Meridian Care Monte Vista

Penalties

• Mar 20, 2026 — Fine ($9,113)
• Aug 3, 2025 — Fine ($14,325)

Inspection findings

1. May 20, 2026 Health · 2 findings
   • Not serious Scope/severity E Complaint

     F0580 Resident Rights Deficiencies

     Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

     Corrected May 21, 2026 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity E Complaint

     F0755 Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

     Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

     Corrected May 21, 2026 · CMS health inspection

2. Mar 20, 2026 Health · 1 finding
   • Serious Scope/severity J Complaint

     F0578 Resident Rights Deficiencies

     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 health inspection

3. Feb 13, 2026 Health · 11 findings
   • Not serious Scope/severity E

     F0552 Resident Rights Deficiencies

     Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

     Corrected Mar 1, 2026 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity D

     F0655 Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

     Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

     Corrected Mar 1, 2026 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity D

     F0656 Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

     Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

     Corrected Mar 1, 2026 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity D

     F0690 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

     Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

     Corrected Mar 1, 2026 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity D

     F0755 Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

     Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

     Corrected Mar 1, 2026 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity D

     F0757 Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

     Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

     Corrected Mar 1, 2026 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity E

     F0761 Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

     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 Mar 1, 2026 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity E

     F0880 Infection Control Deficiencies

     Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

     Corrected Mar 1, 2026 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity E

     F0921 Environmental Deficiencies

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

     Corrected Mar 1, 2026 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity F

     K0324 Smoke Deficiencies

     Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

     Corrected Feb 22, 2026 · CMS fire safety

   • Not serious Scope/severity F

     K0346 Smoke Deficiencies

     Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.

     Corrected Feb 27, 2026 · CMS fire safety

4. Nov 25, 2025 Health · 1 finding
   • Not serious Scope/severity F Complaint

     F0921 Environmental Deficiencies

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

     Corrected Dec 25, 2025 · CMS health inspection

5. Aug 19, 2025 Health · 1 finding
   • Not serious Scope/severity E Complaint

     F0880 Infection Control Deficiencies

     Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

     Corrected Aug 20, 2025 · CMS health inspection

6. Aug 3, 2025 Health · 1 finding
   • Serious Scope/severity J Complaint

     F0678 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

     Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.

     Corrected Aug 4, 2025 · CMS health inspection

7. Jun 20, 2025 Health · 7 findings
   • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

     F0561 Resident Rights Deficiencies

     Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.

     Corrected Jun 21, 2025 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

     F0602 Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

     Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.

     Corrected Mar 11, 2025 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity E Complaint

     F0609 Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

     Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

     Corrected Jun 21, 2025 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity E Complaint

     F0610 Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

     Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

     Corrected Jun 21, 2025 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

     F0628 Resident Rights Deficiencies

     Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

     Corrected Jun 21, 2025 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity E Complaint

     F0761 Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

     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 Jun 21, 2025 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity E Complaint

     F0842 Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

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

     Corrected Jun 21, 2025 · CMS health inspection

8. Jan 17, 2025 Health · 1 finding
   • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

     F0759 Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

     Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

     Corrected Jan 18, 2025 · CMS health inspection

9. Nov 6, 2024 Health · 18 findings
   • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

     F0583 Resident Rights Deficiencies

     Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

     Corrected Nov 7, 2024 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

     F0656 Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

     Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

     Corrected Nov 7, 2024 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

     F0689 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

     Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

     Corrected Nov 7, 2024 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

     F0740 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

     Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.

     Corrected Nov 7, 2024 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

     F0761 Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

     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 Nov 7, 2024 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity E Complaint

     F0812 Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

     Corrected Nov 7, 2024 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity C Complaint

     F0814 Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

     Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

     Corrected Nov 7, 2024 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

     F0880 Infection Control Deficiencies

     Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

     Corrected Nov 20, 2024 · CMS health inspection

   • Not serious Scope/severity C

     K0211 Egress Deficiencies

     Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

     Corrected Nov 4, 2024 · CMS fire safety

   • Not serious Scope/severity E

     K0324 Smoke Deficiencies

     Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

     Corrected Nov 7, 2024 · CMS fire safety

   • Not serious Scope/severity F

     K0341 Smoke Deficiencies

     Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.

     Corrected Nov 7, 2024 · CMS fire safety

   • Not serious Scope/severity D

     K0351 Smoke Deficiencies

     Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.

