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California CDPH state citations and administrative penalties, 1997 to early 2024 (archived dataset). Separate from federal CMS deficiencies.
| Severity | Isolated | Pattern | Widespread |
|---|---|---|---|
| Immediate jeopardy | J· | K· | L· |
| Actual harm | G1 | H· | I· |
| Potential harm | D20 | E10 | F6 |
| Minimal | A· | B· |
CMS publishes about the three most recent standard surveys plus complaint and infection-control inspections from the prior three years. Older findings leave the dataset; their absence is not evidence they never happened.
Federal certification and the state license are different records. A nursing home is licensed by the state and, separately, certified by CMS to bill Medicare and/or Medicaid. We link them by the CCN when the state publishes it; otherwise by exact address, house number and street, or exact name within the same ZIP, and label that link as inferred. Never by name alone.
| Date | Domain | Survey types | Citations | Most severe | Open | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 19, 2026 | Fire safety | Fire Safety Standard | 2 | Potential harm | — | Open → |
| Feb 19, 2026 | Health | Health Standard | 5 | Potential harm | — | Open → |
| Aug 5, 2025 | Health | Health Complaint | 1 | Actual harm | — | Open → |
| Feb 24, 2025 | Fire safety | Fire Safety Standard | 8 | Potential harm | — | Open → |
| Feb 24, 2025 | Health | Health Standard | 8 | Potential harm | — | Open → |
| Jul 16, 2024 | Health | Health Complaint | 1 | Potential harm | — | Open → |
| Apr 30, 2024 | Health | Health Complaint | 2 | Potential harm | — | Open → |
| Mar 1, 2024 | Fire safety | Fire Safety Standard | 4 | Potential harm | — | Open → |
| Mar 1, 2024 | Health | Health Standard | 6 | Potential harm | — | Open → |
| Date | Type | Amount | Payment denial | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 20, 2024 | Civil money penalty (fine) | $4,938 | — | 555530|Fine|129991 |
| Feb 12, 2024 | Civil money penalty (fine) | $4,938 | — | 555530|Fine|129933 |
| Jan 22, 2024 | Civil money penalty (fine) | $14,814 | — | 555530|Fine|129757 |
| Jan 8, 2024 | Civil money penalty (fine) | $4,938 | — | 555530|Fine|129690 |
| Jan 2, 2024 | Civil money penalty (fine) | $4,587 | — | 555530|Fine|129630 |
| Issued | Class | Type | Category | Final amount | Flags | Record |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 25, 2011 violation Nov 26, 2010 | Class B | Citation Citation B (HSC 1424) | Patient Rights | $1,000 | Closed | 040007860 |
| Severity | Isolated | Pattern | Widespread |
|---|---|---|---|
| Immediate jeopardy | J· | K· | L· |
| Actual harm | G1 | H· | I· |
| Potential harm | D20 | E10 | F6 |
| Minimal | A· | B· | C· |
| Date | Tag | Deficiency | Scope / severity | Correction | Flags |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 19, 2026 | K-0353 | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Environment & life safety | F · Potential harm Widespread | Corrected Mar 5, 2026 | |
| Feb 19, 2026 | K-0916 | Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Environment & life safety | F · Potential harm Widespread | Corrected Mar 3, 2026 | |
| Feb 19, 2026 | F-0559 |
“Corrected” does not erase a citation: the historical finding stays listed with its disposition. Narrative statements of deficiencies are not part of the CMS dataset; see Care Compare for the official inspection report.
CMS ratings apply to CMS-certified nursing homes only and are relative within each state. They are not a guarantee of any individual resident’s experience.
CMS legal business name of the certified provider. Operates this facility only.
Not part of a CMS-reported chain.
| Name | Type | Role (Carefield group) | CMS role text | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chowchilla Memorial Healthcare District | Organization | Operational / managerial control | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | not provided | Jan 1, 2005 |
| Leland Decker | Individual | Corporate officer / director | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | not provided | Jan 21, 2005 |
| Cathy Flores | Individual | Corporate officer / director | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | not provided | Jan 21, 2005 |
| Cathy Flores | Individual | Managing employee | W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE | not provided | Jul 22, 1991 |
Coordinates as published by CMS.
