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PACIFIC HEIGHTS TRANSITIONAL CARE CENTER Inspection Report, Violations & Safety Grade (SAN FRANCISCO, California)

2707 PINE STREET, SAN FRANCISCO, California 94115

Phone: 4155637600

CMS Overall:5/5

Overview & Bed Count

Certified Beds
120
Avg Residents/Day
112.9
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
County
San Francisco
Sprinkler Systems
Yes
Special Focus
None
Abuse Icon
No

CMS Star Ratings

Overall5/5
Health5/5
Staffing4/5
Quality5/5

Nurse Staffing Check

MetricThis FacilityCalifornia AvgDifference
RN Hours per Resident per Day0.890.68+0.21
Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day4.184.54-0.36
CMS Staffing Rating4/53.3/5-
Nursing Staff Turnover40.8%36.6%-

Health Citation History

24 health citations on record

DateCategoryDescriptionSeverity
2026-03-13Nursing and Physician Services DeficienciesObserve each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-03-13Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-03-13Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-03-13Pharmacy Service DeficienciesProvide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2025-01-29Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-08-29Resident Rights DeficienciesImmediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-08-29Pharmacy Service DeficienciesProvide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-08-29Resident Rights DeficienciesHonor 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 – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-08-29Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesEnsure each resident receives an accurate assessment.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-08-29Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesPASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual DisabilitiesD – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-08-29Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-08-29Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-08-29Pharmacy Service DeficienciesEnsure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-08-29Administration DeficienciesProvide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-08-29Infection Control DeficienciesProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-08-29Nursing and Physician Services DeficienciesPost nurse staffing information every day.C – Minimal Harm Potential
2021-04-28Pharmacy Service DeficienciesProvide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2021-04-28Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesEnsure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2021-04-28Pharmacy Service DeficienciesEnsure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2021-04-28Pharmacy Service DeficienciesEnsure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2021-04-28Pharmacy Service DeficienciesEnsure 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 – Moderate Harm Potential
2021-04-28Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2021-04-28Infection Control DeficienciesProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2021-04-28Pharmacy Service DeficienciesImplement 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 – Moderate Harm Potential

Fire Safety Citation History

18 fire safety citations on record

DateCategoryDescriptionSeverity
2026-03-13Smoke DeficienciesHave approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-03-13Services DeficienciesInstall properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-08-29Smoke DeficienciesInspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-08-29Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesHave generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-08-29Smoke DeficienciesInstall corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-08-29Smoke DeficienciesProperly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-08-29Smoke DeficienciesEnsure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-08-29Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesMeet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-08-29Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesEnsure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-08-29Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesConduct testing and exercise requirements.C – Minimal Harm Potential
2024-08-29Egress DeficienciesInstall emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.C – Minimal Harm Potential
2024-08-29Egress DeficienciesHave properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.C – Minimal Harm Potential
2021-04-28Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesImplement emergency and standby power systems.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2021-04-28Construction DeficienciesUse approved construction type or materials.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2021-04-28Smoke DeficienciesProperly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2021-04-28Smoke DeficienciesInstall corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2021-04-28Services DeficienciesInstall properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2021-04-28Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesEnsure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.D – Moderate Harm Potential

Total Penalties & Fines

$25,490
Total Fine Amount (CMS)
1
Number of Fines
1
Total Penalties
DateTypeFine AmountPayment Denial
2025-01-29Fine$25,490-

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