Public Record
Golden Sonora Care Center
Operated by Golden SNF Operations
From CMS
Facility profile
- CMS overall rating
- 1 / 5
- Certified beds
- 210
- Avg. residents per day
- 183
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California cost report
Food cost per resident day
Raw food costs divided by total patient days from the same HCAI filing. Each year is compared with the median across California HCAI filers that carry a Medicare provider number for that report year; the roughly 18 percent of filers without one are not in the comparison.
2024 raw food costs per resident day
$9.42
Filing period: to
California median $8.96 across 825 filers. This facility: 58.7th percentile of those filers.
RN, LVN, and CNA staffing mix
Census context: 64,617 total patient days in this filing.
| Role | Productive hours | Productive salaries | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN | 15,974 | $853,472 | $53.43/hour |
| LVN | 41,165 | $1,989,424 | $48.33/hour |
| CNA | 74,372 | $2,247,592 | $30.22/hour |
2023 raw food costs per resident day
$13.44
Filing period: to
2023 raw food costs per resident day
$9.09
Filing period: to
California median $8.51 across 892 filers. This facility: 67.2th percentile of those filers.
RN, LVN, and CNA staffing mix
Census context: 6,954 total patient days in this filing.
| Role | Productive hours | Productive salaries | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN | 8,002 | $276,843 | $34.60/hour |
| LVN | 5,577 | $184,229 | $33.03/hour |
| CNA | 10,967 | $192,206 | $17.53/hour |
Census context: 46,737 total patient days in this filing.
| Role | Productive hours | Productive salaries | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN | 14,631 | $898,604 | $61.42/hour |
| LVN | 30,990 | $1,399,338 | $45.15/hour |
| CNA | 33,471 | $944,314 | $28.21/hour |
2022 raw food costs per resident day
$12.95
Filing period: to
California median $8.23 across 896 filers. This facility: 89.6th percentile of those filers.
RN, LVN, and CNA staffing mix
Census context: 43,682 total patient days in this filing.
| Role | Productive hours | Productive salaries | Hourly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN | 28,275 | $1,261,326 | $44.61/hour |
| LVN | 20,201 | $816,219 | $40.40/hour |
| CNA | 43,105 | $992,466 | $23.02/hour |
*HCAI Long-Term Care Integrated Disclosure
Inspection record
On record from CMS
- Health citations
- 95
- Fire safety findings
- 31
- Inspections on file
- 29
- Last inspection
- 2026-03-12
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Citations
95 citations on record
Each deficiency cited on a CMS health inspection of this facility, sourced from the federal record. Open a report for the raw CMS Scope and Severity grade on each finding.
What do CMS severity letters mean?
Serious (G-L). Actual harm to a resident, or immediate jeopardy. Codes G through I indicate actual harm; J through L indicate immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety.
General (A-F). No actual harm found, or harm that is minimal. The facility must still submit a Plan of Correction. Most CMS citations land here.
Each letter combines severity with scope: how many residents the deficiency affected.
- 0690Generalpotential for harm
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
- 0531Generalpotential for harm
Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire.
- 0770Generalpotential for harm
Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
- 0684Generalpotential for harm
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
- 0550Generalpotential for harm
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
- 0757Generalpotential for harm
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
- 0580Generalpotential for harm
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
- 0814Generalpotential for harm
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
- 0812Generalpotential for harm
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
- 0842Generalpotential for harm
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
- 0880Generalpotential for harm
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
- 0881Generalpotential for harm
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
- 0925Generalpotential for harm
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
- 0550Generalpotential for harm
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
- 0554Generalpotential for harm
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
- 0580Generalpotential for harm
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
- 0583Generalpotential for harm
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
- 0585Generalpotential for harm
Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
- 0645Generalpotential for harm
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
- 0656Generalpotential for harm
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
- 0657Generalpotential for harm
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
- 0658Generalpotential for harm
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
- 0688Generalpotential for harm
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.
- 0689Generalpotential for harm
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
- 0690Generalpotential for harm
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
- 0755Generalpotential for harm
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
- 0759Generalpotential for harm
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
- 0761Generalpotential for harm
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.
- 0804Generalpotential for harm
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
- 0806Generalpotential for harm
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
- 0689Generalpotential for harm
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
- 0687Generalpotential for harm
Provide appropriate foot care.
- 0684Generalpotential for harm
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
- 0655Generalpotential for harm
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
- 0584Generalpotential for harm
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.
- 0684Generalpotential for harm
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
- 0626Generalpotential for harm
Permit a resident to return to the nursing home after hospitalization or therapeutic leave that exceeds bed-hold policy.
- 0684Generalpotential for harm
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
- 0656Generalpotential for harm
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
- 0550Generalpotential for harm
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
- 0558Generalpotential for harm
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
- 0561Generalpotential for harm
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
- 0567Generalpotential for harm
Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
- 0644Generalpotential for harm
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
- 0689Generalpotential for harm
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
- 0694Generalpotential for harm
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
- 0695Generalpotential for harm
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
- 0698Generalpotential for harm
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
- 0755Generalpotential for harm
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
- 0758Generalpotential for harm
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.
