Nursing home

Desert Springs Post Acute

74-350 Country Club Drive, Palm Desert, CA 92260

★★★★★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 cycle33
Findings with harm or immediate jeopardy, 3 cycles4
Fines, 3 years$74,424
Beds178
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.

Inspection findings

Inspectors recorded 129 findings in the last three inspection cycles.

4 Actual harm to a resident125 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
Jul 21, 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
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Aug 10, 2026
Jul 1, 2026Quality of life and careProvide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life. (F0745)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Jul 15, 2026
Jul 1, 2026Abuse, neglect and exploitationProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. (F0600)Actual harm to a resident
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Jul 15, 2026
Apr 24, 2026Food and nutritionHave a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors. (F0813)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: May 18, 2026
Apr 24, 2026Food 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
pattern
Corrected: May 18, 2026
Apr 24, 2026Food and nutritionProvide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance. (F0810)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: May 18, 2026
Apr 24, 2026Food and nutritionEnsure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. (F0804)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: May 18, 2026
Apr 24, 2026Food 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 18, 2026
Apr 24, 2026Quality of life and careProvide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident. (F0790)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: May 18, 2026
Apr 24, 2026AdministrationProvide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results. (F0773)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: May 18, 2026
Apr 24, 2026Pharmacy 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 18, 2026
Apr 24, 2026Pharmacy and medicationsEnsure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. (F0759)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: May 18, 2026
Apr 24, 2026Pharmacy 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 18, 2026
Apr 24, 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
Corrected: May 18, 2026
Apr 24, 2026Quality of life and careProvide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. (F0698)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: May 18, 2026
Apr 24, 2026Quality of life and careProvide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. (F0697)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: May 18, 2026
Apr 24, 2026Quality of life and careProvide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. (F0695)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: May 18, 2026
Apr 24, 2026Quality of life and careProvide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. (F0692)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: May 18, 2026
Apr 24, 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
isolated
Corrected: May 18, 2026
Apr 24, 2026Quality of life and careProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. (F0684)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: May 18, 2026
Apr 24, 2026Quality 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 18, 2026
Apr 24, 2026Resident 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 18, 2026
Apr 24, 2026Abuse, neglect and exploitationPrevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. (F0605)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: May 18, 2026
Apr 24, 2026Resident 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 · from a complaint
Corrected: May 18, 2026
Apr 24, 2026Resident rightsAllow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. (F0554)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: May 18, 2026
Earlier inspections (104)
Inspection dateAreaRequirement the home did not meet (official wording, in English)SeverityCorrected
Apr 15, 2026Resident 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: Apr 17, 2026
Feb 6, 2026Infection controlProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program. (F0880)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: Mar 5, 2026
Feb 6, 2026Pharmacy 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
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Mar 5, 2026
Feb 6, 2026Quality of life and careProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. (F0684)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: Apr 3, 2026
Dec 24, 2025Infection controlProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program. (F0880)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Jan 23, 2026
Dec 10, 2025Quality of life and careProvide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. (F0688)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Jan 23, 2026
Dec 10, 2025Quality of life and careProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. (F0684)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Jan 23, 2026
Dec 10, 2025Abuse, neglect and exploitationRespond appropriately to all alleged violations. (F0610)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Jan 23, 2026
Aug 27, 2025Resident 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: Sep 8, 2025
Aug 27, 2025Resident rightsReasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. (F0558)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Sep 8, 2025
Jun 25, 2025Infection controlImplement a program that monitors antibiotic use. (F0881)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: Jul 7, 2025
Jun 25, 2025Infection controlProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program. (F0880)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Jul 7, 2025
Apr 24, 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 · from a complaint
Corrected: May 10, 2025
