Orchards at Tulare
604 E. Merritt Ave., Tulare, CA 93274
Orchards at Tulare is a nursing home in Tulare, 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.
CMS star ratings
- 2 of 5CMS overall star rating
- 1 of 5CMS health inspection star rating
- 3 of 5CMS staffing star rating
- 5 of 5CMS quality measures star rating
Facts from CMS
- Phone
- (559) 686-1601
- Last standard health inspection
- May 8, 2025 (1 year ago)
- Certified beds
- 99
- Residents per day, on average
- 91.4
- Ownership type
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Legal business name
- Orchards at Tulare LLC
- Chain
- Ajc Healthcare
- Takes part in
- Medicare and Medicaid
More health citations than the California average (87 vs 50).
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.
CMS update of October 28, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.
Name
CMS lists a new legal business name for this home.
Ownership
CMS lists this home under a new chain.
1 citation
Health inspection on August 7, 2026
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0684. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 2, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0684 3 times since 2024.
1 citation
Health inspection on July 6, 2026
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0921. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
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 31, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0921 2 times since 2024.
3 citations
Health inspection on June 29, 2026
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0580. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 1, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0580 5 times since 2023.
Citation F0658. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 1, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0658 6 times since 2023.
Citation F0689. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 1, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0689 3 times since 2023.
CMS update of May 27, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
1 citation
Health inspection on March 9, 2026
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0573. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Let each resident or the resident's legal representative access or purchase copies of all the resident's records.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 30, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0573 2 times since 2024.
1 citation
Health inspection on March 3, 2026
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0584. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
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 March 13, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0584 3 times since 2024.
1 citation
Health inspection on February 26, 2026
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0689. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 2, 2026.
CMS update of February 25, 2026
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
CMS update of January 14, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
CMS abuse icon
CMS removed its abuse icon from this home.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from October 17, 2024 from $65,956 to $68,938.
1 citation
Health inspection on November 24, 2025
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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 January 7, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0880 4 times since 2023.
CMS update of July 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from October 17, 2024 from $101,470 to $65,956.
CMS update of June 25, 2025
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 3 of 5.
14 citations
Health inspection on May 8, 2025
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation F0812. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
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 May 30, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0812 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0692. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 30, 2025.
Citation F0578. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 30, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0578 2 times since 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 May 30, 2025.
Citation F0637. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
CMS lists it as corrected on May 30, 2025.
Citation F0641. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 30, 2025.
Citation F0684. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 30, 2025.
Citation F0697. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 30, 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 30, 2025.
Citation F0759. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 30, 2025.
Citation F0803. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 30, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0803 4 times since 2021.
Citation F0807. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides drinks consistent with resident needs and preferences and sufficient to maintain resident hydration.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 30, 2025.
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 May 30, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0842 4 times since 2021.
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 30, 2025.
7 citations
Fire safety inspection on May 8, 2025
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation K0914. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 16, 2025.
Citation K0918. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 15, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for K0918 2 times since 2024.
Citation K0926. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 23, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for K0926 2 times since 2021.
Citation K0920. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 23, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for K0920 2 times since 2021.
Citation K0324. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 15, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for K0324 2 times since 2024.
Citation K0342. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have a complete alarm system manually initiated and initiated by fire sprinkler system connection.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 23, 2025.
Citation K0344. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have an alternate power supply for its alarm system.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 23, 2025.
1 citation
Health inspection on April 10, 2025
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0658. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 13, 2025.
1 citation
Health inspection on March 26, 2025
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0837. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 18, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0837 4 times since 2024.
1 citation
Health inspection on March 6, 2025
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0658. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
CMS lists it as corrected on March 13, 2025.
CMS update of February 26, 2025
CMS abuse icon
CMS added its abuse icon to this home.
1 citation
Health inspection on January 16, 2025
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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 January 17, 2025.
2 citations
Health inspection on December 11, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0745. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 27, 2025.
Citation F0837. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 27, 2025.
2 citations
Health inspection on December 2, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0658. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 10, 2025.
Citation F0684. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 10, 2025.
2 citations
Health inspection on November 15, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.
256 of 1,165 California homes (22%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2024.
Citation F0600. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 20, 2024.
Citation F0580. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 20, 2024.
CMS update of October 30, 2024
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
1 citation
Health inspection on October 24, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0661. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 11, 2024.
3 citations
Health inspection on October 18, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0803. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 13, 2024.
Citation F0658. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 13, 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 December 13, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for F0761 3 times since 2021.
1 citation
Health inspection on October 17, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0656. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 20, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for F0656 2 times since 2021.
Fine
October 17, 2024 (2 years ago)
CMS fine of $68,938 on October 17, 2024.
1 citation
Health inspection on August 22, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0580. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 18, 2024.
1 citation
Health inspection on May 29, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0770. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 17, 2024.
