Modesto, CA

Valley Skilled Nursing Center

3-star overall rating with 3-star inspections with 13 recent health deficiencies with 15 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle

515 East Orangeburg Avenue, Modesto, CA

(209) 529-0516

Compare this facility

Overall

3 / 5

CMS overall stars

Health inspections

3 / 5

Survey and complaint cycles

Staffing

2 / 5

RN + nurse staffing

Quality measures

4 / 5

Resident outcomes and process measures

Quick facts

Facility snapshot

Beds

70

Certified beds

Average residents

52

Average occupied residents

Ownership

For-Profit

Publicly displayed owner type

Chain

Kalesta Healthcare Group

Operator or chain grouping

Approved since

1969-07-16

CMS approved date

Coverage

Medicare + Medicaid

Participation flags

Staffing

Hours and turnover

RN hours / resident day

0.32

Registered nurse staffing

LPN hours / resident day

1.29

Licensed practical nurse staffing

Aide hours / resident day

2.58

Nurse aide staffing

Weekend hours

3.66

Weekend nurse staffing

RN turnover

50%

Annual RN turnover

Total nurse turnover

25%

Annual nurse turnover

Quality measures

Resident outcomes and process scores

Measure Facility State National Note
Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days 2.0
2.3
0.3 pts better
1.9
0.1 pts worse
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days 2.6
1.6
1 pts worse
1.8
0.8 pts worse
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630
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 100.0%
98.2%
1.8 pts better
95.5%
4.5 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 30.7%
6.8%
23.9 pts worse
11.4%
19.3 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 0.0%
4.1%
4.1 pts better
5.4%
5.4 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication 22.6%
13.7%
8.9 pts worse
19.6%
3 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 7.7%
14.2%
6.5 pts better
16.7%
9 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 10.7%
11.0%
0.3 pts better
16.3%
5.6 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 8.8%
10.7%
1.9 pts better
14.9%
6.1 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder 4.9%
1.0%
3.9 pts worse
1.0%
3.9 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 1.1%
1.2%
0.1 pts better
1.7%
0.6 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence 6.8%
10.9%
4.1 pts better
19.8%
13 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers 3.8%
4.7%
0.9 pts better
5.1%
1.3 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.6%
94.0%
5.6 pts better
81.7%
17.9 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit 14.8%
11.2%
3.6 pts worse
12.0%
2.8 pts worse
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 2.8%
1.5%
1.3 pts worse
1.6%
1.2 pts worse
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 99.4%
93.2%
6.2 pts better
79.7%
19.7 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2
Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission 22.4%
23.2%
0.8 pts better
23.9%
1.5 pts better
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630

Survey summary

Recent inspection cycles

Cycle 1 Health 2025-03-14 · Fire 2025-03-14

13 health deficiencies

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

15 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Emergency Preparedness (5 deficiencies)

Cycle 2 Health 2023-07-28 · Fire 2023-07-28

12 health deficiencies

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

12 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Emergency Preparedness (4 deficiencies)

Cycle 3 Health 2022-04-15 · Fire 2022-04-15

20 health deficiencies

Top issue: Nutrition and Dietary (7 deficiencies)

8 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Smoke (4 deficiencies)

Fire safety

Fire-safety citations

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-14

K345 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2025-04-28

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-14

K916 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel.

Corrected 2025-04-04

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-14

K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2025-04-28

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-14

E13 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures.

Corrected 2025-03-19

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-14

E29 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Develop a communication plan.

Corrected 2025-04-02

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-14

E36 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish emergency prep training and testing.

Corrected 2025-04-14

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-14

E4 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

Corrected 2025-04-02

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-14

E41 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Implement emergency and standby power systems.

Corrected 2025-03-19

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-14

K363 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

Corrected 2025-04-15

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-14

K374 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.

Corrected 2025-04-08

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-14

K211 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2025-04-08

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-14

K222 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.