Apr 24, 2025Quality of life and careProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. (F0684)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: May 10, 2025
Apr 24, 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 10, 2025
Apr 24, 2025Abuse, neglect and exploitationDevelop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. (F0607)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: May 10, 2025
Apr 9, 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: Apr 29, 2025
Apr 9, 2025Resident rightsReasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. (F0558)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Apr 29, 2025
Mar 4, 2025Quality of life and careProvide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. (F0688)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Mar 10, 2025
Mar 4, 2025Quality of life and careProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. (F0684)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Mar 10, 2025
Mar 4, 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: Mar 10, 2025
Jan 31, 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: Feb 21, 2025
Jan 21, 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: Jan 24, 2025
Jan 10, 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
pattern
Corrected: Feb 5, 2025
Jan 10, 2025Building and environmentKeep all essential equipment working safely. (F0908)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 5, 2025
Jan 10, 2025Infection controlProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program. (F0880)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 6, 2025
Jan 10, 2025Food and nutritionDispose of garbage and refuse properly. (F0814)No harm, but a risk of harm
widespread
Corrected: Feb 5, 2025
Jan 10, 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
pattern
Corrected: Feb 6, 2025
Jan 10, 2025Food and nutritionEnsure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times. (F0809)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Feb 6, 2025
Jan 10, 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: Feb 6, 2025
Jan 10, 2025Food and nutritionEnsure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. (F0805)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Feb 6, 2025
Jan 10, 2025Food and nutritionEnsure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. (F0804)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Feb 6, 2025
Jan 10, 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: Feb 6, 2025
Jan 10, 2025Food and nutritionProvide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service. (F0802)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Feb 6, 2025
Jan 10, 2025Food and nutritionEmploy sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. (F0801)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 6, 2025
Jan 10, 2025Quality of life and careProvide or obtain dental services for each resident. (F0791)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 6, 2025
Jan 10, 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: Feb 6, 2025
Jan 10, 2025Pharmacy and medicationsEnsure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. (F0759)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 6, 2025
Jan 10, 2025Pharmacy 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)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 6, 2025
Jan 10, 2025Pharmacy 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
isolated
Corrected: Feb 6, 2025
Jan 10, 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
Corrected: Feb 6, 2025
Jan 10, 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 6, 2025
Jan 10, 2025Quality of life and careProvide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. (F0697)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 6, 2025
Jan 10, 2025Quality of life and careProvide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. (F0692)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 6, 2025
Jan 10, 2025Quality of life and careAssist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. (F0685)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 6, 2025
Jan 10, 2025Quality of life and careProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. (F0684)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Feb 6, 2025
Jan 10, 2025Quality of life and careProvide activities to meet all resident's needs. (F0679)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Feb 6, 2025
Jan 10, 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
pattern
Corrected: Feb 6, 2025
Jan 10, 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
pattern
Corrected: Feb 5, 2025
Jan 10, 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
pattern
Corrected: Feb 6, 2025
Jan 10, 2025Resident rightsReasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. (F0558)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Feb 6, 2025
Jan 10, 2025Resident rightsAllow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. (F0554)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Feb 6, 2025
Jan 10, 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: Feb 6, 2025
Nov 25, 2024Infection controlProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program. (F0880)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: Dec 19, 2024
Nov 14, 2024Quality of life and careProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. (F0684)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Dec 6, 2024
Nov 4, 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: Nov 14, 2024
Sep 30, 2024Abuse, 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: Oct 23, 2024
Sep 13, 2024Quality of life and careProvide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. (F0692)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: Oct 5, 2024
Sep 13, 2024Resident rightsHonor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. (F0585)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Oct 5, 2024
Sep 13, 2024Resident 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: Oct 5, 2024
Sep 13, 2024Resident 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: Oct 5, 2024
