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Meadowood Nursing Center
3805 Dexter Lane, Clearlake, CA 95422
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.
Meadowood Nursing Center, in Clearlake, California, is certified for 99 beds under for-profit, corporation ownership and belongs to the Ajc Healthcare 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 56 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (29, 3, 24 by cycle, most recent first), 6 of them at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. That is 56.6 per 100 beds, about the same as the state median of 51.1.
CMS lists 2 penalties in the period covered: fines totalling $91K.
Reported nurse staffing is 4.1 hours per resident per day (0.3 RN), close to the California median of 4.2; nursing staff turnover is 44.9%.
CMS flags that the facility carries the CMS abuse icon.
Compared with county, state and nation
| Measure | This facility | Lake Co. median | California median | US average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3.0 |
| Health citations, 3 cycles | 56 | 49 | 44 | 28.7 |
| Citations per 100 beds | 56.6 | 56.6 | 51.1 | 26.8 |
| Total nurse hours per resident day | 4.1 | 4.1 | 4.2 | 3.9 |
| RN hours per resident day | 0.3 | 0.4 | 0.5 | 0.7 |
| Nursing staff turnover | 44.9% | 41.8% | 36.4% | 45.8% |
| Fines listed | $91,067 | $0 | $0 | — |
County and state figures are medians across facilities (3 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: 8 Jan 2026, 24 Jan 2025.
Severity mix: G ×6 D ×27 E ×21 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)
| Survey date | Tag | What the tag requires | Severity | Type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Jun 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 | 13 Jul 2026 |
| 5 May 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 | 28 May 2026 |
| 30 Apr 2026 | F0658 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | E | Complaint investigation | 1 Jun 2026 |
| 30 Apr 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 | 1 Jun 2026 |
| 30 Apr 2026 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Complaint investigation | 1 Jun 2026 |
| 28 Apr 2026 | 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 | 12 May 2026 |
| 17 Mar 2026 | F0760 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. | D | Complaint investigation | 1 Apr 2026 |
| 24 Feb 2026 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | D | Complaint investigation | 12 Mar 2026 |
| 24 Feb 2026 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D | Complaint investigation | 12 Mar 2026 |
| 24 Feb 2026 | F0658 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | D | Complaint investigation | 12 Mar 2026 |
| 24 Feb 2026 | 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 | 12 Mar 2026 |
| 24 Feb 2026 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Complaint investigation | 12 Mar 2026 |
| 19 Feb 2026 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | E | Complaint investigation | 11 Mar 2026 |
| 8 Jan 2026 | 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 | 30 Jan 2026 |
| 8 Jan 2026 | F0645 | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities | E | Standard survey | 30 Jan 2026 |
| 8 Jan 2026 | F0712 | Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits. | E | Standard survey | 30 Jan 2026 |
| 8 Jan 2026 | F0804 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | E | Standard survey | 30 Jan 2026 |
| 8 Jan 2026 | 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 Jan 2026 |
| 8 Jan 2026 | F0583 | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. | D | Standard survey | 30 Jan 2026 |
| 8 Jan 2026 | F0628 | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. | D | Standard survey | 30 Jan 2026 |
| 8 Jan 2026 | F0644 | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. | D | Standard survey | 30 Jan 2026 |
| 8 Jan 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 | Standard survey | 30 Jan 2026 |
| 8 Jan 2026 | F0676 | Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. | D | Standard survey | 30 Jan 2026 |
| 17 Dec 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 | 5 Jan 2026 |
| 4 Dec 2025 | F0658 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | E | Complaint investigation | 18 Dec 2025 |
| 4 Dec 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 | 18 Dec 2025 |
| 7 Oct 2025 | F0557 | Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. | G | Complaint investigation | 30 Oct 2025 |
| 7 Oct 2025 | F0658 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | G | Complaint investigation | 30 Oct 2025 |
| 7 Oct 2025 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D | Complaint investigation | 30 Oct 2025 |
| 8 May 2025 | F0602 | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. | D | Complaint investigation | 8 May 2025 |
| 24 Jan 2025 | F0582 | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. | E | Standard survey | 5 Feb 2025 |
