Briarcrest Nursing Center
5648 East Gotham Street · Bell Gardens, CA · 90201 · 5629272641
135 certified beds For profit - Partnership Chain: Cambridge Healthcare Services
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $44,623 in fines in the last 24 months.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
6 immediate-jeopardy citations in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
2 abuse-related citations at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
Medicare/Medicaid payments were denied
CMS refused payment for new admissions for a period — one of its strongest enforcement tools.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.29 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.55 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.99 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 42% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 2 · $78,684 |
Inspection citations (102 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D April 1, 2026 · found via complaint
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected April 17, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 26, 2026 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected April 17, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 26, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected April 17, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 26, 2026 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected April 17, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 21, 2026 · found via complaint
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected February 13, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D January 21, 2026 · found via complaint
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected February 13, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D January 21, 2026 · found via complaint
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected February 13, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 21, 2026 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected February 13, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 21, 2026 · found via complaint
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Corrected February 13, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 5, 2026 · found via complaint
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected January 30, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 5, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected January 30, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 5, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected January 30, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 14, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected December 10, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D November 14, 2025 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected December 10, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D November 14, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected December 10, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 19, 2025 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected September 15, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 7, 2025 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected August 27, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 25, 2025 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected July 14, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 24, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected June 10, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E May 22, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected June 5, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D May 6, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected May 20, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D April 21, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected May 9, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G March 13, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected April 10, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 13, 2025
Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
Corrected April 10, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 13, 2025
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected April 10, 2025 · Resident Rights
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| March 1, 2025 | Fine | $44,623 |
| March 1, 2025 | Payment Denial | 18 days |
| June 25, 2024 | Fine | $34,061 |
| June 25, 2024 | Payment Denial | 47 days |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 056220 · certified since September 4, 1970. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.