Cycle 1
Health 2024-06-20 · Fire 2024-06-20
9 health deficiencies
Top issue: Environmental (2 deficiencies)
5 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Gas and Vacuum and Electrical Systems (3 deficiencies)
Berkeley, CA
Kyakameena Care Center
4-star overall rating with 4-star inspections with $38,848 in total fines with 9 recent health deficiencies with 5 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
2131 Carleton Street, Berkeley, CA
(510) 843-2131
Overall
4 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
4 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
4 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
4 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Facility snapshot
Beds
60
Certified beds
Average residents
56
Average occupied residents
Ownership
For-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
Pratap Poddatoori
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1967-03-20
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Staffing
Hours and turnover
RN hours / resident day
0.71
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
0.76
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
2.60
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
3.87
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
33%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
54%
Annual nurse turnover
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 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 97.9% |
98.2%
0.3 pts worse
|
95.5%
2.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 0.0% |
1.6%
1.6 pts better
|
3.3%
3.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 1.1% |
6.8%
5.7 pts better
|
11.4%
10.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 2.0% |
4.1%
2.1 pts better
|
5.4%
3.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 13.3% |
13.7%
0.4 pts better
|
19.6%
6.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 15.9% |
14.2%
1.7 pts worse
|
16.7%
0.8 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| 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 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 10.9% |
11.0%
0.1 pts better
|
16.3%
5.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 12.5% |
10.7%
1.8 pts worse
|
14.9%
2.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 3.9% |
1.0%
2.9 pts worse
|
1.0%
2.9 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 0.0% |
1.2%
1.2 pts better
|
1.7%
1.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 11.0% |
10.9%
0.1 pts worse
|
19.8%
8.8 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 7.6% |
4.7%
2.9 pts worse
|
5.1%
2.5 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 97.9% |
94.0%
3.9 pts better
|
81.7%
16.2 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 21.5% |
11.2%
10.3 pts worse
|
12.0%
9.5 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 0.0% |
1.5%
1.5 pts better
|
1.6%
1.6 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 97.7% |
93.2%
4.5 pts better
|
79.7%
18 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 12.8% |
23.2%
10.4 pts better
|
23.9%
11.1 pts better
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
Survey summary
Recent inspection cycles
Cycle 2
Health 2021-06-10 · Fire 2021-06-10
12 health deficiencies
Top issue: Nutrition and Dietary (4 deficiencies)
16 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (4 deficiencies)
Cycle 3
Health 2019-03-14 · Fire 2019-03-14
13 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (4 deficiencies)
4 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Emergency Preparedness (2 deficiencies)
Fire safety
Fire-safety citations
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-20
K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2024-07-29
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-20
K363 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2024-07-29
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-20
K711 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
Corrected 2024-07-29
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-20
K926 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk.
Corrected 2024-07-29
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-20
K919 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.
Corrected 2024-07-29
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-06-10
E23 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Establish policies and procedures for medical documentation.
Corrected 2021-07-15
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-06-10
E34 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Provide a means of sharing information on occupancy/needs.
Corrected 2021-07-15
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-06-10
K225 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have stairways and smokeproof enclosures used as exits that meet safety requirements.
Corrected 2021-07-15
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-06-10
K291 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Corrected 2021-07-15
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-06-10
K293 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Corrected 2021-07-15
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-06-10
K345 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2021-07-15
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-06-10
K355 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Corrected 2021-07-15
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-06-10
K511 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Corrected 2021-07-15
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-06-10
K900 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Meet Health Care Facilities Code mechanical requirements.
Corrected 2021-07-15
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-06-10
K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2021-07-15
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-06-10
K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2021-07-15
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-06-10
E41 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
Corrected 2021-07-15
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-06-10
K161 · Construction Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Use approved construction type or materials.
Corrected 2021-07-15
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-06-10
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 2021-07-15
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-06-10
K363 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2021-07-15
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-06-10
K923 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Corrected 2021-07-15
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-03-14
E26 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.
Corrected 2019-06-04
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-03-14
E39 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Corrected 2019-06-04
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-03-14
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2019-06-04
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-03-14
K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2019-06-04
Inspection history
Recent health citations
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-12-17
F559 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.
Corrected 2026-02-01
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-11-21
F657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected 2026-01-15
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-11-21
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 2026-01-15
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-20
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 2024-07-18
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-20
F759 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected 2024-07-18
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-20
F842 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected 2024-07-18
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-20
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2024-07-18
B · Minimal harm
2024-06-20
F911 · Environmental Deficiencies
Health
Ensure resident rooms hold no more than 4 residents; for new construction after November 28, 2016, rooms hold no more than 2 residents.
Corrected 2024-07-18
B · Minimal harm
2024-06-20
F912 · Environmental Deficiencies
Health
Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.
Corrected 2024-07-18
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-11-01
F760 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected 2023-11-15
G · Actual harm
2023-09-22
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 2023-11-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-09-22
F726 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
Corrected 2023-11-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-09-21
F607 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected 2023-11-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-03-28
F688 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
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.
Corrected 2023-04-20
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-06-10
F808 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.
Corrected 2021-08-13
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-06-10
F813 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.
Corrected 2021-08-13
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-06-10
F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2021-08-13
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-06-10
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 2021-08-13
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-06-10
F801 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Corrected 2021-08-13
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-06-10
F802 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.
Corrected 2021-08-13
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-06-10
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2021-08-13
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-06-10
F558 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected 2021-08-13
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-06-10
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 2021-08-13
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-06-10
F585 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Corrected 2021-08-13
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-06-10
F688 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
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.
Corrected 2021-08-13
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-06-10
F912 · Environmental Deficiencies
Health
Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.
Corrected 2021-08-13
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-03-14
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 2019-04-10
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-03-14
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 2019-04-10
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-03-14
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 2019-04-10
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-03-14
F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2019-04-10
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-03-14
F690 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected 2019-04-10
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-03-14
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2019-04-10
B · Minimal harm
2019-03-14
F911 · Environmental Deficiencies
Health
Ensure resident rooms hold no more than 4 residents; for new construction after November 28, 2016, rooms hold no more than 2 residents.
Corrected 2019-04-10
B · Minimal harm
2019-03-14
F912 · Environmental Deficiencies
Health
Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.
Corrected 2019-04-10
Penalties and ownership
What sits behind the stars
$4,587
2023-10-17
Fine
Fine · fine $4,587
Fine
$4,587
2023-10-10
Fine
Fine · fine $4,587
Fine
$4,235
2023-10-02
Fine
Fine · fine $4,235
Fine
$3,882
2023-09-25
Fine
Fine · fine $3,882
Fine
$7,443
2023-09-21
Fine
Fine · fine $7,443
Fine
$3,529
2023-09-18
Fine
Fine · fine $3,529
Fine
$3,176
2023-09-11
Fine
Fine · fine $3,176
Fine
$7,409
2023-08-21
Fine
Fine · fine $7,409
Fine
Ownership
Sanhyd Inc
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization
Albarastine, Christine
W-2 Managing Employee · Individual
Mcgregor, Terrance
W-2 Managing Employee · Individual
Poddatoori, Pratap
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual
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