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Sierra Vista Healthcare

1715 South Cedar, Fresno, CA 93702

CCN 555866 · For-profit, limited liability company · 99 certified beds · chain Aspen Skilled Healthcare

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.

Certified for 99 beds, Sierra Vista Healthcare serves Fresno in Fresno County, California and has taken Medicare and Medicaid residents since 2010.

CMS gives it 3 of 5 stars overall, equal to the California median; the health inspection rating is 3, staffing 4 and quality measures 4.

Inspectors recorded 53 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (13, 19, 21 by cycle, most recent first), 3 of them at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. That is 53.5 per 100 beds, about the same as the state median of 51.1.

CMS lists 1 penalty in the period covered: fines totalling $12K.

Reported nurse staffing is 4.4 hours per resident per day (0.4 RN), close to the California median of 4.2; nursing staff turnover is 34.7%.

53health deficiencies, 3 survey cycles3 at actual harm or worse
$12Kfines listed by CMS1 penalty in period
4.4nurse hours per resident per daystate median 4.2
90%occupancy (residents ÷ beds)89 residents a day

Compared with county, state and nation

MeasureThis facilityFresno Co. medianCalifornia medianUS average
Overall star rating3333.0
Health citations, 3 cycles53414428.7
Citations per 100 beds53.553.551.126.8
Total nurse hours per resident day4.44.14.23.9
RN hours per resident day0.40.40.50.7
Nursing staff turnover34.7%45.7%36.4%45.8%
Fines listed$12,048$0$0—

County and state figures are medians across facilities (31 in the county, 1165 in the state); the US column is the CMS national average where CMS publishes one.

Citations by survey cycle

Cycle 1 (latest)13
Cycle 219
Cycle 321

Dark bar: this facility. Grey bar: California average per facility for the same cycle, as published by CMS. Standard health survey dates: 9 Jan 2026, 27 Sep 2024.

Severity mix: L ×1 G ×1 H ×1 D ×32 E ×11 F ×7

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 dateTagWhat the tag requiresSeverityTypeCorrected
9 Jan 2026F0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.FStandard survey30 Jan 2026
9 Jan 2026F0803Ensure 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.EStandard survey30 Jan 2026
9 Jan 2026F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.EStandard survey30 Jan 2026
9 Jan 2026F0550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.DStandard survey30 Jan 2026
9 Jan 2026F0554Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.DStandard survey30 Jan 2026
9 Jan 2026F0645PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual DisabilitiesDStandard survey30 Jan 2026
9 Jan 2026F0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.DStandard survey30 Jan 2026
9 Jan 2026F0658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.DStandard survey30 Jan 2026
9 Jan 2026F0755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.DStandard survey30 Jan 2026
9 Jan 2026F0761Ensure 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.DStandard survey30 Jan 2026
9 Jan 2026F0805Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.DStandard survey30 Jan 2026
9 Jan 2026F0842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.DStandard survey30 Jan 2026
4 Nov 2025F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.EComplaint investigation30 Nov 2025
3 May 2025F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.DComplaint investigation30 May 2025
1 Nov 2024F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.DComplaint investigation22 Nov 2024
27 Sep 2024F0577Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.FStandard survey27 Oct 2024
27 Sep 2024F0761Ensure 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.FStandard survey27 Oct 2024
27 Sep 2024F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.FStandard survey27 Oct 2024
27 Sep 2024F0550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.EStandard survey27 Oct 2024
27 Sep 2024F0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.EStandard survey27 Oct 2024
27 Sep 2024F0658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.EStandard survey27 Oct 2024
27 Sep 2024F0759Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.EStandard survey27 Oct 2024
27 Sep 2024F0802Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.EStandard survey27 Oct 2024
27 Sep 2024F0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.EStandard survey27 Oct 2024
27 Sep 2024F0578Honor 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.DStandard survey27 Oct 2024
27 Sep 2024F0583Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.DStandard survey27 Oct 2024
27 Sep 2024F0584Honor 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.DStandard survey27 Oct 2024
27 Sep 2024F0645PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual DisabilitiesDStandard survey27 Oct 2024
27 Sep 2024F0687Provide appropriate foot care.DStandard survey27 Oct 2024
27 Sep 2024F0806Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.DStandard survey27 Oct 2024
27 Sep 2024F0810Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.DStandard survey27 Oct 2024
2 Aug 2024F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.GComplaint investigation12 Sep 2024
6 Sep 2022F0801Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.LStandard survey8 Nov 2022
6 Sep 2022F0692Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.HStandard survey8 Nov 2022
6 Sep 2022F0802Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.FStandard survey8 Nov 2022
6 Sep 2022F0804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.FStandard survey8 Nov 2022
6 Sep 2022F0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.FStandard survey30 Dec 2022
6 Sep 2022F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.EStandard survey8 Nov 2022
6 Sep 2022F0908Keep all essential equipment working safely.EStandard survey8 Nov 2022
6 Sep 2022F0602Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.DStandard survey8 Nov 2022
6 Sep 2022F0641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.DStandard survey8 Nov 2022
6 Sep 2022F0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.DStandard survey8 Nov 2022
6 Sep 2022F0657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.DStandard survey8 Nov 2022
6 Sep 2022F0658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.DStandard survey8 Nov 2022
6 Sep 2022F0679Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.DStandard survey8 Nov 2022
6 Sep 2022F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.DStandard survey8 Nov 2022
6 Sep 2022F0726Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.DStandard survey8 Nov 2022
6 Sep 2022F0761Ensure 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.DStandard survey8 Nov 2022
6 Sep 2022F0800Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.DStandard survey30 Dec 2022
6 Sep 2022F0803Ensure 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.DStandard survey8 Nov 2022
6 Sep 2022F0806Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.DStandard survey8 Nov 2022
6 Sep 2022F0842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.DStandard survey8 Nov 2022
6 Sep 2022F0909Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame.DStandard survey8 Nov 2022

