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SAN FRANCISCO TOWERS

1661 PINE STREET, SAN FRANCISCO, CA 94109
Score: 100 / 100

Among nursing homes in California, San Francisco Towers stands out with an A grade and a score of 100 out of 100. It ranks in the 100th percentile statewide, reflecting consistently high performance across CMS quality metrics.

San Francisco Towers provides above-average staffing with 6.23 total nurse hours per resident per day. Higher staffing levels are generally associated with better care outcomes and more attentive staff.

Recent inspections identified 11 deficiencies at San Francisco Towers. 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 6.23 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 2.10 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.82 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 3.31 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 5.34 3.8 Above Average
Weekend RN Hours 1.47 0.7 Above Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

11
Total Deficiencies
Dec 3, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 11 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0812 Severity E
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Dec 3, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0578 Severity D
    Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and
    Dec 3, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0628 Severity D
    Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
    Dec 3, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0641 Severity D
    Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
    Dec 3, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0757 Severity D
    Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
    Dec 3, 2025 · Pharmacy Service 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 5.1% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 0.0% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 13.8% 14.5% Average
Urinary tract infections 2.9% 2.5% Worse
ADL decline (daily activities) 7.1% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 13.3% 7.5% Worse
New/worsened incontinence 12.6% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 100 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)

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

Facility Details

Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
27
Provider Type
Medicare
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Dec 3, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
5