Nursing home

Cornerstone Care Center

2550 9TH Street, Sanger, CA 93657

★★★★★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 cycle16
Findings with harm or immediate jeopardy, 3 cycles4
Fines, 3 years$27,612
Beds99

Inspection findings

Inspectors recorded 52 findings in the last three inspection cycles.

4 Actual harm to a resident48 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
Jan 29, 2026Resident rightsProvide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. (F0628)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Feb 15, 2026
Dec 30, 2025Quality of life and careProvide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. (F0686)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Jan 14, 2026
May 1, 2025Building and environmentMake sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. (F0921)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: May 16, 2025
May 1, 2025Infection controlProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program. (F0880)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: May 16, 2025
May 1, 2025Food and nutritionDispose of garbage and refuse properly. (F0814)No harm, but a risk of harm
widespread
Corrected: May 16, 2025
May 1, 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
widespread
Corrected: May 16, 2025
May 1, 2025Food 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: May 16, 2025
May 1, 2025Food and nutritionEnsure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. (F0803)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: May 16, 2025
May 1, 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
pattern
Corrected: May 16, 2025
May 1, 2025Pharmacy and medicationsEnsure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. (F0759)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: May 16, 2025
May 1, 2025Pharmacy and medicationsEnsure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. (F0757)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: May 16, 2025
May 1, 2025Resident 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: May 16, 2025
May 1, 2025Resident assessment and care planningEnsure each resident receives an accurate assessment. (F0641)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: May 16, 2025
May 1, 2025Resident 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
isolated
Corrected: May 16, 2025
May 1, 2025Resident assessment and care planningAssess the resident when there is a significant change in condition (F0637)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: May 16, 2025
May 1, 2025Resident 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
Corrected: May 16, 2025
Earlier inspections (36)
Inspection dateAreaRequirement the home did not meet (official wording, in English)SeverityCorrected
Jan 22, 2025Building and environmentKeep all essential equipment working safely. (F0908)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: Feb 7, 2025
Jan 22, 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
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: Feb 7, 2025
Jan 22, 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 · from a complaint
Corrected: Feb 7, 2025
Jan 22, 2025Resident 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: Feb 7, 2025
Oct 28, 2024Resident assessment and care planningEnsure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. (F0658)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: Oct 31, 2024
Jun 10, 2024Building and environmentMake sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. (F0925)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Jun 27, 2024
Jun 10, 2024Infection controlProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program. (F0880)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Jun 27, 2024
Jun 10, 2024Food 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
widespread
Corrected: Jun 27, 2024
Jun 10, 2024Pharmacy 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
pattern
Corrected: Jun 27, 2024
Jun 10, 2024Pharmacy and medicationsImplement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. (F0758)Actual harm to a resident
isolated
Corrected: Jun 27, 2024
Jun 10, 2024Pharmacy and medicationsEnsure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. (F0757)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Jun 27, 2024
Jun 10, 2024Pharmacy 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
Corrected: Jun 27, 2024
Jun 10, 2024Quality of life and careProvide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia. (F0744)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Jun 27, 2024
Jun 10, 2024Quality of life and careProvide appropriate foot care. (F0687)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Jun 27, 2024
Jun 10, 2024Quality of life and careAssist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. (F0685)Actual harm to a resident
isolated
Corrected: Jun 27, 2024
Jun 10, 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: Jun 27, 2024
Jun 10, 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
pattern
Corrected: Jun 27, 2024
Jun 10, 2024Resident assessment and care planningEnsure each resident receives an accurate assessment. (F0641)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Jun 27, 2024
Jun 10, 2024Resident 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: Jun 27, 2024
Jun 10, 2024Resident rightsAllow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. (F0577)No harm, but a risk of harm
widespread
Corrected: Jun 27, 2024
Jun 10, 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
Corrected: Jun 27, 2024
Feb 15, 2022Infection controlProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program. (F0880)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: May 23, 2022
Feb 15, 2022Pharmacy 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
pattern
Corrected: May 23, 2022
Feb 15, 2022Pharmacy and medicationsEnsure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. (F0759)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: May 23, 2022
Feb 15, 2022Pharmacy and medicationsImplement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. (F0758)Actual harm to a resident
pattern
Corrected: May 23, 2022
Feb 15, 2022Pharmacy and medicationsEnsure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. (F0757)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: May 23, 2022
Feb 15, 2022Pharmacy and medicationsEnsure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. (F0756)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: May 23, 2022
Feb 15, 2022Pharmacy 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
Corrected: May 23, 2022
Feb 15, 2022Quality 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
Corrected: May 23, 2022
Feb 15, 2022Quality of life and careProvide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. (F0697)Actual harm to a resident
isolated
Corrected: May 23, 2022
Feb 15, 2022Quality of life and careEnsure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. (F0676)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: May 23, 2022
Feb 15, 2022Resident assessment and care planningEnsure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. (F0658)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: May 23, 2022
Feb 15, 2022Resident 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
Corrected: May 23, 2022
Feb 15, 2022Resident 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
pattern
Corrected: May 23, 2022
Feb 15, 2022Resident 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
pattern
Corrected: May 23, 2022
Feb 15, 2022Resident rightsHonor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility. (F0565)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: May 23, 2022

Fines and payment denials

Federal fines in the last three years: $27,612 (1). Payment denials: 0.

DateTypeAmount
Jun 10, 2024Fine$27,612

Staffing

Nurse staff hours per resident per day3.88California median: 4.27
Registered nurse hours per resident per day0.39California median: 0.52
Nurse staff hours on weekends3.27California median: 3.85
Nursing staff who left within a year50.0%California median: 36.0%

About this home

Beds99
Residents per day, average94.7
OwnershipFor-profit, limited liability company
Legal business nameSanger Skilled Care LLC
ChainJericho Care Group (7 homes)
In Medicare/Medicaid sinceJan 1, 1971

Questions to ask when you call

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