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Veterans Home Of California - Barstow

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Veterans Home Of California - Barstow is a government - state facility in BARSTOW, CA with 60 certified beds and a 5-star overall CMS rating. The facility has 17 deficiency records on file.

100 EAST VETERANS PARKWAY, BARSTOW, CA 92311

Phone: 7602526288

Overall Rating

5/5

Health Inspection

5/5

Staffing

5/5

Quality Measures

5/5

Long-Stay Quality

5/5

Facility Information

Provider Number
555853
Ownership
Government - State
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Beds
60
Residents
39
In Hospital
No
County
San Bernardino
Last Inspection
May 1, 2025

Staffing Data

RN Hours
1.43 (nat'l avg: 0.68)
LPN Hours
1.14
CNA Hours
2.90
Total Nursing Hours
5.46 (nat'l avg: 3.89)
PT Hours
0.00
Nursing Turnover
27.8%
RN Turnover
31.3%

What the CMS Record Reveals About Veterans Home Of California - Barstow

Veterans Home Of California - Barstow operates 60 certified beds in BARSTOW, CA with approximately 39 residents currently in care, and carries a CMS overall rating of 5 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 (5★), staffing levels (5★), and quality measures (5★). 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 17 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 5.46 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 "Government - State" ownership and operating as a "Medicare and Medicaid" provider, Veterans Home Of California - Barstow 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 27.8%, within a range generally associated with stable care teams. 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 (17 most recent)

D — Isolated - Minimal harm May 1, 2025 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: May 20, 2025

E — Pattern - Minimal harm May 1, 2025 Tag: 0757

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

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: May 20, 2025

D — Isolated - Minimal harm May 1, 2025 Tag: 0755

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: May 20, 2025

E — Pattern - Minimal harm May 1, 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: May 20, 2025

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Jan 8, 2025 Tag: 0607

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 23, 2025

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Jun 6, 2024 Tag: 0921

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

Category: Environmental Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 23, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Jun 6, 2024 Tag: 0908

Keep all essential equipment working safely.

Category: Environmental Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 23, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Jun 6, 2024 Tag: 0842

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 23, 2024

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Jun 6, 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: Jul 23, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Jun 6, 2024 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: Jul 23, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Jun 6, 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: Jul 23, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 13, 2023 Tag: 0921

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

Category: Environmental Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 1, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 13, 2023 Tag: 0842

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 1, 2023

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Jul 13, 2023 Tag: 0685

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

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 1, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 13, 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: Aug 1, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 13, 2023 Tag: 0641

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 1, 2023

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Jul 13, 2023 Tag: 0640

Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 1, 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 12.1% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight Long Stay 3.3% No
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay 1.0% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay 1.4% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms Long Stay 0.0% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained Long Stay 0.0% No
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay 1.4% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Long Stay 96.6% No
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Short Stay 90.5% No
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay N/A Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay 16.5% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication Long Stay 14.5% No
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Long Stay 92.3% No
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Short Stay N/A No
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay 1.0% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence Long Stay 10.3% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay 16.9% Yes

Penalty History

No penalties on record.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall CMS rating for Veterans Home Of California - Barstow?
Veterans Home Of California - Barstow has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars. This rating combines health inspection results (5★), staffing levels (5★), and quality measures (5★).
What are the staffing levels at Veterans Home Of California - Barstow?
Veterans Home Of California - Barstow reports 5.46 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 27.8%.
How many beds does Veterans Home Of California - Barstow have?
Veterans Home Of California - Barstow has 60 certified beds with approximately 39 residents. The facility is located at 100 EAST VETERANS PARKWAY, BARSTOW, CA 92311.
Does Veterans Home Of California - Barstow have any deficiencies on record?
Yes, Veterans Home Of California - Barstow has 17 deficiencies on record from recent inspections. Most deficiencies are classified as no harm or minimal harm.
Has Veterans Home Of California - Barstow received any fines or penalties?
No, Veterans Home Of California - Barstow has no fines or penalties on record.
Who owns Veterans Home Of California - Barstow?
Veterans Home Of California - Barstow is classified as "Government - State" ownership. The facility type is "Medicare and Medicaid".
When was Veterans Home Of California - Barstow last inspected?
The most recent health inspection for Veterans Home Of California - Barstow was on May 1, 2025. The facility received a health inspection rating of 5 out of 5 stars.
What quality measures are tracked for Veterans Home Of California - Barstow?
Veterans Home Of California - Barstow 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.

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