Skilled nursing facility · CMS certification number 555433
EASTERN PLUMAS HOSPITAL- PORTOLA CAMPUS DP/SNF
PORTOLA, California · Medicare and Medicaid
Certified beds, as filed in Care Compare: 66
Finances, as filed
Not yet extracted for this facility.
Nurse staffing
Nurse staffing hours from the Payroll-Based Journal, quarter by quarter, are on this facility’s staffing page, each quarter with the file it came from.
Ownership, as filed with CMS
Care Compare
As filed in the CMS file dated 1 August 2026 (Care Compare ownership).
| Owner or manager | Role | Type | Ownership percentage | Association |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| COPREN, WILLIAM | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 01/01/2019 |
| JOHNSON, NICOLE | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 01/01/2019 |
| MCGRATH, GAIL | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 04/01/2007 |
| SKUTT, JAY | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 01/01/2010 |
| SWANSON, PAUL | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 01/01/2014 |
| WEST, HARVEY | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 08/01/2016 |
| WHITFIELD, TERESA | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 01/01/2019 |
| PAIRISH, KATHERINE | W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 07/01/2018 |
Medicare enrollment
As filed in the CMS file dated 1 August 2026 (Medicare enrollment ownership), under the enrollment of EASTERN PLUMAS HEALTH CARE DISTRICT (enrollment ID O20100211000104).
| Owner | Individual or organization | Role | Ownership percentage | Association date | Described in the filing as |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GAIL MCGRATH | Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | 0 | 4/1/2007 | Private equity company: CMS paused the expanded ownership disclosure on Form CMS-855A in guidance dated December 11, 2025; this field has not been filed under the current cycle. Real estate investment trust: CMS paused the expanded ownership disclosure on Form CMS-855A in guidance dated December 11, 2025; this field has not been filed under the current cycle. Holding company: CMS paused the expanded ownership disclosure on Form CMS-855A in guidance dated December 11, 2025; this field has not been filed under the current cycle. |
| HARVEY WEST | Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | 0 | 8/1/2016 | Private equity company: CMS paused the expanded ownership disclosure on Form CMS-855A in guidance dated December 11, 2025; this field has not been filed under the current cycle. Real estate investment trust: CMS paused the expanded ownership disclosure on Form CMS-855A in guidance dated December 11, 2025; this field has not been filed under the current cycle. Holding company: CMS paused the expanded ownership disclosure on Form CMS-855A in guidance dated December 11, 2025; this field has not been filed under the current cycle. |
| JAY SKUTT | Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | 0 | 1/1/2010 | Private equity company: CMS paused the expanded ownership disclosure on Form CMS-855A in guidance dated December 11, 2025; this field has not been filed under the current cycle. Real estate investment trust: CMS paused the expanded ownership disclosure on Form CMS-855A in guidance dated December 11, 2025; this field has not been filed under the current cycle. Holding company: CMS paused the expanded ownership disclosure on Form CMS-855A in guidance dated December 11, 2025; this field has not been filed under the current cycle. |
| NICOLE JOHNSON | Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | 0 | 1/1/2019 | Private equity company: CMS paused the expanded ownership disclosure on Form CMS-855A in guidance dated December 11, 2025; this field has not been filed under the current cycle. Real estate investment trust: CMS paused the expanded ownership disclosure on Form CMS-855A in guidance dated December 11, 2025; this field has not been filed under the current cycle. Holding company: CMS paused the expanded ownership disclosure on Form CMS-855A in guidance dated December 11, 2025; this field has not been filed under the current cycle. |
| PAUL S SWANSON | Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | 0 | 1/1/2014 | Private equity company: CMS paused the expanded ownership disclosure on Form CMS-855A in guidance dated December 11, 2025; this field has not been filed under the current cycle. Real estate investment trust: CMS paused the expanded ownership disclosure on Form CMS-855A in guidance dated December 11, 2025; this field has not been filed under the current cycle. Holding company: CMS paused the expanded ownership disclosure on Form CMS-855A in guidance dated December 11, 2025; this field has not been filed under the current cycle. |
| TERESA WHITFIELD | Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | 0 | 1/1/2019 | Private equity company: CMS paused the expanded ownership disclosure on Form CMS-855A in guidance dated December 11, 2025; this field has not been filed under the current cycle. Real estate investment trust: CMS paused the expanded ownership disclosure on Form CMS-855A in guidance dated December 11, 2025; this field has not been filed under the current cycle. Holding company: CMS paused the expanded ownership disclosure on Form CMS-855A in guidance dated December 11, 2025; this field has not been filed under the current cycle. |
| WILLIAM COPREN | Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | 0 | 1/1/2019 | Private equity company: CMS paused the expanded ownership disclosure on Form CMS-855A in guidance dated December 11, 2025; this field has not been filed under the current cycle. Real estate investment trust: CMS paused the expanded ownership disclosure on Form CMS-855A in guidance dated December 11, 2025; this field has not been filed under the current cycle. Holding company: CMS paused the expanded ownership disclosure on Form CMS-855A in guidance dated December 11, 2025; this field has not been filed under the current cycle. |
| EASTERN PLUMAS HEALTH CARE DISTRICT | Organization | OTHER | 0 | 9/11/1990 | Private equity company: No Real estate investment trust: No Holding company: No |
| KATHERINE A PAIRISH | Individual | W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE | 0 | 7/1/2018 | Private equity company: CMS paused the expanded ownership disclosure on Form CMS-855A in guidance dated December 11, 2025; this field has not been filed under the current cycle. Real estate investment trust: CMS paused the expanded ownership disclosure on Form CMS-855A in guidance dated December 11, 2025; this field has not been filed under the current cycle. Holding company: CMS paused the expanded ownership disclosure on Form CMS-855A in guidance dated December 11, 2025; this field has not been filed under the current cycle. |
Changes in ownership
- 1 July 2026: GAIL MCGRATH no longer appears as CORPORATE DIRECTOR in the Medicare enrollment ownership file. Skilled_Nursing_Facility_All_Owners_:_2026-07-01.csv
- 1 July 2026: GAIL MCGRATH appears as CORPORATE DIRECTOR in the Medicare enrollment ownership file. Skilled_Nursing_Facility_All_Owners_:_2026-07-01.csv
Recent changes on this record
- 1 July 2026: GAIL MCGRATH no longer appears as CORPORATE DIRECTOR in the Medicare enrollment ownership file. Skilled_Nursing_Facility_All_Owners_:_2026-07-01.csv
- 1 July 2026: GAIL MCGRATH appears as CORPORATE DIRECTOR in the Medicare enrollment ownership file. Skilled_Nursing_Facility_All_Owners_:_2026-07-01.csv
Inspections
| Inspection cycle | Health inspection | Fire safety inspection | Health deficiencies | Fire safety deficiencies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 24 July 2025 | 24 July 2025 | 7 | 8 |
| 2 | 15 August 2024 | 15 August 2024 | 10 | 13 |
| 3 | 19 May 2022 | 19 May 2022 | 4 | 3 |
From the Care Compare inspection summary file NH_SurveySummary_Aug2026.csv, processed on 1 August 2026.
