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CMS Nursing Home Compare · March 2026

Adventist Health Sonora - D/P SNF

179 South Fairview Lane, Sonora, CA 95370

Adventist Health Sonora - D/P SNF, a 68-bed non profit - church related nursing facility in Sonora, CA, holds a 4-star CMS overall rating - well above the 3.0-star national average, with nurse staffing above the national norm. No recent finding reached the actual-harm level.

CMS combines health inspections, nurse-staffing levels, and clinical quality measures into the overall star rating, read the components below; they often tell a sharper story than the headline.

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4 / 5
Above average · CMS overall · nat'l 3.0
5.20
Well above average · nurse hrs/day · nat'l 3.89
38
Inspection findings
$0
Federal penalties (0)

Health Inspection

4/5

Staffing

4/5

Quality Measures

3/5

Long-Stay Quality

3/5

Facility Information

Provider Number
555209
Ownership
Non profit - Church related
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Beds
68
Residents
57
In Hospital
Yes
County
Tuolumne
Last Inspection
Jun 19, 2025

Staffing Data

How the 5.20 total nursing hours per resident-day are staffed:

RN Hours
1.43 (nat'l avg: 0.68)
LPN Hours
0.77
CNA Hours
3.00
Total Nursing Hours
5.20 (nat'l avg: 3.89)
PT Hours
0.00
Nursing Turnover
93.2%
RN Turnover
95.2%

What the CMS Record Reveals About Adventist Health Sonora - D/P SNF

Adventist Health Sonora - D/P SNF operates 68 certified beds in Sonora, CA with approximately 57 residents currently in care, and carries a CMS overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars. The overall score is a composite of three weighted sub-ratings published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: health inspection results (4★), staffing levels (4★), and quality measures (3★). Because CMS caps the overall score at the health-inspection tier and then adjusts up or down based on staffing and quality, the sub-scores often tell a sharper story than the headline star count alone, a 3-star facility with weak inspection history reads differently from one held back by thin staffing.

The inspection file contains 38 deficiency records from recent surveys, all falling in the no-harm or minimal-harm bands of the CMS scope-and-severity grid. No fines or payment denials have been assessed against this provider, suggesting issues, if any, did not rise to the enforcement threshold. Staffing is reported at 5.20 total nursing hours per resident day (national average 3.89), with RN coverage at 1.43 per resident day, the single staffing metric most strongly tied to resident outcomes in peer-reviewed literature.

Classified as "Non profit - Church related" ownership and operating as a "Medicare and Medicaid" provider embedded within a hospital campus, Adventist Health Sonora - D/P SNF falls into a category where comparative context matters. National research consistently shows that ownership structure, staffing hours, and turnover are the three operational levers that correlate most strongly with resident outcomes, ratings and fines are lagging indicators of those upstream choices. Reported nursing turnover at this facility is 93.2%, above the level where continuity of care typically begins to suffer. For families evaluating this facility, the CMS record should be read alongside a site visit, direct conversation with current residents and their families, and review of the state health department's most recent inspection report, the star rating is a starting point, not a verdict. All data on this page is sourced from CMS Provider Data and the Nursing Home Compare program; always verify details directly with the facility or your state survey agency before making placement decisions.

Deficiency History (38 most recent)

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Jun 19, 2025 Tag: 0880

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 10, 2025

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Jun 19, 2025 Tag: 0867

Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.

Category: Administration Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 10, 2025

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Jun 19, 2025 Tag: 0812

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 10, 2025

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Jun 19, 2025 Tag: 0605

Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 10, 2025

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Jun 19, 2025 Tag: 0550

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 10, 2025

D - Isolated - Minimal harm May 20, 2025 Tag: 0658

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Jun 27, 2025

D - Isolated - Minimal harm May 9, 2024 Tag: 0880

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Jun 7, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm May 9, 2024 Tag: 0825

Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Jun 7, 2024

F - Widespread - Minimal harm May 9, 2024 Tag: 0812

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: Jun 7, 2024

E - Pattern - Minimal harm May 9, 2024 Tag: 0758

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Jun 7, 2024

E - Pattern - Minimal harm May 9, 2024 Tag: 0757

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Jun 7, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm May 9, 2024 Tag: 0695

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Jun 7, 2024

E - Pattern - Minimal harm May 9, 2024 Tag: 0689

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Jun 7, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm May 9, 2024 Tag: 0688

