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Pittsburg Skilled Nursing Center

535 School Street, Pittsburg, CA 94565 · Contra Costa County

2.0CMS overall rating(925) 432-3831

Fair

Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.

Availability outlookModerate availability

Typically 80% full — openings are usually available.

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 below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Pittsburg

Pittsburg Skilled Nursing Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Pittsburg, CA, with 49 certified beds and an average of about 39 residents per day.

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

Staff provide about 3.96 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.36 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 32.5%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 18 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $10,793 in the recent record.

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 2-star overall CMS rating
•Below-average health-inspection rating
•18 deficiencies at last survey

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

At a glance

Certified beds: 49
Avg. residents/day: 39
Ownership: For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 055677

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	$11,600–$17,440/mo (median $14,030)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Oakland 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: 3.96; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.36; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 32.5%; National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

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

Health deficiencies (last survey): 18
Federal fines: 1 ($10,793)
Total penalties: 1
Last standard survey: 2024-08-28
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (39 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-06-03Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

2024-08-28Severity F — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.

2024-08-28Severity E — potential for harmResident 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.

2024-08-28Severity 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.

2024-08-28Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

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

2024-08-28Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed …

2024-08-28Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

2024-08-28Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy 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, compar…

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
2025-03-06	Fine	$10,793

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy

Location

535 School Street, Pittsburg, 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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Common questions about Pittsburg Skilled Nursing Center

How much does Pittsburg Skilled Nursing Center cost?

Pittsburg Skilled Nursing Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Pittsburg, CA area typically runs $11,600–$17,440 per month (median $14,030, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Pittsburg Skilled Nursing Center's Medicare rating?

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

How is the staffing at Pittsburg Skilled Nursing Center?

Staff provide about 3.96 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 32.5% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Pittsburg Skilled Nursing Center?

Pittsburg Skilled Nursing Center has 39 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-08-28). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Pittsburg Skilled Nursing Center have availability?

Typically 80% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Pittsburg Skilled Nursing Center offer?

Pittsburg Skilled Nursing Center in Pittsburg, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 49 beds.

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