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VERNON HEALTHCARE CENTER

1037 W. VERNON AVENUE, LOS ANGELES, CA 90037 · CCN 055167

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Inspection history vs California & national averages

Cycle 1 is the most recent standard health inspection. Lower total deficiency counts are better.

Cycle 1 deficiencies by category

Staffing (hours per resident per day)

Fines & penalties

Total fines

$197,553

Number of fines

4

Number of penalties

6

Payment denials

2

Chain

Chain

PACIFIC HEALTHCARE HOLDINGS

Facilities in chain

15

Chain avg overall

2.30 / 5

Inspection citations (102)1 immediate jeopardy4 actual harm

1. DF0726Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.2026-01-28 · Health

   Potential for more than minimal harm

2. DF0550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.2026-01-09 · Health · corrected 2026-01-21

   Potential for more than minimal harm

3. DF0582Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.2026-01-09 · Health · corrected 2026-01-21

   Potential for more than minimal harm

4. DF0658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.2026-01-09 · Health · corrected 2026-01-21

   Potential for more than minimal harm

5. DF0677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.2026-01-09 · Health · corrected 2026-01-21

   Potential for more than minimal harm

6. DF0686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.2026-01-09 · Health · corrected 2026-01-21

   Potential for more than minimal harm

7. DF0761Ensure 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.2026-01-09 · Health · corrected 2026-01-21

   Potential for more than minimal harm

8. DF0770Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.2026-01-09 · Health · corrected 2026-01-21

   Potential for more than minimal harm

9. EF0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.2026-01-09 · Health · corrected 2026-01-21

   Potential for more than minimal harm

10. DF0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.2026-01-09 · Health · corrected 2026-01-21

    Potential for more than minimal harm

11. BF0912Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.2026-01-09 · Health · corrected 2026-01-21

    Potential for minimal harm

12. DF0636Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.2025-12-09 · Health · corrected 2025-12-31

    Potential for more than minimal harm

13. DF0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.2025-12-09 · Health · corrected 2025-12-31

    Potential for more than minimal harm

14. DF0755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.2025-12-09 · Health · corrected 2025-12-31

    Potential for more than minimal harm

15. DF0627Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.2025-09-12 · Health · corrected 2025-09-18

    Potential for more than minimal harm

16. DF0552Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.2025-08-01 · Health · corrected 2025-08-18

    Potential for more than minimal harm

17. DF0605Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.2025-08-01 · Health · corrected 2025-08-18

    Potential for more than minimal harm

18. DF0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.2025-08-01 · Health · corrected 2025-08-18

    Potential for more than minimal harm

19. GF0600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.2025-06-06 · Health · corrected 2025-06-30

    Actual harm

20. DF0740Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.2025-06-06 · Health · corrected 2025-06-30

    Potential for more than minimal harm

21. JF0627Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.2025-05-05 · Health · corrected 2025-05-06

    Immediate jeopardy

22. DF0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.2025-04-10 · Health · corrected 2025-04-25

    Potential for more than minimal harm

23. DF0842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.2025-03-13 · Health · corrected 2025-03-27

    Potential for more than minimal harm

24. DF0600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.2025-02-20 · Health · corrected 2025-03-05

    Potential for more than minimal harm

25. DF0758Implement 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.2025-02-20 · Health · corrected 2025-03-05

    Potential for more than minimal harm

26. DF0577Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.2025-01-10 · Health · corrected 2025-01-27

    Potential for more than minimal harm

27. DF0584Honor 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.2025-01-10 · Health · corrected 2025-01-27

    Potential for more than minimal harm

28. DF0640Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.2025-01-10 · Health · corrected 2025-01-27

    Potential for more than minimal harm

29. DF0645PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities2025-01-10 · Health · corrected 2025-01-27

    Potential for more than minimal harm

30. DF0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.2025-01-10 · Health · corrected 2025-01-27

    Potential for more than minimal harm

31. DF0658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.2025-01-10 · Health · corrected 2025-01-27

    Potential for more than minimal harm

32. DF0685Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.2025-01-10 · Health · corrected 2025-01-27

