Sequoias San Francisco Convalescent Hospital
1400 Geary Blvd · San Francisco, CA · 94109 · 4159229700
50 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Part of a CCRC
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
The composite number cleared 75 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 5.12 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 1.81 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 4.35 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 34% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (15 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · F February 17, 2026
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected March 20, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F February 17, 2026
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected March 20, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F February 17, 2026
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
Corrected March 20, 2026 · Administration
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Potential for harm · F February 17, 2026
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Corrected March 20, 2026 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · F February 17, 2026
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected March 20, 2026 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · F February 17, 2026
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected March 20, 2026 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D November 22, 2024
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected December 31, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 22, 2024
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected December 31, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D May 12, 2023
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected July 10, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 12, 2023
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected July 10, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D May 12, 2023
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected July 10, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D May 12, 2023
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected July 10, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E May 12, 2023
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 July 10, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F May 12, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected July 10, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E May 12, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected July 10, 2023 · Infection Control
Family & resident reviews — a separate signal, never mixed into the score
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 056071 · certified since June 18, 1969. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.