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.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Jun 7, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm May 9, 2024 Tag: 0685

Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Jun 7, 2024

E - Pattern - Minimal harm May 9, 2024 Tag: 0655

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Jun 7, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm May 9, 2024 Tag: 0623

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Jun 7, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm May 9, 2024 Tag: 0584

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.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Jun 7, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm May 9, 2024 Tag: 0550

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Jun 7, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 21, 2024 Tag: 0689

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 15, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Feb 20, 2024 Tag: 0604

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 1, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Dec 15, 2023 Tag: 0610

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 5, 2024

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Dec 15, 2023 Tag: 0600

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 5, 2024

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Mar 16, 2023 Tag: 0550

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 7, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 16, 2023 Tag: 0883

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 7, 2023

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Mar 16, 2023 Tag: 0881

Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 7, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 16, 2023 Tag: 0880

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 7, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 16, 2023 Tag: 0761

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.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 7, 2023

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Mar 16, 2023 Tag: 0725

Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

Category: Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 7, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 16, 2023 Tag: 0695

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 7, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 16, 2023 Tag: 0692

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 7, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 16, 2023 Tag: 0689

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 7, 2023

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Mar 16, 2023 Tag: 0688

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.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 7, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 16, 2023 Tag: 0656

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 7, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 16, 2023 Tag: 0582

Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 7, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 16, 2023 Tag: 0568

Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 7, 2023

E - Pattern - Minimal harm Mar 16, 2023 Tag: 0567

Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 7, 2023

D - Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 16, 2023 Tag: 0558

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 7, 2023

Quality Measures

Measure Type Score Used in Rating
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased Long Stay 20.1% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay 4.4% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay 1.8% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay 4.9% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay 15.3% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay 3.9% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay 21.3% Yes
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay N/A Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight Long Stay 8.7% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms Long Stay 2.3% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained Long Stay 0.0% No
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Long Stay 99.6% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication Long Stay 26.5% No
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Long Stay 100.0% No
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence Long Stay 20.8% No
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Short Stay 80.9% No
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Short Stay N/A No

Penalty History

No penalties on record.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall CMS rating for Adventist Health Sonora - D/P SNF?
Adventist Health Sonora - D/P SNF has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars. This rating combines health inspection results (4★), staffing levels (4★), and quality measures (3★).
What are the staffing levels at Adventist Health Sonora - D/P SNF?
Adventist Health Sonora - D/P SNF reports 5.20 total nursing hours per resident day (national average: 3.89). RN hours are 1.43 per resident day (national average: 0.68). Nursing staff turnover is 93.2%.
How many beds does Adventist Health Sonora - D/P SNF have?
Adventist Health Sonora - D/P SNF has 68 certified beds with approximately 57 residents. The facility is located at 179 South Fairview Lane, Sonora, CA 95370.
Does Adventist Health Sonora - D/P SNF have any deficiencies on record?
Yes, Adventist Health Sonora - D/P SNF has 38 deficiencies on record from recent inspections. Most deficiencies are classified as no harm or minimal harm.
Has Adventist Health Sonora - D/P SNF received any fines or penalties?
No, Adventist Health Sonora - D/P SNF has no fines or penalties on record.
Who owns Adventist Health Sonora - D/P SNF?
Adventist Health Sonora - D/P SNF is classified as "Non profit - Church related" ownership. The facility type is "Medicare and Medicaid" and is located within a hospital.
When was Adventist Health Sonora - D/P SNF last inspected?
The most recent health inspection for Adventist Health Sonora - D/P SNF was on Jun 19, 2025. The facility received a health inspection rating of 4 out of 5 stars.
What quality measures are tracked for Adventist Health Sonora - D/P SNF?
Adventist Health Sonora - D/P SNF is evaluated on 17 quality measures, of which 8 are used in the CMS star rating calculation. These include measures for both long-stay and short-stay residents covering areas like infections, falls, pressure ulcers, and medication use.

Data Sources

Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare. Ratings, staffing, deficiency, quality measure, and penalty data are from CMS Provider Data. For informational purposes only. Always verify information directly with the facility or your state health department.

Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare provider data (data.cms.gov). See our methodology for how this page is compiled. Ratings, staffing, health-inspection deficiency, and Civil Money Penalty records are published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services under a public-domain (CC0) license.

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