     Corrected Nov 7, 2024 · CMS fire safety

   • Not serious Scope/severity E

     K0353 Smoke Deficiencies

     Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

     Corrected Nov 7, 2024 · CMS fire safety

   • Not serious Scope/severity E

     K0372 Smoke Deficiencies

     Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

     Corrected Nov 7, 2024 · CMS fire safety

   • Not serious Scope/severity F

     K0511 Services Deficiencies

     Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

     Corrected Nov 7, 2024 · CMS fire safety

   • Not serious Scope/severity C

     K0521 Services Deficiencies

     Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

     Corrected Nov 4, 2024 · CMS fire safety

   • Not serious Scope/severity E

     K0741 Miscellaneous Deficiencies

     Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.

     Corrected Nov 7, 2024 · CMS fire safety

   • Not serious Scope/severity D

     K0920 Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

     Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

     Corrected Nov 7, 2024 · CMS fire safety

10. May 28, 2024 Health · 2 findings
    • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

      F0609 Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

      Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

      Corrected May 30, 2024 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

      F0656 Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

      Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

      Corrected May 30, 2024 · CMS health inspection

11. Sep 22, 2023 Health · 16 findings
    • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

      F0558 Resident Rights Deficiencies

      Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

      Corrected Sep 25, 2023 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

      F0641 Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

      Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

      Corrected Sep 29, 2023 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity E Complaint

      F0656 Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

      Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

      Corrected Sep 29, 2023 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

      F0657 Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

      Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

      Corrected Sep 29, 2023 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

      F0690 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

      Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

      Corrected Sep 29, 2023 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity E Complaint

      F0695 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

      Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

      Corrected Sep 29, 2023 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity E Complaint

      F0755 Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

      Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

      Corrected Sep 29, 2023 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

      F0759 Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

      Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

      Corrected Sep 29, 2023 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity E Complaint

      F0760 Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

      Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

      Corrected Sep 29, 2023 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

      F0761 Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

      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 Sep 29, 2023 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity E Complaint

      F0812 Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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

      Corrected Sep 25, 2023 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

      F0926 Environmental Deficiencies

      Have policies on smoking.

      Corrected Sep 27, 2023 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity C

      K0211 Egress Deficiencies

      Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

      Corrected Sep 23, 2023 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity E

      K0353 Smoke Deficiencies

      Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

      Corrected Oct 3, 2023 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity C

      K0521 Services Deficiencies

      Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

      Corrected Sep 23, 2023 · CMS fire safety

    • Not serious Scope/severity D

      K0918 Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

      Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

      Corrected Oct 12, 2023 · CMS fire safety

12. Sep 18, 2023 Health · 1 finding
    • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

      F0842 Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

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

      Corrected Sep 19, 2023 · CMS health inspection

13. Aug 25, 2023 Health · 3 findings
    • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

      F0690 Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

      Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

      Corrected Aug 28, 2023 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity C Complaint

      F0814 Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

      Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

      Corrected Sep 7, 2023 · CMS health inspection

    • Not serious Scope/severity D Complaint

      F0880 Infection Control Deficiencies

      Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

      Corrected Aug 28, 2023 · CMS health inspection

Owners and managers (as published by CMS)

• AZIZ, WESAM — operational/managerial control, NOT APPLICABLE, since 06/01/2023
• AZIZ, WESAM — adp of the snf, NOT APPLICABLE, since 01/30/2025
• BALENTINE, JAY — direct ownership interest, NOT APPLICABLE, since 01/08/2010
• BALENTINE, JAY — corporate officer, NOT APPLICABLE, since 01/08/2010
• BALENTINE, JAY — adp of the snf, NOT APPLICABLE, since 01/08/2010
• GLISCZINSKI, KIMBERLY — operational/managerial control, NOT APPLICABLE, since 05/19/2022
• GLISCZINSKI, KIMBERLY — adp of the snf, NOT APPLICABLE, since 01/30/2025
• LOZANO, RAMIRO — corporate officer, NOT APPLICABLE, since 11/30/2009
• LOZANO, RAMIRO — adp of the snf, NOT APPLICABLE, since 01/08/2010
• LOZANO, RAMIRO — direct ownership interest, NOT APPLICABLE, since 01/08/2010
• NIENABER, PAMELA — operational/managerial control, NOT APPLICABLE, since 02/10/2023