Deficiencies cited
21 deficiencies on file, newest inspection first
| Inspection date | Inspection type | Tag | Category | What was cited | Scope and severity | Complaint | Corrected | Correction date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 July 2025 | Health | F 0584 | Resident Rights Deficiencies | 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. | E | No | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | 21 August 2025 |
| 24 July 2025 | Health | F 0605 | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. | E | No | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | 21 August 2025 |
| 24 July 2025 | Health | F 0689 | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | G | No | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | 21 August 2025 |
| 24 July 2025 | Health | F 0726 | Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. | D | No | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | 21 August 2025 |
| 24 July 2025 | Health | F 0808 | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law. | D | No | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | 21 August 2025 |
| 24 July 2025 | Health | F 0812 | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | E | No | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | 21 August 2025 |
| 24 July 2025 | Health | F 0880 | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E | No | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | 21 August 2025 |
| 14 May 2025 | Health | F 0580 | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | D | Yes | Deficient, Provider has plan of correction | 6 June 2025 |
| 14 May 2025 | Health | F 0689 | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | G | Yes | Deficient, Provider has plan of correction | 6 June 2025 |
| 14 May 2025 | Health | F 0697 | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. | G | Yes | Deficient, Provider has plan of correction | 6 June 2025 |
| 25 March 2025 | Health | F 0550 | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | D | Yes | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | 8 April 2025 |
| 20 March 2025 | Health | F 0641 | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | E | Yes | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | 15 April 2025 |
| 20 March 2025 | Health | F 0677 | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | E | Yes | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | 15 April 2025 |
| 20 March 2025 | Health | F 0686 | Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | G | Yes | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | 15 April 2025 |
| 7 January 2025 | Health | F 0881 | Infection Control Deficiencies | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. | E | Yes | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | 21 January 2025 |
| 15 August 2024 | Health | F 0908 | Environmental Deficiencies | Keep all essential equipment working safely. | D | No | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | 22 August 2024 |
| 1 August 2024 | Health | F 0602 | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. | D | Yes | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | 12 August 2024 |
| 24 April 2024 | Health | F 0924 | Environmental Deficiencies | Put firmly secured handrails on each side of hallways. | F | Yes | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | 2 May 2024 |
| 16 August 2023 | Health | F 0600 | Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D | Yes | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | 25 August 2023 |
| 19 May 2022 | Health | F 0812 | Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | E | No | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | 16 June 2022 |
| 19 May 2022 | Health | F 0880 | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E | No | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | 16 June 2022 |
From the Care Compare health citations file NH_HealthCitations_Aug2026.csv, processed on 1 August 2026.
Penalties
| Penalty date | Type | Fine amount | Payment denial began | Payment denial, days | Fine ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 July 2025 | Fine | $12,438 | 135025 | ||
| 14 May 2025 | Fine | $19,338 | 133978 | ||
| 20 March 2025 | Fine | $37,674 | 131178 |
From the Care Compare penalties file NH_Penalties_Aug2026.csv, processed on 1 August 2026.
Care Compare provider information
| Field | As filed |
|---|---|
| Provider Type | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership Type | Government - Hospital district |
| Legal Business Name | EASTERN PLUMAS HEALTH CARE DISTRICT |
| Date First Approved to Provide Medicare and Medicaid Services | 1990-09-11 |
| Provider Resides in Hospital | Y |
| Continuing Care Retirement Community | N |
| Urban | N |
| County/Parish | Plumas |
| Telephone Number | 5308324277 |
| Provider Changed Ownership in Last 12 Months | N |
| With a Resident and Family Council | Both |
| Automatic Sprinkler Systems in All Required Areas | Yes |
| Number of Certified Beds | 66 |
| Average Number of Residents per Day | 59.8 |
| Overall Rating | 3 |
| Health Inspection Rating | 3 |
| QM Rating | 1 |
| Long-Stay QM Rating | 1 |
| Processing Date | 2026-08-01 |
From the Care Compare Provider Information file NH_ProviderInfo_Aug2026.csv, processed on 1 August 2026.
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