nursing home in Bakersfield, CA

Height Street Skilled Care

1611 Height Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305 · (661) 748-1300

★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★2
  • Staffing★★★★★4
  • Quality measures★★★★★2

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

Height Street Skilled Care at a glance

Height Street Skilled Care is a 99-bed for-profit nursing home in Bakersfield, California (Kern County).

CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the California average of 3.2.

Residents receive about 4.2 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 4.5 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (April 27, 2026) found 20 health citations. The California average is 15.5.

Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $12,735.

Nursing staff turnover is 29.5% per year (state average 36.7%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Limited Liability Company
Beds
99
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Medicare-certified since
April 3, 2017
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Kern County
CMS Certification Number
555902

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityCalifornia avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 53.2 / 53 / 5Worse
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 52.8 / 52.8 / 5Worse
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 53.3 / 52.9 / 5Better
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 54.1 / 53.6 / 5Worse
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)3 / 54.4 / 53.8 / 5Worse
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)1 / 53.6 / 53.3 / 5Worse

Staffing

This facility4.24 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)4.24 hrs4.52 hrs3.86 hrsBetter
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.59 hrs0.67 hrs0.69 hrsWorse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.61 hrs2.65 hrs2.32 hrsBetter
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)3.79 hrs4.09 hrs3.42 hrsBetter
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)29.5%36.7%45.8%Better
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)33.3%38.1%42.9%Better
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)001Better

Inspections

This facility20California 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)20169Worse
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)1243Worse
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)145105.880.6Worse

Penalties

This facility1California 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)111Worse
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$12,735$23,986$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)111Average

Size

MeasureThis facilityCalifornia avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds9999107
Average residents per day898886
Occupancy89.9%88.4%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility2.8%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)2.8%1.6%3.2%Better
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)4.5%4.3%4.6%Average
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)3%12%15.4%Better
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)1.9%1.2%1.6%Worse
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)21.1%10.2%13.9%Worse
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)22.4%9.8%14.1%Worse
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)7.1%4%5.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)24%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)12.9%13.7%19.5%Better
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)12.4%10.2%19%Better
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)95%98.2%95.5%Average
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)97.9%98.6%93.6%Average

Short-stay residents

This facility1.3%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)1.3%1.5%1.6%Better
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)91.9%93.2%79.8%Better
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)97.2%94.4%82%Better

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 69 health deficiencies and 24 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 4 citations involved actual harm.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
April 27, 2026
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 29, 2026
April 27, 2026
Fire safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 29, 2026
April 27, 2026
Fire safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 29, 2026
April 27, 2026
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 April 29, 2026
April 27, 2026
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 29, 2026
April 27, 2026
Complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 29, 2026
April 27, 2026
Standard
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 29, 2026
April 27, 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 April 29, 2026
April 27, 2026
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 29, 2026
April 27, 2026
Standard
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 29, 2026
April 27, 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 April 29, 2026
April 27, 2026
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 29, 2026
April 27, 2026
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 29, 2026
April 27, 2026
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 April 29, 2026
March 9, 2026
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 15, 2026
March 4, 2026
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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 5, 2026
February 11, 2026
Complaint
Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0576
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 7, 2026
February 10, 2026
Complaint
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 February 12, 2026
February 10, 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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 12, 2026
September 16, 2025
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
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected January 2, 2026
September 3, 2025
Complaint
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 4, 2025
September 3, 2025
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 September 4, 2025
September 3, 2025
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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 4, 2025
September 3, 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 September 4, 2025
August 28, 2025
Complaint
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 29, 2025
August 6, 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 August 7, 2025
August 6, 2025
Complaint
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 August 7, 2025
July 30, 2025
Complaint
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 31, 2025
July 30, 2025
Complaint
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 July 31, 2025
July 16, 2025
Complaint
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 17, 2025
July 8, 2025
Complaint
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 July 15, 2025
July 8, 2025
Complaint
Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0837
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 15, 2025
July 8, 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 July 15, 2025
June 12, 2025
Fire safety
Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0711
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected June 18, 2025
June 12, 2025
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected June 18, 2025
June 12, 2025
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 18, 2025
June 12, 2025
Fire safety
Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0919
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 18, 2025
June 12, 2025
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 18, 2025
June 12, 2025
Fire safety
Provide primary/alternate means for communication.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0032
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected June 18, 2025
June 12, 2025
Complaint
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 26, 2025
June 12, 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 June 26, 2025
June 12, 2025
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 June 26, 2025
June 12, 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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 26, 2025
June 12, 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 June 26, 2025
June 12, 2025
Standard
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 26, 2025
June 12, 2025
Standard
Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0559
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 26, 2025
June 12, 2025
Standard
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0582
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 26, 2025
June 12, 2025
Complaint
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 26, 2025
June 12, 2025
Standard
Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0627
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 26, 2025
June 12, 2025
Standard
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 26, 2025
June 12, 2025
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 26, 2025
June 12, 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 June 26, 2025
June 12, 2025
Standard
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 26, 2025
June 12, 2025
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 June 26, 2025
June 12, 2025
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 June 26, 2025
June 12, 2025
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 June 26, 2025
June 12, 2025
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 June 26, 2025
June 12, 2025
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 June 26, 2025
June 12, 2025
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 26, 2025
June 12, 2025
Standard
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0921
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 26, 2025
April 1, 2025
Complaint
Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0825
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected May 23, 2025
April 1, 2025
Complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected May 23, 2025
March 27, 2025
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 April 2, 2025
March 10, 2025
Complaint
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 April 2, 2025
February 28, 2025
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 March 27, 2025
February 11, 2025
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected February 24, 2025
December 11, 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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 15, 2025
November 20, 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 January 17, 2025
September 17, 2024
Complaint
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 October 4, 2024
September 17, 2024
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 4, 2024
August 29, 2024
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 August 30, 2024
August 14, 2024
Complaint
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 2, 2024
July 31, 2024
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 August 6, 2024
July 31, 2024
Complaint
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides drinks consistent with resident needs and preferences and sufficient to maintain resident hydration.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0807
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 6, 2024
May 16, 2024
Fire safety
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 14, 2024
May 16, 2024
Fire safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 14, 2024
May 16, 2024
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 14, 2024
May 16, 2024
Fire safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 14, 2024
May 16, 2024
Fire safety
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 14, 2024
May 16, 2024
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 June 14, 2024
May 16, 2024
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 14, 2024
May 16, 2024
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 14, 2024
May 16, 2024
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 14, 2024
May 16, 2024
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 14, 2024
May 16, 2024
Fire safety
Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0362
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 14, 2024
May 16, 2024
Fire safety
List the names and contact information of those in the facility.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0030
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected June 14, 2024
May 16, 2024
Fire safety
Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0015
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected June 14, 2024
May 16, 2024
Fire safety
Provide emergency officials' contact information.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0031
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected June 14, 2024
May 16, 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 June 4, 2024
May 16, 2024
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 4, 2024
May 9, 2024
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 May 29, 2024
December 11, 2023
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 December 11, 2023
November 6, 2023
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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 6, 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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $12,735 in fines.

