Oakland, CA

Garfield Neurobehavioral Center

3-star overall rating with 2-star inspections with abuse icon flag with 8 recent health deficiencies with 7 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle

1451 28th Avenue, Oakland, CA

(510) 261-9191

Compare this facility

Overall

3 / 5

CMS overall stars

Health inspections

2 / 5

Survey and complaint cycles

Staffing

5 / 5

RN + nurse staffing

Quality measures

4 / 5

Resident outcomes and process measures

Quick facts

Facility snapshot

Beds

96

Certified beds

Average residents

55

Average occupied residents

Ownership

For-Profit

Publicly displayed owner type

Chain

No chain reported

Operator or chain grouping

Approved since

1992-07-13

CMS approved date

Coverage

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

Staffing

Hours and turnover

RN hours / resident day

0.83

Registered nurse staffing · state 0.65 · national 0.68

LPN hours / resident day

0.65

Licensed practical nurse staffing · state 1.22 · national 0.87

Aide hours / resident day

3.46

Nurse aide staffing · state 2.64 · national 2.35

Total nurse hours

4.95

All reported nurse hours · state 4.51 · national 3.89

Licensed hours

1.49

RN + LPN hours · state 1.87 · national 1.54

Weekend hours

4.38

Weekend nurse staffing · state 4.08 · national 3.43

Weekend RN hours

0.74

Weekend registered nurse coverage · state 0.50 · national 0.47

Physical therapist

0.00

Reported PT staffing

Adjusted RN hours

1.11

CMS adjusted RN staffing hours

Adjusted total hours

6.60

CMS adjusted total nurse staffing hours

Case-mix index

1.02

Higher values indicate more complex resident acuity

RN turnover

0%

Annual RN turnover

Total nurse turnover

14%

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 · This provider is not required to submit SNF QRP data.
Discharge to community Not Available
50.57%
Not Available · Eligible stays Not Available · Observed rate Not Available · Lower 95% interval Not Available · This provider is not required to submit SNF QRP data.
Medicare spending per beneficiary Not Available
1.02
This provider is not required to submit SNF QRP data.
Drug regimen review with follow-up Not Available
95.27%
Numerator Not Available · Denominator Not Available · This provider is not required to submit SNF QRP data.
Falls with major injury Not Available
0.77%
Numerator Not Available · Denominator Not Available · This provider is not required to submit SNF QRP data.
Discharge self-care score Not Available
53.69%
Numerator Not Available · Denominator Not Available · This provider is not required to submit SNF QRP data.
Discharge mobility score Not Available
50.94%
Numerator Not Available · Denominator Not Available · This provider is not required to submit SNF QRP data.
Pressure ulcers or injuries, new or worsened Not Available
2.29%
Numerator Not Available · Denominator Not Available · Adjusted rate Not Available · This provider is not required to submit SNF QRP data.
Healthcare-associated infections requiring hospitalization Not Available
7.12%
Not Available · Eligible stays Not Available · Observed rate Not Available · Lower 95% interval Not Available · This provider is not required to submit SNF QRP data.
Staff COVID-19 vaccination coverage Not Available
8.2%
Numerator Not Available · Denominator Not Available · This provider is not required to submit SNF QRP data.
Staff flu vaccination coverage Not Available
42%
Numerator Not Available · Denominator Not Available · This provider is not required to submit SNF QRP data.
Discharge function score Not Available
56.45%
Numerator Not Available · Denominator Not Available · This provider is not required to submit SNF QRP data.
Transfer of health information to provider Not Available
95.95%
Numerator Not Available · Denominator Not Available · This provider is not required to submit SNF QRP data.
Transfer of health information to patient Not Available
96.28%
Numerator Not Available · Denominator Not Available · This provider is not required to submit SNF QRP data.
Resident COVID-19 vaccinations up to date Not Available
25.2%
Numerator Not Available · Denominator Not Available · This provider is not required to submit SNF QRP data.