Sep 13, 2024Resident rightsAllow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care. (F0553)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: Oct 5, 2024
Sep 13, 2024Resident 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: Oct 5, 2024
Jul 15, 2024Quality 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: Jul 30, 2024
Jun 28, 2024Quality of life and careProvide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. (F0686)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: Jul 19, 2024
Jun 28, 2024Resident 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: Jul 19, 2024
Jun 28, 2024Resident 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 19, 2024
Jun 11, 2024Quality of life and careProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. (F0684)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Jun 30, 2024
Jun 11, 2024Abuse, 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: Jun 30, 2024
Jun 3, 2024Quality of life and careProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. (F0684)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Jun 30, 2024
Jun 3, 2024Abuse, 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: Jun 30, 2024
May 16, 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: Jun 6, 2024
Apr 10, 2024Abuse, 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 11, 2024
Apr 9, 2024Nursing and physician servicesEnsure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits. (F0712)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Apr 11, 2024
Apr 9, 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 · from a complaint
Corrected: Apr 11, 2024
Apr 9, 2024Abuse, neglect and exploitationDevelop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. (F0607)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Apr 11, 2024
Apr 4, 2024Quality of life and careProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. (F0684)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Apr 11, 2024
Feb 22, 2024Resident rightsProvide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. (F0623)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: Apr 7, 2024
Jan 19, 2024Quality 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: Feb 16, 2024
Jan 12, 2024Quality of life and careProvide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. (F0692)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Jan 25, 2024
Jan 12, 2024Quality 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: Jan 25, 2024
Jan 12, 2024Quality of life and careProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. (F0684)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Jan 25, 2024
Nov 8, 2023Resident assessment and care planningAssure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months. (F0638)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Nov 17, 2023
Oct 27, 2023Quality of life and careProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. (F0684)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Oct 27, 2023
Oct 27, 2023Abuse, 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: Oct 27, 2023
Oct 26, 2023Infection controlProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program. (F0880)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Oct 31, 2023
Oct 25, 2023Abuse, 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 1, 2023
Jun 23, 2023Nursing and physician servicesEnsure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention. (F0947)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Aug 2, 2023
Jun 23, 2023Infection controlProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program. (F0880)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Aug 2, 2023
Jun 23, 2023Food 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
pattern
Corrected: Aug 2, 2023
Jun 23, 2023Food 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: Aug 2, 2023
Jun 23, 2023Food 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: Aug 2, 2023
Jun 23, 2023Pharmacy and medicationsEnsure that residents are free from significant medication errors. (F0760)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Aug 2, 2023
Jun 23, 2023Pharmacy 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)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Aug 2, 2023
Jun 23, 2023Pharmacy and medicationsEnsure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. (F0757)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Aug 2, 2023
Jun 23, 2023Pharmacy 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
isolated
Corrected: Aug 2, 2023
Jun 23, 2023Pharmacy 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
Corrected: Aug 2, 2023
Jun 23, 2023Quality 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: Aug 2, 2023
Jun 23, 2023Quality 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: Aug 2, 2023
Jun 23, 2023Quality of life and careProvide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. (F0688)Actual harm to a resident
pattern
Corrected: Aug 2, 2023
Jun 23, 2023Quality of life and careProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. (F0684)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Aug 2, 2023
Jun 23, 2023Resident 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
Corrected: Aug 2, 2023
Jun 23, 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
Corrected: Aug 2, 2023
Jun 23, 2023Resident 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: Aug 2, 2023

Fines and payment denials

Federal fines in the last three years: $74,424 (2). Payment denials: 1.

DateTypeAmount
May 16, 2024Fine$16,675
Jan 12, 2024Fine$57,749
Jan 12, 2024Payment denial75 days

Staffing

Nurse staff hours per resident per day4.05California median: 4.27
Registered nurse hours per resident per day0.28California median: 0.52
Nurse staff hours on weekends3.74California median: 3.85
Nursing staff who left within a year50.5%California median: 36.0%

About this home

Beds178
Residents per day, average164.5
OwnershipFor-profit, limited liability company
Legal business nameLegal Business Name Not Available
In Medicare/Medicaid sinceFeb 9, 1989

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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