Corrected 2025-03-19

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-14

K342 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have a complete alarm system manually initiated and initiated by fire sprinkler system connection.

Corrected 2025-04-15

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-14

K372 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

Corrected 2025-04-09

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-14

K923 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

Corrected 2025-04-08

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-07-28

K521 · Services Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Corrected 2023-08-14

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-07-28

K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2023-08-14

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-07-28

E15 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.

Corrected 2023-08-14

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-07-28

E30 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2023-08-14

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-07-28

E4 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

Corrected 2023-08-14

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-07-28

K291 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

Corrected 2023-08-14

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-07-28

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2023-08-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-07-28

E39 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

Corrected 2023-08-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-07-28

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 2023-08-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-07-28

K325 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2023-08-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-07-28

K919 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.

Corrected 2023-08-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-07-28

K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Corrected 2023-08-14

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-04-15

K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Corrected 2022-05-16

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-04-15

K161 · Construction Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Use approved construction type or materials.

Corrected 2022-05-16

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-04-15

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 2022-05-16

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-04-15

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2022-05-16

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-04-15

K355 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

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

Corrected 2022-05-16

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-04-15

K363 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

Corrected 2022-05-16

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-04-15

K919 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.

Corrected 2022-05-16

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-04-15

K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Corrected 2022-05-16

Inspection history

Recent health citations

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-06-13

F557 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.

Corrected 2025-07-08

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-06

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 2025-05-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-04-09

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 2025-04-15

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-04-09

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 2025-04-15

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-27

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 2025-04-15

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-27

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 2025-04-15

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-14

F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2025-04-10

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-14

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2025-04-10

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-14

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 2025-04-10

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-14

F645 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

Corrected 2025-04-10

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-14

F677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Corrected 2025-04-10

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-14

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 2025-04-10

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-03-14

F806 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

Corrected 2025-04-10

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-01-15

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 2025-02-15

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-08-13

F658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Corrected 2024-10-07

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-08-13

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 2024-10-07

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-11-22

F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2023-12-08

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-11-22

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2023-12-08

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-07-28

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 2023-10-26

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-07-28

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 2023-10-26

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-07-28

F658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Corrected 2023-10-26

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-07-28

F805 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.

Corrected 2023-10-26

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-07-28

F623 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

Corrected 2023-10-26

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-07-28

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 2023-10-26

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-07-28

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 2023-10-26

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-07-28

F814 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

Corrected 2023-10-26

B · Minimal harm 2023-07-28

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 2023-10-26

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-04-15

F732 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Health

Post nurse staffing information every day.

Corrected 2022-05-27

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-04-15

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 2022-05-27

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-04-15

F814 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

Corrected 2022-05-27

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-04-15

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2022-05-27

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-04-15

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 2022-05-27

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-04-15

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 2022-05-27

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-04-15

F658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Corrected 2022-05-27

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-04-15

F759 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Corrected 2022-05-27

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-04-15

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 2022-05-27

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-04-15

F804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2022-05-27

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-04-15

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 2022-05-27

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-04-15

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 2022-05-27

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-04-15

F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

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

Corrected 2022-05-27

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-04-15

F757 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

Corrected 2022-05-27

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-04-15

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 2022-05-27

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-04-15

F806 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

Corrected 2022-05-27

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2022-04-15

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 2022-05-27

B · Minimal harm 2022-04-15

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 2022-05-27

Penalties and ownership

What sits behind the stars

Ownership

Kalesta Healthcare Group, LLC

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization

100% 13 facilities 2019-10-01
Clawson, Scott

5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Individual

45% 16 facilities 2022-02-01
Williams, Ryan

5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Individual

45% 21 facilities 2022-02-01
Porter, Micah

5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Individual

5% 11 facilities 2022-02-01
Clawson, Scott

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 16 facilities 2022-02-01
Tyson, Zachary

W-2 Managing Employee · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2019-10-01
Williams, Ryan

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 21 facilities 2022-02-01

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