Quality measures

Resident outcomes and process scores

Measure Facility State National Note
Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days 1.4
2.3
0.9 pts better
1.9
0.5 pts better
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 · Adjusted 1.4 · Observed 0.8 · Expected 1.1 · Used in QM five-star
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days 1.5
1.6
0.1 pts better
1.8
0.3 pts better
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 · Adjusted 1.5 · Observed 1.3 · Expected 1.4 · Used in QM five-star
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 · Q1 100.0% · Q2 100.0% · Q3 100.0% · Q4 100.0% · 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 2.6%
1.6%
1 pts worse
3.3%
0.7 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 3.3% · Q2 3.4% · Q3 1.7% · Q4 1.8% · 4Q avg 2.6% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 0.0%
6.8%
6.8 pts better
11.4%
11.4 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 0.0% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 0.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 2.2%
4.1%
1.9 pts better
5.4%
3.2 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 1.8% · Q3 5.4% · Q4 1.8% · 4Q avg 2.2%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication 41.1%
13.7%
27.4 pts worse
19.6%
21.5 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 42.1% · Q2 41.1% · Q3 41.1% · Q4 40.0% · 4Q avg 41.1%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 81.7%
14.2%
67.5 pts worse
16.7%
65 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 81.5% · Q3 82.1% · Q4 79.2% · 4Q avg 81.7% · 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 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 0.0% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 0.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened 12.3%
11.0%
1.3 pts worse
16.3%
4 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 21.3% · Q2 0.0% · Q3 19.7% · Q4 6.1% · 4Q avg 12.3% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 11.0%
10.7%
0.3 pts worse
14.9%
3.9 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 7.4% · Q2 13.2% · Q3 13.5% · Q4 9.8% · 4Q avg 11.0% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder 1.9%
1.0%
0.9 pts worse
1.0%
0.9 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 2.1% · Q2 2.0% · Q3 1.6% · Q4 1.9% · 4Q avg 1.9% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 2.2%
1.2%
1 pts worse
1.7%
0.5 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 1.7% · Q2 0.0% · Q3 3.4% · Q4 3.6% · 4Q avg 2.2% · Used in QM five-star
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence 9.8%
10.9%
1.1 pts better
19.8%
10 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 4.4% · Q2 10.7% · Q3 11.8% · Q4 12.5% · 4Q avg 9.8%
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers 2.2%
4.7%
2.5 pts better
5.1%
2.9 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 0.0% · Q2 3.0% · Q3 3.0% · Q4 2.9% · 4Q avg 2.2% · Used in QM five-star

Survey summary

Recent inspection cycles

Cycle 1 Health 2025-08-01 · Fire 2025-08-01

8 health deficiencies

Top issue: Freedom from Abuse and Neglect and Exploitation (3 deficiencies)

7 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Gas and Vacuum and Electrical Systems (3 deficiencies)

Cycle 2 Health 2024-03-21 · Fire 2024-03-21

9 health deficiencies

Top issue: Pharmacy Service (3 deficiencies)

12 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (6 deficiencies)

Cycle 3 Health 2022-01-06 · Fire 2022-01-06

0 health deficiencies

No concentrated health issue counts in this cycle.

14 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (5 deficiencies)

Fire safety

Fire-safety citations

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-08-01

E39 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

Corrected 2025-08-13

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-08-01

K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2025-08-18

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-08-01

K161 · Construction Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Use approved construction type or materials.

Corrected 2025-08-06

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-08-01

K293 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

Corrected 2025-08-06

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-08-01

K919 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.

Corrected 2025-08-06

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-08-01

K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Corrected 2025-08-06

C · Minimal harm 2025-08-01

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2025-08-06

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-21

K711 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.

Corrected 2024-04-05

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-21

K161 · Construction Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Use approved construction type or materials.

Corrected 2024-04-05

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-21

E26 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.

Corrected 2024-04-05

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-21

E39 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

Corrected 2024-04-05

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-21

K321 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

Corrected 2024-04-05

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-21

K324 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

Corrected 2024-04-05

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-21

K345 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

Corrected 2024-04-05

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-21

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2024-04-05

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-21

K355 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2024-04-05

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-21

K363 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

Corrected 2024-04-05

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-21

K919 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.

Corrected 2024-04-05

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-21

K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Corrected 2024-04-05

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-01-06

E23 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish policies and procedures for medical documentation.

Corrected 2022-02-02

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-01-06

E30 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

List the names and contact information of those in the facility.

Corrected 2022-02-02

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-01-06

E31 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide emergency officials' contact information.

Corrected 2022-02-02

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-01-06

E32 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide primary/alternate means for communication.

Corrected 2022-02-02

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-01-06

K211 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2022-02-02

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-01-06

K321 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

Corrected 2022-02-02

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-01-06

K324 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

Corrected 2022-02-02

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-01-06

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2022-02-02

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-01-06

K355 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2022-02-02

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-01-06

K363 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

Corrected 2022-02-02

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-01-06

K711 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.

Corrected 2022-02-02

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-01-06

K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Corrected 2022-02-02

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-01-06

K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2022-02-02

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-01-06

K923 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

Corrected 2022-02-02

Inspection history

Recent health citations

J · Immediate jeopardy 2025-08-01

F600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Corrected 2025-08-14

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-08-01

F759 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Corrected 2025-08-14

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-08-01

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 2025-08-14

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-08-01

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 2025-08-14

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-08-01

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2025-08-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-08-01

F607 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2025-08-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-08-01

F609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Corrected 2025-08-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-08-01

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 2025-08-14

G · Actual harm 2025-02-21

F600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Corrected 2025-02-28

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-21

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 2024-04-06

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-21

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 2024-04-06

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-21

F814 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

Corrected 2024-04-06

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-21

F584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

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.

Corrected 2024-04-06

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-21

F641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Corrected 2024-04-06

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-18

F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Corrected 2024-04-06

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-18

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 2024-04-06

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-03-18

F760 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Corrected 2024-04-06

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