Saratoga, CA · 37 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Saratoga's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $11,080–$16,650/mo
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Herman Health Care Center
2295 Plummer Avenue, San Jose, CA 95125 · Santa Clara County
26
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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates use caution.Photos via google places.
Availability outlook● Very limited availability
Typically 98% full (97 of 99 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.
If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A low federal rating — review the details closely
Herman Health Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in San Jose, CA, with 99 certified beds and an average of about 97 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, 4/5 on staffing.
Staff provide about 3.96 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.38 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 31.4%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 25 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $39,819 in the recent record. Note: CMS has flagged this facility with an abuse icon. We strongly recommend reviewing the full inspection report and discussing it on any tour.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (3.96 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓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
- •$39,819 in federal fines
- •CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated San Jose options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 99
- Avg. residents/day
- 97
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 555831
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 measuresNot yet rated
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $11,080–$16,650/mo (median $13,400) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local San Jose prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.96
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.38
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 31.4%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
⚠️ This community carries a serious CMS flag (abuse citation). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 25
- Federal fines
- 2 ($39,819)
- Total penalties
- 3
- Last standard survey
- 2025-08-25
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Both
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (71 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-03-09Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2025-12-29Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
2025-08-25Severity 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.
2025-08-25Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
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.
2025-08-25Severity E — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
2025-08-25Severity E — potential for harmResident 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.
2025-08-25Severity E — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Post nurse staffing information every day.
2025-08-25Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-08-25 | Fine | $23,397 |
| 2025-06-04 | Fine | $16,422 |
| 2025-06-04 | Payment denial | — |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Wellness programs
Location
2295 Plummer Avenue, San Jose, CA
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Herman Health Care Center
How much does Herman Health Care Center cost?
Herman Health Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the San Jose, CA area typically runs $11,080–$16,650 per month (median $13,400, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Herman Health Care Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Herman Health Care Center 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Herman Health Care Center?
Staff provide about 3.96 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 31.4% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Herman Health Care Center?
Herman Health Care Center has 71 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-08-25). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Herman Health Care Center have availability?
Typically 98% full (97 of 99 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 Herman Health Care Center offer?
Herman Health Care Center in San Jose, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 99 beds.
The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you
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Your next steps — this week
- 1Confirm the fitCheck the inspection record and staffing data on this page against your loved one's needs.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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