    Potential for more than minimal harm

33. DF0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.2025-01-10 · Health · corrected 2025-01-27

    Potential for more than minimal harm

34. DF0694Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.2025-01-10 · Health · corrected 2025-01-27

    Potential for more than minimal harm

35. DF0695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.2025-01-10 · Health · corrected 2025-01-27

    Potential for more than minimal harm

36. DF0732Post nurse staffing information every day.2025-01-10 · Health · corrected 2025-01-27

    Potential for more than minimal harm

37. DF0756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.2025-01-10 · Health · corrected 2025-01-27

    Potential for more than minimal harm

38. EF0760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.2025-01-10 · Health · corrected 2025-01-27

    Potential for more than minimal harm

39. EF0761Ensure 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.2025-01-10 · Health · corrected 2025-01-27

    Potential for more than minimal harm

40. DF0770Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.2025-01-10 · Health · corrected 2025-01-27

    Potential for more than minimal harm

41. FF0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.2025-01-10 · Health · corrected 2025-01-27

    Potential for more than minimal harm

42. DF0814Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.2025-01-10 · Health · corrected 2025-01-27

    Potential for more than minimal harm

43. DF0838Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.2025-01-10 · Health · corrected 2025-01-27

    Potential for more than minimal harm

44. DF0842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.2025-01-10 · Health · corrected 2025-01-27

    Potential for more than minimal harm

45. DF0847Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.2025-01-10 · Health · corrected 2025-01-27

    Potential for more than minimal harm

46. BF0912Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.2025-01-10 · Health · corrected 2025-01-27

    Potential for minimal harm

47. DF0607Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.2024-12-18 · Health · corrected 2025-01-07

    Potential for more than minimal harm

48. DF0726Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.2024-12-18 · Health · corrected 2025-01-07

    Potential for more than minimal harm

49. DF0600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.2024-11-18 · Health · corrected 2024-11-29

    Potential for more than minimal harm

50. DF0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.2024-11-18 · Health · corrected 2024-11-29

    Potential for more than minimal harm

51. DF0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.2024-11-18 · Health · corrected 2024-11-29

    Potential for more than minimal harm

52. DF0641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.2024-11-12 · Health · corrected 2024-11-19

    Potential for more than minimal harm

53. EF0600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.2024-10-30 · Health · corrected 2024-11-12

    Potential for more than minimal harm

54. DF0657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.2024-10-30 · Health · corrected 2024-11-12

    Potential for more than minimal harm

55. DF0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.2024-10-09 · Health · corrected 2024-10-17

    Potential for more than minimal harm

56. DF0623Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.2024-10-07 · Health · corrected 2024-10-22

    Potential for more than minimal harm

57. EF0660Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.2024-10-07 · Health · corrected 2024-10-22

    Potential for more than minimal harm

58. DF0609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.2024-10-01 · Health · corrected 2024-10-11

    Potential for more than minimal harm

59. DF0610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.2024-10-01 · Health · corrected 2024-10-11

    Potential for more than minimal harm

60. DF0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.2024-10-01 · Health · corrected 2024-10-11

    Potential for more than minimal harm

61. DF0686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.2024-10-01 · Health · corrected 2024-10-11

    Potential for more than minimal harm

62. DF0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.2024-10-01 · Health · corrected 2024-10-11

    Potential for more than minimal harm

63. EF0755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.2024-09-13 · Health · corrected 2024-09-30

    Potential for more than minimal harm

64. DF0580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.2024-08-28 · Health · corrected 2024-09-18

    Potential for more than minimal harm

65. DF0697Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.2024-08-28 · Health · corrected 2024-09-18

    Potential for more than minimal harm

66. EF0760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.2024-08-15 · Health · corrected 2024-08-27

    Potential for more than minimal harm

67. DF0658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.2024-08-12 · Health · corrected 2024-08-27

    Potential for more than minimal harm

68. DF0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.2024-08-12 · Health · corrected 2024-08-27

    Potential for more than minimal harm

