| La Sierra Care Center | |
| 2424 M Street, Merced, California 95340 | |
| (209) 723-4224 | |
| Name | La Sierra Care Center |
|---|---|
| Location | 2424 M Street, Merced, California |
| Certified By | Medicare and Medicaid |
| No. of Certified Beds | 68 |
| Occupancy Rate | 96.76% |
| Medicare ID (CCN) | 055271 |
| Legal Business Name | CF Merced La Sierra, LLC |
| Ownership Type | For Profit - Limited Liability Company |
| Chain | Cambridge Healthcare Services (32 nursing homes) |
| Chain Average Overall Rating | 2.5 out of 5 |
| NPI Number | 1740332121 |
| Match | Confirmed listed in Medicare enrollment records |
| Organization Name | CF Merced La Sierra, LLC |
| Doing Business As | La Sierra Care Center |
| Address | 2424 M Street, Merced, CA 95340 |
| Phone Number | 209-723-4224 |
| NPI Number | 1164534012 |
| Match | Possible same name, address or phone number |
| Organization Name | La Sierra Convalescent Hospital, Inc. |
| Doing Business As | La Sierra Care Center |
| Address | 2424 M St, Merced, CA 95340 |
| Phone Number | 209-723-4224 |
| Ratings from Surveys (Inspections): | |
| Ratings from Quality Measures: | |
| Ratings from Staffing Data: | |
| Overall Rating: |
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| Staffing Measure | Provider | National Avg. |
|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 3.93 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.52 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 0.88 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.53 | 2.32 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 3.66 | 3.42 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.39 | 0.48 |
| Physical therapist hours per resident per day | 0.01 | 0.07 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 54.9% | 45.8% |
| Registered nurse turnover | 85.7% | 42.9% |
| Number of administrators who have left the nursing home | 0 | 0.5 |
| Cited for abuse, neglect or exploitation of residents (Care Compare abuse icon) | No |
| Number of Fines | 0 |
| Total Amount of Fines in Dollars | $0 |
| Number of Payment Denials | 0 |
| Total Number of Penalties | 0 |
| Date | Deficiency | Harm Level | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 23, 2026 | Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. F0801, Nutrition and Dietary, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, pattern | Corrected by Feb 23, 2026 |
| Jan 23, 2026 | Ensure 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, Nutrition and Dietary, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, pattern | Corrected by Feb 23, 2026 |
| Jan 23, 2026 | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. F0806, Nutrition and Dietary, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, pattern | Corrected by Feb 23, 2026 |
| Jan 23, 2026 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. F0812, Nutrition and Dietary, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, pattern | Corrected by Feb 23, 2026 |
| Jan 23, 2026 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. F0842, Resident Assessment and Care Planning, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, pattern | Corrected by Feb 23, 2026 |
| Jan 23, 2026 | Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms. F0912, Environmental, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, pattern | Corrected by Feb 23, 2026 |
| Jan 23, 2026 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. F0558, Resident Rights, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Feb 23, 2026 |
| Jan 23, 2026 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. F0656, Resident Assessment and Care Planning, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Feb 23, 2026 |
| Jan 23, 2026 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. F0658, Resident Assessment and Care Planning, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Feb 23, 2026 |
| Jan 23, 2026 | Ensure 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, Pharmacy Service, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Feb 23, 2026 |
| Jan 23, 2026 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880, Infection Control, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Feb 23, 2026 |
| Nov 19, 2025 | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted F0655, Resident Assessment and Care Planning, Complaint inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Dec 11, 2025 |
| Apr 3, 2025 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. F0658, Resident Assessment and Care Planning, Complaint inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Apr 21, 2025 |
| Oct 23, 2024 | Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs. F0800, Nutrition and Dietary, Complaint inspection | Potential for harm, pattern | Corrected by Nov 4, 2024 |
| Aug 23, 2024 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. F0804, Nutrition and Dietary, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, widespread | Corrected by Sep 23, 2024 |
| Aug 23, 2024 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. F0812, Nutrition and Dietary, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, widespread | Corrected by Sep 23, 2024 |
| Aug 23, 2024 | Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms. F0912, Environmental, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, widespread | Waiver has been granted |
| Aug 23, 2024 | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. F0759, Pharmacy Service, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, pattern | Corrected by Sep 23, 2024 |
| Aug 23, 2024 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. F0760, Pharmacy Service, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, pattern | Corrected by Sep 23, 2024 |
| Aug 23, 2024 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. F0641, Resident Assessment and Care Planning, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Sep 23, 2024 |
| Aug 23, 2024 | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities F0645, Resident Assessment and Care Planning, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Sep 23, 2024 |
| Aug 23, 2024 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. F0657, Resident Assessment and Care Planning, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Sep 23, 2024 |
| Aug 23, 2024 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. F0692, Quality of Life and Care, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Sep 23, 2024 |
| Aug 23, 2024 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. F0695, Quality of Life and Care, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Sep 23, 2024 |
| Aug 23, 2024 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. F0755, Pharmacy Service, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Sep 23, 2024 |
| Aug 23, 2024 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. F0842, Resident Assessment and Care Planning, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Sep 23, 2024 |
| Aug 23, 2024 | Post nurse staffing information every day. F0732, Nursing and Physician Services, Standard inspection | Minimal harm potential, widespread | Corrected by Sep 23, 2024 |
| Oct 9, 2023 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. F0656, Resident Assessment and Care Planning, Complaint inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Oct 26, 2023 |
| Apr 29, 2021 | Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly F0868, Administration, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, widespread | Corrected by Jun 10, 2021 |
| Apr 29, 2021 | Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility. F0565, Resident Rights, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, pattern | Corrected by Apr 29, 2021 |
| Quality Measure | Provider | National Avg. |
|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 4.09 | 13.87 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 3.33 | 5.19 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 0 | 0.82 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 1.29 | 1.59 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 10.41 | 12.8 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0 | 0.13 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 0.85 | 3.23 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 100 | 93.55 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 100 | 82.04 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 5.26 | 1.56 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 12.98 | 14.07 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 25.14 | 19.52 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 100 | 95.46 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 100 | 79.75 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 2.5 | 4.62 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 15.67 | 19.01 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 11.01 | 15.38 |
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