CMS update of May 29, 2024
Fine
CMS changed the fine from February 3, 2022 from $65,790 to $42,764.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from July 10, 2023 from $97,920 to $63,648.
25 citations
Health inspection on April 18, 2024
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation F0880. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 9, 2024.
Citation F0552. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 9, 2024.
Citation F0558. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 9, 2024.
Citation F0578. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 9, 2024.
Citation F0655. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
CMS lists it as corrected on May 9, 2024.
Citation F0726. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 9, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for F0726 2 times since 2024.
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 May 9, 2024.
Citation F0837. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 9, 2024.
Citation F0847. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 9, 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 May 9, 2024.
Citation F0677. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 9, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for F0677 2 times since 2021.
Citation F0679. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 9, 2024.
Citation F0685. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 9, 2024.
Citation F0686. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 9, 2024.
Citation F0688. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 9, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for F0688 2 times since 2021.
Citation F0698. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 9, 2024.
Citation F0700. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 9, 2024.
Citation F0710. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 9, 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 May 9, 2024.
Citation F0790. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 9, 2024.
Citation F0805. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 9, 2024.
Citation F0867. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 9, 2024.
Citation F0881. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 9, 2024.
Citation F0883. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 9, 2024.
Citation F0921. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
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 May 9, 2024.
12 citations
Fire safety inspection on April 18, 2024
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation K0222. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 16, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for K0222 2 times since 2021.
Citation K0918. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 16, 2024.
Citation E0004. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
CMS lists it as corrected on May 16, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for E0004 2 times since 2021.
Citation E0030. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
List the names and contact information of those in the facility.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 16, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for E0030 2 times since 2021.
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 May 16, 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 May 16, 2024.
Citation K0324. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 16, 2024.
Citation K0353. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 16, 2024.
Citation K0363. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 16, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for K0363 2 times since 2021.
Citation K0712. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 16, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for K0712 2 times since 2021.
Citation K0781. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 16, 2024.
Citation K0919. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 16, 2024.
1 citation
Health inspection on April 9, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0657. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 17, 2024.
CMS update of February 29, 2024
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
Name
CMS lists a new name for this home. It was MERRITT MANOR CONVALESCENT HOSPITAL.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from February 3, 2022 from $59,670 to $65,790.
3 citations
Health inspection on February 13, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0580. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 14, 2024.
Citation F0837. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 14, 2024.
Citation F0573. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Let each resident or the resident's legal representative access or purchase copies of all the resident's records.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 14, 2024.
1 citation
Health inspection on January 30, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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 February 6, 2024.
1 citation
Health inspection on January 24, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0726. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 6, 2024.
3 citations
Health inspection on December 21, 2023
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0580. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 20, 2024.
Citation F0689. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 20, 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 January 20, 2024.
1 citation
Health inspection on November 28, 2023
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
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 December 6, 2023.
1 citation
Health inspection on November 13, 2023
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0803. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 1, 2023.
1 citation
Health inspection on October 10, 2023
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0658. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 31, 2023.
10 citations
Health inspection on May 27, 2021
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation F0803. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 28, 2021.
Citation F0806. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 28, 2021.
Citation F0582. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 28, 2021.
Citation F0656. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 28, 2021.
Citation F0677. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 28, 2021.
Citation F0688. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 28, 2021.
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 June 28, 2021.
Citation F0804. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 28, 2021.
Citation F0809. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 28, 2021.
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 June 28, 2021.
9 citations
Fire safety inspection on May 27, 2021
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation K0222. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 15, 2021.
Citation K0321. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 15, 2021.
Citation K0363. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 15, 2021.
Citation K0712. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 15, 2021.
Citation K0920. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 15, 2021.
Citation K0926. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 15, 2021.
Citation E0004. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
CMS lists it as corrected on July 15, 2021.
Citation E0006. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 15, 2021.
Citation E0030. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
List the names and contact information of those in the facility.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 15, 2021.
Owners and managers
CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.
- SWC CA OPCO 2 LLC5% or greater direct ownership interest · 100% · since 05/01/2022
- AJC HEALTHCARE LLCOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 05/01/2022
- CHESLEY, AARONOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 05/01/2022
- EPPERSON, LUCILLEOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 06/27/2026
- GAMETT, JAMESOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 05/01/2022
- WANG, JIAKUNOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 11/14/2025
Questions
When was Orchards at Tulare last inspected?
CMS lists May 8, 2025 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.
How many citations (violations) does Orchards at Tulare have?
CMS lists 87 health citations since May 27, 2021. CMS also calls these deficiencies.
Has Orchards at Tulare been fined?
CMS lists 1 fine in the past three years, $68,938 in total.
What is the CMS star rating of Orchards at Tulare?
Its CMS overall star rating is 2 of 5.
Is Orchards at Tulare a Special Focus Facility?
No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.