CMS data shows Fireside Health Care Center earning a D grade with a score of 43/100, placing it below most facilities in California. Prospective residents and families should carefully review the specific areas of concern detailed below.
Fireside Health Care Center provides above-average staffing with 4.48 total nurse hours per resident per day. Higher staffing levels are generally associated with better care outcomes and more attentive staff.
Recent inspections identified 63 deficiencies at Fireside Health Care Center. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 4.48 | 3.8 | Above Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.41 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1.43 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.64 | 2.4 | Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 4.05 | 3.8 | Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.34 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0638 Severity EAssure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.Jan 22, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0812 Severity EProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Jan 22, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
- Tag 0912 Severity EProvide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.Jan 22, 2026 · Environmental Deficiencies
- Tag 0582 Severity DGive residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.Jan 22, 2026 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0583 Severity DKeep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.Jan 22, 2026 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
📊 Resident Outcome Measures
Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.
| Measure | This Facility | Nat'l Avg | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Residents with pressure ulcers | 4.7% | 4.5% | Average |
| Falls with major injury | 0.7% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 11.4% | 14.5% | Better |
| Urinary tract infections | 0.0% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 0.9% | 14.0% | Better |
| Excessive weight loss | 0.7% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 8.5% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
1 penalty recorded by CMS
Total fines: $97,670
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of D is based on a score of 43 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 3★ → 24 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 2★ → 10 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 2★ → 8 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -5 pts
- Fine deductions: -9 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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