Map showing the location of GILROY HEALTHCARE CENTER in GILROY, California
8170 MURRAY AVENUE, GILROY, CA, 95020

Overall Score

CMS Five-Star Quality Rating
2/5Below averageCMS Five-Star overall rating
  1. Much below average
  2. Below average
  3. Average
  4. Above average
  5. Much above average

Where it ranks

  • CaliforniaAbove only 16% of peers1,154 rated homes · average 3.2★
  • Santa Clara CountyAbove only 4% of peers50 rated homes · average 3.5★
  • United StatesAbove only 20% of peers14,574 rated homes · average 3.0★

How the rating is built

  • Health inspectionsStarting point1★−1.8 vs CA avg
  • StaffingCan add or remove a star4★+0.9 vs CA avg
  • Quality measuresCan add or remove a star5★+0.9 vs CA avg

CMS starts from the health inspection stars, then adds or subtracts a star for staffing and for quality measures. Stars are assigned relative to other facilities in the same state.

Ratings & measures

Tap a row to see what it means
Health inspection ratingCMS stars from the last three on-site inspection cycles1★Lowest tier among peersCA avg2.8★U.S. avg2.8★
What is health inspection rating?

Stars assigned from the last three standard surveys and every complaint investigation in that window, weighted toward the most recent and the most serious findings. CMS assigns these stars relative to other facilities in the same state.

Why it matters

It carries the most weight in the overall rating and is the only domain based on what trained inspectors saw on site rather than what the facility reported.

Staffing ratingCMS stars from payroll-reported hours and turnover4★Above 60% of peersCA avg3.1★U.S. avg2.9★
What is staffing rating?

Nurse and aide hours per resident day from payroll records CMS collects every quarter, adjusted for how much care residents need, plus staff turnover and weekend coverage.

Why it matters

More hours and lower turnover are the strongest predictors of fewer falls, pressure sores, and avoidable hospital stays.

Quality measures ratingCMS stars from clinical outcomes and resident assessments5★Above 57% of peersCA avg4.1★U.S. avg3.6★
What is quality measures rating?

Clinical outcomes from resident assessments and Medicare claims: falls with injury, pressure ulcers, hospitalizations, antipsychotic use, and more, for both short-stay and long-stay residents.

Why it matters

It shows whether care is working, but part of it comes from the facility’s own assessments, so read it alongside the inspection results.

Total nurse hoursPer resident per day, all nursing staff4.30hrsAbove 56% of peersCA avg4.51Benchmark4.10
What is total nurse hours?

All licensed nurse and aide hours worked, divided by the number of residents, on an average day. Reported from payroll, not self-reported.

Why it matters

Federal research links 4.1 hours a day to fewer avoidable harms. Below about 3 hours, residents wait longer for help with basics like toileting and repositioning.

RN hoursPer resident per day, registered nurses only0.79hrsAbove 81% of peersCA avg0.65Benchmark0.75
What is rn hours?

Registered nurse hours only. RNs assess residents, manage medications, and catch changes in condition; LPNs and aides deliver most hands-on care.

Why it matters

RN coverage is the staffing measure most tied to fewer hospital transfers and infections, and it is where thinly staffed facilities cut first.

Nursing staff turnoverShare of nursing staff who left within a year · lower is better31%Above 70% of peersCA avg38%RN turnover35%
What is nursing staff turnover?

The share of nursing staff who left within the past year, from the same payroll data.

Why it matters

High turnover means residents are cared for by people who do not know them, and it is one of the strongest predictors of inspection problems.

Fines in the last three yearsCivil money penalties imposed by CMS · lower is better$105,256Above only 7% of peersCA avg$26,970Fines · denials1 · 0
What is fines in the last three years?

Civil money penalties CMS imposed after serious or uncorrected deficiencies, and denials of Medicare payment for new admissions.

Why it matters

Penalties follow the worst inspection findings. A recent fine is the clearest sign that inspectors found real harm.

Inspection history

Last three inspection cycles
34citations
7inspection dates
1actual harm (G–I)
1immediate jeopardy (J–L)
Dec 3, 2025most recent

Citations by monthApr 2021 – Dec 2025

  • No actual harm (D–F)
  • Actual harm (G–I)
  • Immediate jeopardy (J–L)
  • $Fine or payment denial

Click a month or a year to filter the findings below. Arrow keys move between months; Esc clears.

