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Ahmc Seton Medical Center
1900 Sullivan Avenue, Daly City, CA 94015
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. CMS processed this record on 1 Aug 2026. View the Care Compare record.
Certified for 186 beds, Ahmc Seton Medical Center serves Daly City in San Mateo County, California and has taken Medicare and Medicaid residents since 1986.
CMS gives it 1 of 5 stars overall, below the California median of 3; the health inspection rating is 1, staffing 4 and quality measures 4.
Inspectors recorded 61 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (14, 19, 28 by cycle, most recent first), 7 of them at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. That is 32.8 per 100 beds, fewer than the state median of 51.1.
CMS lists 6 penalties in the period covered: fines totalling $41K and 3 payment denials.
Reported nurse staffing is 5.8 hours per resident per day (1.4 RN), above the California median of 4.2; nursing staff turnover is 34.1%.
Compared with county, state and nation
| Measure | This facility | San Mateo Co. median | California median | US average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating | 1 | 5 | 3 | 3.0 |
| Health citations, 3 cycles | 61 | 43 | 44 | 28.7 |
| Citations per 100 beds | 32.8 | 32.8 | 51.1 | 26.8 |
| Total nurse hours per resident day | 5.8 | 4.4 | 4.2 | 3.9 |
| RN hours per resident day | 1.4 | 0.7 | 0.5 | 0.7 |
| Nursing staff turnover | 34.1% | 34.1% | 36.4% | 45.8% |
| Fines listed | $41,019 | $0 | $0 | — |
County and state figures are medians across facilities (14 in the county, 1165 in the state); the US column is the CMS national average where CMS publishes one.
Citations by survey cycle
Dark bar: this facility. Grey bar: California average per facility for the same cycle, as published by CMS. Standard health survey dates: 15 Aug 2025, 14 Feb 2024.
Severity mix: G ×6 H ×1 D ×30 E ×18 F ×6
Health deficiencies
Every health citation in the current CMS record (three survey cycles), most recent first. Tag text is the CMS requirement summary, not the inspection narrative.
Scope and severity letters (A–L)
| Survey date | Tag | What the tag requires | Severity | Type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Aug 2025 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | G | Complaint investigation | 23 Jan 2026 |
| 15 Aug 2025 | F0801 | 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. | F | Standard survey | 30 Sep 2025 |
| 15 Aug 2025 | F0865 | Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. | F | Standard survey | 23 Jan 2026 |
| 15 Aug 2025 | F0867 | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. | F | Standard survey | 23 Jan 2026 |
| 15 Aug 2025 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | E | Standard survey | 30 Sep 2025 |
| 15 Aug 2025 | F0578 | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. | D | Standard survey | 23 Jan 2026 |
| 15 Aug 2025 | F0584 | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. | D | Complaint investigation | 30 Sep 2025 |
| 15 Aug 2025 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D | Complaint investigation | 23 Jan 2026 |
| 15 Aug 2025 | F0610 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | D | Standard survey | 23 Jan 2026 |
| 15 Aug 2025 | F0637 | Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition | D | Standard survey | 30 Sep 2025 |
| 15 Aug 2025 | F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | D | Standard survey | 30 Sep 2025 |
| 15 Aug 2025 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | Standard survey | 23 Jan 2026 |
| 15 Aug 2025 | F0692 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | D | Standard survey | 23 Jan 2026 |
| 15 Aug 2025 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Standard survey | 23 Jan 2026 |
| 16 May 2025 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | G | Complaint investigation | 9 Jun 2025 |
| 8 May 2025 | F0628 | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. | D | Complaint investigation | 20 Jun 2025 |
| 18 Apr 2025 | F0585 | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. | D | Complaint investigation | 6 Jun 2025 |
| 14 Feb 2024 | F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | G | Standard survey | 20 Apr 2024 |
| 14 Feb 2024 | F0758 | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. | G | Standard survey | 14 Mar 2024 |
| 14 Feb 2024 | F0557 | Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. | E | Standard survey | 20 Apr 2024 |
| 14 Feb 2024 | F0585 | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. | E | Standard survey | 20 Apr 2024 |
| 14 Feb 2024 | F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | E | Standard survey | 20 Apr 2024 |
| 14 Feb 2024 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | E | Standard survey | 20 Apr 2024 |
