nursing home in Oakland, CA

Fruitvale Healthcare Center

3020 East 15th Street, Oakland, CA 94601 · (510) 261-5613

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

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

Fruitvale Healthcare Center at a glance

Fruitvale Healthcare Center is a 140-bed for-profit nursing home in Oakland, California (Alameda 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 4.1 hours of nursing care per day (0.4 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 4.5 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (October 24, 2024) found 4 health citations. The California average is 15.5.

Federal regulators fined it 11 times in the past three years, totaling $64,343.

Nursing staff turnover is 24% per year (state average 36.7%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Partnership
Beds
140
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
Mariner Health Care
Medicare-certified since
April 20, 1989
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Alameda County
CMS Certification Number
555358

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)5 / 52.8 / 52.8 / 5Better
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 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 facility4.09 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)4.09 hrs4.52 hrs3.86 hrsBetter
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.44 hrs0.67 hrs0.69 hrsWorse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.89 hrs2.65 hrs2.32 hrsBetter
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)3.91 hrs4.09 hrs3.42 hrsBetter
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)24%36.7%45.8%Better
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)18.2%38.1%42.9%Better
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)101Worse

Inspections

This facility4California 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)4169Better
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)243Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)29105.880.6Better

Penalties

This facility11California 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)1111Worse
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$64,343$23,986$30,972Worse
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)1111Worse

Size

MeasureThis facilityCalifornia avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds14099107
Average residents per day1358886
Occupancy96.1%88.4%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility1%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%1.6%3.2%Better
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)2.7%4.3%4.6%Better
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)10.7%12%15.4%Better
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)0.2%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)2.5%10.2%13.9%Better
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)3.3%9.8%14.1%Better
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)7.4%4%5.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)5.4%7.3%12.8%Better
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)9.4%13.7%19.5%Better
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)1.5%10.2%19%Better
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

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)100%93.2%79.8%Better
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)100%94.4%82%Better

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 26 health deficiencies and 23 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
July 23, 2026
Complaint
Provide appropriate foot care.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0687
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 15, 2026
November 17, 2025
Complaint
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 December 19, 2025
May 9, 2025
Complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 29, 2025
December 11, 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
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected January 2, 2025
October 24, 2024
Fire safety
Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0347
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected November 26, 2024
October 24, 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 December 5, 2024
October 24, 2024
Fire safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected November 26, 2024
October 24, 2024
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected November 13, 2024
October 24, 2024
Fire safety
Use approved construction type or materials.
Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 13, 2024
October 24, 2024
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 13, 2024
October 24, 2024
Standard
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 18, 2024
October 24, 2024
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 18, 2024
August 6, 2024
Complaint
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0740
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 2, 2024
April 29, 2024
Complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 16, 2024
March 8, 2024
Complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 22, 2024
February 15, 2024
Complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 6, 2024
December 10, 2021
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 27, 2021
December 10, 2021
Fire safety
Use approved construction type or materials.
Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 27, 2021
December 10, 2021
Fire safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 27, 2021
December 10, 2021
Fire safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 27, 2021
December 10, 2021
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 January 10, 2022
December 10, 2021
Standard
Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0745
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 10, 2022
December 10, 2021
Standard
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 10, 2022
December 10, 2021
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 January 10, 2022
December 10, 2021
Standard
Honor 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.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 10, 2022
December 10, 2021
Standard
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 10, 2022
March 7, 2019
Fire safety
Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0926
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 3, 2019
March 7, 2019
Fire safety
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 3, 2019
March 7, 2019
Fire safety
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 3, 2019
March 7, 2019
Fire safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 3, 2019
March 7, 2019
Fire safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 3, 2019
March 7, 2019
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 3, 2019
March 7, 2019
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 3, 2019
March 7, 2019
Fire safety
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 3, 2019
March 7, 2019
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 3, 2019
March 7, 2019
Fire safety
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 3, 2019
March 7, 2019
Fire safety
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0914
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 3, 2019
March 7, 2019
Fire safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 3, 2019
March 7, 2019
Fire safety
Establish staff and initial training requirements.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0037
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 3, 2019
March 7, 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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 7, 2019
March 7, 2019
Standard
Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0809
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 7, 2019
March 7, 2019
Standard
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 · Tag F0800
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 7, 2019
March 7, 2019
Standard
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 7, 2019
March 7, 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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 7, 2019
March 7, 2019
Standard
Honor 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.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 7, 2019
March 7, 2019
Standard
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 April 7, 2019
March 7, 2019
Standard
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 7, 2019
March 7, 2019
Standard
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 7, 2019
March 7, 2019
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 April 7, 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 11 federal penalties in the past three years, including $64,343 in fines.

DatePenaltyAmount / length
December 11, 2024Fine$8,947
December 26, 2023Fine$14,113
November 13, 2023Fine$4,587
November 6, 2023Fine$4,587
October 30, 2023Fine$4,587
October 23, 2023Fine$4,587
October 17, 2023Fine$4,587
October 10, 2023Fine$4,587
October 2, 2023Fine$4,587
September 25, 2023Fine$4,587
September 18, 2023Fine$4,587

Owners and managers

Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.

NameRoleShareSince
GRANCARE LLC
Organization
5% or greater indirect ownership interest—08/28/2013
GRUNSTEIN, EMILY
Individual
5% or greater indirect ownership interest—02/06/2019
MARINER HEALTH CARE, INC.
Organization
5% or greater indirect ownership interest—08/28/2013
MHC HOLDING COMPANY
Organization
5% or greater indirect ownership interest—08/28/2013
MHC WEST HOLDING COMPANY
Organization
5% or greater indirect ownership interest—08/28/2013
NATIONAL SENIOR CARE, INC.
Organization
5% or greater indirect ownership interest—08/28/2013
DHUGGA, GURPREET
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE09/01/2022
SARCAUGA, DENNIS
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE02/06/2025
TINGZON, DAVE
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE03/06/2023
FRUITVALE HOLDING COMPANY GP, LLC
Organization
general partnership interestNOT APPLICABLE08/28/2013
GC HOLDING COMPANY 3, LLC
Organization
limited partnership interestNOT APPLICABLE08/01/2022
PERSINGER, NICHOLAS
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE11/26/2024
SARCAUGA, DENNIS
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE02/06/2025
TINGZON, DAVE
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE03/06/2023

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Frequently asked questions

What is Fruitvale Healthcare Center's rating?

Fruitvale 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 Fruitvale Healthcare Center receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 4 citations, compared with a California average of 15.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Fruitvale 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 Fruitvale Healthcare Center?

It is for profit - partnership and part of Mariner Health Care. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

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

Fruitvale Healthcare Center is at 3020 East 15th Street, Oakland, CA 94601. Phone: (510) 261-5613.

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.