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Nursing Homes · Medicare certified

Kyakameena Care Center

2131 Carleton Street · Berkeley, CA 94704 · 60 certified beds

5108432131

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About Kyakameena Care Center

Kyakameena Care Center is a nursing home in Berkeley, California, in Alameda County. Public records list 60 beds. It is Medicare certified. Ownership records list a for-profit operator and tie the listing to Pratap Poddatoori. We hold 40 inspection citations for this listing, the most recent dated 20 May 2026. CMS also lists 8 fine or payment denial actions against it. Reported staffing works out to 3.93 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 August 2026.

Public record

CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026

Certification

  • Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)

Ratings

3.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-08-01.GOV

Staffing rating

4.0

Quality-measure rating

4.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

28

3.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-07-01.GOV

Staffing rating

4.0

Quality-measure rating

4.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

28

Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026Q1.GOV

Staffing rating

Not published

Quality-measure rating

Not published

Inspections on record

Not published

Cited deficiencies

Not published

Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025Q4.GOV

Staffing rating

Not published

Quality-measure rating

Not published

Inspections on record

Not published

Cited deficiencies

Not published

3.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-06-01.GOV

Staffing rating

4.0

Quality-measure rating

4.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

26

Inspection history (40)

Records from June 2021 to May 2026.

  • June 20, 2024 · D

    Citation F0759

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-20 under CMS tag F0759 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-07-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-06-20.GOV
  • June 20, 2024 · D

    Citation F0756

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-20 under CMS tag F0756 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-07-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-06-20.GOV
  • June 20, 2024 · B

    Citation F0912

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-20 under CMS tag F0912 (CMS scope/severity B: pattern, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm) for Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-07-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-06-20.GOV
  • June 20, 2024 · D

    Citation F0842

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-20 under CMS tag F0842 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-07-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-06-20.GOV
  • November 1, 2023 · D

    Citation F0760

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-11-01 under CMS tag F0760 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-11-15. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-11-01.GOV
  • September 22, 2023 · G

    Citation F0689

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-09-22 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual 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 2023-11-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-09-22.GOV
  • September 22, 2023 · D

    Citation F0726

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-09-22 under CMS tag F0726 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-11-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-09-22.GOV
  • September 21, 2023 · D

    Citation F0607

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-09-21 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 2023-11-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-09-21.GOV
  • June 10, 2021 · E

    Citation F0761

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-06-10 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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 2021-08-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2021-06-10.GOV
  • June 10, 2021 · E

    Citation F0880

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-06-10 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 2021-08-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2021-06-10.GOV
  • June 10, 2021 · D

    Citation F0584

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-06-10 under CMS tag F0584 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2021-08-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2021-06-10.GOV
  • June 10, 2021 · D

    Citation F0585

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-06-10 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 2021-08-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2021-06-10.GOV
  • June 10, 2021 · D

    Citation F0558

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-06-10 under CMS tag F0558 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2021-08-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2021-06-10.GOV
  • June 10, 2021 · D

    Citation F0912

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-06-10 under CMS tag F0912 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2021-08-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2021-06-10.GOV
  • June 10, 2021 · F

    Citation F0808

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-06-10 under CMS tag F0808 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2021-08-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2021-06-10.GOV
  • June 10, 2021 · E

    Citation F0686

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-06-10 under CMS tag F0686 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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 2021-08-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2021-06-10.GOV
  • June 10, 2021 · D

    Citation F0688

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-06-10 under CMS tag F0688 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2021-08-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2021-06-10.GOV
  • June 10, 2021 · E

    Citation F0802

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-06-10 under CMS tag F0802 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2021-08-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2021-06-10.GOV
  • June 10, 2021 · E

    Citation F0801

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-06-10 under CMS tag F0801 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2021-08-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2021-06-10.GOV
  • June 10, 2021 · F

    Citation F0813

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-06-10 under CMS tag F0813 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, 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 2021-08-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2021-06-10.GOV

Penalties (8)

Total fines on file: $38,848

  • October 17, 2023 · Fine

    Citation FINE-129111

    CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $4,587 against this nursing home on 2023-10-17 (Fine ID: 129111). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-10-17.GOV
  • October 10, 2023 · Fine

    Citation FINE-129058

    CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $4,587 against this nursing home on 2023-10-10 (Fine ID: 129058). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-10-10.GOV
  • October 2, 2023 · Fine

    Citation FINE-128967

    CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $4,235 against this nursing home on 2023-10-02 (Fine ID: 128967). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-10-02.GOV
  • September 25, 2023 · Fine

    Citation FINE-128895

    CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $3,882 against this nursing home on 2023-09-25 (Fine ID: 128895). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-09-25.GOV
  • September 21, 2023 · Fine

    Citation FINE-130506

    CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $7,443 against this nursing home on 2023-09-21 (Fine ID: 130506). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-09-21.GOV
  • September 18, 2023 · Fine

    Citation FINE-128834

    CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $3,529 against this nursing home on 2023-09-18 (Fine ID: 128834). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-09-18.GOV
  • September 11, 2023 · Fine

    Citation FINE-128774

    CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $3,176 against this nursing home on 2023-09-11 (Fine ID: 128774). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-09-11.GOV
  • August 21, 2023 · Fine

    Citation FINE-128569

    CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $7,409 against this nursing home on 2023-08-21 (Fine ID: 128569). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-08-21.GOV

Staffing

Latest: 3.93 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)

Staffing trend (5 periods)

  1. 2025Q44.21 hrs/resident/day
  2. 2026-06-014.21 hrs/resident/day
  3. 2026-07-013.93 hrs/resident/day
  4. 2026-08-013.93 hrs/resident/day
  5. 2026Q13.93 hrs/resident/day

Most recent period is lower than 2025Q4 (-0.29 hrs/resident/day). Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.

Ownership

For profit

CMS Care Compare chain: Pratap Poddatoori

Chain ID 847 · 6 facilities in chain (CMS)

  • Chain average overall rating: 3.5
  • Chain average health inspection rating: 3.2
  • Chain average staffing rating: 3.8
  • Chain average quality measure rating: 4.2

Chain averages are CMS-published figures for facilities sharing this Chain ID (formerly Affiliated Entity). They are not ElderCareCosts scores.

A separate ownership filing names a different organization for this listing. We are not publishing that name while the two government records disagree.

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  1. Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)

  2. Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit - Corporation".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)

  3. Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)

  4. Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit - Corporation".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)

  5. Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)

Ratings, inspections, and penalties are public records, reproduced in plain English without edits to their substance. View source records · What these measures mean.

Typical cost

Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025

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Median · CA$12,167/mo
See full CA cost breakdownSource: Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · Updated 2025

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Where this information came from

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