Dec 3, 20252 citationsCycle 1worst D · no actual harm
  1. F552Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Dec 20, 2025
  2. F641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Dec 22, 2025
Jun 23, 202516 citationsCycle 1worst K · immediate jeopardy$105,256
  1. Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.Pharmacy ServiceK · patternCorrected Jul 14, 2025
  2. F558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Jul 14, 2025
  3. F577Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Jul 14, 2025
  4. F578Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.Resident RightsE · patternCorrected Jul 14, 2025
  5. F583Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Jul 14, 2025
  6. F605Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Jul 14, 2025
  7. F641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Jul 14, 2025
  8. F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningE · patternCorrected Jul 14, 2025
  9. F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Jul 14, 2025
  10. F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.Pharmacy ServiceD · isolatedCorrected Jul 14, 2025
  11. F756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.Pharmacy ServiceD · isolatedCorrected Jul 14, 2025
  12. F759Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.Pharmacy ServiceE · patternCorrected Jul 14, 2025
  13. F804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.Nutrition and DietaryE · patternCorrected Jul 14, 2025
  14. F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Nutrition and DietaryE · patternCorrected Jul 14, 2025
  15. F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlE · patternCorrected Jul 14, 2025
  16. F881Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.Infection ControlE · patternCorrected Jul 14, 2025
Mar 20, 20241 citationCycle 2worst D · no actual harm
  1. F552Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected Mar 28, 2024
Dec 1, 20231 citationCycle 2worst D · no actual harm
  1. F645PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual DisabilitiesResident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected Dec 31, 2023
Oct 27, 20231 citationCycle 3worst D · no actual harm
  1. F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Oct 27, 2023
Apr 14, 20231 citationCycle 3worst G · actual harm
  1. F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Quality of Life and CareG · isolatedCorrected May 17, 2023
Apr 23, 202112 citationsCycle 3worst F · no actual harm
  1. F623Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.Resident RightsE · patternCorrected May 23, 2021
  2. F641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected May 23, 2021
  3. F658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningD · isolatedCorrected May 23, 2021
  4. F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.Pharmacy ServiceE · patternCorrected May 23, 2021
  5. F756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.Pharmacy ServiceE · patternCorrected May 23, 2021
  6. F758Implement 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.Pharmacy ServiceE · patternCorrected May 23, 2021
  7. F759Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.Pharmacy ServiceD · isolatedCorrected May 23, 2021
  8. F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlF · widespreadCorrected May 23, 2021
  9. 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.Pharmacy ServiceE · patternCorrected May 23, 2021
  10. Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.Pharmacy ServiceD · isolatedCorrected May 23, 2021
  11. F558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.Resident RightsD · isolatedCorrected May 23, 2021
  12. F607Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected May 23, 2021

Staffing

From quarterly payroll reports

Hours per resident per day

  • All nursing staffRNs, LPNs and aides combined4.30hrsAbove 56% of peers−0.21 vs CA avg
  • Registered nursesRN hours only0.79hrsAbove 81% of peers+0.14 vs CA avg
  • Licensed practical nursesLPN hours0.76hrs
  • Nurse aidesCNA hours2.75hrs
  • Weekend nursingAll staff on Saturdays and Sundays3.87hrs
  • California average
  • Research benchmark (4.10 total, 0.75 RN)

Turnover & capacity

  • Nursing staff turnoverShare who left within a year · lower is better31%Above 70% of peersCA avg 38%
  • RN turnoverRegistered nurses only35%Not ranked by CMS
  • Administrators who leftIn the past year0Stable leadership
  • Occupancy134 certified beds · ~119 residents a day89%Above only 35% of peersCA avg 88%

Fines & penalties

Roughly the past three years

Enforcement summary

  • $105,256In fines
  • 1Fine
  • 0Payment denials
  • $26,970CA avg in fines
Above only 7% of peersFewer fines than 7% of rated homes in California

Actions on record

  1. Jun 17, 2025Civil money penalty$105,256

Ownership

As filed with CMS

Structure

Ownership type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Chain
Covenant Care24 facilities in the chain2.8★ chain average
Certification
Medicare and Medicaid
Location type
Urban
Ownership change
None in the last 12 months

People and entities on file

Direct owners (5%+)
  • Covenant Care California, LLC
  • Covenant Care, LLC
Indirect owners (5%+)
  • Centre Capital Investors V, LP
  • Centre Covenant Purchaser (B), LLC
  • Centre Covenant Purchaser (Q), LLC
  • Centre Covenant Purchaser (S), LLC
  • Centre V Secondary Fund, L.P.
  • Covenant Holdco, LLC
  • Covenant Subco, LLC
  • State Treasurer of Mich Custodian of Public School Empl Rtmnt Systems
  • +5 more
Operational or managerial control
  • Mary Evans
  • Lance Hassell
  • Robert Levin
  • Christine Sims
  • Carol Sparks
Corporate officers
  • Dava Ashley
  • Kevin Carney
  • Mary Evans
  • Lance Hassell
  • Robert Levin
  • Christine Sims
  • Andrew Torok
5% Or Greater Security Interest
  • Midcap Funding IV Trust

Person Organization

Sources & notes

Public data, updated quarterly

Data sources

  • CMS Care Compare · Provider InformationStar ratings, staffing hours, turnover, penalties and flags · processed February 2026.
  • CMS Health CitationsEvery deficiency from the last three inspection cycles, with scope, severity and inspection cycle.
  • CMS Penalties and Ownership filesCivil money penalties, payment denials, and the owners and managers on file.

Notes

  • CMS Certification Number 055797 · 8170 MURRAY AVENUE, GILROY, CA, 95020.
  • Percentiles compare this facility with every rated nursing home in California and Santa Clara County. Turnover and fines are inverted so a high percentile is always good.
  • This is an informational summary of public data, not medical, legal, or placement advice. Facilities cannot pay to change it; a facility that believes a record is wrong can dispute it with CMS.

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