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THE TERRACES OF LOS GATOS

800 BLOSSOM HILL ROAD, LOS GATOS, CA 95032
Score: 87 / 100

Among nursing homes in California, The Terraces Of Los Gatos stands out with an A grade and a score of 87 out of 100. It ranks in the 85th percentile statewide, reflecting consistently high performance across CMS quality metrics.

The Terraces Of Los Gatos provides above-average staffing with 4.65 total nurse hours per resident per day. Higher staffing levels are generally associated with better care outcomes and more attentive staff.

Recent inspections identified 30 deficiencies at The Terraces Of Los Gatos. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 40 / 40 pts
5 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 25 / 25 pts
5 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 20 / 20 pts
5 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 15 / 15 pts
5 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 4.65 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 1.06 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.96 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.64 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 4.12 3.8 Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.68 0.7 Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

30
Total Deficiencies
Mar 20, 2024
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 30 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0684 Severity D
    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    Mar 20, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0755 Severity D
    Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
    Mar 20, 2024 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
  • Tag 0658 Severity G
    Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
    Nov 8, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0656 Severity D
    Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
    Nov 8, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0686 Severity G
    Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    Aug 21, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care 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 7.5% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 1.1% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 4.5% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 2.2% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 9.3% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 7.2% 7.5% Average
New/worsened incontinence 23.3% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

2 penalties recorded by CMS

Total fines: $32,487

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 87 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 5★ → 40 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 5★ → 25 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 5★ → 20 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -10 pts
  • Fine deductions: -3 pts

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
59
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Jan 8, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
0