West Anaheim Medical Center D/P SNF
3033 W Orange Ave · Anaheim, CA · 92804 · 7142296852
22 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Prime Healthcare Hospital-based
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
The composite number cleared 78 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
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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: 5 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: not rated
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 11.35 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 3.19 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 10.41 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 13% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (46 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2026
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected April 24, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2026
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected April 24, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2026
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected April 24, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2026
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected April 24, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2026
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected April 6, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2026
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected April 24, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E March 27, 2026
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Corrected April 24, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2026
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
Corrected April 24, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E March 27, 2026
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected April 24, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2026
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected April 24, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E March 27, 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 April 24, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E March 27, 2026
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected April 24, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D March 27, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 24, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D January 9, 2025
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Corrected January 31, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 9, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected January 24, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D January 9, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected January 31, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D January 9, 2025
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected January 31, 2025 · Infection Control
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No harm found · B January 9, 2025
Honor 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.
Corrected January 31, 2025 · Resident Rights
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No harm found · B January 9, 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 January 31, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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No harm found · B January 9, 2025
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected January 31, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 7, 2024 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected November 21, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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No harm found · B July 16, 2024 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected July 30, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D January 11, 2024
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected February 11, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 11, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected February 11, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 11, 2024
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected February 11, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 555883 · certified since September 23, 2014. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.