The Vardell Report.Cedarwood Post Acute

Across 11 inspections from November 2023 to June 2026, state surveyors documented 47 findings at Cedarwood Post Acute; 47 have a recorded correction; CMS lists no enforcement action in the window.

Inspections

11

2023–2026, standard and complaint

Findings

47

Deficiencies cited by state inspectors

Corrected

47

Of 47 findings, with a recorded correction date

Penalties

0

No fines or payment denials in the window

Every inspection in the record window, newest first. A finding is a deficiency an inspector cited. CMS publishes what a complaint investigation cited, not what the complaint alleged.

1. Jun 172026

   Standard health inspection

   13 findings

   • F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 6, 2026
   • F688Provide 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.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 6, 2026
   • F759Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 6, 2026
   • F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 6, 2026
   • F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 6, 2026
   • F641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 6, 2026
   • F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 6, 2026
   • F693Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 6, 2026
   • F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 6, 2026
   • F697Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 6, 2026
   • F808Ensure 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.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 6, 2026
   • F887Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 6, 2026
   • F908Keep all essential equipment working safely.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 6, 2026

   Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

2. Jun 92026

   Complaint investigation

   2 findings

   • F637Assess the resident when there is a significant change in conditionLevel DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 10, 2026
   • F641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 10, 2026

   Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

3. Jun 132025

   Standard health inspection

   6 findings

   • F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 30, 2025
   • F558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 30, 2025
   • F759Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 30, 2025
   • F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 30, 2025
   • F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 30, 2025
   • F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 30, 2025

   Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

4. Nov 212024

   Complaint investigation

   1 finding

   • F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 27, 2024

   Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

5. Nov 152024

   Complaint investigation

   1 finding

   • F698Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 22, 2024

   Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

6. Oct 22024

   Complaint investigation

   1 finding

   • F690Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Oct 14, 2024

   Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

7. Aug 232024

   Standard health inspection

   16 findings

   • F658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 11, 2024
   • F842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 11, 2024
   • F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 11, 2024
   • F759Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 11, 2024
   • F760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 11, 2024
   • F802Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 11, 2024
   • F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 11, 2024
   • F552Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 11, 2024
   • F641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 11, 2024
   • F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 11, 2024
   • F761Ensure 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.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 11, 2024
   • F808Ensure 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.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 11, 2024
   • F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 11, 2024
   • F883Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 11, 2024
   • F908Keep all essential equipment working safely.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 11, 2024
   • F919Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 11, 2024

   Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

8. Aug 72024

   Complaint investigation

   1 finding

   • F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Aug 20, 2024

   Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

9. Jun 132024

   Complaint investigation

   1 finding

   • F644Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 20, 2024

   Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

10. Jan 102024

    Complaint investigation

    4 findings

    • F558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Feb 24, 2024
    • F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Feb 24, 2024
    • F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Feb 24, 2024
    • F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Feb 24, 2024

    Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

11. Nov 272023

    Complaint investigation

    1 finding

    • F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 7, 2023

    Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

Severity levels follow the CMS scope and severity grid. A–C: potential for minimal harm. D–F: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. G–I: actual harm. J–L: immediate jeopardy.

A repeated citation can merit attention, but context and corrective action must be reviewed before drawing a conclusion.

1. 1

   Infection Control, Cited in Four Inspections

   Inspectors cited F880 in August 2024, August 2024, June 2025 and June 2026. This citation covers hand hygiene, isolation practice and the home’s infection-prevention program. None rose above level E (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

   2324242424242424252626F880 across all 11 inspections, oldest to newest
2. 2

   Dignity and Resident Rights, Cited in Three Inspections

   Inspectors cited F550 in November 2023, June 2025 and June 2026. This citation covers residents’ right to dignity, to make their own choices and to communicate. None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

   2324242424242424252626F550 across all 11 inspections, oldest to newest
3. 3

   Accurate Assessments, Cited in Three Inspections

   Inspectors cited F641 in August 2024, June 2026 and June 2026. This citation covers whether each resident’s assessment correctly records their condition. None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

