Vernon Healthcare Center
1037 W. Vernon Avenue · Los Angeles, CA · 90037 · 3232324895
99 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Pacific Healthcare Holdings
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Staffing levels are well below research benchmarks for safe care.
- Federal penalties on record: $124,799 in fines in the last 24 months.
- 3 citations involved actual harm to residents.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
1 abuse-related citation at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
$124,799 in federal fines in the last 24 months
2 fines — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
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Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | — | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | — | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | — | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | — | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 3 · $178,438 |
Inspection citations (98 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D January 28, 2026 · found via complaint
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.
Corrected February 13, 2026 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D January 9, 2026
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected January 21, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 9, 2026
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected January 21, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 9, 2026
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected January 21, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 9, 2026
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected January 21, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 9, 2026
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected January 21, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 9, 2026
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 January 21, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D January 9, 2026
Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
Corrected January 21, 2026 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E January 9, 2026
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected January 21, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D January 9, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected January 21, 2026 · Infection Control
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No harm found · B January 9, 2026
Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.
Corrected January 21, 2026 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D December 9, 2025 · found via complaint
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Corrected December 31, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 9, 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 December 31, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 9, 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 December 31, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D September 12, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
Corrected September 18, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 1, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Corrected August 18, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 1, 2025 · found via complaint
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected August 18, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D August 1, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected August 18, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 6, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Corrected June 30, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Immediate jeopardy · J May 5, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
Corrected May 6, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 10, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected April 25, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 13, 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 March 27, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected March 5, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D February 20, 2025 · found via complaint
Implement 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.
Corrected March 5, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D January 10, 2025
Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.
Corrected January 27, 2025 · Resident Rights
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| April 10, 2025 | Fine | $17,345 |
| July 31, 2024 | Fine | $107,454 |
| July 31, 2024 | Payment Denial | 45 days |
| May 24, 2024 | Fine | $53,639 |
| May 24, 2024 | Payment Denial | 24 days |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 055167 · certified since January 1, 1967. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.