Big Bear Lake, CA

Bear Valley Community Hospital

3-star overall rating with 4-star inspections with 13 recent health deficiencies with 3 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle

41870 Garstin Rd, Big Bear Lake, CA

(909) 866-6501

Compare this facility

Overall

3 / 5

CMS overall stars

Health inspections

4 / 5

Survey and complaint cycles

Staffing

1 / 5

RN + nurse staffing

Quality measures

3 / 5

Resident outcomes and process measures

Quick facts

Facility snapshot

Beds

21

Certified beds

Average residents

19

Average occupied residents

Ownership

Government

Publicly displayed owner type

Chain

No chain reported

Operator or chain grouping

Approved since

1991-06-26

CMS approved date

Coverage

Medicare + Medicaid

Participation flags

Changed ownership

No

Within the last 12 months

Family council

Yes

Resident and family council reported

Sprinklers

Yes

Automatic sprinklers in all required areas

Hospital-based

Yes

CMS reports the provider resides in a hospital

Staffing

Hours and turnover

RN hours / resident day

0.92

Registered nurse staffing · state 0.65 · national 0.68

LPN hours / resident day

1.85

Licensed practical nurse staffing · state 1.22 · national 0.87

Aide hours / resident day

4.25

Nurse aide staffing · state 2.64 · national 2.35

Total nurse hours

7.02

All reported nurse hours · state 4.51 · national 3.89

Licensed hours

2.77

RN + LPN hours · state 1.87 · national 1.54

Weekend hours

5.55

Weekend nurse staffing · state 4.08 · national 3.43

Weekend RN hours

0.44

Weekend registered nurse coverage · state 0.50 · national 0.47

Physical therapist

0.01

Reported PT staffing · state 0.10 · national 0.07

Adjusted RN hours

1.05

CMS adjusted RN staffing hours

Adjusted total hours

8.03

CMS adjusted total nurse staffing hours

Case-mix index

1.20

Higher values indicate more complex resident acuity

RN turnover

57%

Annual RN turnover · state 42% · national 45%

Total nurse turnover

63%

Annual nurse turnover · state 38% · national 46%

SNF QRP

Medicare quality reporting measures

Measure Facility National Note
Potentially preventable 30-day readmission Not Available
10.72%
Not Available · Eligible stays Not Available · Observed rate Not Available · Lower 95% interval Not Available · No data were submitted for this measure.
Discharge to community Not Available
50.57%
Not Available · Eligible stays Not Available · Observed rate Not Available · Lower 95% interval Not Available · No data were submitted for this measure.
Medicare spending per beneficiary Not Available
1.02
No data were submitted for this measure.
Drug regimen review with follow-up Not Available
95.27%
Numerator Not Available · Denominator Not Available · No data were submitted for this measure.
Falls with major injury Not Available
0.77%
Numerator Not Available · Denominator Not Available · No data were submitted for this measure.
Discharge self-care score Not Available
53.69%
Numerator Not Available · Denominator Not Available · No data were submitted for this measure.
Discharge mobility score Not Available
50.94%
Numerator Not Available · Denominator Not Available · No data were submitted for this measure.
Pressure ulcers or injuries, new or worsened Not Available
2.29%
Numerator Not Available · Denominator Not Available · Adjusted rate Not Available · No data were submitted for this measure.
Healthcare-associated infections requiring hospitalization Not Available
7.12%
Not Available · Eligible stays Not Available · Observed rate Not Available · Lower 95% interval Not Available · No data were submitted for this measure.
Staff COVID-19 vaccination coverage 0%
8.2%
8.2 pts worse
Numerator 0 · Denominator 58
Staff flu vaccination coverage 73.33%
42%
31.3 pts better
Numerator 33 · Denominator 45
Discharge function score Not Available
56.45%
Numerator Not Available · Denominator Not Available · No data were submitted for this measure.
Transfer of health information to provider Not Available
95.95%
Numerator Not Available · Denominator Not Available · No data were submitted for this measure.
Transfer of health information to patient Not Available
96.28%
Numerator Not Available · Denominator Not Available · No data were submitted for this measure.
Resident COVID-19 vaccinations up to date Not Available
25.2%
Numerator Not Available · Denominator Not Available · No data were submitted for this measure.

Quality measures

Resident outcomes and process scores

Measure Facility State National Note
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
98.5%
1.5 pts better
93.4%
6.6 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 100.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
98.2%
1.8 pts better
95.5%
4.5 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 · 4Q avg 100.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 3.0%
1.6%
1.4 pts worse
3.3%
0.3 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 3.0% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 11.7%
6.8%
4.9 pts worse
11.4%
0.3 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 11.7%
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 4.8%
4.1%
0.7 pts worse
5.4%
0.6 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 4.8%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication 24.6%
13.7%
10.9 pts worse
19.6%
5 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 24.6%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 26.2%
14.2%
12 pts worse
16.7%
9.5 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 26.2% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained 0.0%
0.4%
0.4 pts better
0.1%
0.1 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 0.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened 19.4%
11.0%
8.4 pts worse
16.3%
3.1 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 19.4% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 26.0%
10.7%
15.3 pts worse
14.9%
11.1 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 26.0% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder 0.0%
1.0%
1 pts better
1.0%
1 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 0.0% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 14.1%
1.2%
12.9 pts worse
1.7%
12.4 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 14.1% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence 19.6%
10.9%
8.7 pts worse
19.8%
0.2 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 19.6%
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers 0.0%
4.7%
4.7 pts better
5.1%
5.1 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 0.0% · Used in QM five-star