DatePenaltyAmount / length
February 28, 2025Fine$12,735

Owners and managers

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

NameRoleShareSince
SHEINBERGER, JACOB
Individual
general partnership interestNOT APPLICABLE09/19/2024
GOLDEN STATE HEALTH CENTERS, INC.
Organization
indirect ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE07/16/2007
HELENE MAYER 2007 IRREVOCABLE EXEMPT TRUST FBO ABRAHAM MAYER DATED DEC
Organization
indirect ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE07/16/2007
HELENE MAYER 2007 IRREVOCABLE EXEMPT TRUST FBO AKIVA MAYER DATED DECEM
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indirect ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE07/16/2007
HELENE MAYER 2007 IRREVOCABLE EXEMPT TRUST FBO AVIVA MAYER DATED DECEM
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indirect ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE07/16/2007
HELENE MAYER 2007 IRREVOCABLE EXEMPT TRUST FBO TALIA MAYER DATED DECEM
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indirect ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE07/16/2007
HELENE MAYER 2007 IRREVOCABLE EXEMPT TRUST FBO ZACHARY MAYER DATED DEC
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LEVITIN, ALTER
Individual
indirect ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE07/16/2007
LEVITIN MARASOW, FRUMI
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indirect ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE09/19/2024
MAYER, HELENE
Individual
indirect ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE07/16/2007
THE CHANI LEVITIN GST NON-EXEMPT TRUST
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indirect ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE09/19/2024
WEISS, HOWARD
Individual
indirect ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE07/16/2007
GOLDEN STATE PALMS INC
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limited partnership interestNOT APPLICABLE07/16/2007
HEIGHT STREET HOLDINGS LLC
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limited partnership interestNOT APPLICABLE09/19/2024
SHEINBERGER, JACOB
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE09/19/2024
HELENE MAYER 2007 IRREVOCABLE EXEMPT TRUST FBO AARON MAYER DATED DECEM
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HELENE MAYER 2007 IRREVOCABLE EXEMPT TRUST FBO ABRAHAM MAYER DATED DEC
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LEVITIN, ALTER
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Frequently asked questions

What is Height Street Skilled Care's rating?

Height Street Skilled Care has 2 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 Height Street Skilled Care receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 20 citations, compared with a California average of 15.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Height Street Skilled Care 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 Height Street Skilled Care?

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

Where is Height Street Skilled Care and how do I contact it?

Height Street Skilled Care is at 1611 Height Street, Bakersfield, CA 93305. Phone: (661) 748-1300.

About this data

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