Northgate Postacute Care

SAN RAFAEL, CA • CMS Certification: 056430

  • Date Updated: May 01, 2026
  • Overall Rating: 2 Stars
  • Address: 40 PROFESSIONAL CENTER PARKWAY, SAN RAFAEL CA 94903
  • Phone: 4154791230

About Northgate Postacute Care

Northgate Postacute Care, located in SAN RAFAEL, CA, is a for-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid.

Why Families Choose Northgate Postacute Care

  • More Nursing Time: Staff spends 4.13 hours per resident daily (National Avg: 3.87).

Key Performance Indicators

  • CMS Overall Rating 2 Stars
  • Nursing Hours 4.13 hrs
  • Safety Record Issues

Chain Affiliations & Network

This facility is part of the RMG CAPITAL PARTNERS network. This chain operates 9 facilities.

Chain Performance Overview

Inspection
2.3
Staffing
2.4
Quality
3.8

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Nursing Staff Analysis

Staffing levels are a critical indicator of quality care. We analyze the daily hours of care provided by Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).

Mixed Staffing Levels

Northgate Postacute Care provides less care hours than the state average and more than the national average.

Registered Nurses (RN)

0.29 hrs/day
State: 0.67 US: 0.68
Case Mix Adj: 0.60
Quality Adj: 0.33

Licensed Practical Nurses

1.44 hrs/day
State: 1.88 US: 1.54
Case Mix Adj: 0.76
Quality Adj: 1.29

Certified Assistants

2.68 hrs/day
State: 2.65 US: 2.33
Case Mix Adj: 2.07
Quality Adj: 3.01

CMS Quality Ratings

Category Rating Stars
Overall Rating 2
Health Inspection 2
Quality Measures 4
Staffing 3

Health Inspection History

Inspection Cycle Score Date
Cycle 1 (Most Recent) 100 Aug 21, 2025
Weighted Average 135 Combined Score
Lower scores are better. Scores are based on health inspections and complaint investigations.

Detailed Quality Measures

Rates are from CMS quality measures (claims-based and MDS-based) for the reporting period ending May 01, 2026. Some measures may be omitted when CMS does not report a numeric rate for this facility.

Medicare claims-based measures

Typically includes short-stay outcomes, hospitalizations, and ED use from Medicare claims.

Measure Rate
Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursi... (QM521) N/A
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) N/A
Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) N/A
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) N/A

MDS-based measures

Resident assessment data; often used for long-stay care quality.

Measure Rate
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activit... (QM401) 15.5%
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) 9.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) 1.1%
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) 1.7%
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) 1.9%
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained (QM409) 0.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with ma... (QM410) 1.6%
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) 100.0%
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) 100.0%
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) 0.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451) 18.3%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) 10.9%
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) 97.9%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) 100.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) 2.5%
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) 22.7%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) 32.5%

Complaints & Deficiencies

Complaint History by Year

This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.

Summary:

  • 2023: 14 complaints
  • 2024: 3 complaints
  • 2025: 7 complaints
  • 2026: 2 complaints
  • Total: 26 complaints on record

Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)

Date Description
Jan 08, 2026 Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Jan 08, 2026 Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
May 02, 2025 Give residents a notice of rights, rules, services and charges.
May 02, 2025 Not require residents to give up Medicare or Medicaid benefits, or pay privately as a condition of admission; and must tell residents what care they do not provide.
Mar 18, 2025 Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.
Mar 18, 2025 Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Mar 08, 2025 Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Mar 07, 2025 Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.
Jan 15, 2025 Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly
Dec 18, 2024 Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Jul 05, 2024 Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.
Jul 05, 2024 Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Dec 15, 2023 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals.
Dec 15, 2023 Ensure that the resident and his/her doctor meet face-to-face at all required visits.
Nov 24, 2023 Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.
Nov 14, 2023 Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
Oct 27, 2023 Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.
Oct 27, 2023 Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Oct 27, 2023 Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.
Oct 27, 2023 Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Oct 27, 2023 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.
Oct 27, 2023 Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Jul 20, 2023 Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Jul 20, 2023 Notify the resident or the resident?s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident?s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Jul 13, 2023 Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Jul 13, 2023 Prepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home.
Note: Table shows only complaints filed since Jan 1, 2023. See chart for historical trends.

Owner & Operator Information

Business Entity

NORTHGATE POSTACUTE CARE

Ownership Structure

Management & Direction

Associated Doctors

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Nursing Hours Analysis

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Frequently Asked Questions

Northgate Postacute Care has a 2-star CMS overall rating out of 5, which indicates care quality that may need improvement. The nursing staff spends 4.13 hours per resident daily, compared to the national average of 3.87 hours.

Northgate Postacute Care is certified to accept Medicare and Medicaid and provides comprehensive nursing home services including:
  • Skilled Nursing Care: 24/7 medical supervision and complex medical treatments
  • Long-term Residential Care: Assistance with daily living activities for extended stays
  • Short-term Rehabilitation: Recovery services after hospital stays or surgeries
  • Memory Care: Specialized programs for residents with dementia and Alzheimer's disease
The facility has 52 certified beds.

Northgate Postacute Care accepts Medicare and Medicaid, which helps cover costs for eligible residents. Specific pricing varies based on:
  • Level of care needed (skilled nursing vs. long-term care)
  • Room type (private vs. semi-private)
  • Insurance coverage (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance)
  • Length of stay and specific services required

For current rates and to discuss payment options, contact Northgate Postacute Care directly at 4154791230. Their admissions team can help determine coverage and out-of-pocket expenses.

When visiting Northgate Postacute Care, pay attention to these important factors:

Environment & Cleanliness

  • Overall cleanliness and odors
  • Resident room conditions
  • Common area maintenance
  • Safety features and accessibility

Staff & Care Quality

  • Staff-to-resident ratios
  • How staff interact with residents
  • Response time to resident needs
  • Staff knowledge and professionalism

Ask to speak with current residents and their families, tour at different times of day, and review the facility's most recent inspection reports.

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