69. GF0697Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.2024-08-12 · Health · corrected 2024-08-27

    Actual harm

70. DF0803Ensure 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.2024-08-12 · Health · corrected 2024-08-27

    Potential for more than minimal harm

71. DF0804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.2024-08-12 · Health · corrected 2024-08-27

    Potential for more than minimal harm

72. DF0657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.2024-08-09 · Health · corrected 2024-08-26

    Potential for more than minimal harm

73. DF0686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.2024-08-09 · Health · corrected 2024-08-26

    Potential for more than minimal harm

74. DF0657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.2024-07-31 · Health · corrected 2024-08-19

    Potential for more than minimal harm

75. DF0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.2024-07-31 · Health · corrected 2024-08-19

    Potential for more than minimal harm

76. DF0686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.2024-07-31 · Health · corrected 2024-08-19

    Potential for more than minimal harm

77. DF0550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.2024-07-09 · Health · corrected 2024-07-19

    Potential for more than minimal harm

78. DF0580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.2024-07-09 · Health · corrected 2024-07-19

    Potential for more than minimal harm

79. DF0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.2024-07-09 · Health · corrected 2024-07-19

    Potential for more than minimal harm

80. DF0943Give their staff education on dementia care, and what abuse, neglect, and exploitation are; and how to report abuse, neglect, and exploitation.2024-07-09 · Health · corrected 2024-07-19

    Potential for more than minimal harm

81. DF0776Provide timely, approved x-ray services, or have an agreement with an approved provider to obtain them.2024-06-10 · Health · corrected 2024-06-14

    Potential for more than minimal harm

82. EF0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.2024-06-04 · Health · corrected 2024-06-14

    Potential for more than minimal harm

83. DF0550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.2024-05-24 · Health · corrected 2024-06-14

    Potential for more than minimal harm

84. GF0600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.2024-05-24 · Health · corrected 2024-06-14

    Actual harm

85. DF0609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.2024-05-24 · Health · corrected 2024-06-14

    Potential for more than minimal harm

86. DF0600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.2024-03-13 · Health · corrected 2024-03-15

    Potential for more than minimal harm

87. DF0607Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.2024-03-13 · Health · corrected 2024-03-15

    Potential for more than minimal harm

88. DF0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.2024-02-14 · Health · corrected 2024-02-28

    Potential for more than minimal harm

89. EF0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.2024-01-04 · Health · corrected 2024-01-11

    Potential for more than minimal harm

90. DF0641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.2023-12-15 · Health · corrected 2024-01-12

    Potential for more than minimal harm

91. DF0657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.2023-12-15 · Health · corrected 2024-01-12

    Potential for more than minimal harm

92. DF0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.2023-12-15 · Health · corrected 2024-01-12

    Potential for more than minimal harm

93. EF0726Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.2023-12-15 · Health · corrected 2024-01-12

    Potential for more than minimal harm

94. DF0755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.2023-12-15 · Health · corrected 2024-01-12

    Potential for more than minimal harm

95. DF0761Ensure 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.2023-12-15 · Health · corrected 2024-01-12

    Potential for more than minimal harm

96. DF0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.2023-12-15 · Health · corrected 2024-01-12

    Potential for more than minimal harm

97. BF0912Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.2023-12-15 · Health · corrected 2024-01-12

    Potential for minimal harm

98. DF0557Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.2023-09-25 · Health · corrected 2023-09-25

    Potential for more than minimal harm

99. GF0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.2023-08-01 · Health · corrected 2023-08-31

    Actual harm

100. DF0557Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.2023-05-11 · Health · corrected 2023-06-06

     Potential for more than minimal harm

101. DF0921Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.2023-05-11 · Health · corrected 2023-06-06

     Potential for more than minimal harm

102. EF0623Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.2023-03-31 · Health · corrected 2023-04-30

     Potential for more than minimal harm

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Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, Nursing Home Care Compare files (processed 2026-03-01). Citations show the 3 most recent inspection cycles.