Strong Medicare quality ratings; public reviewers often praise effective short-term rehabilitation therapy. Still worth an in-person visit.
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Berkeley Nursing & Rehab Center has a strong overall Medicare rating. Public reviewers frequently mention: effective short-term rehabilitation therapy and generally compassionate and attentive nursing staff. Review the component ratings and current source records before deciding.
Berkeley Nursing & Rehab Center receives polarized feedback, with some families praising the compassionate, family-like atmosphere and quality of therapy, while others report severe neglect and communication failures. Recurring criticisms highlight dangerous understaffing, unprofessional administrative responses, and incidents of residents suffering avoidable injuries. Prospective families should weigh the positive experiences of rehab patients against the serious concerns regarding long-term care oversight and safety.
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Key Review Excerpts
“The therapy department was great and I was able to meet my goals to return back home . The staff and nurses treated me with courtesy and respect . They went above and beyond with my care, I felt loved and happy .”
“There have been numerous times where only two CNA's were staffed to the floor for 50-64 patients.”
“The nurses, CNA’s and administrators are all amazing. They have made recommendations for better care and let me know in a timely manner of any issues.”
Both RN and total nursing hours are below the EveryPlace reference benchmarks. Ask the facility how it staffs each shift for current resident needs.
Reference benchmarks (0.75 RN and 4.1 total nursing hours per resident/day) are comparison targets, not current federal minimum requirements.
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures
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Residents with depression symptoms
Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.
Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Residents on antipsychotic medication
Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Residents whose walking got worse
Residents vaccinated for the flu
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics
US average from Medicare published data
Detailed Medicare record · up to 3-year lookback
Berkeley Nursing & Rehab Center has accumulated 101 deficiencies with 14 triggered by family complaints, indicating ongoing concerns about care quality, nursing staffing, and emergency preparedness. The facility shows repeated issues with treatment according to care plans, pressure ulcer prevention, and nursing staff adequacy that persist across multiple surveys. While all deficiencies are marked as corrected, the pattern of recurring problems in core care areas suggests families should carefully evaluate current conditions during visits.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Establish staff and initial training requirements.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk.
Egress Deficiencies
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Egress Deficiencies
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
Egress Deficiencies
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Egress Deficiencies
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Services Deficiencies
Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide 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.
Smoke Deficiencies
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Post a list of names, addresses, and telephone numbers of all pertinent State agencies and advocacy groups and a statement that the resident may file a complaint with the State Survey Agency.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Establish policies and procedures for medical documentation.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Establish policies and procedures for volunteers.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Provide primary/alternate means for communication.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Provide family notifications of emergency plan.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Establish staff and initial training requirements.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Smoke Deficiencies
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Services Deficiencies
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Have proper power supply for life support equipment.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Smoke Deficiencies
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Smoke Deficiencies
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
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.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Federal Penalties
Fine
Apr 4, 2025
$83,274
Payment Denial
Apr 4, 2025
16-day denial
Fine
Jun 28, 2024
$33,840
Fine
Feb 20, 2024
$4,938
Fine
Feb 12, 2024
$4,938
Fine
Jan 22, 2024
$14,814
Fine
Jan 8, 2024
$4,938
Fine
Jan 2, 2024
$4,587
Fine
Dec 11, 2023
$13,762
Fine
Nov 20, 2023
$4,587
Fine
Nov 13, 2023
$4,587
Fine
Nov 6, 2023
$4,587
Fine
Oct 30, 2023
$4,587
Fine
Oct 23, 2023
$4,587
Fine
Oct 17, 2023
$4,587
Fine
Oct 10, 2023
$4,587
Fine
Oct 2, 2023
$4,587
Fine
Sep 25, 2023
$4,587
Fine
Sep 18, 2023
$4,587
Fine
Sep 11, 2023
$4,587
Fine
Sep 5, 2023
$4,587
Fine
Aug 28, 2023
$4,587
Fine
Aug 21, 2023
$4,587
Fine
Aug 14, 2023
$4,587
Fine
Aug 7, 2023
$4,587
Fine
Jul 17, 2023
$13,762
Berkeley Nursing & Rehab Center
for profit
Owners
Blisko, Joseph
Owner
Blisko, Nancy
Owner
Key personnel
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