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Driftwood Healthcare Center - Hayward is a 3-star rated nursing home in Hayward, CA with 88 beds. CMS sub-ratings: health inspections 3/5, staffing 4/5, quality measures 4/5.

The facility has 35 health violations on record. Federal fines total $655 across 1 enforcement action. Most recent inspection: April 23, 2024.

Data synthesized from CMS.gov and California public inspection records. Reviewed by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., NR-EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.

Inspection History Overview

Data current as of May 7, 2026 · Source: CMS Provider Data

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Detailed Inspection Reports

Notice: These are official CMS inspection narratives containing detailed regulatory findings. This information is not available in searchable format anywhere else online.

Complaint Investigation

Fines and Penalties by Year

2021 1 penalties totaling $655

$655

Fine

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Health Violations by Year

2024 2 violations

Tag 0686 G Apr 23, 2024

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

✓ Corrected: May 15, 2024
Tag 0761 D Mar 7, 2024

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, compartments for controlled drugs.

✓ Corrected: Mar 8, 2024

2022 13 violations

Tag 0638 E Sep 2, 2022

Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.

✓ Corrected: Oct 30, 2022
Tag 0641 D Sep 2, 2022

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

✓ Corrected: Oct 30, 2022
Tag 0656 D Sep 2, 2022

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

✓ Corrected: Oct 30, 2022
Tag 0677 E Sep 2, 2022

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

✓ Corrected: Oct 30, 2022
Tag 0686 D Sep 2, 2022

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

✓ Corrected: Oct 30, 2022
Tag 0690 D Sep 2, 2022

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

✓ Corrected: Oct 30, 2022
Tag 0695 D Sep 2, 2022

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

✓ Corrected: Oct 30, 2022
Tag 0759 E Sep 2, 2022

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

✓ Corrected: Oct 30, 2022
Tag 0761 E Sep 2, 2022

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, compartments for controlled drugs.

✓ Corrected: Oct 30, 2022
Tag 0812 F Sep 2, 2022

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

✓ Corrected: Oct 30, 2022
Tag 0867 C Sep 2, 2022

Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.

✓ Corrected: Oct 30, 2022
Tag 0880 F Sep 2, 2022

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

✓ Corrected: Oct 30, 2022
Tag 0883 E Sep 2, 2022

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

✓ Corrected: Oct 30, 2022

2021 3 violations

Tag 0677 D Jun 9, 2021

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

✓ Corrected: Jun 24, 2021
Tag 0686 E Feb 8, 2021

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

✓ Corrected: Feb 25, 2021
Tag 0842 D Feb 8, 2021

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

✓ Corrected: Feb 25, 2021

2019 9 violations

Tag 0755 D Nov 14, 2019

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

✓ Corrected: Dec 18, 2019
Tag 0550 D Aug 29, 2019

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

✓ Corrected: Sep 29, 2019
Tag 0640 D Aug 29, 2019

Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

✓ Corrected: Sep 29, 2019
Tag 0677 D Aug 29, 2019

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

✓ Corrected: Sep 29, 2019
Tag 0761 D Aug 29, 2019

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, compartments for controlled drugs.

✓ Corrected: Sep 29, 2019
Tag 0842 D Aug 29, 2019

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

✓ Corrected: Sep 29, 2019
Tag 0760 D Aug 15, 2019

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

✓ Corrected: Aug 26, 2019
Tag 0761 D Aug 15, 2019

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, compartments for controlled drugs.

✓ Corrected: Aug 26, 2019
Tag 0559 D Jun 14, 2019

Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.

✓ Corrected: Jul 1, 2019

2018 6 violations

Tag 0583 D Sep 13, 2018

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

✓ Corrected: Oct 13, 2018
Tag 0675 D Sep 13, 2018

Honor each resident's preferences, choices, values and beliefs.

✓ Corrected: Oct 13, 2018
Tag 0755 D Sep 13, 2018

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

✓ Corrected: Oct 13, 2018
Tag 0760 D Sep 13, 2018

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

✓ Corrected: Oct 13, 2018
Tag 0761 E Sep 13, 2018

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, compartments for controlled drugs.

✓ Corrected: Oct 13, 2018
Tag 0842 D Sep 13, 2018

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

✓ Corrected: Oct 13, 2018

2017 2 violations

Tag 0309 D Sep 14, 2017

Provide necessary care and services to maintain or improve the highest well being of each resident .

✓ Corrected: Sep 19, 2017
Tag 0323 G Jul 10, 2017

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

✓ Corrected: Aug 15, 2017

Frequently Asked Questions About Driftwood Healthcare Center - Hayward

What violations has Driftwood Healthcare Center - Hayward received?
Driftwood Healthcare Center - Hayward has 35 health and safety violation(s) documented by CMS inspections. All violation data comes from official Medicare inspection reports and is updated regularly from government sources.
What is the quality rating of Driftwood Healthcare Center - Hayward?
Driftwood Healthcare Center - Hayward has a 3-star rating out of 5 from CMS. This is an average rating, meeting basic quality standards. The rating is based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures.
When was Driftwood Healthcare Center - Hayward last inspected?
Inspection reports are documented by state survey agencies and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Reports typically lag 2-3 months behind the actual inspection date. Visit the facility's full profile page for detailed violation information and inspection history.
Is Driftwood Healthcare Center - Hayward safe?
Safety at Driftwood Healthcare Center - Hayward should be evaluated based on multiple factors: the facility's CMS rating, recent violation history, and personal visits. We recommend reviewing the complete inspection history, speaking with current residents and families, consulting healthcare professionals, and visiting in person before making placement decisions.
How do I contact Driftwood Healthcare Center - Hayward?
Phone: (510) 785-2880. Address: 19700 Hesperian Boulevard, Hayward, CA. For visiting hours and admission information, call the facility directly.
What services does Driftwood Healthcare Center - Hayward offer?
Driftwood Healthcare Center - Hayward is a skilled nursing facility with 88 beds. The facility accepts Medicare and Medicaid. For specific services like rehabilitation, memory care, or short-term recovery, contact the facility directly.
What are better facilities near Hayward, CA?
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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Provider Data Catalog.

Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.

Professional Review: All content undergoes standards and compliance oversight by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal, using professional regulatory data auditing protocols.

Last verified: April 23, 2024 | Our methodology | Editorial standards | Report an error

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