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Veterans Home Of California - Barstow

100 East Veterans Parkway, Barstow, CA 92311

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Veterans Home Of California - Barstow is a nursing home in Barstow, California. This page lists the citations, fines and star ratings that CMS publishes for it. Each one has a date and a link to CMS.

At a glance

This page uses data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), published on October 28, 2026. CMS updates its data about once a month.

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CMS does not list this home as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate. CMS does not show an abuse icon for it. CMS lists no change of ownership in the past 12 months.

Inspections, fines and changes

This list shows every citation and fine in CMS's current data, which covers about the last three years. It also shows changes CMS made to this home's ratings and records.

  1. Health inspection on April 23, 2026

    1 citation

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

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    • Citation F0880. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 11, 2026.

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  2. Fire safety inspection on April 23, 2026

    1 citation

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

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    • Citation K0741. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 7, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for K0741 3 times since 2024.

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  3. Health inspection on May 1, 2025

    4 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

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    • Citation F0605. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 20, 2025.

    • Citation F0757. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 20, 2025.

    • Citation F0755. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 20, 2025.

    • Citation F0761. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: 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.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 20, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for F0761 2 times since 2024.

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  4. Fire safety inspection on May 1, 2025

    2 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

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    • Citation K0161. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Use approved construction type or materials.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 9, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for K0161 2 times since 2024.

    • Citation K0741. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 21, 2025.

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  5. Health inspection on January 8, 2025

    1 citation

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

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    • Citation F0607. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

      CMS lists it as corrected on January 23, 2025.

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  6. Health inspection on June 6, 2024

    6 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

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    • Citation F0812. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 23, 2024.

    • Citation F0921. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 23, 2024.

    • Citation F0584. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: 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.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 23, 2024.

    • Citation F0761. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: 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.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 23, 2024.

    • Citation F0842. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

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

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 23, 2024.

    • Citation F0908. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Keep all essential equipment working safely.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 23, 2024.

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  7. Fire safety inspection on June 6, 2024

    10 citations

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

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    • Citation K0712. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 11, 2024.

    • Citation K0353. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 11, 2024.

    • Citation E0039. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 11, 2024.

    • Citation K0161. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Use approved construction type or materials.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 11, 2024.

    • Citation K0293. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 11, 2024.

    • Citation K0355. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 11, 2024.

    • Citation K0511. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 11, 2024.

    • Citation K0741. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 11, 2024.

    • Citation K0909. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure gas and vacuum piping is labeled.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 11, 2024.

    • Citation K0918. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

      CMS lists it as corrected on July 11, 2024.

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CMS star ratings

Facts from CMS

Phone
(760) 252-6288
Last standard health inspection
April 23, 2026 (6 months ago)
Certified beds
60
Residents per day, on average
39.3
Ownership type
Government - State
Legal business name
Veterans Home of California Barstow
Chain
Not listed by CMS
Takes part in
Medicare and Medicaid

Fewer health citations than the California average (12 vs 50).

Owners and managers

CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.

Questions

When was Veterans Home Of California - Barstow last inspected?

CMS lists April 23, 2026 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.

How many citations (violations) does Veterans Home Of California - Barstow have?

CMS lists 12 health citations since June 6, 2024. CMS also calls these deficiencies.

Has Veterans Home Of California - Barstow been fined?

CMS lists no fines for this home in the past three years.

What is the CMS star rating of Veterans Home Of California - Barstow?

Its CMS overall star rating is 5 of 5.

Is Veterans Home Of California - Barstow a Special Focus Facility?

No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.

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