| 14 Feb 2024 | F0688 | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. | E | Standard survey | 20 Apr 2024 |
| 14 Feb 2024 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | E | Standard survey | 21 Feb 2024 |
| 14 Feb 2024 | F0920 | Provide at least one room set aside to use as a resident dining room and for activities, that is a good size, with good lighting, air flow and furniture. | E | Standard survey | 20 Apr 2024 |
| 14 Feb 2024 | F0584 | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. | D | Standard survey | 20 Apr 2024 |
| 14 Feb 2024 | F0756 | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. | D | Standard survey | 27 Feb 2024 |
| 14 Feb 2024 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D | Standard survey | 20 Apr 2024 |
| 14 Feb 2024 | F0883 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. | D | Standard survey | 20 Apr 2024 |
| 14 Feb 2024 | F0887 | Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status. | D | Standard survey | 20 Apr 2024 |
| 14 Feb 2024 | F0908 | Keep all essential equipment working safely. | D | Standard survey | 20 Apr 2024 |
| 14 Feb 2024 | F0924 | Put firmly secured handrails on each side of hallways. | D | Standard survey | 20 Apr 2024 |
| 15 Feb 2022 | F0584 | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. | H | Standard survey | 31 Mar 2022 |
| 15 Feb 2022 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | G | Standard survey | 20 Mar 2022 |
| 15 Feb 2022 | F0688 | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. | G | Standard survey | 15 Jul 2022 |
| 15 Feb 2022 | F0726 | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. | F | Standard survey | 15 Jul 2022 |
| 15 Feb 2022 | F0838 | Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies. | F | Standard survey | 31 Mar 2022 |
| 15 Feb 2022 | F0919 | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. | F | Standard survey | 31 Mar 2022 |
| 15 Feb 2022 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | E | Standard survey | 5 Aug 2022 |
| 15 Feb 2022 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | E | Standard survey | 15 Jul 2022 |
| 15 Feb 2022 | F0759 | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. | E | Standard survey | 20 Apr 2022 |
| 15 Feb 2022 | F0801 | 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. | E | Standard survey | 14 Mar 2022 |
| 15 Feb 2022 | F0802 | Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service. | E | Standard survey | 29 Mar 2022 |
| 15 Feb 2022 | F0803 | 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. | E | Standard survey | 15 Jul 2022 |
| 15 Feb 2022 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | E | Standard survey | 3 Aug 2022 |
| 15 Feb 2022 | F0867 | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. | E | Standard survey | 15 Jul 2022 |
| 15 Feb 2022 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E | Standard survey | 5 Aug 2022 |
| 15 Feb 2022 | F0908 | Keep all essential equipment working safely. | E | Standard survey | 5 Aug 2022 |
| 15 Feb 2022 | F0558 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | D | Standard survey | 20 Mar 2022 |
| 15 Feb 2022 | F0607 | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. | D | Standard survey | 31 Mar 2022 |
| 15 Feb 2022 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D | Standard survey | 15 Jul 2022 |
| 15 Feb 2022 | F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | D | Standard survey | 15 Jul 2022 |
| 15 Feb 2022 | F0655 | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted | D | Standard survey | 15 Jul 2022 |
| 15 Feb 2022 | F0658 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | D | Standard survey | 15 Jul 2022 |
| 15 Feb 2022 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Standard survey | 30 Jul 2022 |
| 15 Feb 2022 | F0692 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | D | Standard survey | 15 Jul 2022 |
| 15 Feb 2022 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D | Standard survey | 15 Jul 2022 |
| 15 Feb 2022 | F0804 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | D | Standard survey | 4 Aug 2022 |
| 15 Feb 2022 | F0883 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. | D | Standard survey | 31 Mar 2022 |
| 15 Feb 2022 | F0888 | Ensure staff are vaccinated for COVID-19 | D | Standard survey | 15 Apr 2022 |
Penalties
| Date | Type | Amount | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Aug 2025 | Payment denial | — | 132 days |
| 15 Aug 2025 | Fine | $14,518 | |
| 18 Apr 2025 | Payment denial | — | 15 days |
| 18 Apr 2025 | Fine | $12,438 | |
| 14 Feb 2024 | Payment denial | — | 30 days |
| 14 Feb 2024 | Fine | $14,063 |
Staffing
Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the California average. Turnover: nursing staff 34.1%, RNs 35.7%; — administrators left in the reporting year.
