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Clearwater Healthcare Center
1517 East Knickerbocker Drive, Stockton, CA 95210
Overall★★★★★
Health inspection★★★★★
Staffing★★★★★
Quality measures★★★★★
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.
Clearwater Healthcare Center, in Stockton, California, is certified for 120 beds under for-profit, individual ownership and belongs to the Links Healthcare Group chain.
CMS gives it 2 of 5 stars overall, below the California median of 3; the health inspection rating is 1, staffing 2 and quality measures 5.
Inspectors recorded 74 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (30, 21, 23 by cycle, most recent first), 1 of them at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. That is 61.7 per 100 beds, about the same as the state median of 51.1.
CMS lists no fines or payment denials against the facility in the period covered.
Reported nurse staffing is 4.2 hours per resident per day (0.7 RN), close to the California median of 4.2; nursing staff turnover is 42.0%.
74health deficiencies, 3 survey cycles1 at actual harm or worse
$0fines listed by CMS0 penalties in period
4.2nurse hours per resident per daystate median 4.2
95%occupancy (residents ÷ beds)114 residents a day
Compared with county, state and nation
| Measure | This facility | San Joaquin Co. median | California median | US average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3.0 |
| Health citations, 3 cycles | 74 | 48 | 44 | 28.7 |
| Citations per 100 beds | 61.7 | 50.5 | 51.1 | 26.8 |
| Total nurse hours per resident day | 4.2 | 4.2 | 4.2 | 3.9 |
| RN hours per resident day | 0.7 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.7 |
| Nursing staff turnover | 42.0% | 39.7% | 36.4% | 45.8% |
| Fines listed | $0 | $0 | $0 | — |
County and state figures are medians across facilities (24 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: 27 Mar 2025, 15 Jul 2021.
Severity mix: G ×1 D ×58 E ×13 F ×2
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)
Isolated
Pattern
Widespread
Immediate jeopardy
J
K
L
Actual harm
G
H
I
Potential for more than minimal harm
D
E
F
Potential for minimal harm
A
B
C
| Survey date | Tag | What the tag requires | Severity | Type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Jul 2026 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D | Complaint investigation | 24 Jul 2026 |
| 17 Jun 2026 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D | Complaint investigation | 17 Jul 2026 |
| 2 Jun 2026 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D | Complaint investigation | 19 Jun 2026 |
| 27 May 2026 | F0558 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | D | Complaint investigation | 15 Jun 2026 |
| 27 May 2026 | F0627 | Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge. | D | Complaint investigation | 15 Jun 2026 |
| 27 May 2026 | F0628 | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. | D | Complaint investigation | 15 Jun 2026 |
| 27 May 2026 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | Complaint investigation | 15 Jun 2026 |
| 27 May 2026 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Complaint investigation | 15 Jun 2026 |
| 27 May 2026 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Complaint investigation | 15 Jun 2026 |
| 29 Apr 2026 | F0627 | Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge. | D | Complaint investigation | 14 May 2026 |
| 29 Apr 2026 | F0628 | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. | D | Complaint investigation | 14 May 2026 |
| 28 Jan 2026 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Complaint investigation | 5 Mar 2026 |
| 28 Jan 2026 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D | Complaint investigation | 5 Mar 2026 |
| 30 Dec 2025 | F0627 | Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge. | D | Complaint investigation | 28 Jan 2026 |
| 4 Dec 2025 | F0745 | Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life. | D | Complaint investigation | 3 Jan 2026 |
| 18 Nov 2025 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D | Complaint investigation | 27 Nov 2025 |
| 13 Nov 2025 | F0778 | Help the resident make transportation arrangements to and from radiology services. | D | Complaint investigation | 24 Nov 2025 |
| 4 Sep 2025 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D | Complaint investigation | 1 Oct 2025 |
| 2 Jul 2025 | F0558 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | D | Complaint investigation | 21 Aug 2025 |
| 2 Jul 2025 | F0778 | Help the resident make transportation arrangements to and from radiology services. | D | Complaint investigation | 21 Aug 2025 |
| 17 Jun 2025 | F0627 | Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge. | D | Complaint investigation | 16 Jul 2025 |
