nursing home in Woodland, CA

Cottonwood Healthcare Center

625 Cottonwood Street, Woodland, CA 95695 · (530) 662-9193

★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★4
  • Staffing★★★★★5
  • 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

Cottonwood Healthcare Center at a glance

Cottonwood Healthcare Center is a 98-bed for-profit nursing home in Woodland, California (Yolo 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 4.4 hours of nursing care per day (1.2 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 4.5 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (July 9, 2026) found 6 health citations. The California average is 15.5.

It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.

Nursing staff turnover is 43.4% per year (state average 36.7%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Limited Liability Company
Beds
98
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
Aspen Skilled Healthcare
Medicare-certified since
September 15, 1969
Resident/family council
Both
County
Yolo County
CMS Certification Number
056098

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityCalifornia avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 53.2 / 53 / 5Better
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 52.8 / 52.8 / 5Better
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 53.3 / 52.9 / 5Better
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 54.1 / 53.6 / 5Better
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)5 / 54.4 / 53.8 / 5Better
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)5 / 53.6 / 53.3 / 5Better

Staffing

This facility4.44 hrsCalifornia average4.52 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. California and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityCalifornia avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)4.44 hrs4.52 hrs3.86 hrsBetter
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)1.22 hrs0.67 hrs0.69 hrsBetter
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.49 hrs2.65 hrs2.32 hrsBetter
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)3.97 hrs4.09 hrs3.42 hrsBetter
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)43.4%36.7%45.8%Better
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)20%38.1%42.9%Better
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)101Worse

Inspections

This facility6California average16U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. California and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityCalifornia avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)6169Better
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)243Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)48105.880.6Better

Penalties

This facility0California average1U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. California and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityCalifornia avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$0$23,986$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better

Size

MeasureThis facilityCalifornia avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds9899107
Average residents per day908886
Occupancy91.9%88.4%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility1.3%California average1.6%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. California and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityCalifornia avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)1.3%1.6%3.2%Better
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)1.1%4.3%4.6%Better
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)13%12%15.4%Better
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)0%1.2%1.6%Better
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)0%0.8%0.8%Better
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)4.2%10.2%13.9%Better
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)5.4%9.8%14.1%Better
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)2.8%4%5.2%Better
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)15.3%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)7.6%13.7%19.5%Better
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)10.6%10.2%19%Better
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)98.8%98.2%95.5%Average
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)100%98.6%93.6%Better

Short-stay residents

This facility0%California average1.5%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. California and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityCalifornia avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)0%1.5%1.6%Better
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)95.9%93.2%79.8%Better
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)99.2%94.4%82%Better

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 32 health deficiencies and 18 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
July 24, 2026
Complaint
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 25, 2026
July 17, 2026
Fire safety
Satisfy building requirements after a repair, renovation, modification, or change of user/occupancy.
Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0111
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 28, 2026
July 9, 2026
Fire safety
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 1, 2026
July 9, 2026
Fire safety
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 1, 2026
July 9, 2026
Fire safety
Have a complete alarm system manually initiated and initiated by fire sprinkler system connection.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0342
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 1, 2026
July 9, 2026
Fire safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 1, 2026
July 9, 2026
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected August 1, 2026
July 9, 2026
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected August 4, 2026
July 9, 2026
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 23, 2026
July 9, 2026
Standard
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0801
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 23, 2026
July 9, 2026
Standard
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0676
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 22, 2026
July 9, 2026
Standard
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 22, 2026
June 30, 2026
Complaint
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0602
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 27, 2026
July 30, 2025
Fire safety
Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0919
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 14, 2025
July 30, 2025
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected August 14, 2025
July 30, 2025
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected August 14, 2025
July 30, 2025
Fire safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected August 14, 2025
July 30, 2025
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
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 7, 2025
July 30, 2025
Standard
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 7, 2025
July 30, 2025
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 7, 2025
July 30, 2025
Standard
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 7, 2025
July 30, 2025
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 August 7, 2025
July 30, 2025
Standard
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 7, 2025
July 30, 2025
Standard
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 7, 2025
February 20, 2025
Complaint
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 12, 2025
February 20, 2025
Complaint
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0919
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 12, 2025
February 20, 2025
Complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 12, 2025
December 30, 2024
Complaint
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 January 15, 2025
November 25, 2024
Complaint
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 December 13, 2024
August 15, 2024
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 September 1, 2024
August 15, 2024
Fire safety
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 1, 2024
August 15, 2024
Fire safety
Develop a communication plan.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0029
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected September 1, 2024
August 15, 2024
Fire safety
Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0013
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected September 1, 2024
August 15, 2024
Fire safety
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0004
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected September 1, 2024
August 15, 2024
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected September 1, 2024
August 15, 2024
Fire safety
Establish emergency prep training and testing.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0036
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected September 1, 2024
August 15, 2024
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 4, 2024
August 15, 2024
Standard
Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0802
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 4, 2024
August 15, 2024
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 September 4, 2024
August 15, 2024
Standard
Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0868
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 4, 2024
August 15, 2024
Standard
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 4, 2024
August 15, 2024
Standard
Implement 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.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 4, 2024
August 15, 2024
Standard
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 4, 2024
August 15, 2024
Standard
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0730
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 4, 2024
August 15, 2024
Standard
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 4, 2024
August 15, 2024
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 4, 2024
August 15, 2024
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 September 4, 2024
August 15, 2024
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 September 4, 2024
August 15, 2024
Standard
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 4, 2024
April 25, 2024
Complaint
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 May 10, 2024

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.

NameRoleShareSince
AWCS, LLC
Organization
5% or greater direct ownership interest100%02/26/2024
ASPEN HEALTHCARE SERVICES LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE02/01/2023
AWCS, LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE02/26/2024
BRADSHAW, JEFFREY
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2023
BRADY, VERN
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE02/26/2024
CASE, RYAN
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE02/26/2024
CLARK, PATRICIA
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE11/27/2023
EAST WEST BANK
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE02/26/2024
JURADO, FRANK
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE02/26/2024
PAXMAN, MARCUS
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE02/26/2024
RAWE, COLTON
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE02/26/2024
SEQUOIA HEALTHCARE GROUP LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE02/26/2024
WELLS FARGO BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE02/26/2024
XIONG, GLEN
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE02/26/2024
RAWE, COLTON
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE02/26/2024
BRADSHAW, PETER
Individual
indirect ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE02/26/2024
KIRKWOOD, JARED
Individual
indirect ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE02/26/2024
ORGILL, CRAIG
Individual
indirect ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE02/26/2024
PARTI, RAJESH
Individual
indirect ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE02/26/2024
PAXMAN, MARCUS
Individual
indirect ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE02/26/2024
AWCS, LLC
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE02/26/2024
CLARK, PATRICIA
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE11/27/2023
RAWE, COLTON
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE02/26/2024
XIONG, GLEN
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE02/26/2024

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Frequently asked questions

What is Cottonwood Healthcare Center's rating?

Cottonwood Healthcare Center 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 Cottonwood Healthcare Center receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 6 citations, compared with a California average of 15.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Cottonwood Healthcare Center 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 Cottonwood Healthcare Center?

It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Aspen Skilled Healthcare. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Cottonwood Healthcare Center and how do I contact it?

Cottonwood Healthcare Center is at 625 Cottonwood Street, Woodland, CA 95695. Phone: (530) 662-9193.

About this data

Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.