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Medicare-certifiedSkilled Nursing

Skyline Healthcare Center - San Jose

San Jose, CaliforniaMedicare inspection record
(408) 280-2500

About Skyline Healthcare Center - San Jose

SKYLINE HEALTHCARE CENTER - SAN JOSE is a for profit - partnership nursing home in SAN JOSE, CA with 253 certified beds.

Community at a glance

Capacity

253 residents

Location

San Jose, CA

Status

Listed in a public registry

Care & services offered

Skilled Nursing

Contact & location

2065 FOREST AVENUE, San Jose, California 95128

(408) 280-2500

Medicare inspection record

From CMS Care Compare, the federal record every Medicare-certified nursing home is held to. Data as of September 1, 2026. Check it on Medicare.gov

At its most recent standard inspection, on June 27, 2025, state inspectors cited 19 health deficiencies (the California average is 15.5).

Nurses and nurse aides spend 4 hours 4 minutes with each resident a day, below the California average of 4 hours 31 minutes.

Medicare fined Skyline Healthcare Center - San Jose once in the last three years, $105,089 in total.

Staffing

MeasureThis home
Nurse and aide time per resident, per day4 hours 4 minutesBelow the California average
Registered nurse time per resident, per day24 minutesBelow the California average
Nursing staff who left in the past year39%Above the California average

Inspections

61 health citations in the last three years. Each one is a federal standard inspectors found the home was not meeting.

March 26, 2026 · Complaint investigation · 1 citation

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

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationFrom a complaintCorrected Apr 9, 2026

June 27, 2025 · Standard inspection · 18 citations

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

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, widespread (level F)Nutrition and DietaryCorrected Jul 24, 2025
  • Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, widespread (level F)Nutrition and DietaryCorrected Jul 24, 2025
  • Include as part of its infection prevention and control program, mandatory training that includes written standards, policies, and procedures for the program.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a pattern (level E)Infection ControlCorrected Jul 24, 2025
  • Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a pattern (level E)Resident RightsCorrected Jul 24, 2025
  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a pattern (level E)Infection ControlCorrected Jul 24, 2025
  • 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.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a pattern (level E)Pharmacy ServiceCorrected Jul 24, 2025
  • Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a pattern (level E)EnvironmentalCorrected Jul 24, 2025
  • Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a pattern (level E)Resident Assessment and Care PlanningCorrected Jul 24, 2025
  • Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a pattern (level E)Resident RightsCorrected Jul 24, 2025
  • Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a pattern (level E)Pharmacy ServiceCorrected Jul 24, 2025
  • Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Resident Assessment and Care PlanningCorrected Jul 24, 2025
  • 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 consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Quality of Life and CareCorrected Jul 24, 2025
  • Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Resident RightsCorrected Jul 24, 2025
  • Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Resident Assessment and Care PlanningCorrected Jul 24, 2025
  • Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Nutrition and DietaryCorrected Jul 24, 2025
  • Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Resident Assessment and Care PlanningCorrected Jul 24, 2025
  • Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Resident Assessment and Care PlanningCorrected Jul 24, 2025
  • Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Resident RightsCorrected Jul 24, 2025
January 17, 2025 · Complaint investigation · 1 citation+
  • Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Resident Assessment and Care PlanningFrom a complaintCorrected Feb 6, 2025
December 11, 2024 · Complaint investigation · 1 citation+
  • 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.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Pharmacy ServiceFrom a complaintCorrected Dec 25, 2024
July 26, 2024 · Complaint investigation · 1 citation+
  • Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Quality of Life and CareFrom a complaintCorrected Aug 16, 2024
June 25, 2024 · Complaint investigation · 1 citation+
  • Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)EnvironmentalFrom a complaintCorrected Jul 18, 2024
June 6, 2024 · Complaint investigation · 2 citations+
  • Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a pattern (level E)EnvironmentalFrom a complaintCorrected Jul 5, 2024
  • Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a pattern (level E)Nutrition and DietaryFrom a complaintCorrected Jul 5, 2024
April 8, 2024 · Complaint investigation · 1 citation+
  • Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a pattern (level E)Quality of Life and CareFrom a complaintCorrected May 7, 2024
January 31, 2024 · Standard inspection · 24 citations+
  • Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

    Immediate danger to residents, widespread (level L)Nutrition and DietaryCorrected Jan 31, 2024
  • Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