| 17 Jun 2025 | F0628 | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. | D | Complaint investigation | 16 Jul 2025 |
| 2 Jun 2025 | F0628 | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. | D | Complaint investigation | 1 Jul 2025 |
| 23 Apr 2025 | F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | E | Complaint investigation | 23 May 2025 |
| 23 Apr 2025 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D | Complaint investigation (under dispute review) | 23 May 2025 |
| 27 Mar 2025 | F0925 | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. | F | Standard survey | 27 Apr 2025 |
| 27 Mar 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 | 27 Apr 2025 |
| 27 Mar 2025 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E | Standard survey | 27 Apr 2025 |
| 27 Mar 2025 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | D | Standard survey | 27 Apr 2025 |
| 27 Mar 2025 | F0552 | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. | D | Standard survey | 27 Apr 2025 |
| 27 Mar 2025 | F0582 | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. | D | Standard survey | 27 Apr 2025 |
| 27 Mar 2025 | F0645 | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities | D | Standard survey | 27 Apr 2025 |
| 27 Mar 2025 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Standard survey | 27 Apr 2025 |
| 27 Mar 2025 | F0697 | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. | D | Standard survey | 27 Apr 2025 |
| 27 Mar 2025 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D | Standard survey | 27 Apr 2025 |
| 27 Mar 2025 | F0761 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 27 Apr 2025 |
| 27 Mar 2025 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 27 Apr 2025 |
| 17 Jan 2025 | F0760 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. | G | Complaint investigation | 7 Feb 2025 |
| 22 Nov 2024 | F0658 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | E | Complaint investigation | 16 Dec 2024 |
| 22 Nov 2024 | F0583 | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. | D | Complaint investigation | 16 Dec 2024 |
| 22 Nov 2024 | F0660 | Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs. | D | Complaint investigation | 16 Dec 2024 |
| 11 Jul 2024 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D | Complaint investigation | 19 Jul 2024 |
| 4 Mar 2024 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | E | Complaint investigation | 4 Apr 2024 |
| 4 Mar 2024 | F0907 | Provide enough space and equipment to meet each resident's needs | E | Complaint investigation | 4 Apr 2024 |
| 4 Mar 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. | D | Complaint investigation | 4 Apr 2024 |
| 12 Jan 2024 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | Complaint investigation | 13 Mar 2024 |
| 12 Jan 2024 | F0839 | Employ staff that are licensed, certified, or registered in accordance with state laws. | D | Complaint investigation | 13 Mar 2024 |
| 3 Nov 2023 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Complaint investigation | 27 Dec 2023 |
| 27 Oct 2023 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | F | Complaint investigation | 27 Nov 2023 |
| 27 Oct 2023 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | E | Complaint investigation | 27 Nov 2023 |
| 27 Oct 2023 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E | Complaint investigation | 27 Nov 2023 |
| 27 Oct 2023 | F0761 | 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. | D | Complaint investigation | 27 Nov 2023 |
| 15 Jul 2021 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | E | Standard survey | 13 Aug 2021 |
| 15 Jul 2021 | F0558 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | D | Standard survey | 13 Aug 2021 |
| 15 Jul 2021 | F0658 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | D | Standard survey | 13 Aug 2021 |
| 15 Jul 2021 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 13 Aug 2021 |
| 15 Jul 2021 | F0697 | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. | D | Standard survey | 13 Aug 2021 |
| 15 Jul 2021 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D | Standard survey | 13 Aug 2021 |
| 15 Jul 2021 | F0761 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 13 Aug 2021 |
| 15 Jul 2021 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D | Standard survey | 13 Aug 2021 |
| 15 Jul 2021 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Standard survey | 13 Aug 2021 |
| 15 Jul 2021 | F0908 | Keep all essential equipment working safely. | D | Standard survey | 13 Aug 2021 |
| 5 Apr 2019 | F0759 | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. | E | Standard survey | 2 May 2019 |
| 5 Apr 2019 | F0761 | 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. | E | Standard survey | 2 May 2019 |
