nursing home in San Francisco, CA
Central Gardens Post Acute
1355 Ellis Street, San Francisco, CA 94115 · (415) 567-2967
★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★5
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Central Gardens Post Acute at a glance
Central Gardens Post Acute is a 92-bed for-profit nursing home in San Francisco, California (San Francisco County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the California average of 3.2.
Residents receive about 3.8 hours of nursing care per day (0.9 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 4.5 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (February 20, 2025) found 3 health citations. The California average is 15.5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 31.7% per year (state average 36.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 92
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Pacs Group
- Medicare-certified since
- January 1, 1967
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- San Francisco County
- CMS Certification Number
- 055280
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.80 hrs | 4.52 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.87 hrs | 0.67 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.38 hrs | 2.65 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.44 hrs | 4.09 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 31.7% | 36.7% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 42.9% | 38.1% | 42.9% | Average |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 3 | 16 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 24 | 105.8 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $23,986 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 92 | 99 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 88 | 88 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 95.4% | 88.4% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 0.4% | 1.6% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.3% | 4.3% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 10% | 12% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.9% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 4.5% | 10.2% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 0% | 9.8% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.6% | 4% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 22.6% | 7.3% | 12.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.4% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 2% | 13.7% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 21.5% | 10.2% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 98.2% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 98.6% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0.8% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 99.6% | 93.2% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.7% | 94.4% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 26 health deficiencies and 21 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 20, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 6, 2025 |
| February 20, 2025 Fire safety | Use approved construction type or materials. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 6, 2025 |
| February 20, 2025 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 6, 2025 |
| February 20, 2025 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 6, 2025 |
| February 20, 2025 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0919 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 6, 2025 |
| February 20, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 6, 2025 |
| February 20, 2025 Fire safety | Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0347 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected March 6, 2025 |
| February 20, 2025 Fire safety | Provide primary/alternate means for communication. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0032 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected March 6, 2025 |
| February 20, 2025 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 13, 2025 |
| February 20, 2025 Standard | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 13, 2025 |
| February 20, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 13, 2025 |
| April 25, 2024 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 31, 2024 |
| April 25, 2024 Complaint | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 31, 2024 |
| January 27, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 1, 2024 |
| May 26, 2023 Fire safety | Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0347 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 20, 2023 |
| May 26, 2023 Fire safety | Use approved construction type or materials. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 20, 2023 |
| May 26, 2023 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 20, 2023 |
| May 26, 2023 Fire safety | Establish staff and initial training requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0037 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 20, 2023 |
| May 26, 2023 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 20, 2023 |
| May 26, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 20, 2023 |
| May 26, 2023 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 20, 2023 |
| May 26, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 20, 2023 |
| May 26, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 24, 2023 |
| May 26, 2023 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 24, 2023 |
| May 26, 2023 Standard | 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 · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 24, 2023 |
| May 26, 2023 Standard | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 24, 2023 |
| May 26, 2023 Standard | 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 · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 24, 2023 |
| May 26, 2023 Standard | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 24, 2023 |
| May 26, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0806 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 24, 2023 |
| May 26, 2023 Standard | 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 · Tag F0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 24, 2023 |
| October 4, 2019 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 26, 2019 |
| October 4, 2019 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 26, 2019 |
| October 4, 2019 Fire safety | Use approved construction type or materials. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 26, 2019 |
| October 4, 2019 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 26, 2019 |
| October 4, 2019 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 26, 2019 |
| October 4, 2019 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 12, 2019 |
| October 4, 2019 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 12, 2019 |
| October 4, 2019 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 12, 2019 |
| October 4, 2019 Standard | 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 · Tag F0761 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 12, 2019 |
| October 4, 2019 Standard | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 12, 2019 |
| October 4, 2019 Standard | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0582 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 12, 2019 |
| October 4, 2019 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 12, 2019 |
| October 4, 2019 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 12, 2019 |
| October 4, 2019 Standard | 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 · Tag F0842 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 12, 2019 |
| October 4, 2019 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 12, 2019 |
| October 4, 2019 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 12, 2019 |
| October 4, 2019 Standard | 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. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 12, 2019 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| PROVIDENCE GROUP INC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 01/01/2019 |
| PORTIER, DAVID Individual | contracted managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2019 |
| APT, FREDERICK Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| JERGENSEN, JOSHUA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| MITCHELL, JOHN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| RUSSELL, MATTHEW Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Central Gardens Post Acute's rating?
Central Gardens Post Acute has 5 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for California nursing homes is 3.2 stars.
How many inspection citations did Central Gardens Post Acute receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 3 citations, compared with a California average of 15.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Central Gardens Post Acute accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Central Gardens Post Acute?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Pacs Group. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Central Gardens Post Acute and how do I contact it?
Central Gardens Post Acute is at 1355 Ellis Street, San Francisco, CA 94115. Phone: (415) 567-2967.
About this data
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