- 0761Generalpotential for harm
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.
- 0803Generalpotential for harm
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.
- 0812Generalpotential for harm
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
- 0880Generalpotential for harm
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
- 0636Generalpotential for harm
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
- 0684Generalpotential for harm
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
- 0880Generalpotential for harm
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
- 0580Generalpotential for harm
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
- 0689Seriousactual harm
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
- 0656Generalpotential for harm
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
- 0758Generalpotential for harm
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.
- 0658Generalpotential for harm
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
- 0658Generalpotential for harm
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
- 0684Generalpotential for harm
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
- 0755Generalpotential for harm
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
- 0550Generalpotential for harm
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
- 0558Generalpotential for harm
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
- 0568Generalpotential for harm
Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.
- 0584Generalpotential for harm
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.
- 0655Generalpotential for harm
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
- 0656Generalpotential for harm
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
- 0658Generalpotential for harm
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
- 0677Generalpotential for harm
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
- 0679Generalpotential for harm
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
- 0684Generalpotential for harm
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
- 0687Generalpotential for harm
Provide appropriate foot care.
- 0688Seriousactual harm
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.
- 0689Generalpotential for harm
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
- 0694Generalpotential for harm
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
- 0695Generalpotential for harm
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
- 0697Generalpotential for harm
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
- 0759Generalpotential for harm
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
- 0760Generalpotential for harm
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
- 0761Generalpotential for harm
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.
- 0804Generalpotential for harm
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
- 0806Generalpotential for harm
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
- 0812Generalpotential for harm
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
- 0842Generalpotential for harm
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
- 0880Generalpotential for harm
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
- 0686Generalpotential for harm
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
- 0636Generalpotential for harm
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
- 0656Generalpotential for harm
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
- 0756Generalpotential for harm
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
- 0758Generalpotential for harm
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.
- 0656Generalpotential for harm
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Inspection history
Every health inspection on record
Each CMS health inspection of this facility, and the deficiencies the surveyors cited. Where the verbatim Form 2567 statement of deficiencies is on file, it links to the full report.
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- Inspection1 deficiency
555736 12/09/2025 Golden Sonora Care Center 19929 Greenley Road Sonora, CA 95370 F 0757 Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure…
Read full statement of deficiencies - Inspection1 deficiency
555736 09/02/2025 Golden Sonora Care Center 19929 Greenley Road Sonora, CA 95370 F 0580 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Few Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that…
Read full statement of deficiencies - Inspection23 deficiencies
555736 08/07/2025 Golden Sonora Care Center 19929 Greenley Road Sonora, CA 95370 F 0550 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Few Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her…
Read full statement of deficiencies - View inspection reportInspectionFire Safety7 deficiencies
- Inspection1 deficiency
555736 07/01/2025 Golden Sonora Care Center 19929 Greenley Road Sonora, CA 95370 F 0689 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Few Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents…
Read full statement of deficiencies - Inspection1 deficiency
555736 06/11/2025 Golden Sonora Care Center 19929 Greenley Road Sonora, CA 95370 F 0687 Provide appropriate foot care. Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to provide podiatry services (service…
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Showing the 10 most recent inspections. 22 earlier inspections are also on record.
Ownership
Golden SNF Operations
7nursing homes nationwide, in CMS records
All 7 are in California.
Counted from the chain CMS itself discloses for this home, which matches CMS Care Compare. ReadyRule's own common-control analysis is a separate and broader lens, and the two can differ.
FAQ
Questions and answers
- What is Golden Sonora Care Center?
- Golden Sonora Care Center is a Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing home in Sonora, CA, tracked by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Its CMS Certification Number (CCN) is 555736.
- What is the CMS rating for Golden Sonora Care Center?
- Golden Sonora Care Center has a CMS overall rating of 1 out of 5 stars. CMS rates nursing homes on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
- How many beds does Golden Sonora Care Center have?
- Golden Sonora Care Center is certified for 210 beds. It serves an average of 183 residents per day.
- How many citations does Golden Sonora Care Center have?
- Golden Sonora Care Center has 95 citations on record from CMS health inspections, each tied to a federal deficiency tag.
- When was Golden Sonora Care Center last inspected?
- Golden Sonora Care Center was last inspected on March 12, 2026. CMS surveys nursing homes about once a year and after complaints.
- What can I do if I have concerns about care at this facility?
- Start by raising the concern with the facility administrator or director of nursing. Every state also runs a free long-term care ombudsman program that advocates for residents and families; the federal Eldercare Locator at eldercare.acl.gov can connect you with yours. Complaints about quality of care can also be filed with your state survey agency.
*Sourced from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). See the official record on CMS Care Compare. If you believe any information is inaccurate, report it here.
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