Nursing home

Los Altos Post-Acute

809 Fremont Avenue, Los Altos, CA 94024

★★★★★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 cycle10
Findings with harm or immediate jeopardy, 3 cycles4
Fines, 3 years$251,640
Beds152

Inspection findings

Inspectors recorded 54 findings in the last three inspection cycles.

4 Actual harm to a resident50 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 24, 2026Quality of life and careProvide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. (F0686)Actual harm to a resident
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: Sep 8, 2026
Aug 24, 2026Quality of life and careProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. (F0684)Actual harm to a resident
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: Sep 8, 2026
Aug 4, 2026Infection controlProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program. (F0880)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Aug 17, 2026
Jun 29, 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 · from a complaint
Corrected: Jul 13, 2026
Earlier inspections (50)
Inspection dateAreaRequirement the home did not meet (official wording, in English)SeverityCorrected
Jun 23, 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: Jul 13, 2026
Jun 16, 2026Quality of life and careHonor each resident's preferences, choices, values and beliefs. (F0675)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Jul 3, 2026
Feb 25, 2026AdministrationAdminister the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. (F0835)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Mar 20, 2026
Jan 23, 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: Feb 6, 2026
Jun 20, 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: Jun 24, 2025
Mar 5, 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: Mar 12, 2025
Feb 27, 2025Resident assessment and care planningPASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities (F0645)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Mar 14, 2025
Feb 27, 2025Resident assessment and care planningEnsure each resident receives an accurate assessment. (F0641)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Mar 15, 2025
Jan 14, 2025Infection controlProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program. (F0880)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: Jan 16, 2025
Sep 25, 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
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Oct 10, 2024
Sep 25, 2024Resident rightsGive residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. (F0582)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Oct 9, 2024
Aug 28, 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: Sep 3, 2024
Jun 3, 2024Abuse, neglect and exploitationRespond appropriately to all alleged violations. (F0610)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Jul 1, 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: Jul 1, 2024
Jan 18, 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 · from a complaint
Corrected: Feb 16, 2024
Jan 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: Feb 5, 2024
Dec 7, 2023Building and environmentHave policies on smoking. (F0926)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Jan 5, 2024
Oct 26, 2023Building 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
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Nov 15, 2023
Oct 26, 2023Resident 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: Nov 15, 2023
Mar 15, 2022Infection controlDevelop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. (F0883)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Apr 14, 2022
Mar 15, 2022Infection controlProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program. (F0880)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Apr 14, 2022
Mar 15, 2022Food 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: Apr 14, 2022
Mar 15, 2022Food and nutritionEnsure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. (F0804)No harm, but a risk of harm
widespread
Corrected: Apr 14, 2022
Mar 15, 2022Food 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: Apr 14, 2022
Mar 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: Apr 14, 2022
Mar 15, 2022Pharmacy and medicationsEnsure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. (F0759)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Apr 14, 2022
Mar 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)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Apr 14, 2022
Mar 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: Apr 14, 2022
Mar 15, 2022Quality of life and careProvide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. (F0695)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Apr 14, 2022
Mar 15, 2022Quality 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
Corrected: Apr 14, 2022
Mar 15, 2022Quality of life and careProvide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. (F0686)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Apr 14, 2022
Mar 15, 2022Quality 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: Apr 14, 2022
Mar 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
isolated
Corrected: Apr 14, 2022
Mar 15, 2022Resident assessment and care planningEnsure each resident receives an accurate assessment. (F0641)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Apr 14, 2022
Mar 15, 2022Resident 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: Apr 14, 2022
Nov 22, 2019Infection controlProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program. (F0880)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Jan 2, 2020
Nov 22, 2019Food 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: Jan 2, 2020
Nov 22, 2019Food and nutritionProvide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs. (F0800)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Jan 2, 2020
Nov 22, 2019AdministrationProvide 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: Jan 2, 2020
Nov 22, 2019Pharmacy 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
Corrected: Jan 2, 2020
Nov 22, 2019Pharmacy 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: Jan 2, 2020
Nov 22, 2019Quality 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: Jan 2, 2020
Nov 22, 2019Quality of life and careProvide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed. (F0694)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Jan 2, 2020
Nov 22, 2019Quality 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
Corrected: Jan 2, 2020
Nov 22, 2019Quality 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
Corrected: Jan 2, 2020
Nov 22, 2019Resident 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: Jan 2, 2020
Nov 22, 2019Resident 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: Jan 2, 2020
Nov 22, 2019Resident 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
Corrected: Jan 2, 2020
Nov 22, 2019Resident rightsAllow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. (F0554)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Jan 2, 2020
Nov 22, 2019Resident 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: Jan 2, 2020

Fines and payment denials

Federal fines in the last three years: $251,640 (1). Payment denials: 0.

DateTypeAmount
Jun 16, 2026Fine$251,640

Staffing

Nurse staff hours per resident per day4.12California median: 4.27
Registered nurse hours per resident per day0.62California median: 0.52
Nurse staff hours on weekends3.86California median: 3.85
Nursing staff who left within a year57.6%California median: 36.0%

About this home

Beds152
Residents per day, average148.0
OwnershipFor-profit, limited liability company
Legal business nameTurkis Holdings LLC
ChainSpyglass Healthcare (14 homes)
In Medicare/Medicaid sinceDec 31, 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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