Cycle 1
Health 2025-05-01 · Fire 2025-05-01
4 health deficiencies
Top issue: Pharmacy Service (3 deficiencies)
2 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Construction (1 deficiency)
Barstow, CA
Veterans Home Of California - Barstow
5-star overall rating with 5-star inspections with 4 recent health deficiencies with 2 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
100 East Veterans Parkway, Barstow, CA
(760) 252-6288
Overall
5 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
5 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
5 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
5 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Facility snapshot
Beds
60
Certified beds
Average residents
39
Average occupied residents
Ownership
Government
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
No chain reported
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
2008-10-28
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
Staffing
Hours and turnover
RN hours / resident day
1.43
Registered nurse staffing · state 0.65 · national 0.68
LPN hours / resident day
1.14
Licensed practical nurse staffing · state 1.22 · national 0.87
Aide hours / resident day
2.90
Nurse aide staffing · state 2.64 · national 2.35
Total nurse hours
5.46
All reported nurse hours · state 4.51 · national 3.89
Licensed hours
2.56
RN + LPN hours · state 1.87 · national 1.54
Weekend hours
4.81
Weekend nurse staffing · state 4.08 · national 3.43
Weekend RN hours
0.90
Weekend registered nurse coverage · state 0.50 · national 0.47
Physical therapist
0.00
Reported PT staffing · state 0.10 · national 0.07
Adjusted RN hours
1.72
CMS adjusted RN staffing hours
Adjusted total hours
6.57
CMS adjusted total nurse staffing hours
Case-mix index
1.14
Higher values indicate more complex resident acuity
RN turnover
31%
Annual RN turnover · state 42% · national 45%
Total nurse turnover
28%
Annual nurse turnover · state 38% · national 46%
SNF VBP
Value-based purchasing
Program rank
45
Lower is better among SNFs in the FY 2026 VBP program.
Performance score
92.98
Composite VBP score used to determine payment impact.
Payment multiplier
1.0275
Above 1.000 increases Medicare payment; below 1.000 reduces it.
Program components
How the VBP score is built
Readmission
Not reported
This facility did not meet this measure's case minimum policy requirement and therefore no measure data is publicly reported.
Healthcare-associated infections
Not reported
This facility did not meet this measure's case minimum policy requirement and therefore no measure data is publicly reported.
Total nurse turnover
9.36
Baseline 28.79% · Performance 25.42% · Measure score 9.36 · Achievement 9.36 · Improvement 8.04
Adjusted total nurse staffing
9.24
Baseline 6.48 hours · Performance 5.71 hours · Measure score 9.24 · Achievement 9.24 · Improvement 0
SNF QRP
Medicare quality reporting measures
| Measure | Facility | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Potentially preventable 30-day readmission | Not Available |
10.72%
|
Not Available · Eligible stays 11 · Observed rate Not Available · Lower 95% interval Not Available · Too few residents or stays to report publicly. |
| Discharge to community | Not Available |
50.57%
|
Not Available · Eligible stays 3 · Observed rate Not Available · Lower 95% interval Not Available · Too few residents or stays to report publicly. |
| Medicare spending per beneficiary | Not Available |
1.02
|
Too few residents or stays to report publicly. |
| Drug regimen review with follow-up | Not Available |
95.27%
|
Numerator Not Available · Denominator 6 · Too few residents or stays to report publicly. |
| Falls with major injury | Not Available |
0.77%
|
Numerator Not Available · Denominator 6 · Too few residents or stays to report publicly. |
| Discharge self-care score | Not Available |
53.69%
|
Numerator Not Available · Denominator 5 · Too few residents or stays to report publicly. |
| Discharge mobility score | Not Available |
50.94%
|
Numerator Not Available · Denominator 5 · Too few residents or stays to report publicly. |
| Pressure ulcers or injuries, new or worsened | Not Available |
2.29%
|
Numerator Not Available · Denominator 6 · Adjusted rate Not Available · Too few residents or stays to report publicly. |
| Healthcare-associated infections requiring hospitalization | Not Available |
7.12%
|
Not Available · Eligible stays 6 · Observed rate Not Available · Lower 95% interval Not Available · Too few residents or stays to report publicly. |
| Staff COVID-19 vaccination coverage | 4.94% |
8.2%
3.3 pts worse
|
Numerator 8 · Denominator 162 |
| Staff flu vaccination coverage | 60.92% |
42%
18.9 pts better
|
Numerator 106 · Denominator 174 |
| Discharge function score | Not Available |
56.45%
|
Numerator Not Available · Denominator 5 · Too few residents or stays to report publicly. |
| Transfer of health information to provider | Not Available |
95.95%
|
Numerator Not Available · Denominator Not Available · Newly certified or not enough cases to report. |
| Transfer of health information to patient | Not Available |
96.28%
|
Numerator Not Available · Denominator 1 · Too few residents or stays to report publicly. |
| Resident COVID-19 vaccinations up to date | Not Available |
25.2%
|
Numerator Not Available · Denominator 2 · Too few residents or stays to report publicly. |
Quality measures
Resident outcomes and process scores
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 0.5 |
2.3
1.8 pts better
|
1.9
1.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 · Adjusted 0.5 · Observed 0.4 · Expected 1.6 · Used in QM five-star |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 1.2 |
1.6
0.4 pts better
|
1.8
0.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 · Adjusted 1.2 · Observed 1.0 · Expected 1.4 · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 96.6% |
98.5%
1.9 pts worse
|
93.4%
3.2 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 100.0% · Q2 86.1% · Q3 100.0% · Q4 100.0% · 4Q avg 96.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 92.3% |
98.2%
5.9 pts worse
|
95.5%
3.2 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 · 4Q avg 92.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 1.4% |
1.6%
0.2 pts better
|
3.3%
1.9 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 3.0% · Q2 0.0% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 2.6% · 4Q avg 1.4% · 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 | 3.3% |
4.1%
0.8 pts better
|
5.4%
2.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 3.3% · Q2 0.0% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 9.1% · 4Q avg 3.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 14.5% |
13.7%
0.8 pts worse
|
19.6%
5.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 16.7% · Q2 13.3% · Q3 12.9% · Q4 15.2% · 4Q avg 14.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 16.9% |
14.2%
2.7 pts worse
|
16.7%
0.2 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 19.0% · Q2 18.2% · Q3 16.7% · Q4 13.6% · 4Q avg 16.9% · 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 | 16.5% |
11.0%
5.5 pts worse
|
16.3%
0.2 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 16.5% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 12.1% |
