Nursing homeActive
Kyakameena Care Center
2131 Carleton Street, Berkeley, CA 94704510843213160 certified beds · 56 residentsFor profit - CorporationMedicare and Medicaid
Surveys on file
8
since 2021
Deficiencies
40
● 5● 34● 1
Penalties · 3 yrs
$31,439
7 fines
Last survey
2026-05-20
Complaint
CMS overall
3 / 5
stars as published by CMS
CMS overall 3/5
Health 3
Staffing 4
Quality 4
Star ratings as published by CMS · CMS’s caveats
Survey history
Source: CMS · California Department of Public Health · data as of 2026-08-01| Date | Kind | Deficiencies | Official record | Archived PDF |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-20 | Complaint | 020 | CMS-2567 (Care Compare) | — |
| 2025-12-17 | Complaint | 010 | CMS-2567 (Care Compare) | — |
| 2025-11-21 | Standard | 3120 | CMS-2567 (Care Compare) | — |
| 2024-06-20 | Standard | 240 | CMS-2567 (Care Compare) | — |
| 2023-11-01 | Complaint | 010 | CMS-2567 (Care Compare) | — |
| 2023-09-22 | Complaint | 011 | CMS-2567 (Care Compare) | — |
| 2023-09-21 | Complaint | 010 | CMS-2567 (Care Compare) | — |
| 2021-06-10 | Standard | 0120 | CMS-2567 (Care Compare) | — |
Counts by class: paperwork · standard · harm.
Deficiencies
CMS · California Department of Public Health publishes each citation’s tag, official description and scope/severity letter. The surveyor’s written findings are in the Statement of Deficiencies (CMS-2567) for each survey, linked above.
F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Scope/severity DStandard
Care planningRecords
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2026-06-30Record 055715-20260520-F656
F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Scope/severity DStandard
Care planningFalls
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2026-06-30Record 055715-20260520-F689
F559Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.Scope/severity DStandard
Dignity & rights
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2026-02-01Record 055715-20251217-F559
F602Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.Scope/severity DStandard
Abuse & neglect
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2026-01-15Record 055715-20251121-F602
F638Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.Scope/severity EStandard
Care planningRecords
Pattern; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2026-01-15Record 055715-20251121-F638
F640Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.Scope/severity EStandard
Care planningRecords
Pattern; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2026-01-15Record 055715-20251121-F640
F641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.Scope/severity EStandard
Care planningRecords
Pattern; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2026-01-15Record 055715-20251121-F641
F645PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual DisabilitiesScope/severity DStandard
Care planningRecords
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2026-01-15Record 055715-20251121-F645
F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.Scope/severity EStandard
Care planningRecords
Pattern; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2026-01-15Record 055715-20251121-F657
F676Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.Scope/severity DStandard
Care planning
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2026-01-15Record 055715-20251121-F676
F685Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.Scope/severity DStandard
Care planning
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2026-01-15Record 055715-20251121-F685
F687Provide appropriate foot care.Scope/severity EStandard
Care planning
Pattern; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2026-01-15Record 055715-20251121-F687
F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Scope/severity EStandard
Care planningFalls
Pattern; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2026-01-15Record 055715-20251121-F689
F730Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.Scope/severity EStandard
Staffing
Pattern; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2026-01-15Record 055715-20251121-F730
F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Scope/severity EStandard
Infection control
Pattern; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2026-01-15Record 055715-20251121-F880
F698Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.Scope/severity BPaperwork
Care planning
Pattern; potential for minimal harm.Corrected 2026-01-15Record 055715-20251121-F698
F911Ensure resident rooms hold no more than 4 residents; for new construction after November 28, 2016, rooms hold no more than 2 residents.Scope/severity BPaperwork
Environment
Pattern; potential for minimal harm.Corrected 2026-01-15Record 055715-20251121-F911
F912Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.Scope/severity BPaperwork
Environment
Pattern; potential for minimal harm.Corrected 2026-01-15Record 055715-20251121-F912
F756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.Scope/severity DStandard
Medication
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2024-07-18Record 055715-20240620-F756
F759Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.Scope/severity DStandard
Medication
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2024-07-18Record 055715-20240620-F759
F842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.Scope/severity DStandard
Care planningRecords
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2024-07-18Record 055715-20240620-F842
F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Scope/severity DStandard
Infection control
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2024-07-18Record 055715-20240620-F880