| 5 Apr 2019 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | E | Standard survey | 2 May 2019 |
| 5 Apr 2019 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E | Standard survey | 2 May 2019 |
| 5 Apr 2019 | 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 | 2 May 2019 |
| 5 Apr 2019 | F0658 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | D | Standard survey | 2 May 2019 |
| 5 Apr 2019 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Standard survey | 2 May 2019 |
| 5 Apr 2019 | F0692 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | D | Standard survey | 2 May 2019 |
| 5 Apr 2019 | F0693 | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. | D | Standard survey | 2 May 2019 |
| 5 Apr 2019 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D | Standard survey | 2 May 2019 |
| 5 Apr 2019 | 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 | 2 May 2019 |
| 5 Apr 2019 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 2 May 2019 |
Penalties
CMS lists no fines or payment denials for this facility in the period covered.
Staffing
Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the California average. Turnover: nursing staff 42.0%, RNs 60.9%; 2 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 | 4.7% | 8.9% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 0.0% | 1.3% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 0.9% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 6.8% | 8.6% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 5.3% | 3.6% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 11.5% | 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, individual. Chain: Links Healthcare Group (32 facilities).
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Links Healthcare Group LLC | Direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2017 |
| Links Healthcare Group LLC | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | 09/01/2017 |
| American River Holdco LLC | 5% or greater security interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2017 |
| Forbright Bank | 5% or greater security interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2017 |
| Links Healthcare Group LLC | Operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2017 |
| American River Holdco LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2017 |
| Eide Bailly LLP | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2017 |
| Links Healthcare Group LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2017 |
| Links Support Services, LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2017 |
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 Joaquin County
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meadowood A Health and Rehabilitation Center | Stockton | 100 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 38 | 38.0 | — | 21 May 2026 |
| Arbor Rehabilitation & Nursing Center | Lodi | 149 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 48 | 32.2 | — | 9 Jan 2026 |
| Bethany Home Society San Joaquin County | Ripon | 92 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 29 | 31.5 | — | 15 Apr 2026 |
| Fairmont Rehabilitation Hospital | Lodi | 59 | 4 | 4 | 4 | 29 | 49.2 | — | 7 May 2026 |
| Lodi Nursing & Rehabilitation | Lodi | 74 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 44 | 59.5 | — | 2 Jul 2026 |
| North Park Post-Acute | Tracy | 99 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 44 | 44.4 | — | 30 Jan 2026 |
| Vienna Nursing and Rehabilitation Center | Lodi | 150 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 35 | 23.3 | — | 1 Jul 2026 |
| Crestwood Manor - 104 | Stockton | 190 | 3 | 3 | 5 | 34 | 17.9 | — | 13 Apr 2026 |
All 24 facilities in San Joaquin County
Questions and answers
How many deficiencies has Clearwater Healthcare Center been cited for?
74 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 1 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The California median is 44 per facility.
Has Clearwater Healthcare Center been fined?
CMS lists no fines against the facility in the period covered.
How does staffing at Clearwater Healthcare Center compare?
Reported total nurse staffing is 4.2 hours per resident per day against a California median of 4.2 and a national average of 3.9.
Who operates Clearwater Healthcare Center?
It is part of the Links Healthcare Group chain. Ownership type is for-profit, individual. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include Links Healthcare Group LLC, Links Healthcare Group LLC and Links Healthcare Group LLC. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.
When was Clearwater Healthcare Center last inspected?
The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 1 Jul 2026; the most recent standard health survey was 27 Mar 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.