Quality measures
| Measure | Residents | This facility | California median | US median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | Long Stay | 12.1% | 8.9% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 1.7% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 2.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 1.0% | 1.3% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 13.0% | 8.6% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 9.8% | 3.6% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 16.7% | 9.1% | 13.4% |
Four-quarter averages for the measures CMS uses in the quality-measure star rating (2025Q2-2026Q1). Lower is better for every measure listed. Medians are computed across facilities on this site.
Ownership
Ownership type: for-profit, limited liability company. Legal business name: Ahmc Seton Medical Center Llc. Chain: Ahmc Healthcare (5 facilities).
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ahmc Healthcare, LP | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 61% | 01/27/2021 |
| Mochi Group LP | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 19% | 01/27/2021 |
| Olivia Joy Investment Corp | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 20% | 01/27/2021 |
| Ahmc Healthcare Inc. | Direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/27/2021 |
| Ahmc, Inc. | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | 01/27/2021 |
| Alhambra Hospital Medical Center, LP | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | 01/27/2021 |
| Calmed Investment LP | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | 01/27/2021 |
| Ahmc Healthcare Inc. | Operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/27/2021 |
| Ahmc Healthcare Inc. | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/27/2021 |
| C. Jim Chen Accountancy Corp | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/27/2021 |
| Gong, Nashed, Pascoe, Inc | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/27/2021 |
| Lilian L. Gong & Associates, Inc. | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/27/2021 |
| Smc/Coastside Properties LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/14/2020 |
Only organisations are shown. CMS also records individual owners, officers and managing employees; this site does not publish people's names.
Other nursing homes in San Mateo County
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belmont Healthcare Center | Belmont | 74 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 21 | 28.4 | — | 22 Jun 2026 |
| Brookside Skilled Nursing Hospital | San Mateo | 96 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 22 | 22.9 | — | 16 Apr 2026 |
| Devonshire Oaks Nursing Center | Redwood City | 38 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 28 | 73.7 | — | 17 Jan 2025 |
| Golden Heights Healthcare | Daly City | 102 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 46 | 45.1 | — | 4 Aug 2025 |
| Linda Mar Care Center | Pacifica | 59 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 17 | 28.8 | — | 27 Jan 2025 |
| Pacifica Nursing and Rehabilitation Center | Pacifica | 68 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 8.8 | — | 22 Nov 2024 |
| The Sequoias | Portola Valley | 43 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 20 | 46.5 | $13K | 7 Aug 2025 |
| Atherton Park Post-Acute | Menlo Park | 160 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 49 | 30.6 | — | 16 Apr 2026 |
All 14 facilities in San Mateo County
Questions and answers
How many deficiencies has Ahmc Seton Medical Center been cited for?
61 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 7 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The California median is 44 per facility.
Has Ahmc Seton Medical Center been fined?
Yes. CMS lists fines totalling $41K in the period covered, plus 3 payment denials.
How does staffing at Ahmc Seton Medical Center compare?
Reported total nurse staffing is 5.8 hours per resident per day against a California median of 4.2 and a national average of 3.9.
Who operates Ahmc Seton Medical Center?
It is part of the Ahmc Healthcare chain. Ownership type is for-profit, limited liability company. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include Ahmc Healthcare, LP, Mochi Group LP and Olivia Joy Investment Corp. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.
When was Ahmc Seton Medical Center last inspected?
The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 15 Aug 2025; the most recent standard health survey was 15 Aug 2025.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Care Compare datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership and quality measures), processed 1 Aug 2026. Ratings and citations may change; the Care Compare record is authoritative.
Provenance
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare nursing home datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership, MDS quality measures, state and national averages), public domain, processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026. Facility record: Care Compare. Errors in processing are corrected at the next daily build; see corrections.