Quick answers
- Where is Golden Empire?
- 121 Dorsey Drive, Grass Valley, CA 95945, in Nevada County, California.
- What is the phone number of Golden Empire?
- (530) 273-1316, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Golden Empire?
- Medicare overall rating: 4 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Golden Empire been fined?
- Medicare lists no fines for Golden Empire.
- What did inspectors find at Golden Empire?
- In its last three inspection cycles (August 19, 2022 to February 11, 2026), Medicare lists 30 health citations; the most serious was level F. See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
Medicare ratings, explained
Star ratings are one piece of information. Visit, ask questions and talk with your doctor about what matters for your care.
Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (August 19, 2022 to February 11, 2026), Golden Empire had 30 health citations; the most serious was level F (no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm). Medicare lists no fines or payment denials for it in the last three years. Nurse staffing is 3.76 hours per resident per day; the California average is 4.54 and the national average is 3.90.
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Data Catalog, data updated October 1, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026.
Inspection history: last three cycles
State inspectors visit about once a year and also investigate complaints. Each citation (deficiency) has a tag number and a letter, A to L. The letter shows how serious the problem was and how many residents it affected.
What the letters A to L mean
| Seriousness | Isolated (a few residents) | Pattern (some) | Widespread (many) |
|---|---|---|---|
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | D | E | F |
| Actual harm to residents | G | H | I |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
Source: the scope and severity grid Medicare (CMS) uses for nursing home citations.
Most recent cycle: August 22, 2025 — 19 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: August 22, 2025 (standard health inspection); December 10, 2025 (complaint investigation); February 6, 2026 (complaint investigation); February 11, 2026 (complaint investigation).
Show 19 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0583 Level E
“Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.”
F0641 Level E
“Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.”
F0761 Level E
“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.”
F0812 Level E
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0814 Level E
“Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.”
F0880 Level E
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0925 Level E
“Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.”
F0600 Level D
“Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.”
F0609 Level D
“Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.”
F0730 Level D
“Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.”
F0684 Level D
“Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.”
F0600 Level D
“Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.”
F0637 Level D
“Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition”
F0658 Level D
“Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.”
F0684 Level D
“Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.”
F0697 Level D
“Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.”
F0755 Level D
“Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.”
F0849 Level D
“Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.”
F0868 Level D
“Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly”
Previous cycle: December 1, 2023 — 9 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: December 1, 2023 (standard health inspection); March 18, 2025 (complaint investigation); April 11, 2025 (complaint investigation); June 9, 2025 (complaint investigation); July 31, 2025 (complaint investigation); August 22, 2025 (complaint investigation).
Show 9 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0880 Level F
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0880 Level E
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0880 Level E
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0812 Level E
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0689 Level D
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
F0607 Level D
“Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.”
F0657 Level D
“Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.”
F0684 Level D
“Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.”
F0732 Level D
“Post nurse staffing information every day.”
Earlier cycle: August 19, 2022 — 2 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: August 19, 2022 (standard health inspection); April 3, 2024 (complaint investigation).
Show 2 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0880 Level E
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0758 Level D
“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.”
Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.
Full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare →
Fire safety citations (27)
K0918 Level F
“Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.”
K0321 Level D
“Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.”
K0363 Level D
“Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.”
K0920 Level D
“Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.”
K0711 Level D
“Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.”
K0916 Level D
“Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel.”
K0712 Level C
“Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.”
E0018 Level F
“Establish procedures for tracking staff and patients during an emergency.”
E0022 Level F
“Establish policies and procedures for sheltering.”
K0341 Level F
“Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.”
K0918 Level F
“Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.”
K0920 Level E
“Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.”
K0161 Level D
“Use approved construction type or materials.”
K0222 Level D
“Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.”
K0363 Level D
“Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.”
K0711 Level D
“Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.”
K0331 Level F
“Construct fire resistant interior walls.”
K0347 Level F
“Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.”
K0353 Level F
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0918 Level F
“Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.”
E0037 Level D
“Establish staff and initial training requirements.”
K0211 Level D
“Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.”
K0223 Level D
“Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.”
K0291 Level D
“Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.”
K0362 Level D
“Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke.”
K0363 Level D
“Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.”
K0374 Level D
“Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.”
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from the payroll records nursing homes send to Medicare, next to the state and national averages.
| Measure | This home | California | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.31 | 0.68 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 1.22 | 1.20 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.23 | 2.66 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 3.76 | 4.54 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 3.03 | 4.10 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.23 | 0.52 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 41.3% | 36.6% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 43.8% | 37.8% | 42.5% |
| Administrators who left in the last year | 0.0 | 0.4 | 0.5 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Owners and operator
Legal business name: Dynasty Valley LLC.
Owners and managers Medicare lists (4)
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ron Reggev Revocable Trust Date June 30,2017 | Direct owner | NOT APPLICABLE | May 14, 2018 |
| Tons, Nichole | Direct owner | NOT APPLICABLE | May 14, 2018 |
| Infinite Healthcare LLC | Management company (operational or managerial control) | NOT APPLICABLE | May 14, 2018 |
| The Ron Reggev Revocable Trust Date June 30,2017 | Management company (operational or managerial control) | NOT APPLICABLE | May 14, 2018 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Ownership file, data updated October 1, 2026. Only owners with an ownership interest and management companies are shown.
Compare with other nursing homes
Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 148 |
| Average residents per day | 135.1 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | For profit – limited liability company |
| Legal business name | Dynasty Valley LLC |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 1973-06-20 |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 121 Dorsey Drive, Grass Valley, CA 95945 |
| County | Nevada County |
| State | California |
| Phone | (530) 273‑1316 |
| CMS Certification Number | 056391 |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
What to ask when you call or visit
A general checklist for any nursing home, not advice about this one. Medicare also publishes guides on medicare.gov.
- Is the home certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid, and does it have a bed for the care you need (short-term rehab or long-term care)?
- Can you see the latest state inspection report? Ask how any problems found were fixed.
- How many nurses and aides work on each shift, at night and on weekends? Is there a registered nurse on site at all times?
- Which doctors see residents, and how often? What happens in a medical emergency, and which hospital is used?
- What therapy (physical, occupational, speech) is offered, and how many days a week?
- Are residents clean, dressed and taking part in activities? Do staff speak to them kindly and answer call lights quickly?
- What do the daily rate and extra services cost, and what do Medicare, Medicaid or your insurance pay? Ask for it in writing.
- Is there a resident council and a family council? How are complaints handled? Ask for the long-term care ombudsman’s contact.
- Are meals appetizing, and can the home meet special diets, language needs and religious or cultural preferences?
- Visit more than once, including at a mealtime or in the evening, without an appointment.
Other nursing homes nearby
By straight-line distance (not driving distance).
- Spring Hill Manor0.0 mi · Grass Valley, CA · 3 of 5 stars
- Wolf Creek Care Center0.5 mi · Grass Valley, CA · 4 of 5 stars
- Crystal Ridge Care Center0.6 mi · Grass Valley, CA · 4 of 5 stars
- Westview Healthcare Center19 mi · Auburn, CA · 2 of 5 stars
- Siena Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation Center20 mi · Auburn, CA · 5 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital0.4 mi · Grass Valley, CA · Acute Care Hospital
- Sutter Auburn Faith Hospital20 mi · Auburn, CA · Acute Care Hospital
- Adventist Health and Rideout30 mi · Marysville, CA · Acute Care Hospital
Sources
- Provider Information — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare profile of this provider
- Health Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Fire Safety Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Penalties — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Ownership — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- State US Averages — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Survey Summary — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Citation Code Look-up — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Inspection Dates — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13