residents per day, average155.3
OwnershipFor-profit, limited liability company
Legal business nameChico Heights Rehabilitation & Wellness Centre LP
ChainCorporate Interface Services (40 homes)
In Medicare/Medicaid sinceAug 1, 1978

Questions to ask when you call

Source. Medicare Care Compare (CMS Provider Data), data dated Oct 1, 2026. Open this home on Medicare.gov · Report an error

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