nursing home in Porterville, CA
Sierra View Medical Center
465 W Putnam Ave, Porterville, CA 93257 · (559) 788-6157
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- 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
Sierra View Medical Center at a glance
Sierra View Medical Center is a 35-bed for-profit nursing home in Porterville, California (Tulare 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 7.6 hours of nursing care per day (1.7 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4.5 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (April 10, 2025) found 5 health citations. The California average is 15.5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 33.3% per year (state average 36.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 35
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- October 27, 2000
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Tulare County
- CMS Certification Number
- 555766
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) | 4 / 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 |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 7.58 hrs | 4.52 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.75 hrs | 0.67 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.91 hrs | 2.65 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 6.93 hrs | 4.09 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 33.3% | 36.7% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 16.7% | 38.1% | 42.9% | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 5 | 16 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 42 | 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 | 35 | 99 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 34 | 88 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 98.3% | 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% | 1.6% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 11.5% | 4.3% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.3% | 12% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 2.5% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 6.6% | 0.8% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 0% | 4% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 7.3% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 2.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 34.9% | 13.7% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 0% | 10.2% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 93.8% | 98.2% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.2% | 98.6% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 91.7% | 94.4% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 19 health deficiencies and 9 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 17, 2025 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 18, 2026 |
| April 10, 2025 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 25, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Fire safety | Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0025 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected April 16, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 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 May 8, 2025 |
| April 10, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 8, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 8, 2025 |
| April 10, 2025 Standard | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 8, 2025 |
| March 28, 2024 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 17, 2024 |
| March 28, 2024 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 30, 2024 |
| March 28, 2024 Standard | Give the resident's representative the ability to exercise the resident's rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0551 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 30, 2024 |
| March 28, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 30, 2024 |
| March 28, 2024 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 30, 2024 |
| March 28, 2024 Standard | Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0604 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 30, 2024 |
| March 28, 2024 Standard | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 30, 2024 |
| March 28, 2024 Standard | Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0847 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 30, 2024 |
| March 28, 2024 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 April 30, 2024 |
| October 12, 2023 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 October 23, 2023 |
| December 8, 2022 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 6, 2023 |
| December 8, 2022 Fire safety | Provide emergency officials' contact information. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0031 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 6, 2023 |
| December 8, 2022 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 January 6, 2023 |
| December 8, 2022 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 6, 2023 |
| December 8, 2022 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 6, 2023 |
| December 8, 2022 Fire safety | Use approved construction type or materials. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 6, 2023 |
| December 8, 2022 Standard | Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0680 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 9, 2023 |
| December 8, 2022 Standard | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 9, 2023 |
| December 8, 2022 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 9, 2023 |
| December 8, 2022 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 9, 2023 |
| December 8, 2022 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 January 9, 2023 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| PICHAY, CERELINA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2023 |
| SANDHU, HARPREET Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/18/2025 |
| HEFNER, DONNA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/05/2013 |
| KASHYAP, HANS Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/28/2025 |
| LOMELI, LIBERTY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/15/2020 |
| MARTINEZ, ARELI Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/20/2022 |
| PANDYA, GAURANG Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/18/2012 |
| REDDY, BINDUSAGAR Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/15/2020 |
| HEFNER, DONNA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/05/2013 |
| MCDONALD, CRAIG Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/30/2024 |
| PICHAY, CERELINA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2023 |
| SANDHU, HARPREET Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2000 |
| SIERRA VIEW LOCAL HEALTH CARE DISTRICT Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2000 |
| KASHYAP, HANS Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/28/2025 |
| LOMELI, LIBERTY Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/15/2020 |
| PANDYA, GAURANG Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/05/2012 |
| REDDY, BINDUSAGAR Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/15/2020 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Sierra View Medical Center's rating?
Sierra View Medical 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 Sierra View Medical Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 5 citations, compared with a California average of 15.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Sierra View Medical 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 Sierra View Medical Center?
It is for profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Sierra View Medical Center and how do I contact it?
Sierra View Medical Center is at 465 W Putnam Ave, Porterville, CA 93257. Phone: (559) 788-6157.
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.