Sierra Vista
Inspection Findings
F-Tag F0565
Federal health inspectors cited Sierra Vista in Highland, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0565 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-02-26.
Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Scope/Severity Level E: pattern, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.
While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.
This was one of 14 deficiencies cited during this inspection of Sierra Vista.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2026-03-25.
F-Tag F0583
Federal health inspectors cited Sierra Vista in Highland, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0583 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-02-26.
Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Scope/Severity Level E: pattern, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.
While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.
This was one of 14 deficiencies cited during this inspection of Sierra Vista.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2026-03-25.
F-Tag F0656
Federal health inspectors cited Sierra Vista in Highland, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0656 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-02-26.
Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.
While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.
This was one of 14 deficiencies cited during this inspection of Sierra Vista.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2026-03-25.
F-Tag F0684
Federal health inspectors cited Sierra Vista in Highland, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0684 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-02-26.
Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.
While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.
This was one of 14 deficiencies cited during this inspection of Sierra Vista.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2026-03-25.
F-Tag F0755
Federal health inspectors cited Sierra Vista in Highland, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0755 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-02-26.
Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Scope/Severity Level E: pattern, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.
While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.
This was one of 14 deficiencies cited during this inspection of Sierra Vista.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2026-03-25.
F-Tag F0761
Federal health inspectors cited Sierra Vista in Highland, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0761 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-02-26.
Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: 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.
Scope/Severity Level E: pattern, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.
While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.
This was one of 14 deficiencies cited during this inspection of Sierra Vista.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2026-03-25.
F-Tag F0800
Federal health inspectors cited Sierra Vista in Highland, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0800 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-02-26.
Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.
Scope/Severity Level E: pattern, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.
While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.
This was one of 14 deficiencies cited during this inspection of Sierra Vista.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2026-03-25.
F-Tag F0802
Federal health inspectors cited Sierra Vista in Highland, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0802 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-02-26.
Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.
Scope/Severity Level E: pattern, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.
While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.
This was one of 14 deficiencies cited during this inspection of Sierra Vista.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2026-03-25.
F-Tag F0803
Federal health inspectors cited Sierra Vista in Highland, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0803 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-02-26.
Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: 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.
Scope/Severity Level E: pattern, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.
While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.
This was one of 14 deficiencies cited during this inspection of Sierra Vista.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2026-03-25.
F-Tag F0812
Federal health inspectors cited Sierra Vista in Highland, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0812 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-02-26.
Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Scope/Severity Level F: widespread, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.
While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.
This was one of 14 deficiencies cited during this inspection of Sierra Vista.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2026-03-25.
F-Tag F0814
Federal health inspectors cited Sierra Vista in Highland, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0814 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-02-26.
Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Scope/Severity Level F: widespread, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.
While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.
This was one of 14 deficiencies cited during this inspection of Sierra Vista.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2026-03-25.
F-Tag F0880
Federal health inspectors cited Sierra Vista in Highland, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0880 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-02-26.
Category: Infection Control Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Scope/Severity Level E: pattern, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.
While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.
This was one of 14 deficiencies cited during this inspection of Sierra Vista.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2026-03-25.
F-Tag F0908
Federal health inspectors cited Sierra Vista in Highland, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0908 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-02-26.
Category: Environmental Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Scope/Severity Level E: pattern, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.
While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.
This was one of 14 deficiencies cited during this inspection of Sierra Vista.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2026-03-25.
F-Tag F0921
Federal health inspectors cited Sierra Vista in Highland, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0921 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-02-26.
Category: Environmental Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Scope/Severity Level E: pattern, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.
While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.
This was one of 14 deficiencies cited during this inspection of Sierra Vista.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2026-03-25.
Sierra Vista in Highland, CA inspection on recent inspection.
Found 0 violation(s). Severity: Standard violations. Status: 0 corrected, 0 pending.
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is an F-tag violation?
- F-tags are federal deficiency codes used by CMS to categorize nursing home violations. Each F-tag corresponds to a specific federal regulation (42 CFR Part 483). For example, F607 relates to abuse prevention policies, F880 relates to infection control.
- Were these violations corrected?
- Facilities must submit plans of correction and implement changes within required timeframes. CMS conducts follow-up inspections to verify corrections. Check the inspection report for specific correction dates and follow-up verification status.
- How often do nursing home inspections happen?
- CMS conducts unannounced inspections of all Medicare/Medicaid-certified nursing homes at least once per year. Additional inspections may occur based on complaints, facility-reported incidents, or follow-up to verify previous violations were corrected.
- What should families do about these violations?
- Families should: (1) Review the full inspection report for details, (2) Ask facility administration about specific corrective actions taken, (3) Check if this represents a pattern by reviewing prior inspections, (4) Compare with other facilities in Highland, CA, (5) Report new concerns to state authorities.
- Where can I see the full inspection report?
- Complete inspection reports are available on Medicare.gov's Care Compare website (www.medicare.gov/care-compare). You can also request copies directly from Sierra Vista or from the state Department of Health. Reports include deficiency codes, facility responses, and correction timelines.