F911Ensure resident rooms hold no more than 4 residents; for new construction after November 28, 2016, rooms hold no more than 2 residents.Scope/severity BPaperwork
Environment
Pattern; potential for minimal harm.Corrected 2024-07-18Record 055715-20240620-F911
F912Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.Scope/severity BPaperwork
Environment
Pattern; potential for minimal harm.Corrected 2024-07-18Record 055715-20240620-F912
F760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.Scope/severity DStandard
Medication
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2023-11-15Record 055715-20231101-F760
F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Scope/severity GHarm
Care planningFalls
Isolated; actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy.Corrected 2023-11-01Record 055715-20230922-F689
F726Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.Scope/severity DStandard
Staffing
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2023-11-01Record 055715-20230922-F726
F607Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.Scope/severity DStandard
Abuse & neglect
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2023-11-01Record 055715-20230921-F607
F558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.Scope/severity DStandard
Dignity & rights
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2021-08-13Record 055715-20210610-F558
F584Honor 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.Scope/severity DStandard
Dignity & rights
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2021-08-13Record 055715-20210610-F584
F585Honor 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.Scope/severity DStandard
Dignity & rights
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2021-08-13Record 055715-20210610-F585
F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Scope/severity EStandard
Care planning
Pattern; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2021-08-13Record 055715-20210610-F686
F688Provide 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.Scope/severity DStandard
Care planning
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2021-08-13Record 055715-20210610-F688
F761Ensure 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 EStandard
Medication
Pattern; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2021-08-13Record 055715-20210610-F761
F801Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.Scope/severity EStandard
Food & nutrition
Pattern; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2021-08-13Record 055715-20210610-F801
F802Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.Scope/severity EStandard
Food & nutrition
Pattern; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2021-08-13Record 055715-20210610-F802
F808Ensure 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.Scope/severity FStandard
Food & nutrition
Widespread; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2021-08-13Record 055715-20210610-F808
F813Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.Scope/severity FStandard
Food & nutrition
Widespread; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2021-08-13Record 055715-20210610-F813
F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Scope/severity EStandard
Infection control
Pattern; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2021-08-13Record 055715-20210610-F880
F912Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.Scope/severity DStandard
Environment
Isolated; no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm.Corrected 2021-08-13Record 055715-20210610-F912
Penalties & enforcement
| Date | Action | Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023-10-17 | Civil money penalty | $4,587 | CMS · Penalties |
| 2023-10-10 | Civil money penalty | $4,587 | CMS · Penalties |
| 2023-10-02 | Civil money penalty | $4,235 | CMS · Penalties |
| 2023-09-25 | Civil money penalty | $3,882 | CMS · Penalties |
| 2023-09-21 | Civil money penalty | $7,443 | CMS · Penalties |
| 2023-09-18 | Civil money penalty | $3,529 | CMS · Penalties |
| 2023-09-11 | Civil money penalty | $3,176 | CMS · Penalties |
| 2023-08-21 | Civil money penalty | $7,409 | CMS · Penalties |
Staffing
CMS Payroll-Based Journal · PBJ, as published Aug 2026 · explainerRN hours per resident day0.55
Facility
California
National
California 0.67 · National 0.69
Total nurse hours per resident day3.93
Facility
California
National
California 4.52 · National 3.86
Weekend total nurse hours3.61
Facility
California
National
California 4.09 · National 3.42
Total nursing staff turnover57%
Facility
California
National
California 37% · National 46%
Registered nurse turnover54%
Facility
California
National
California 38% · National 43%
Quality measures
CMS MDS quality measures · 2025Q2-2026Q1 · definitions| Measure | Facility | California | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers lower is better | 5.8% | 4.3% | 4.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury lower is better | 0.0% | 1.6% | 3.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication lower is better | 11.1% | 12.0% | 15.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection lower is better | 0.6% | 1.2% | 1.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained lower is better | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased lower is better | 4.3% | 10.2% | 13.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight lower is better | 2.0% | 4.0% | 5.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication lower is better | 3.8% | 13.7% | 19.5% |
Figures verbatim from CMS, with the state and national figures from the same release. The direction that counts as better is CMS’s own and is stated on every row.
