SeniorCareRanked
California/LOS ANGELES
11
Very Poor

VERNON HEALTHCARE CENTER

1037 W. VERNON AVENUE, LOS ANGELES, CA 90037
CMS Overall Rating

Summary

VERNON HEALTHCARE CENTER is a 99-bed for profit - limited liability company nursing home located in LOS ANGELES, California. It has an overall CMS rating of 1 out of 5 stars and a Trust Score of 11 out of 100, indicating below-average quality and potential concerns. This facility has received 3 fine(s) totaling $178,438. 20 health deficiencies were found during the most recent inspection. It is part of the PACIFIC HEALTHCARE HOLDINGS chain.

How This Compares

Trust Score11/100 (↓ Worse than avg 55/100)
Overall Rating1/5 stars (↓ Worse than avg 3/5 stars)
Total Nurse Hours/Resident/Day0.0 hrs (↓ Worse than avg 3.8 hrs)
RN Hours/Resident/Day0.00 hrs (↓ Worse than avg 0.6 hrs)
Staff Turnover0% (↑ Better than avg 40%)
Deficiencies20 (↓ Worse than avg 4)

Red Flags

  • 3 fine(s) totaling $178,438
  • 5 penalty(ies) imposed

CMS Star Ratings

Overall
Health Inspection
Staffing
Quality Measures

Staffing

Total nurse hours/resident/day0.0
RN hours/resident/day0.00
Staff turnover0%
RN turnover0%

Facility Information

Beds99
Avg residents94.4
OwnershipFor profit - Limited Liability company
Provider typeMedicare and Medicaid
ChainPACIFIC HEALTHCARE HOLDINGS
Deficiencies (last inspection)20
Resident/Family councilYes

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What to Look for When Visiting VERNON HEALTHCARE CENTER

Use this checklist during an in-person visit. First impressions reveal more than brochures or websites ever will.

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Is there an unpleasant smell?

A persistent odor (urine, feces, or heavy chemical deodorizer) indicates poor hygiene maintenance. Brief cooking smells are normal; lingering waste odors are not.

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Are residents engaged or sitting idle?

Active residents (playing games, talking, in therapy) indicate quality programming. A room full of people staring at a TV during daytime is a concerning sign.

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Count staff vs. residents during your visit

VERNON HEALTHCARE CENTER reports 0.0 total nurse hours per resident per day. During your visit, observe whether staff seem rushed or overwhelmed — the real ratio matters more than reported numbers.

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Ask about staff consistency

Staff turnover is 0% — below average, which is a positive sign for care continuity. Still ask whether your family member will have consistent caregivers assigned.

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Ask about their most recent inspection

20 deficiencies were found in the last inspection. Ask specifically: "What were they, and what have you done to fix them?" A transparent facility will answer clearly.

Data from CMS Nursing Home Compare, a public database maintained by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This information is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or a recommendation. Always visit facilities in person and consult with healthcare professionals before making care decisions.