    Immediate danger to residents, a pattern (level K)EnvironmentalAlready fixed by Feb 29, 2024
  • Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, widespread (level F)Nutrition and DietaryCorrected Feb 29, 2024
  • 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 consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, widespread (level F)Quality of Life and CareCorrected Feb 29, 2024
  • 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.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, widespread (level F)Nutrition and DietaryCorrected Feb 29, 2024
  • Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, widespread (level F)Nutrition and DietaryCorrected Feb 29, 2024
  • Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a pattern (level E)EnvironmentalCorrected Feb 29, 2024
  • Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a pattern (level E)Infection ControlCorrected Feb 29, 2024
  • Keep all essential equipment working safely.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a pattern (level E)EnvironmentalCorrected Feb 29, 2024
  • 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.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a pattern (level E)Resident RightsCorrected Feb 29, 2024
  • Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a pattern (level E)EnvironmentalWaived by the state
  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a pattern (level E)Quality of Life and CareCorrected Feb 29, 2024
  • Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Quality of Life and CareCorrected Feb 29, 2024
  • Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Resident RightsCorrected Feb 29, 2024
  • Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Resident Assessment and Care PlanningCorrected Feb 29, 2024
  • Provide appropriate foot care.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Quality of Life and CareCorrected Feb 29, 2024
  • Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Resident Assessment and Care PlanningCorrected Feb 29, 2024
  • Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Pharmacy ServiceCorrected Feb 29, 2024
  • Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Resident Assessment and Care PlanningCorrected Feb 29, 2024
  • PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Resident Assessment and Care PlanningCorrected Feb 29, 2024
  • Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Resident RightsCorrected Feb 29, 2024
  • Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Pharmacy ServiceCorrected Feb 29, 2024
  • Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Quality of Life and CareCorrected Feb 29, 2024
  • Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Resident RightsCorrected Feb 29, 2024
January 31, 2024 · Complaint investigation · 2 citations+
  • Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a pattern (level E)Resident RightsFrom a complaintCorrected Feb 29, 2024
  • Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Nursing and Physician ServicesFrom a complaintCorrected Feb 29, 2024
January 19, 2024 · Complaint investigation · 1 citation+
  • Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationFrom a complaintCorrected Feb 19, 2024
January 12, 2024 · Complaint investigation · 1 citation+
  • Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Resident RightsFrom a complaintCorrected Feb 12, 2024
January 9, 2024 · Complaint investigation · 1 citation+
  • Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Quality of Life and CareFrom a complaintCorrected Feb 9, 2024
January 3, 2024 · Complaint investigation · 2 citations+
  • Provide timely, approved x-ray services, or have an agreement with an approved provider to obtain them.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)AdministrationFrom a complaintCorrected Jan 13, 2024
  • Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Resident RightsFrom a complaintCorrected Jan 13, 2024
December 23, 2023 · Complaint investigation · 1 citation+
  • Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a few residents (level D)Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationFrom a complaintCorrected Jan 2, 2024
December 11, 2023 · Complaint investigation · 2 citations+
  • Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a pattern (level E)Quality of Life and CareFrom a complaintCorrected Jan 9, 2024
  • Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

    Risk of harm, no one hurt, a pattern (level E)EnvironmentalFrom a complaintCorrected Jan 9, 2024

Showing the 60 most recent. The full list is on Medicare.gov.

Fines and payment denials

1 fine totaling $105,089 in the last three years.

  • December 11, 2023Fine: $105,089

About the home, per Medicare

Ownership
For profit - Partnership
Legal business name
Skyline San Jose Operating Company Lp
Medicare-certified beds
253
Average residents per day
242
Accepts
Medicare and Medicaid
First certified
March 31, 1974
Part of a chain
Mariner Health Care, 17 homes
Inside a hospital
No
Continuing care retirement community
No
Resident or family council
Resident
Sprinklers in all required areas
Yes
CMS Certification Number
055318

Location

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2065 FOREST AVENUESan Jose, CA 95128

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Questions about Skyline Healthcare Center - San Jose

How did Skyline Healthcare Center - San Jose do on its last inspection?+

State inspectors visited on June 27, 2025 and cited 19 health deficiencies, 1 of them from complaint investigations. The California average is 15.5.

How much nursing care does each resident get at Skyline Healthcare Center - San Jose?+

Nurses and aides spend 4 hours 4 minutes with each resident per day, including 24 minutes from registered nurses. 39% of nursing staff left over the past year.

Has Skyline Healthcare Center - San Jose been fined by Medicare?+

Yes. Medicare fined Skyline Healthcare Center - San Jose once in the last three years, totaling $105,089.

Does Medicare cover skilled nursing?+

Medicare covers up to 100 days of skilled nursing per benefit period after a qualifying 3-day hospital stay — fully for the first 20 days, then with a daily copay. Long-term custodial stays are generally not covered.

How much does a nursing home cost?+

A semi-private room averages about $7,900 per month nationally; private rooms cost more. Medicaid is the largest payer for long-term nursing home care.

What is the CMS star rating?+

Medicare rates nursing homes 1 to 5 stars on its Care Compare site. We don't repeat those stars here. Each nursing home page shows Medicare's underlying record instead: inspections, staffing and fines, with a link to check it on Medicare.gov.

Senior living in San Jose Skilled Nursing in California Skilled Nursing guide Information last updated October 2026