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Foundation Skilled Nursing

925 North Cornelia, Fresno, CA 93706 · Fresno County

WELCOME TO Exceptional Care Foundation Skilled Nursing is a 59-bed community dedicated to providing exceptional care in a safe and supportive environment. We specialize in skilled nursing services for seniors recovering from surgery, injury, or those requiring high-acuity care. Our facility also features a secured beh…

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Availability outlook● Very limited availability

Typically 96% full (57 of 59 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.

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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

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A low federal rating — review the details closely

Foundation Skilled Nursing is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Fresno, CA, with 59 certified beds and an average of about 57 residents per day.

Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.91 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.35 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. On the safety record, CMS notes 25 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $96,763 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓Above-average nurse staffing (3.91 hrs/resident/day)
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
•Below-average health-inspection rating
•25 deficiencies at last survey
•$96,763 in federal fines

Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Fresno options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds: 59
Avg. residents/day: 57
Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 056281

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating

Health inspections

Staffing

Quality measures

Pricing & cost

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$10,250–$15,400/mo (median $12,400)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Fresno prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 3.91; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.35; National avg ≈ 0.75

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 25
Federal fines: 2 ($96,763)
Total penalties: 4
Last standard survey: 2025-12-09
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (51 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-03-02Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintEnvironmental Deficiencies

Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.

2025-12-09Severity G — actual harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2025-12-09Severity F — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

2025-12-09Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.

2025-12-09Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

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.

2025-12-09Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

2025-12-09Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

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

2025-12-09Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Penalty history

Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.

Date	Type	Amount
2025-12-09	Fine	$51,880
2025-12-09	Payment denial	—
2025-08-12	Payment denial	—
2024-02-23	Fine	$44,883

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Physical therapy
✓ Occupational therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Housekeeping & laundry
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Library
✓ 24/7 staff

Location

925 North Cornelia, Fresno, CA

Monday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Thursday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Saturday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Sunday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Foundation Skilled Nursing

How much does Foundation Skilled Nursing cost?

Foundation Skilled Nursing does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Fresno, CA area typically runs $10,250–$15,400 per month (median $12,400, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Foundation Skilled Nursing's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Foundation Skilled Nursing 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Foundation Skilled Nursing?

Staff provide about 3.91 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Foundation Skilled Nursing?

Foundation Skilled Nursing has 51 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-12-09). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Foundation Skilled Nursing have availability?

Typically 96% full (57 of 59 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Foundation Skilled Nursing offer?

Foundation Skilled Nursing in Fresno, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 59 beds.

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