Quick answers
- Where is Kit Carson Nursing & Rehabilitation Center?
- 811 Court Street, Jackson, CA 95642, in Amador County, California.
- What is the phone number of Kit Carson Nursing & Rehabilitation Center?
- (209) 223-2231, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Kit Carson Nursing & Rehabilitation Center?
- Medicare overall rating: 1 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Kit Carson Nursing & Rehabilitation Center been fined?
- Medicare lists 3 fines totaling $28,327 and 1 payment denial.
- What did inspectors find at Kit Carson Nursing & Rehabilitation Center?
- In its last three inspection cycles (March 9, 2023 to August 28, 2026), Medicare lists 85 health citations; the most serious was level G. 5 were level G or higher (actual harm or immediate jeopardy). See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
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Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (March 9, 2023 to August 28, 2026), Kit Carson Nursing & Rehabilitation Center had 85 health citations; the most serious was level G (actual harm to residents). 5 of them were level G or higher (actual harm or immediate jeopardy). It was fined $28,327 in total (3 fines, the latest on February 19, 2026) and had 1 Medicare payment denial. Nurse staffing is 5.85 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 14, 2025 — 52 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: August 14, 2025 (standard health inspection); December 3, 2025 (complaint investigation); January 6, 2026 (complaint investigation); February 19, 2026 (complaint investigation); March 10, 2026 (complaint investigation); March 17, 2026 (complaint investigation); March 30, 2026 (complaint investigation); April 15, 2026 (complaint investigation); April 22, 2026 (complaint investigation); May 8, 2026 (complaint investigation); July 24, 2026 (complaint investigation); July 28, 2026 (complaint investigation); August 11, 2026 (complaint investigation); August 13, 2026 (complaint investigation); August 17, 2026 (complaint investigation); August 18, 2026 (complaint investigation); August 28, 2026 (complaint investigation).
F0684 Level G
“Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.”
actual harm to residents; isolated (a few residents) · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
F0684 Level G
“Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.”
actual harm to residents; isolated (a few residents) · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
F0580 Level G
“Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.”
actual harm to residents; isolated (a few residents) · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Show 49 less serious citations (levels A to F)
F0725 Level F
“Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.”
F0577 Level F
“Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.”
F0812 Level F
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0880 Level F
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0919 Level F
“Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.”
F0812 Level E
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0555 Level E
“Honor the resident's right to choose his or her attending physician.”
F0605 Level E
“Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.”
F0689 Level E
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
F0757 Level E
“Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.”
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.”
F0803 Level E
“Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.”
F0887 Level E
“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.”
F0609 Level D
“Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.”
F0610 Level D
“Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.”
F0755 Level D
“Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.”
F0880 Level D
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0684 Level D
“Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.”
F0689 Level D
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
F0740 Level D
“Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.”
F0609 Level D
“Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.”
F0610 Level D
“Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.”
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.”
F0755 Level D
“Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.”
F0656 Level D
“Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.”
F0550 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.”
F0558 Level D
“Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.”
F0755 Level D
“Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.”
F0692 Level D
“Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.”
F0755 Level D
“Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.”
F0756 Level D
“Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.”
F0656 Level D
“Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.”
F0880 Level D
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0710 Level D
“Obtain a doctor's order to admit a resident and ensure the resident is under a doctor's care.”
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.”
F0842 Level D
“Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.”
F0656 Level D
“Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.”
F0550 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.”
F0550 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.”
F0578 Level D
“Honor 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.”
F0604 Level D
“Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.”
F0656 Level D
“Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.”
F0658 Level D
“Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.”
F0692 Level D
“Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.”
F0755 Level D
“Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.”
F0806 Level D
“Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.”
F0810 Level D
“Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.”
F0883 Level D
“Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.”
Previous cycle: September 12, 2024 — 25 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: September 12, 2024 (standard health inspection); March 28, 2025 (complaint investigation); June 10, 2025 (complaint investigation); August 20, 2025 (complaint investigation).
F0689 Level G
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
actual harm to residents; isolated (a few residents) · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
F0600 Level G
“Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.”
actual harm to residents; isolated (a few residents) · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Show 23 less serious citations (levels A to F)
F0801 Level F
“Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.”
F0812 Level F
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0814 Level F
“Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.”
F0689 Level E
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
F0553 Level E
“Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.”
F0578 Level E
“Honor 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.”
F0658 Level E
“Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.”
F0755 Level E
“Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.”
F0757 Level E
“Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.”
F0758 Level E
“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.”
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.”
