The Terraces At Los Altos Health Facility
Los Altos, CA · Medicare-certified nursing home (CCN 055210) · 30 certified beds
Health inspection: 3 · Quality measures: 4 · Staffing: 5
Federal fines: none on current record
Phone: (650) 948-8291 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
The Terraces At Los Altos Health Facility has a CMS overall rating of 4 stars, above California's state average of 3.16 stars. Its health inspection rating is 3 stars and its staffing rating is 5 stars.
The Terraces At Los Altos Health Facility reports total nurse hours of 5.45 per resident per day, including 1.55 RN hours per resident per day, with a staffing rating of 5 stars. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 47.1%.
The Terraces At Los Altos Health Facility has no federal fines on record, with zero fines totaling $0.00 and no payment denials. CMS does not display an abuse icon for this facility, and it is not part of the Special Focus program.
About this facility
The Terraces At Los Altos Health Facility is a Medicare-certified nursing home in Los Altos, Santa Clara County, California, with 30 certified beds and an average daily census of 28.5 residents. The facility is operated as a non-profit corporation and has been certified since 1967. It is part of the Humangood chain, which includes 17 facilities with an average chain rating of 4.5 stars.
According to CMS Care Compare, the facility holds an overall rating of 4 stars, above the California state average of 3.16 stars. Its component ratings are: Health Inspection 3 stars, Quality Measures 4 stars, and Staffing 5 stars.
Nurse staffing data show total nurse hours per resident per day of 5.45, including 1.55 RN hours per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 47.1%.
On the penalty record, CMS reports zero fines and no federal fines on record, with a total fine amount of $0.00, and no payment denials recorded. There is no abuse icon flag associated with this facility, and it is not currently listed under CMS's Special Focus program, which is reserved for facilities identified as persistently underperforming and placed under increased inspection scrutiny.
There has been no change in ownership in the past 12 months, so current ratings reflect the current operator. This profile is based on CMS Care Compare data; families are encouraged to verify current details directly with the facility or on Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
It has an overall rating of 4 stars, which is above the California state average of 3.16 stars.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
CMS lists this facility's provider type as Medicare.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Total nurse hours are 5.45 per resident per day, including 1.55 RN hours per resident per day, with a staffing rating of 5 stars; nursing turnover is 47.1%.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
No, CMS records show zero fines totaling $0.00 and no payment denials.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
No, there is no abuse icon on record and the facility is not in the Special Focus program.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
It has 30 certified beds with an average daily census of 28.5 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
It is a non-profit corporation and part of the Humangood chain, which has 17 facilities with an average rating of 4.5 stars.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
It has been certified since January 1, 1967.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS rates facilities on Overall, Health Inspection, Quality Measures, and Staffing; this facility scores 4, 3, 4, and 5 stars respectively.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
The provided data does not specify service types; contact the facility at 6509488291 and verify on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
The data does not cover tour details; contact the facility at 6509488291 and verify on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review the facility's current record at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/055210?state=CA.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Star ratings, staffing hours, and penalty records are CMS's official published measures. Always tour the facility, review the current inspection record, and verify details with Medicare before making care decisions.