Nursing Homes · Madera, CA
Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
Madera Care Center
1700 Howard Road · Madera, CA 93637 · 64 certified beds
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About Madera Care Center
Madera Care Center is a nursing home in Madera, California. Its capacity is 64 beds, below the Madera County median of 65 for nursing homes. It is run by a for-profit operator and is part of David Johnson. It is Medicare certified. Its public inspection record shows 38 citations, the most recent on March 19, 2026. CMS also lists 8 fines or payment denials against it. Nurse staffing averages 4.02 hours per resident per day. It is one of 2 nursing homes listed in Madera. Residents and families can raise concerns with the Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman at 1-800-231-4024. Its public records were last updated in October 2026.
Public record
CMS Care Compare, updated October 2026
Certification
Medicare-certified.
Ratings
Overall
4.0Staffing
3.0Quality measures
4.0CMS Care Compare, October 2026.
Inspection history (38)
Records from April 2023 to March 2026.
April 13, 2023
Tag F0802Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.
Severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected June 21, 2023.
April 13, 2023
Tag F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected June 21, 2023.
April 13, 2023
Tag F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected June 21, 2023.
April 13, 2023
Tag F0552Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected June 21, 2023.
April 13, 2023
Tag F0804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected August 21, 2023.
April 13, 2023
Tag F0842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected June 21, 2023.
April 13, 2023
Tag F0806Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected June 21, 2023.
April 13, 2023
Tag F0801Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected August 21, 2023.
April 13, 2023
Tag F0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected August 21, 2023.
April 13, 2023
Tag F0805Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected June 20, 2023.
April 13, 2023
Tag F0692Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected August 21, 2023.
April 13, 2023
Tag F0732Post nurse staffing information every day.
Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected June 21, 2023.
April 13, 2023
Tag F0550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected June 21, 2023.
April 13, 2023
Tag F0814Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected June 21, 2023.
April 13, 2023
Tag F0698Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected August 21, 2023.
April 13, 2023
Tag F0803Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected June 21, 2023.
April 13, 2023
Tag F0558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected June 21, 2023.
April 13, 2023
Tag F0584Honor 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.
Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected June 21, 2023.
Penalties (8)
Total fines: $41,597
January 8, 2024 · Fine
CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $4,938 against this nursing home on January 8, 2024.
January 2, 2024 · Fine
CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $4,587 against this nursing home on January 2, 2024.
December 11, 2023 · Fine
CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $12,703 against this nursing home on December 11, 2023.
November 6, 2023 · Fine
CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $9,527 against this nursing home on November 6, 2023.
October 17, 2023 · Fine
CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $2,787 against this nursing home on October 17, 2023.
October 10, 2023 · Fine
CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $2,117 against this nursing home on October 10, 2023.
October 2, 2023 · Fine
CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $1,764 against this nursing home on October 2, 2023.
September 11, 2023 · Fine
CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $3,174 against this nursing home on September 11, 2023.
Staffing
4.02 nurse hours per resident per day in Q2 2026, down from 4.18 in Q4 2025.
From the payroll records nursing homes file with CMS.
Ownership
For profit
Part of David Johnson, a chain of 50 nursing homes.
Average CMS star ratings across the chain: 3.2 overall, 2.7 for health inspections, 3.2 for staffing, 4.3 for quality measures.
Typical cost
CareScout Cost of Care Survey, 2025
This provider's prices aren't public. Here is what the same care typically costs in California.
Nearby alternatives
Other licensed providers in Madera.
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