F0802 Level E
“Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.”
F0803 Level E
“Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.”
F0880 Level E
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0690 Level D
“Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.”
F0584 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.”
F0656 Level D
“Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.”
F0677 Level D
“Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.”
F0685 Level D
“Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.”
F0690 Level D
“Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.”
F0695 Level D
“Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.”
F0759 Level D
“Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.”
F0868 Level D
“Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly”
Earlier cycle: March 9, 2023 — 8 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: March 9, 2023 (standard health inspection); January 11, 2024 (complaint investigation); September 12, 2024 (complaint investigation).
Show 8 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0583 Level E
“Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.”
F0755 Level E
“Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.”
F0759 Level E
“Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.”
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.”
F0689 Level D
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
F0677 Level D
“Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.”
F0880 Level D
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
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 (43)
K0921 Level F
“Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.”
K0363 Level E
“Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.”
K0161 Level D
“Use approved construction type or materials.”
K0353 Level D
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0919 Level D
“Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.”
K0920 Level D
“Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.”
E0004 Level C
“Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).”
E0013 Level C
“Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures.”
E0029 Level C
“Develop a communication plan.”
E0030 Level C
“List the names and contact information of those in the facility.”
E0036 Level C
“Establish emergency prep training and testing.”
E0039 Level C
“Conduct testing and exercise requirements.”
K0345 Level C
“Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.”
K0355 Level C
“Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.”
K0918 Level C
“Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.”
K0293 Level F
“Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.”
K0353 Level F
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0363 Level F
“Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.”
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.”
K0211 Level D
“Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.”
K0291 Level D
“Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.”
K0324 Level D
“Provide properly protected cooking facilities.”
K0341 Level D
“Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.”
K0342 Level D
“Have a complete alarm system manually initiated and initiated by fire sprinkler system connection.”
K0374 Level D
“Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.”
K0781 Level D
“Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.”
K0919 Level D
“Meet requirements for the use of electrical equipment.”
K0761 Level C
“To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.”
K0921 Level C
“Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.”
K0347 Level F
“Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.”
K0355 Level F
“Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.”
K0914 Level F
“Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.”
K0918 Level F
“Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.”
K0321 Level E
“Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.”
K0353 Level E
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0161 Level D
“Use approved construction type or materials.”
K0211 Level D
“Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.”
K0363 Level D
“Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.”
3 more fire safety citations are not listed here.
Fines and payment denials
Total fines over about the last three years: $28,327 (3 fines). A payment denial means Medicare stopped paying for new admissions for a time.
| Date | Penalty | Amount or length |
|---|---|---|
| February 19, 2026 | Fine | $9,347 |
| February 19, 2026 | Fine | $9,870 |
| February 19, 2026 | Payment denial | from April 11, 2026, 17 days |
| March 28, 2025 | Fine | $9,110 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Penalties file, data updated October 1, 2026.
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 | 0.86 | 0.68 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 1.01 | 1.20 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 3.98 | 2.66 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 5.85 | 4.54 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 4.70 | 4.10 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.60 | 0.52 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 58.2% | 36.6% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 69.2% | 37.8% | 42.5% |
| Administrators who left in the last year | 1.0 | 0.4 | 0.5 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Owners and operator
Part of a group of 9 nursing homes: Eva Care Group.
Legal business name: Ray Properties Kit Carson Inc..
Owners and managers Medicare lists (1)
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chen, Jenq | Direct owner | 100% | August 4, 2004 |
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 | 199 |
| Average residents per day | 59.2 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | For profit – corporation |
| Group or chain (affiliated entity) | Eva Care Group |
| Legal business name | Ray Properties Kit Carson Inc. |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 1970-05-04 |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 811 Court Street, Jackson, CA 95642 |
| County | Amador County |
| State | California |
| Phone | (209) 223‑2231 |
| CMS Certification Number | 056198 |
| Name in Medicare records | KIT CARSON NURSING & REHABILITATION CENTER |
| 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).
- Golden San Andreas Care Center12 mi · San Andreas, CA · 2 of 5 stars
- Gold Country Health Center25 mi · Placerville, CA · 4 of 5 stars
- Western Slope Health Center26 mi · Placerville, CA · 4 of 5 stars
- The Pines at Placerville Healthcare Center26 mi · Placerville, CA · 4 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Sutter Amador Hospital0.3 mi · Jackson, CA · Acute Care Hospital
- Mark Twain Medical Center13 mi · San Andreas, CA · Critical Access Hospital
- Marshall Medical Center26 mi · Placerville, 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