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Nursing Homes · Medicare certified

Orchards at Tulare

604 E. Merritt Ave. · Tulare, CA 93274 · 99 certified beds

5596861601

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About Orchards at Tulare

In Tulare, California, Orchards at Tulare is listed as a nursing home. Public records list 99 beds. It is Medicare certified. Ownership records list a for-profit operator and tie the listing to Magnolia Health Corporation. We hold 88 inspection citations for this listing, the most recent dated 9 March 2026. CMS also lists 2 fine or payment denial actions against it. Reported staffing works out to 4.96 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

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

Staffing rating

3.0

Quality-measure rating

4.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

78

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

Staffing rating

3.0

Quality-measure rating

4.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

79

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

Staffing rating

3.0

Quality-measure rating

4.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

78

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

Inspection history (88)

Records from May 2021 to March 2026.

  • April 18, 2024 · E

    Citation F0558

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-04-18 under CMS tag F0558 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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 2024-05-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-04-18.GOV
  • April 18, 2024 · F

    Citation F0880

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-04-18 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, 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 2024-05-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-04-18.GOV
  • April 18, 2024 · E

    Citation F0812

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-04-18 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 2024-05-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-04-18.GOV
  • April 18, 2024 · D

    Citation F0679

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-04-18 under CMS tag F0679 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-05-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-04-18.GOV
  • April 18, 2024 · D

    Citation F0688

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-04-18 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 2024-05-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-04-18.GOV
  • April 18, 2024 · D

    Citation F0698

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-04-18 under CMS tag F0698 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-05-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-04-18.GOV
  • April 18, 2024 · D

    Citation F0790

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-04-18 under CMS tag F0790 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-05-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-04-18.GOV
  • April 18, 2024 · E

    Citation F0552

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-04-18 under CMS tag F0552 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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 2024-05-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-04-18.GOV
  • April 18, 2024 · D

    Citation F0677

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-04-18 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 2024-05-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-04-18.GOV
  • April 18, 2024 · D

    Citation F0700

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-04-18 under CMS tag F0700 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-05-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-04-18.GOV
  • April 18, 2024 · D

    Citation F0805

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-04-18 under CMS tag F0805 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-05-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-04-18.GOV
  • April 18, 2024 · D

    Citation F0867

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-04-18 under CMS tag F0867 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-05-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-04-18.GOV
  • April 18, 2024 · E

    Citation F0847

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-04-18 under CMS tag F0847 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-05-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-04-18.GOV
  • April 18, 2024 · E

    Citation F0655

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-04-18 under CMS tag F0655 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-05-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-04-18.GOV
  • April 18, 2024 · D

    Citation F0883

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-04-18 under CMS tag F0883 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-05-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-04-18.GOV
  • April 18, 2024 · D

    Citation F0921

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-04-18 under CMS tag F0921 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-05-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-04-18.GOV
  • April 18, 2024 · D

    Citation F0881

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-04-18 under CMS tag F0881 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-05-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-04-18.GOV
  • April 18, 2024 · D

    Citation F0761

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-04-18 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, 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 2024-05-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-04-18.GOV
  • April 18, 2024 · D

    Citation F0710

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-04-18 under CMS tag F0710 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-05-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-04-18.GOV
  • April 18, 2024 · D

    Citation F0686

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-04-18 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 2024-05-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-04-18.GOV

Penalties (2)

Total fines on file: $132,586

  • October 17, 2024 · Fine

    Citation FINE-130969

    CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $68,938 against this nursing home on 2024-10-17 (Fine ID: 130969). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-10-17.GOV
  • September 14, 2023 · Payment Denial

    Citation PAYDEN-2023-12-14

    CMS recorded a Medicare/Medicaid payment denial for new admissions starting 2023-12-14, lasting 63 days (triggered by inspection on 2023-09-14). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-09-14.GOV

Staffing

Latest: 4.96 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)

Staffing trend (5 periods)

  1. 2025Q44.69 hrs/resident/day
  2. 2026-06-014.69 hrs/resident/day
  3. 2026-07-014.96 hrs/resident/day
  4. 2026-08-014.96 hrs/resident/day
  5. 2026Q14.96 hrs/resident/day

Most recent period is higher than 2025Q4 (+0.27 hrs/resident/day). Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.

Ownership

For profit

  1. Parent organization: Magnolia Health Corporation

    parent · PAC 7810977907

Recent changes to this listing

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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 - Limited Liability company".

    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 - Limited Liability company".

    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

This provider doesn't publish a specific price to us. Below is the typical CA range for the care type(s) it offers. Use it as context, not a quote.

Nursing Homes

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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NPI
CMS nursing homes (payroll-based journal staffing)as of June 2026
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