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The Rehabilitation Center of Bakersfield, Bakersfield, CA: 1 star rating, fined $23,740 across 2 fines

The Rehabilitation Center of Bakersfield in Bakersfield, CA is owned by Citrus Wellness Centre, LLC, BR Oceangate LLC and 2 more, is rated 1 of 5 stars by Medicare, and was fined $23,740 across 2 fines in the three years to October 1, 2026. CMS lists 94 health citations from inspections in that time, the latest survey on January 16, 2026, and 5 of them found actual harm or immediate jeopardy.

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Address
2211 Mount Vernon Avenue, Bakersfield, CA 93306
Overall rating
1 of 5 stars
Health inspection rating
1 of 5
Staffing rating
2 of 5
Quality measure rating
3 of 5
Certified beds
160
Residents per day
138 on average
Ownership type
For profit, limited liability company
Legal business name
Bakersfield Healthcare & Wellness Centre LLC
Chain
Citrus Wellness Centre, 5 facilities
Fines
$23,740 across 2 fines, three years to October 1, 2026
Payment denials
0
Health citations
94, of which 5 with actual harm or immediate jeopardy
Latest survey
January 16, 2026
CMS Certification Number
555256
On Care Compare
Medicare Care Compare

Fines and payment denials

Every fine and payment denial CMS lists for this facility in the three years, newest first.

DateTypeFine amountDenial startsDenial daysSource
October 10, 2024Fine$14,268Not listeddata.cms.gov
November 6, 2023Fine$9,472Not listeddata.cms.gov

Recent health citations

Citations from health inspections, newest first.

