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1280 Marshall Street Crescent City, CA 95531 · Del Norte County
CMS certification number 056296 · See this home on Medicare Care Compare
Is Crescent City Care Center a good nursing home? Reviews, ratings and inspection record
There are no official resident reviews of nursing homes: Medicare's Care Compare publishes inspections, staffing and quality data instead. Here is what that record shows for Crescent City Care Center as of October 2026.
CMS rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall, below the California average of 3.2.
Online reviews from families and residents are on Google Maps and other sites; they reflect individual experiences and aren't checked by CMS. The full inspection reports, including what inspectors observed, are on Medicare Care Compare.
Staffing
Nursing staff spend about 4.14 hours per resident per day at Crescent City Care Center, below the California median of 4.27 (US median: 3.72). About 0.36 of those hours are from registered nurses. On weekends it falls to 3.79 hours, 8% below its all-week average. 66.2% of nursing staff left within a year (California median 36%). High turnover can mean residents see unfamiliar caregivers; ask how long the nurses on the unit have worked there.
About this nursing home
Paying for care at Crescent City Care Center: Medicare and Medicaid
Crescent City Care Center is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid. Medicare Part A can cover a short skilled-nursing or rehab stay here after a qualifying hospital stay of at least three inpatient days (observation days don't count), for up to 100 days per benefit period. Medicaid can pay for long-term care for residents who meet California's income and asset rules. Being certified doesn't guarantee a Medicaid bed is open, so ask whether the home accepts residents whose Medicaid application is still pending.
In 2026 Medicare covers days 1–20 in full after the Part A deductible ($1,736 per benefit period); for days 21–100 you pay $217 a day; after day 100 you pay all costs. Medicare doesn't pay for long-term custodial care. Medicare's coverage rules.
Health inspections
The most recent standard inspection was on March 27, 2026 and found 23 deficiencies, plus 9 from complaint inspections in the same period. In total, inspectors issued 84 citations in the last three years.
Each citation has a scope and severity letter from A to L. A–C: potential for minimal harm. D–F: potential for more than minimal harm. G–I: actual harm. J–L: immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety.
What the inspections found
Over the last three years, inspectors issued 84 citations at Crescent City Care Center across 11 inspection dates, 12 of them from complaint investigations. 3 were at the actual-harm level (G–I), most recently on June 21, 2024. The most common areas cited were quality of life and care (19) and nutrition and dietary (14). The most serious was cited under the CMS rule to "ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents" (tag F0689, level H, June 21, 2024). 10 citations were under CMS's abuse, neglect and exploitation rules.
August 26, 2026 · 2 citations · includes complaint inspection
DDevelop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
DTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
July 29, 2026 · 2 citations · includes complaint inspection
DTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
DRespond appropriately to all alleged violations.
July 1, 2026 · 1 citation · includes complaint inspection
DHonor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
April 23, 2026 · 2 citations · includes complaint inspection
EProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
DTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
March 27, 2026 · 23 citations
FProvide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
FProvide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
FProvide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.
FProvide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.
FEnsure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
FProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
FHave a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.
FDesignate a physician to serve as medical director responsible for implementation of resident care policies and coordination of medical care in the facility.
FKeep all essential equipment working safely.
EHonor 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.
ETimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
EDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
EEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
EProvide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
EProvide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
EEnsure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
EProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
DRespond appropriately to all alleged violations.
DEnsure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
DEnsure 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.
DEnsure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
DEnsure 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.
DHelp the resident with transportation to and from laboratory services outside of the facility.
February 25, 2026 · 2 citations · includes complaint inspection
DKeep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
DDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
May 1, 2025 · 1 citation · includes complaint inspection
DEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
March 13, 2025 · 1 citation · includes complaint inspection
DHave policies on smoking.
December 26, 2024 · 1 citation · includes complaint inspection
EProvide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
June 21, 2024 · 28 citations, includes actual harm
HEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
HProvide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
GAdminister the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
FProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
EHonor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
EThe resident has the right to receive notices in a format and a language he or she understands.
EHonor 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.
EEnsure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
EDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
EDevelop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
EEnsure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
EProvide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
EProvide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
EProvide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.
EEmploy sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
EProvide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.
EEnsure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
ESafeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
EHave a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
ESet up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
EHave the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
EProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
DNot transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.
DProvide appropriate foot care.
DProvide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
DEnsure 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.
DProvide or obtain dental services for each resident.
DKeep all essential equipment working safely.
August 1, 2022 · 21 citations
FProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
FMake sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
EHonor 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.
ERespond appropriately to all alleged violations.
EProvide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
EProvide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
EProvide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
EProvide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
EEnsure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
EEnsure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
EEnsure 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.
EEnsure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
EProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
ESet up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
DProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
DTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
DEnsure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.
DProvide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
DProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
DProvide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.
DEnsure each resident receives and the facility provides drinks consistent with resident needs and preferences and sufficient to maintain resident hydration.
Questions to ask on a tour of Crescent City Care Center
- Inspectors cited the home at the actual-harm level on June 21, 2024 under the rule on quality of life and care. What changed afterwards, and can I see the plan of correction?
- CMS cited the home under its abuse and neglect rules on August 26, 2026. How are staff trained, and how are concerns reported?
- CMS rates staffing 2 out of 5. How many residents does each nurse aide care for on day, evening and night shifts?
- Nursing staff turnover was 66.2% a year. How many of the staff come from agencies?
- Ownership changed in the last 12 months. What has changed for residents and staff since then?
- CMS rates short-stay quality 2 out of 5. How often do rehab patients go back to the hospital, and how many therapy sessions a week are typical?
- Do you have a Medicaid bed open now, and will you admit someone whose Medicaid application is still pending?
- When is the first care-plan meeting, and can family attend?
Questions come from this home's CMS data: its inspections, staffing and ownership record.
Fines and payment denials
2 penalties in the last three years, including $144,866 in fines.
| Date | Type | Amount or length |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 21, 2024 | Fine | $144,866 |
| Jun 21, 2024 | Payment Denial | 91 days of payments denied |
Rating history
| CMS month | Overall | Inspection | Staffing | Quality |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 2026 | 1/5 | 1/5 | 2/5 | 3/5 |
| August 2026 | 1/5 | 1/5 | 1/5 | 2/5 |
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Hospitals near Crescent City Care Center
The Medicare-certified hospitals closest to this nursing home, with their CMS data. Ask the home which hospital it usually sends residents to.
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Sutter Coast Hospital Crescent CityEmergency room ★★☆☆☆ Medicare overall 2 of 5Median ER visit 2h 8m for patients treated and sent home
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