| 24 Jan 2025 | F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | D | Standard survey | 5 Feb 2025 |
| 30 Jul 2024 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | G | Complaint investigation | 21 Aug 2024 |
| 7 May 2024 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | G | Complaint investigation | 20 Jun 2024 |
| 7 May 2024 | F0697 | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. | G | Complaint investigation | 20 Jun 2024 |
| 7 May 2024 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | E | Complaint investigation | 20 Jun 2024 |
| 7 May 2024 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | E | Complaint investigation | 20 Jun 2024 |
| 7 May 2024 | F0919 | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. | E | Complaint investigation | 20 Jun 2024 |
| 7 May 2024 | F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | D | Complaint investigation | 20 Jun 2024 |
| 14 Mar 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 | 14 Mar 2024 |
| 14 Mar 2024 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D | Complaint investigation | 14 Mar 2024 |
| 2 Feb 2024 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D | Complaint investigation | 6 Mar 2024 |
| 19 Sep 2023 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D | Complaint investigation | 21 Oct 2023 |
| 14 Dec 2022 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | G | Standard survey | 19 Jan 2023 |
| 14 Dec 2022 | F0732 | Post nurse staffing information every day. | F | Standard survey | 17 Jan 2023 |
| 14 Dec 2022 | F0919 | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. | F | Standard survey | 19 Jan 2023 |
| 14 Dec 2022 | F0679 | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. | E | Standard survey | 19 Jan 2023 |
| 14 Dec 2022 | F0692 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | E | Standard survey | 17 Jan 2023 |
| 14 Dec 2022 | F0725 | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. | E | Standard survey | 17 Jan 2023 |
| 14 Dec 2022 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | E | Standard survey | 19 Jan 2023 |
| 14 Dec 2022 | F0757 | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. | E | Standard survey | 10 Mar 2023 |
| 14 Dec 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 | 14 Dec 2022 |
| 14 Dec 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 | 16 Jan 2023 |
| 14 Dec 2022 | F0851 | Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data. | E | Standard survey | 2 Jan 2023 |
| 14 Dec 2022 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E | Standard survey | 20 Jan 2023 |
| 14 Dec 2022 | F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | D | Standard survey | 19 Jan 2023 |
Penalties
| Date | Type | Amount | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Jul 2024 | Fine | $24,668 | |
| 7 May 2024 | Fine | $66,399 |
Staffing
Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the California average. Turnover: nursing staff 44.9%, RNs 66.7%; 0 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 | 7.5% | 8.9% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 0.3% | 1.3% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 0.0% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 6.5% | 8.6% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 1.8% | 3.6% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 8.5% | 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, corporation. Legal business name: Vindra Inc. Chain: Ajc Healthcare (14 facilities).
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Swc Ca Opco 2 LLC | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 06/30/2023 |
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 Lake County
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lakeport Post Acute | Lakeport | 81 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 49 | 60.5 | — | 13 May 2026 |
| Rocky Point Care Centerabuse icon | Lakeport | 90 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 40 | 44.4 | — | 2 Apr 2026 |
All 3 facilities in Lake County
Questions and answers
How many deficiencies has Meadowood Nursing Center been cited for?
56 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 6 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The California median is 44 per facility.
Has Meadowood Nursing Center been fined?
Yes. CMS lists fines totalling $91K in the period covered.
How does staffing at Meadowood Nursing Center compare?
Reported total nurse staffing is 4.1 hours per resident per day against a California median of 4.2 and a national average of 3.9.
Who operates Meadowood Nursing Center?
It is part of the Ajc Healthcare chain. Ownership type is for-profit, corporation. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include Swc Ca Opco 2 LLC. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.
When was Meadowood Nursing Center last inspected?
The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 23 Jun 2026; the most recent standard health survey was 8 Jan 2026.
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.