Survey dateTagWhat CMS citedScope and severityStatusCorrected onSource
January 16, 2026F887Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 9, 2026data.cms.gov
January 16, 2026F883Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 9, 2026data.cms.gov
January 16, 2026F881Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 9, 2026data.cms.gov
January 16, 2026F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 9, 2026data.cms.gov
January 16, 2026F814Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 9, 2026data.cms.gov
January 16, 2026F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 9, 2026data.cms.gov
January 16, 2026F804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 9, 2026data.cms.gov
January 16, 2026F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 9, 2026data.cms.gov
January 16, 2026F693Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 9, 2026data.cms.gov
January 16, 2026F676Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 9, 2026data.cms.gov
January 16, 2026F655Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admittedD: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 9, 2026data.cms.gov
January 16, 2026F641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 9, 2026data.cms.gov
January 16, 2026F628Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 9, 2026data.cms.gov
January 16, 2026F584Honor 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.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 9, 2026data.cms.gov
January 16, 2026F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 9, 2026data.cms.gov
August 1, 2025F804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 12, 2025data.cms.gov
June 16, 2025F804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 11, 2025data.cms.gov
February 4, 2025F809Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 19, 2025data.cms.gov
January 9, 2025F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 27, 2025data.cms.gov
January 9, 2025F759Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 27, 2025data.cms.gov
January 9, 2025F726Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 27, 2025data.cms.gov
January 9, 2025F688Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 27, 2025data.cms.gov
January 9, 2025F658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 27, 2025data.cms.gov
January 9, 2025F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 27, 2025data.cms.gov
January 9, 2025F623Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 27, 2025data.cms.gov
January 9, 2025F607Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 27, 2025data.cms.gov
January 9, 2025F585Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 27, 2025data.cms.gov
January 9, 2025F584Honor 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.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 27, 2025data.cms.gov
January 9, 2025F558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 27, 2025data.cms.gov
December 23, 2024F803Ensure 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.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 27, 2025data.cms.gov
December 4, 2024F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 30, 2024data.cms.gov
December 4, 2024F602Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 30, 2024data.cms.gov
December 4, 2024F557Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 30, 2024data.cms.gov
November 19, 2024F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.G: isolated, actual harmCorrectedDecember 26, 2024data.cms.gov
November 19, 2024F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 26, 2024data.cms.gov
November 19, 2024F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 26, 2024data.cms.gov
November 12, 2024F842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 31, 2024data.cms.gov
November 12, 2024F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 31, 2024data.cms.gov
October 21, 2024F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 31, 2024data.cms.gov
October 21, 2024F607Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 31, 2024data.cms.gov
October 10, 2024F690Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 12, 2024data.cms.gov
October 10, 2024F658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 12, 2024data.cms.gov
October 10, 2024F552Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 12, 2024data.cms.gov
September 19, 2024F726Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 20, 2024data.cms.gov
August 30, 2024F837Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 2, 2024data.cms.gov
August 30, 2024F761Ensure 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.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 2, 2024data.cms.gov
August 30, 2024F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 2, 2024data.cms.gov
August 30, 2024F607Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 2, 2024data.cms.gov
August 6, 2024F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 23, 2024data.cms.gov
August 6, 2024F635Provide doctor's orders for the resident's immediate care at the time the resident was admitted.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 23, 2024data.cms.gov
July 26, 2024F919Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 23, 2024data.cms.gov
July 26, 2024F807Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides drinks consistent with resident needs and preferences and sufficient to maintain resident hydration.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 23, 2024data.cms.gov
July 26, 2024F583Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 23, 2024data.cms.gov
July 25, 2024F692Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.G: isolated, actual harmCorrectedAugust 9, 2024data.cms.gov
July 25, 2024F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.G: isolated, actual harmCorrectedAugust 9, 2024data.cms.gov
July 25, 2024F658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 9, 2024data.cms.gov
July 9, 2024F710Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 10, 2024data.cms.gov
July 9, 2024F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 10, 2024data.cms.gov
July 1, 2024F580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 9, 2024data.cms.gov
May 30, 2024F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.G: isolated, actual harmCorrectedJuly 1, 2024data.cms.gov
May 30, 2024F926Have policies on smoking.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 1, 2024data.cms.gov
April 26, 2024F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 30, 2024data.cms.gov
April 23, 2024F679Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 26, 2024data.cms.gov
April 22, 2024F697Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.G: isolated, actual harmCorrectedApril 23, 2024data.cms.gov
April 19, 2024F726Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 25, 2024data.cms.gov
April 19, 2024F558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 25, 2024data.cms.gov
April 18, 2024F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 22, 2024data.cms.gov
April 18, 2024F602Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 22, 2024data.cms.gov
April 18, 2024F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 22, 2024data.cms.gov
April 8, 2024F801Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 17, 2024data.cms.gov
April 8, 2024F676Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 17, 2024data.cms.gov
April 5, 2024F761Ensure 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.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 9, 2024data.cms.gov
April 4, 2024F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 9, 2024data.cms.gov
April 4, 2024F638Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 9, 2024data.cms.gov
March 27, 2024F658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 10, 2024data.cms.gov
March 27, 2024F607Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 10, 2024data.cms.gov
March 11, 2024F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 10, 2024data.cms.gov
February 21, 2024F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 23, 2024data.cms.gov
January 29, 2024F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 9, 2024data.cms.gov
January 4, 2024F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 17, 2024data.cms.gov
December 20, 2023F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 17, 2024data.cms.gov
November 16, 2023F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 21, 2023data.cms.gov
November 16, 2023F808Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 21, 2023data.cms.gov
November 16, 2023F806Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 21, 2023data.cms.gov
November 16, 2023F759Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 21, 2023data.cms.gov
November 16, 2023F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 21, 2023data.cms.gov
November 16, 2023F679Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 21, 2023data.cms.gov
November 16, 2023F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 21, 2023data.cms.gov
November 16, 2023F658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 21, 2023data.cms.gov
November 16, 2023F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 21, 2023data.cms.gov
November 16, 2023F576Ensure residents have reasonable access to and privacy in their use of communication methods.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 21, 2023data.cms.gov
November 16, 2023F558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 21, 2023data.cms.gov
November 6, 2023F578Honor 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.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 15, 2023data.cms.gov
October 20, 2023F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 25, 2023data.cms.gov

Owners and managers

Organizations CMS lists as owners or managers of this facility, as CMS names them. CMS also lists 7 individual or personal trusts (2 owners, 3 managers, 2 other disclosable parties). Their names are not shown on this page.

OrganizationRoleShareSinceSource
Citrus Wellness Centre, LLCDirect owner72%October 1, 2009data.cms.gov
BR Oceangate LLCDirect ownerNot listedOctober 1, 2009data.cms.gov
Katz Kindred Healthcare PartnershipDirect ownerNot listedOctober 1, 2009data.cms.gov
Kindred Realty PartnershipDirect ownerNot listedOctober 1, 2009data.cms.gov
Rockport Administrative Services, LLCOperational or managerial controlNot listedSeptember 1, 2010data.cms.gov
Eretz Bakersfield Properties LLCAdditional disclosable partyNot listedOctober 1, 2009data.cms.gov
Rockport Administrative Services, LLCAdditional disclosable partyNot listedJuly 17, 2025data.cms.gov

Also on SpecStream

Updated November 7, 2026. Read from CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing homes. Open data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (US government work). Fines and citations are as CMS lists them on the date this page was read and can change after an appeal. The CMS files are joined on the CMS Certification Number. CMS gives owners no ID, so an owner page groups facilities by the owner name as CMS spells it. Names of individual owners and managers are not shown. This page uses CMS data and is not endorsed or certified by CMS. Free to reuse with credit to SpecStream under CC BY 4.0. Spot a wrong value? Write to [email protected] with the link to this page.