10.7%
1.4 pts worse
|
14.9%
2.8 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 3.3% · Q2 6.7% · Q3 12.9% · Q4 24.2% · 4Q avg 12.1% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 1.0% |
1.0%
About the same
|
1.0%
About the same
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 4.2% · Q2 0.0% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 1.0% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 1.4% |
1.2%
0.2 pts worse
|
1.7%
0.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 3.0% · Q2 0.0% · Q3 2.8% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 1.4% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 10.3% |
10.9%
0.6 pts better
|
19.8%
9.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 18.9% · Q2 13.9% · Q3 7.5% · Q4 2.5% · 4Q avg 10.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 1.0% |
4.7%
3.7 pts better
|
5.1%
4.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · Q1 4.2% · Q2 0.0% · Q3 0.0% · Q4 0.0% · 4Q avg 1.0% · Used in QM five-star |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 90.5% |
94.0%
3.5 pts worse
|
81.7%
8.8 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 · 4Q avg 90.5% |
Survey summary
Recent inspection cycles
Cycle 2
Health 2024-06-06 · Fire 2024-06-06
7 health deficiencies
Top issue: Environmental (2 deficiencies)
10 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Gas and Vacuum and Electrical Systems (2 deficiencies)
Cycle 3
Health 2023-07-13 · Fire 2023-07-13
6 health deficiencies
Top issue: Resident Assessment and Care Planning (4 deficiencies)
7 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (3 deficiencies)
Fire safety
Fire-safety citations
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-05-01
K161 · Construction Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Use approved construction type or materials.
Corrected 2025-05-09
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-05-01
K741 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Corrected 2025-05-21
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-06
K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2024-07-11
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-06
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2024-07-11
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-06
E39 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Corrected 2024-07-11
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-06
K161 · Construction Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Use approved construction type or materials.
Corrected 2024-07-11
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-06
K293 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Corrected 2024-07-11
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-06
K355 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Corrected 2024-07-11
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-06
K511 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Corrected 2024-07-11
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-06
K741 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Corrected 2024-07-11
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-06
K909 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure gas and vacuum piping is labeled.
Corrected 2024-07-11
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-06
K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2024-07-11
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-07-13
K374 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Corrected 2023-08-07
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-07-13
E37 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Establish staff and initial training requirements.
Corrected 2023-08-07
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-07-13
K345 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2023-08-07
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-07-13
K372 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected 2023-08-07
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-07-13
K511 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Corrected 2023-08-07
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-07-13
K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2023-08-07
C · Minimal harm
2023-07-13
K111 · Construction Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Satisfy building requirements after a repair, renovation, modification, or change of user/occupancy.
Corrected 2023-08-07
Inspection history
Recent health citations
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-05-01
F605 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected 2025-05-20
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-05-01
F757 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected 2025-05-20
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-05-01
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 2025-05-20
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-05-01
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 2025-05-20
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-01-08
F607 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected 2025-01-23
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-06
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 2024-07-23
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-06
F921 · Environmental Deficiencies
Health
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected 2024-07-23
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-06
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 2024-07-23
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-06
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 2024-07-23
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-06
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 2024-07-23
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-06-06
F908 · Environmental Deficiencies
Health
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Corrected 2024-07-23
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-07-13
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 2023-08-01
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-07-13
F685 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Corrected 2023-08-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-07-13
F641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected 2023-08-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-07-13
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 2023-08-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-07-13
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 2023-08-01
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-07-13
F921 · Environmental Deficiencies
Health
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected 2023-08-01
Penalties and ownership
What sits behind the stars
Ownership
Veterans Home Of California Barstow
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization
Pangilinan, Larry
Corporate Director · Individual
Pangilinan, Larry
W-2 Managing Employee · Individual
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