All citations for San Mateo Medical Center D/P SNF

State inspectors check nursing homes that take Medicare or Medicaid against federal rules, usually about once a year, and also look into complaints. Each rule a home did not meet is a citation.

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Last standard health inspection on record

July 3, 2025

Showing 1 to 25 of 27 citations

  1. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Have an alternate power supply for its alarm system.

    Widespread (many residents). CMS level F.

    Fire safety citation K-0344, Smoke Deficiencies. Inspection of May 10, 2021. Found during a standard inspection.

    A waiver was granted (June 28, 2021).

  2. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

    Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.

    Fire safety citation K-0321, Smoke Deficiencies. Inspection of May 10, 2021. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (June 28, 2021).

  3. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

    Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.

    Fire safety citation K-0345, Smoke Deficiencies. Inspection of May 10, 2021. Found during a standard inspection.

    A waiver was granted (June 28, 2021).

  4. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

    Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.

    Fire safety citation K-0353, Smoke Deficiencies. Inspection of May 10, 2021. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (June 28, 2021).

  5. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

    Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.

    Fire safety citation K-0363, Smoke Deficiencies. Inspection of May 10, 2021. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (June 28, 2021).

  6. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

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

    Pattern (more than a few residents). CMS level E.

    Fire safety citation K-0918, Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies. Inspection of May 10, 2021. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (June 28, 2021).

  7. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.

    Isolated (one or a few residents). CMS level D.

    Fire safety citation K-0321, Smoke Deficiencies. Inspection of November 29, 2023. Found during a complaint inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (December 19, 2023).

  8. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.

    Isolated (one or a few residents). CMS level D.

    Fire safety citation K-0363, Smoke Deficiencies. Inspection of November 29, 2023. Found during a complaint inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (December 19, 2023).

  9. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).

    Isolated (one or a few residents). CMS level D.

    Emergency preparedness citation E-0004, Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies. Inspection of May 10, 2021. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (June 28, 2021).

  10. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.

    Isolated (one or a few residents). CMS level D.

    Emergency preparedness citation E-0006, Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies. Inspection of May 10, 2021. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (June 28, 2021).

  11. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed.

    Isolated (one or a few residents). CMS level D.

    Emergency preparedness citation E-0007, Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies. Inspection of May 10, 2021. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (June 28, 2021).

  12. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Establish policies and procedures for medical documentation.

    Isolated (one or a few residents). CMS level D.

    Emergency preparedness citation E-0023, Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies. Inspection of May 10, 2021. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (June 28, 2021).

  13. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.

    Isolated (one or a few residents). CMS level D.

    Emergency preparedness citation E-0026, Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies. Inspection of May 10, 2021. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (June 28, 2021).

  14. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    List the names and contact information of those in the facility.

    Isolated (one or a few residents). CMS level D.

    Emergency preparedness citation E-0030, Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies. Inspection of May 10, 2021. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (June 28, 2021).

  15. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Provide emergency officials' contact information.

    Isolated (one or a few residents). CMS level D.

    Emergency preparedness citation E-0031, Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies. Inspection of May 10, 2021. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (June 28, 2021).

  16. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Provide family notifications of emergency plan.

    Isolated (one or a few residents). CMS level D.

    Emergency preparedness citation E-0035, Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies. Inspection of May 10, 2021. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (June 28, 2021).

  17. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Implement emergency and standby power systems.

    Isolated (one or a few residents). CMS level D.

    Emergency preparedness citation E-0041, Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies. Inspection of May 10, 2021. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (June 28, 2021).

  18. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

    Isolated (one or a few residents). CMS level D.

    Fire safety citation K-0291, Egress Deficiencies. Inspection of May 10, 2021. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (June 28, 2021).

  19. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.

    Isolated (one or a few residents). CMS level D.

    Fire safety citation K-0347, Smoke Deficiencies. Inspection of May 10, 2021. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (June 28, 2021).

  20. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.

    Isolated (one or a few residents). CMS level D.

    Fire safety citation K-0355, Smoke Deficiencies. Inspection of May 10, 2021. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (June 28, 2021).

  21. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

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

    Isolated (one or a few residents). CMS level D.

    Fire safety citation K-0372, Smoke Deficiencies. Inspection of May 10, 2021. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (June 28, 2021).

  22. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.

    Isolated (one or a few residents). CMS level D.

    Fire safety citation K-0511, Services Deficiencies. Inspection of May 10, 2021. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (June 28, 2021).

  23. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes.

    Isolated (one or a few residents). CMS level D.

    Fire safety citation K-0541, Services Deficiencies. Inspection of May 10, 2021. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (June 28, 2021).

  24. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.

    Isolated (one or a few residents). CMS level D.

    Fire safety citation K-0711, Miscellaneous Deficiencies. Inspection of May 10, 2021. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (June 28, 2021).

  25. No harm, with potential for more than minimal harm

    Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

    Isolated (one or a few residents). CMS level D.

    Fire safety citation K-0712, Miscellaneous Deficiencies. Inspection of May 10, 2021. Found during a standard inspection.

    The home gave a date the problem would be corrected (June 28, 2021).

Source: CMS Provider Information, Fire Safety Deficiencies, Health Deficiencies, Citation Code Look-up, data as of September 30, 2026. Inspection results describe the home at the time of each inspection.