Penalties

DateTypeAmountDetail
2 Aug 2024Fine$12,048

Staffing

Total nursing4.41 h
Nurse aides2.65 h
LPN1.3 h
RN0.45 h
Weekend total4.15 h

Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the California average. Turnover: nursing staff 34.7%, RNs 27.3%; 0 administrators left in the reporting year.

Quality measures

MeasureResidentsThis facilityCalifornia medianUS median
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increasedLong Stay13.8%8.9%12.6%
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladderLong Stay0.7%0.3%0.3%
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infectionLong Stay0.0%0.7%0.9%
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injuryLong Stay1.7%1.3%2.8%
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medicationShort Stay1.3%0.8%1.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsenedLong Stay17.8%8.6%12.5%
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcersLong Stay7.9%3.6%4.2%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicationLong Stay5.1%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: Asfc,Llc. Chain: Aspen Skilled Healthcare (35 facilities).

OrganisationRole in the CMS recordInterestSince
Asfc,LLC5% or greater direct ownership interest100%10/01/2009
Aspen Skilled Healthcare Inc5% or greater mortgage interestNOT APPLICABLE06/02/2014
Asfc,LLCOperational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE10/01/2009
Asfc,LLCAdp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE10/01/2009
Aspen Healthcare Services LLCAdp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2023
Aspen Skilled Healthcare IncAdp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE02/01/2019
Csfc, LLCAdp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE02/01/2019
East West BankAdp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE10/01/2009
Sequoia Healthcare Group LLCAdp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2023

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 Fresno County

FacilityCityBedsOverallHealthStaffingCitationsPer 100 bedsFinesLast survey
California Home For the AgedFresno1205553529.2—19 Aug 2025
Community Subacute and Transitional Care CenterFresno1065551312.3—19 Dec 2025
Manning Gardens Care Center, IncFresno595454067.8$12K27 Mar 2026
North Point Healthcare & Wellness Centre LPFresno995532020.2—27 Mar 2025
Oakwood Gardens Care CenterFresno1035432827.2—9 Jan 2026
The Terraces At San Joaquin Gardens VillageFresno545353157.4—23 Apr 2025
Veterans Home of California - FresnoFresno1205452924.2—9 Apr 2026
Vineyard Care CenterReedley564324071.4—1 Apr 2026

All 31 facilities in Fresno County

Questions and answers

How many deficiencies has Sierra Vista Healthcare been cited for?

53 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 3 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The California median is 44 per facility.

Has Sierra Vista Healthcare been fined?

Yes. CMS lists fines totalling $12K in the period covered.

How does staffing at Sierra Vista Healthcare compare?

Reported total nurse staffing is 4.4 hours per resident per day against a California median of 4.2 and a national average of 3.9.

Who operates Sierra Vista Healthcare?

It is part of the Aspen Skilled Healthcare chain. Ownership type is for-profit, limited liability company. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include Asfc,LLC and Asfc,LLC. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.

When was Sierra Vista Healthcare last inspected?

The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 9 Jan 2026; the most recent standard health survey was 9 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.