Survey summary

Recent inspection cycles

Cycle 1 Health 2025-05-08 · Fire 2025-05-08

13 health deficiencies

Top issue: Resident Assessment and Care Planning (4 deficiencies)

3 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (2 deficiencies)

Cycle 2 Health 2024-03-19 · Fire 2024-03-19

9 health deficiencies

Top issue: Infection Control (3 deficiencies)

10 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (4 deficiencies)

Cycle 3 Health 2023-02-16 · Fire 2023-02-16

8 health deficiencies

Top issue: Pharmacy Service (2 deficiencies)

12 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Emergency Preparedness (4 deficiencies)

Fire safety

Fire-safety citations

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-08

K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

Corrected 2025-05-29

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-08

K325 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.

Corrected 2025-05-24

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-08

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2025-05-23

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-19

K352 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Properly install and monitor supervisory attachments on automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2024-04-17

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-19

E23 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish policies and procedures for medical documentation.

Corrected 2024-04-17

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-19

E26 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.

Corrected 2024-04-17

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-19

K161 · Construction Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Use approved construction type or materials.

Corrected 2024-04-17

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-19

K211 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

Corrected 2024-04-17

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-19

K324 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

Corrected 2024-03-19

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-19

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2024-04-17

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-19

K363 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

Corrected 2024-04-17

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-19

K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

Corrected 2024-04-17

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-19

K919 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.

Corrected 2024-04-17

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-02-16

E41 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Implement emergency and standby power systems.

Corrected 2023-04-03

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-02-16

E7 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed.

Corrected 2023-04-03

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-02-16

E32 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide primary/alternate means for communication.

Corrected 2023-04-03

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-02-16

E6 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.

Corrected 2023-04-03

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-02-16

K161 · Construction Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Use approved construction type or materials.

Corrected 2023-04-03

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-02-16

K324 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

Corrected 2023-04-03

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-02-16

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2023-04-03

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-02-16

K355 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

Corrected 2023-04-03

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-02-16

K363 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

Corrected 2023-04-03

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-02-16

K911 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.

Corrected 2023-04-03

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-02-16

K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Corrected 2023-04-03

C · Minimal harm 2023-02-16

K921 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

Corrected 2023-04-03

Inspection history

Recent health citations

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-07-07

F550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Corrected 2025-07-16

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-08

F804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Corrected 2025-06-08

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-08

F810 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.

Corrected 2025-06-08

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-08

F550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Corrected 2025-06-08

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-08

F552 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

Corrected 2025-06-08

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-08

F636 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.

Corrected 2025-06-08

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-08

F638 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.

Corrected 2025-06-08

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-08

F640 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

Corrected 2025-06-08

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-08

F656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Corrected 2025-06-08

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-08

F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Corrected 2025-06-08

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-08

F755 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Corrected 2025-06-08

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-08

F761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

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.

Corrected 2025-06-08

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-08

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2025-06-08

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-19

F693 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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.

Corrected 2024-04-17

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-19

F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Corrected 2024-04-17

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-19

F758 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

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.

Corrected 2024-04-17

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-19

F759 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Corrected 2024-04-17

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-19

F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Corrected 2024-04-17

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-19

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2024-04-17

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-19

F883 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

Corrected 2024-04-17

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-19

F887 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.

Corrected 2024-04-17

C · Minimal harm 2024-03-19

F732 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Health

Post nurse staffing information every day.

Corrected 2024-04-17

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-06-02

F607 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

Corrected 2023-06-20

G · Actual harm 2023-02-16

F760 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Corrected 2023-03-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-02-16

F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Corrected 2023-03-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-02-16

F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Corrected 2023-03-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-02-16

F692 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Corrected 2023-03-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-02-16

F725 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Health

Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

Corrected 2023-03-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-02-16

F756 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

Corrected 2023-03-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-02-16

F919 · Environmental Deficiencies

Health

Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.

Corrected 2023-03-28

Penalties and ownership

What sits behind the stars

Ownership

Baker, Steven

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2020-12-01
Bear Valley Community Health Care District

Operational/Managerial Control · Organization

0% 1 facilities 1988-01-19
Boss, Peter

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2018-12-01
Briner, John

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2021-03-01
Clarke, Ellen

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2021-09-01
Hamblin, Garth

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2015-07-01
Hamblin, Garth

W-2 Managing Employee · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2015-07-01
Kaliher, Mark

Corporate Director · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2020-12-01
Norman, Mary

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2004-03-23
Rayner, Evan

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2021-11-15

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