Nursing home

Millbrae Care Center

33 Mateo Avenue, Millbrae, CA 94030

★★★★★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 cycle20
Findings with harm or immediate jeopardy, 3 cycles2
Fines, 3 years$7,045
Beds140

Inspection findings

Inspectors recorded 60 findings in the last three inspection cycles.

2 Actual harm to a resident57 No harm, but a risk of harm1 No harm, minimal risk

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 13, 2026Nursing 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: Sep 1, 2026
Aug 13, 2026Resident 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 1, 2026
Aug 13, 2026Abuse, neglect and exploitationProtect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. (F0602)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Sep 1, 2026
Jun 25, 2026Nursing 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
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: Aug 4, 2026
Jun 25, 2026Nursing 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
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: Aug 4, 2026
May 8, 2026Infection controlProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program. (F0880)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Jun 5, 2026
May 8, 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: Jun 5, 2026
May 8, 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: Jun 5, 2026
May 8, 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: Jun 5, 2026
May 8, 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: Jun 5, 2026
May 8, 2026Resident 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 5, 2026
May 8, 2026Resident 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: Jun 5, 2026
May 8, 2026Resident 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
pattern
Corrected: Jun 5, 2026
May 8, 2026Resident assessment and care planningAssess the resident when there is a significant change in condition (F0637)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Jun 5, 2026
May 8, 2026Resident assessment and care planningAssess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. (F0636)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Jun 5, 2026
May 8, 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
Corrected: Jun 5, 2026
May 8, 2026Abuse, neglect and exploitationRespond appropriately to all alleged violations. (F0610)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Jun 5, 2026
May 8, 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: Jun 5, 2026
Earlier inspections (42)
Inspection dateAreaRequirement the home did not meet (official wording, in English)SeverityCorrected
Jan 28, 2026Resident 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: Mar 5, 2026
Jan 28, 2026Resident 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: Mar 5, 2026
Jun 4, 2025Quality 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
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: Jul 2, 2025
May 19, 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: Jul 2, 2025
Oct 17, 2024Building and environmentHave policies on smoking. (F0926)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Nov 17, 2024
Oct 17, 2024Building and environmentEnsure resident rooms hold no more than 4 residents; for new construction after November 28, 2016, rooms hold no more than 2 residents. (F0911)No harm, minimal risk
pattern
Corrected: Nov 17, 2024
Oct 17, 2024Infection controlProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program. (F0880)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Nov 17, 2024
Oct 17, 2024AdministrationProvide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents. (F0770)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Nov 17, 2024
Oct 17, 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
Corrected: Nov 17, 2024
Oct 17, 2024Resident assessment and care planningCoordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. (F0644)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Nov 17, 2024
Oct 17, 2024Resident assessment and care planningEnsure each resident receives an accurate assessment. (F0641)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Nov 17, 2024
Oct 17, 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
isolated
Corrected: Nov 17, 2024
Aug 5, 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: Sep 5, 2024
Jun 7, 2024Quality 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 5, 2024
Apr 11, 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: May 10, 2024
Apr 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: May 10, 2024
Jan 11, 2024Building 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 · from a complaint
Corrected: Mar 21, 2024
Jan 11, 2024Building 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
widespread · from a complaint
Corrected: Mar 21, 2024
Jan 11, 2024Building and environmentEnsure resident rooms hold no more than 4 residents; for new construction after November 28, 2016, rooms hold no more than 2 residents. (F0911)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Mar 21, 2024
Jan 11, 2024AdministrationSet up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. (F0867)No harm, but a risk of harm
widespread · from a complaint
Corrected: Mar 21, 2024
Jan 11, 2024Quality of life and careProvide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident. (F0825)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Mar 21, 2024
Jan 11, 2024Quality of life and careProvide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. (F0692)Actual harm to a resident
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Mar 21, 2024
Jan 11, 2024Quality 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
widespread · from a complaint
Corrected: Mar 21, 2024
Jan 11, 2024Resident assessment and care planningAssess the resident when there is a significant change in condition (F0637)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Mar 21, 2024
Jan 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: Mar 21, 2024
Jan 11, 2024Resident rightsReasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. (F0558)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Mar 21, 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: Mar 21, 2024
Jan 3, 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
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: Mar 18, 2024
Jan 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
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: Mar 18, 2024
Dec 3, 2021Building and environmentKeep all essential equipment working safely. (F0908)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Jan 28, 2022
Dec 3, 2021Infection controlProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program. (F0880)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Mar 10, 2022
Dec 3, 2021Food 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: Jan 28, 2022
Dec 3, 2021Food and nutritionEnsure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. (F0804)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Jan 28, 2022
Dec 3, 2021Food 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: Jan 28, 2022
Dec 3, 2021Food 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: Mar 10, 2022
Dec 3, 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
pattern
Corrected: Mar 10, 2022
Dec 3, 2021Pharmacy and medicationsEnsure that residents are free from significant medication errors. (F0760)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Mar 10, 2022
Dec 3, 2021Pharmacy and medicationsEnsure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. (F0759)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Mar 10, 2022
Dec 3, 2021Pharmacy 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: Mar 10, 2022
Dec 3, 2021Quality of life and careProvide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. (F0692)Actual harm to a resident
isolated
Corrected: Jan 28, 2022
Dec 3, 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
pattern
Corrected: Jan 28, 2022
Dec 3, 2021Quality 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: Jan 28, 2022

Fines and payment denials

Federal fines in the last three years: $7,045 (1). Payment denials: 0.

DateTypeAmount
Jan 3, 2024Fine$7,045

Staffing

Nurse staff hours per resident per day3.38California median: 4.27
Registered nurse hours per resident per day0.43California median: 0.52
Nurse staff hours on weekends2.79California median: 3.85
Nursing staff who left within a year34.6%California median: 36.0%

About this home

Beds140
Residents per day, average121.0
OwnershipFor-profit, limited liability company
Legal business nameMillbrae Care Center LLC
In Medicare/Medicaid sinceOct 24, 1969

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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