Bear Valley Community Hospital D/P SNF
Nursing Home · Big Bear Lake, CA
CMS certification number555468
Contact & location
41870 Garstin RDBig Bear Lake, CA 92315
San Bernardino County
- Phone
- (909) 866-6501
- ZIP code
- 92315 – all care providers
Facility details
- Certified beds
- 21
- Residents per day
- 20.1 (96% occupied)
- Ownership
- Government - Hospital district
- Legal name
- Bear Valley Community Health Care District
- Medicare certified since
- June 26, 1991
- Participates in
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Council
- Both council
CMS star ratings
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.
- Total nurse staffing
- 6.62 (state 4.52 · U.S. 3.86)
- Registered nurses (RN)
- 0.74 (state 0.67 · U.S. 0.69)
- Licensed practical nurses
- 1.52 (state 1.20 · U.S. 0.86)
- Nurse aides
- 4.36 (state 2.65 · U.S. 2.32)
- Weekend total
- 5.42 (state 4.09 · U.S. 3.42)
- Nursing staff turnover
- 63.0 (state 36.7 · U.S. 45.8)%
- RN turnover
- 75.0 (state 38.1 · U.S. 42.9)%
Inspections
- Last standard inspection
- June 4, 2026
- Health deficiencies (last cycle)
- 4.0 (state 15.7 · U.S. 9.3)
- From complaints
- 0
- Citations on record (3 years)
- 26 health · 15 fire safety
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-04 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-07-04 |
| 2026-06-04 | Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. F0577 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-07-04 |
| 2026-06-04 | Post nurse staffing information every day. F0732 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-07-04 |
| 2026-06-04 | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. F0814 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-07-04 |
| 2025-07-07 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. F0550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-07-16 |
| 2025-05-08 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. F0804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
F No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-06-08 |
| 2025-05-08 | Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance. F0810 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-06-08 |
| 2025-05-08 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. F0550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-06-08 |
| 2025-05-08 | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. F0552 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-06-08 |
| 2025-05-08 | Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. F0636 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-06-08 |
| 2025-05-08 | Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months. F0638 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-06-08 |
| 2025-05-08 | Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. F0640 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-06-08 |
| 2025-05-08 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. F0656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-06-08 |
| 2025-05-08 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. F0695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-06-08 |
| 2025-05-08 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. F0755 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-06-08 |
| 2025-05-08 | 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. F0761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-06-08 |
| 2025-05-08 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-06-08 |
| 2024-03-19 | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. F0693 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-04-17 |
| 2024-03-19 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. F0695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-04-17 |
| 2024-03-19 | 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. F0758 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-04-17 |
| 2024-03-19 | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. F0759 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-04-17 |
| 2024-03-19 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-04-17 |
| 2024-03-19 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-04-17 |
| 2024-03-19 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. F0883 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-04-17 |
| 2024-03-19 | Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status. F0887 · Infection Control Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-04-17 |
| 2024-03-19 | Post nurse staffing information every day. F0732 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies |
C No actual harm, potential for minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-04-17 |
Severity letters A–L combine how widespread a problem was (isolated, pattern, widespread) with how serious (from potential for minimal harm to immediate jeopardy). How to read inspection results
Fines & penalties
No federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.
Ownership & management
| Name | Role | Since |
|---|---|---|
| Baker, Steven (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Boss, Peter (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Briner, John (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Clarke, Ellen (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Kaliher, Mark (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Hamblin, Garth (individual) | Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Norman, Mary (individual) | Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Rayner, Evan (individual) | Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Bear Valley Community Health Care District (organization) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Hamblin, Garth (individual) | W-2 Managing Employee · NOT APPLICABLE |
Frequently asked questions
What is the rating of Bear Valley Community Hospital D/P SNF?
Bear Valley Community Hospital D/P SNF has a 4-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on a scale of 1 to 5, compared with a 3.2-star average in California.
How many beds does Bear Valley Community Hospital D/P SNF have?
It has 21 certified beds and cares for about 20 residents per day.
Has Bear Valley Community Hospital D/P SNF been fined?
CMS lists no federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.
What is the phone number of Bear Valley Community Hospital D/P SNF?
(909) 866-6501. The facility is located at 41870 Garstin RD, Big Bear Lake, CA 92315.
Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.