Simi Healthcare Center
5270 East Los Angeles Avenue · Simi Valley, CA · 93063 · 8055229155
99 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Hospital-based
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.69 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.74 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 4.25 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 40% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $8,446 |
Inspection citations (58 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D April 16, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 22, 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 February 2, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 7, 2025
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Corrected September 5, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 7, 2025
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected September 5, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D August 7, 2025
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected September 5, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 7, 2025
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected September 5, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 7, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected September 5, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 7, 2025
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Corrected September 5, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 7, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected September 5, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 7, 2025
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected September 5, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E August 7, 2025
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected September 5, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E August 7, 2025
Ensure 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.
Corrected September 5, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F August 7, 2025
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Corrected September 5, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D August 7, 2025
Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.
Corrected September 5, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D August 7, 2025
Ensure 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.
Corrected September 5, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D August 7, 2025
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected September 5, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F August 7, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected September 5, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D August 7, 2025
Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.
Corrected September 5, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 7, 2025
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected September 5, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E August 7, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected September 5, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D August 7, 2025
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Corrected September 5, 2025 · Environmental
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Actual harm · G June 30, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected July 28, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E June 30, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected July 28, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E June 30, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected July 28, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D June 30, 2025 · found via complaint
Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff members.
Corrected July 28, 2025 · Administration
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| June 30, 2025 | Fine | $8,446 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 555701 · certified since May 21, 1997. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.