| Facility | Distance | Beds | CMS overall | Last inspection | Citations (window) | Fines |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Palms Care Center 1010 Ventura Avenue, Chowchilla, CA 93610 CCN 0550472 state class AA/A | 0.1 km | 65 | Jul 27, 2026 | 631 IJ2 harm | — | |
| Paris-Lamb Health Center 23370 Road 22, Chowchilla, CA 93610 State license only | 10.6 km | 38 lic. | Not CMS rated | — | No inspections in window | — |
| Merced Behavioral Center 1255 B Street, Merced, CA 95341 CCN 05A1471 state class AA/A | 25.9 km | 96 | Aug 21, 2026 | 461 harm | — |
| Source | Record | Facts | Evidence | Source release | Retrieved |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CMS Provider Information US-CMS | 555530 | name, address, phone, certification, certified_beds, ownership_type, legal_business_name, chain | Verified | Oct 1, 2026 | Nov 7, 2026 |
| CMS Provider Information US-CMS | 555530 | ratings, staffing, health_survey_score Five-Star ratings and PBJ staffing apply to the CMS-certified universe only. | Verified | Oct 1, 2026 | Nov 7, 2026 |
| California CDPH Licensed Facility Listing CA | 040000790 | state_license, licensed_beds, licensee Linked to the CMS record by exact CCN. | Verified | Oct 16, 2026 | Nov 7, 2026 |
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| Dec 11, 2023 | Civil money penalty (fine) | $13,762 | — | 555530|Fine|129463 |
| Nov 20, 2023 | Civil money penalty (fine) | $4,587 | — | 555530|Fine|129389 |
| Nov 13, 2023 | Civil money penalty (fine) | $4,587 | — | 555530|Fine|129336 |
| Nov 6, 2023 | Civil money penalty (fine) | $4,587 | — | 555530|Fine|129278 |
| Oct 30, 2023 | Civil money penalty (fine) | $4,587 | — | 555530|Fine|129200 |
| Oct 23, 2023 | Civil money penalty (fine) | $4,587 | — | 555530|Fine|129158 |
| Oct 17, 2023 | Civil money penalty (fine) | $4,587 | — | 555530|Fine|129099 |
| Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Resident rights & abuse/neglect |
| D · Potential harm Isolated |
| Corrected Mar 17, 2026 |
| Feb 19, 2026 | F-0607 | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Resident rights & abuse/neglect | E · Potential harm Pattern | Corrected Mar 17, 2026 |
| Feb 19, 2026 | F-0761 | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Medication management | D · Potential harm Isolated | Corrected Mar 17, 2026 |
| Feb 19, 2026 | F-0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Food, nutrition & hydration | E · Potential harm Pattern | Corrected Mar 17, 2026 |
| Feb 19, 2026 | F-0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Infection prevention | D · Potential harm Isolated | Corrected Mar 17, 2026 |
| Aug 5, 2025 | F-0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Clinical care | G · Actual harm Isolated | Corrected Sep 2, 2025 | Complaint |
| Feb 24, 2025 | K-0161 | Use approved construction type or materials. Construction Deficiencies · Environment & life safety | D · Potential harm Isolated | Corrected Mar 5, 2025 |
| Feb 24, 2025 | K-0293 | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Environment & life safety | D · Potential harm Isolated | Corrected Mar 5, 2025 |
| Feb 24, 2025 | K-0345 | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Environment & life safety | F · Potential harm Widespread | Corrected Mar 15, 2025 |
| Feb 24, 2025 | K-0353 | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Environment & life safety | F · Potential harm Widespread | Corrected Mar 17, 2025 |
| Feb 24, 2025 | K-0363 | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Environment & life safety | D · Potential harm Isolated | Corrected Mar 10, 2025 |
| Feb 24, 2025 | K-0918 | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Environment & life safety | D · Potential harm Isolated | Corrected Mar 17, 2025 |
| Feb 24, 2025 | K-0919 | Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Environment & life safety | D · Potential harm Isolated | Corrected Mar 10, 2025 |
| Feb 24, 2025 | K-0920 | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Environment & life safety | E · Potential harm Pattern | Corrected Mar 10, 2025 |
| Feb 24, 2025 | F-0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Clinical care | E · Potential harm Pattern | Corrected Apr 24, 2025 |
| Feb 24, 2025 | F-0658 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Clinical care | E · Potential harm Pattern | Corrected Apr 24, 2025 |
| Feb 24, 2025 | F-0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Clinical care | D · Potential harm Isolated | Corrected Apr 24, 2025 |
| Feb 24, 2025 | F-0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Clinical care | D · Potential harm Isolated | Corrected Apr 24, 2025 |
| Feb 24, 2025 | F-0800 | Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Food, nutrition & hydration | D · Potential harm Isolated | Corrected Apr 24, 2025 |
| Feb 24, 2025 | F-0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Food, nutrition & hydration | F · Potential harm Widespread | Corrected Apr 24, 2025 |
| Feb 24, 2025 | F-0849 | Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services. Administration Deficiencies · Administration & records | D · Potential harm Isolated | Corrected Apr 24, 2025 |
| Feb 24, 2025 | F-0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Infection prevention | E · Potential harm Pattern | Corrected Apr 24, 2025 |
| Jul 16, 2024 | F-0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Clinical care | D · Potential harm Isolated | Corrected Sep 26, 2024 | Complaint |
| Apr 30, 2024 | F-0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Clinical care | D · Potential harm Isolated | Corrected Jun 19, 2024 | Complaint |
| Apr 30, 2024 | F-0657 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Clinical care | D · Potential harm Isolated | Corrected Jun 19, 2024 | Complaint |
| Mar 1, 2024 | K-0341 | Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility. Smoke Deficiencies · Environment & life safety | D · Potential harm Isolated | Corrected Mar 22, 2024 |
| Mar 1, 2024 | K-0353 | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Environment & life safety | D · Potential harm Isolated | Corrected Mar 22, 2024 |
| Mar 1, 2024 | K-0711 | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Environment & life safety | D · Potential harm Isolated | Corrected Mar 22, 2024 |
| Mar 1, 2024 | K-0919 | Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Environment & life safety | D · Potential harm Isolated | Corrected Mar 22, 2024 |
| Mar 1, 2024 | F-0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Resident rights & abuse/neglect | D · Potential harm Isolated | Corrected Mar 24, 2024 |
| Mar 1, 2024 | F-0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Clinical care | E · Potential harm Pattern | Corrected Mar 24, 2024 |
| Mar 1, 2024 | F-0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Clinical care | E · Potential harm Pattern | Corrected Mar 24, 2024 |
| Mar 1, 2024 | F-0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Food, nutrition & hydration | F · Potential harm Widespread | Corrected Mar 24, 2024 |
| Mar 1, 2024 | F-0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Clinical care | E · Potential harm Pattern | Corrected Mar 24, 2024 |
| Mar 1, 2024 | F-0849 | Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services. Administration Deficiencies · Administration & records | E · Potential harm Pattern | Corrected Mar 24, 2024 |
Reported from Payroll-Based Journal (PBJ) data, as published by CMS. Case-mix adjusted total: 4.37 (case-mix index 1.27).