Coastal Post Acute
348 Iris Drive · Salinas, CA · 93906 · 8314495496
80 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Windsor
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
The composite number cleared 70 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
$63,850 in federal fines in the last 24 months
1 fine — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.86 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.46 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.62 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 45% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $63,850 |
Inspection citations (40 in the current record)
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Immediate jeopardy · J April 9, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected April 10, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 14, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected April 4, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 14, 2025
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected April 4, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 14, 2025
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected April 4, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 14, 2025
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected April 4, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D March 14, 2025
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.
Corrected April 4, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F March 14, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected April 4, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E March 14, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 4, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E January 26, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected February 19, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E January 26, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 19, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D November 30, 2023 · found via complaint
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected December 13, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 28, 2023
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected August 17, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 28, 2023
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected August 17, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 28, 2023
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected August 17, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 28, 2023
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected August 17, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 28, 2023
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected August 17, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 28, 2023
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Corrected August 17, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 28, 2023
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected August 17, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D July 28, 2023
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected August 17, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D July 28, 2023
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.
Corrected August 17, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E July 28, 2023
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.
Corrected August 17, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E July 28, 2023
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected August 17, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F July 28, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected August 17, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D July 28, 2023
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected August 17, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D July 28, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected August 17, 2023 · Infection Control
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| March 14, 2025 | Fine | $63,850 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 055871 · certified since June 1, 1969. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.