   2324242424242424252626F641 across all 11 inspections, oldest to newest
4. 4

   Medication Error Rate, Cited in Three Inspections

   Inspectors cited F759 in August 2024, June 2025 and June 2026. This citation covers whether medication errors stayed under 5 percent when inspectors watched medications being given. None rose above level E (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

   2324242424242424252626F759 across all 11 inspections, oldest to newest
5. 5

   Kitchen and Food Safety, Cited in Three Inspections

   Inspectors cited F812 in August 2024, June 2025 and June 2026. This citation covers how food is stored, prepared and served. None rose above level F (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

   2324242424242424252626F812 across all 11 inspections, oldest to newest
6. 6

   Needs and Preferences, Cited in Two Inspections

   Inspectors cited F558 in January 2024 and June 2025. This citation covers whether the home reasonably accommodates each resident’s needs and preferences. None rose above level E (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

   2324242424242424252626F558 across all 11 inspections, oldest to newest
7. 7

   Care Plans, Cited in Two Inspections

   Inspectors cited F656 in August 2024 and November 2024. This citation covers whether each resident has a written care plan that meets their needs, with goals that can be measured. None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

   2324242424242424252626F656 across all 11 inspections, oldest to newest
8. 8

   Citation F808, Cited in Two Inspections

   Inspectors cited F808 in August 2024 and June 2026. The agency describes it this way: 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. None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

   2324242424242424252626F808 across all 11 inspections, oldest to newest
9. 9

   Keep all essential equipment working safely, Cited in Two Inspections

   Inspectors cited F908 in August 2024 and June 2026. The agency describes it this way: Keep all essential equipment working safely. None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

   2324242424242424252626F908 across all 11 inspections, oldest to newest

Bring these to the tour. Each one comes from something in the record; the reason is under the question.

1. 01

   Who leads infection control here, and how often are hand-hygiene and isolation practices audited?

   Infection Control: cited in four inspections, most seriously at level E.

2. 02

   How do staff learn each resident’s preferences, and how is a complaint about dignity handled?

   Dignity and Resident Rights: cited in three inspections, most seriously at level D.

3. 03

   Who completes resident assessments, and how are they checked for accuracy?

   Accurate Assessments: cited in three inspections, most seriously at level D.

4. 04

   How are medication passes checked, and what happens when an error is found?

   Medication Error Rate: cited in three inspections, most seriously at level E.

5. 05

   May we see the kitchen, and what do your own sanitation checks look like week to week?

   Kitchen and Food Safety: cited in three inspections, most seriously at level F.

6. 06

   How do you adjust rooms, schedules and routines to a resident’s needs and preferences?

   Needs and Preferences: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level E.

7. 07

   How is a care plan written and reviewed here, and how do families take part in it?

   Care Plans: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D.

8. 08

   What changed after F808 was cited, and how do you check it now?

   Citation F808: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D.

9. 09

   What changed after F908 was cited, and how do you check it now?

   Keep all essential equipment working safely: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D.

10. 10

    How many nurses and aides are on each shift, including nights and weekends, for the unit we are considering?

    No staffing citation appears in this window. Staffing levels are published separately by CMS and are worth asking about directly.

11. 11

    Has the home been fined or had payments denied before this record begins?

    CMS lists no fines or payment denials in this window. The record starts November 27, 2023; anything earlier is not in it.

Inspection results and penalties are published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services from surveys conducted by the California state survey agency.

• Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  California state survey agency

  Inspection Nov 27, 2023 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

• Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  California state survey agency

  Inspection Jan 10, 2024 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

• Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  California state survey agency

  Inspection Jun 13, 2024 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

• Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  California state survey agency

  Inspection Aug 7, 2024 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

• Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  California state survey agency

  Inspection Aug 23, 2024 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

• Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  California state survey agency

  Inspection Oct 2, 2024 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

• Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  California state survey agency

  Inspection Nov 15, 2024 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

• Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  California state survey agency

  Inspection Nov 21, 2024 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

• Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  California state survey agency

  Inspection Jun 13, 2025 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

• Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  California state survey agency

  Inspection Jun 9, 2026 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

• Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  California state survey agency

  Inspection Jun 17, 2026 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

• Provider Information, Provider Data Catalog

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services · 055296

  Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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