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VI AT PALO ALTO

600 SAND HILL ROAD, PALO ALTO, CA 94304
Score: 95 / 100

Among nursing homes in California, Vi At Palo Alto stands out with an A grade and a score of 95 out of 100. It ranks in the 96th percentile statewide, reflecting consistently high performance across CMS quality metrics.

Vi At Palo Alto provides above-average staffing with 5.81 total nurse hours per resident per day. Higher staffing levels are generally associated with better care outcomes and more attentive staff.

Recent inspections identified 18 deficiencies at Vi At Palo Alto. 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 20 / 25 pts
4 ★ 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 5.81 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 1.34 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 1.14 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 3.33 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 5.24 3.8 Above Average
Weekend RN Hours 1.10 0.7 Above Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

18
Total Deficiencies
Aug 22, 2024
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 18 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0700 Severity E
    Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these
    Aug 22, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0812 Severity E
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Aug 22, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0583 Severity D
    Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
    Aug 22, 2024 · Resident Rights 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.
    Aug 22, 2024 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
  • Tag 0759 Severity D
    Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
    Aug 22, 2024 · 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 2.3% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 0.0% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 6.1% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 7.1% 2.5% Worse
ADL decline (daily activities) 16.7% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 5.1% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 1.5% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 95 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 5★ → 40 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 4★ → 20 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
For profit - Limited Liability company
Certified Beds
44
Provider Type
Medicare
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Aug 22, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
6