Delano District Skilled Nursing Facility
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Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
1401 Garces HWY · Delano, CA 93215 · 51 certified beds
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Adventist Health Delano is a nursing home in Delano, California, in Kern County. Public records list 51 beds. It is Medicare certified. Ownership records list a nonprofit operator and tie the listing to Adventist Health. We hold 62 inspection citations for this listing, the most recent dated 19 November 2025. CMS also lists 4 fine or payment denial actions against it. Reported staffing works out to 6.42 nurse hours per resident per day. Every fact above comes from the public records listed in the sources section on this page. The newest source file we hold for this listing is dated July 2026.
CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026
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3.0Quality-measure rating
2.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
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3.0Quality-measure rating
2.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
50
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Staffing rating
3.0Quality-measure rating
3.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
50
Records from March 2023 to November 2025.
November 19, 2025 · D
Citation F0686Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-11-19 under CMS tag F0686 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-11-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
November 5, 2025 · D
Citation F0677Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-11-05 under CMS tag F0677 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-12-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
August 20, 2025 · D
Citation F0607Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-20 under CMS tag F0607 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-15. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 3, 2025 · D
Citation F0837Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-07-03 under CMS tag F0837 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-10-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 3, 2025 · G
Citation F0685Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-07-03 under CMS tag F0685 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-10-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
April 10, 2025 · D
Citation F0644Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-04-10 under CMS tag F0644 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-05-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
April 10, 2025 · D
Citation F0868Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-04-10 under CMS tag F0868 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-05-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
April 10, 2025 · D
Citation F0552Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-04-10 under CMS tag F0552 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-05-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
April 10, 2025 · E
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-04-10 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-05-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
April 10, 2025 · E
Citation F0812Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-04-10 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-05-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
April 10, 2025 · D
Citation F0658Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-04-10 under CMS tag F0658 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-05-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
April 10, 2025 · E
Citation F0680Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-04-10 under CMS tag F0680 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-05-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 29, 2025 · D
Citation F0604Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-29 under CMS tag F0604 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 29, 2025 · E
Citation F0677Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-29 under CMS tag F0677 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 21, 2025 · D
Citation F0658Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-21 under CMS tag F0658 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 21, 2025 · F
Citation F0761Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-21 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 21, 2025 · E
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-21 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 21, 2025 · E
Citation F0813Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-21 under CMS tag F0813 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
January 8, 2025 · D
Citation F0607Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-08 under CMS tag F0607 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-01-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
October 9, 2024 · D
Citation F0585Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-09 under CMS tag F0585 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-12-27. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
Total fines on file: $123,442
July 3, 2025 · Payment Denial
Citation PAYDEN-2025-09-12CMS recorded a Medicare/Medicaid payment denial for new admissions starting 2025-09-12, lasting 59 days (triggered by inspection on 2025-07-03). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
July 3, 2025 · Fine
Citation FINE-134941CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $77,740 against this nursing home on 2025-07-03 (Fine ID: 134941). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
October 9, 2024 · Fine
Citation FINE-130978CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $45,702 against this nursing home on 2024-10-09 (Fine ID: 130978). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
January 19, 2024 · Payment Denial
Citation PAYDEN-2024-04-19CMS recorded a Medicare/Medicaid payment denial for new admissions starting 2024-04-19, lasting 56 days (triggered by inspection on 2024-01-19). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
Latest: 6.42 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)
Staffing trend (5 periods)
Most recent period is about the same as 2025Q4. Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
Non profit - Corporation
CMS Care Compare chain: Adventist Health
Chain ID 671 · 5 facilities in chain (CMS)
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Jul 23, 2026First appeared in our data
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