Ownership
As reported to CMS (Provider Enrollment)| Entity | Role | Interest | Since | Registry |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Poddatoori, Pratap Individual | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | 100% | — | — |
| Andres, Norma Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Cable, Elaine Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Dhugga, Gurpreet Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Guerrero, Sylvia Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Hycare Inc Organization | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Jayankura, Thida Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Mcgrady, Melinda Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Mcgregor, Terrance Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Padania, Hilda Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Poddatoori, Pratap Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Smith, Rosalin Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Smith, Seyna Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Tacotaco, Francis Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Valencia, Ariana Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Witten, Terry Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Wong, Judy Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Andres, Norma Individual | ADP OF THE SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Cable, Elaine Individual | ADP OF THE SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Dhugga, Gurpreet Individual | ADP OF THE SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Guerrero, Sylvia Individual | ADP OF THE SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Hycare Inc Organization | ADP OF THE SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Jayankura, Thida Individual | ADP OF THE SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Mcgrady, Melinda Individual | ADP OF THE SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Mcgregor, Terrance Individual | ADP OF THE SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Padania, Hilda Individual | ADP OF THE SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Poddatoori, Pratap Individual | ADP OF THE SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Poddatoori, Pratap Individual | CORPORATE OFFICER | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Smith, Rosalin Individual | ADP OF THE SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Smith, Seyna Individual | ADP OF THE SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Tacotaco, Francis Individual | ADP OF THE SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Valencia, Ariana Individual | ADP OF THE SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Witten, Terry Individual | ADP OF THE SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
| Wong, Judy Individual | ADP OF THE SNF | NOT APPLICABLE | — | — |
Part of a chain
Pratap Poddatoori — 6 facilities
Ownership as reported to CMS/state. CMS ownership data has known gaps; merges between entities are published only after human review.
Cost context
County figures from public surveys. Not this facility’s price. Nursing-home rates are not published by CMS or California.
No county cost figures on file for Alameda.
Nearby nursing homes
| Facility | Distance | Last survey | Deficiencies · 3 yrs |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elmwood Care Center Berkeley | 0.3 mi | 2026-06-25 | 1181 |
| Ashby Care Center Berkeley | 0.4 mi | 2026-06-09 | 2312 |
| Berkeley Pines Skilled Nursing Center Berkeley | 0.7 mi | 2024-03-14 | 0140 |
| Chaparral House Berkeley | 1.2 mi | 2026-06-30 | 0140 |
| The Rehabilitation Center Of Oakland Oakland | 2.4 mi | 2026-06-12 | 0182 |
Watch this facility
One email when a new survey, harm-class deficiency, penalty, Special Focus change or ownership change is recorded. Nothing else, ever.
Sources & provenance
| Section | Agency · dataset | Retrieved |
|---|---|---|
| Facility, ratings | CMS Provider Data · Nursing Home Provider Information | 2026-08-01 |
| Surveys | CMS · Survey Summary | 2026-08-01 |
| Deficiencies | CMS · Health Deficiencies (CMS-2567 findings via Care Compare) | 2026-08-01 |
| Penalties | CMS · Penalties | 2026-08-01 |
| Staffing | CMS · Payroll-Based Journal (PBJ, as published Aug 2026) | 2026-08-01 |
| Quality measures | CMS · MDS Quality Measures | 2026-08-01 |
| Ownership | CMS · Ownership | 2026-08-01 |