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WHITTIER HOSPITAL MEDICAL CTR D/P SNF is a for profit - corporation facility in WHITTIER, CA with 22 certified beds and a 4-star overall CMS rating. The facility has 26 deficiency records on file.

9080 COLIMA ROAD, WHITTIER, CA 90605

Phone: 5629453561

Overall Rating

4/5

Health Inspection

4/5

Staffing

4/5

Quality Measures

N/A

Long-Stay Quality

N/A

Facility Information

Provider Number
555589
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Beds
22
Residents
19
In Hospital
Yes
County
Los Angeles
Last Inspection
Apr 25, 2025

Staffing Data

RN Hours
3.61 (nat'l avg: 0.68)
LPN Hours
2.72
CNA Hours
3.39
Total Nursing Hours
9.72 (nat'l avg: 3.89)
PT Hours
0.02
Nursing Turnover
27.6%
RN Turnover
21.4%

What the CMS Record Reveals About WHITTIER HOSPITAL MEDICAL CTR D/P SNF

WHITTIER HOSPITAL MEDICAL CTR D/P SNF operates 22 certified beds in WHITTIER, CA with approximately 19 residents currently in care, and carries a CMS overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars. The overall score is a composite of three weighted sub-ratings published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: health inspection results (4★), staffing levels (4★), and quality measures (N/A★). Because CMS caps the overall score at the health-inspection tier and then adjusts up or down based on staffing and quality, the sub-scores often tell a sharper story than the headline star count alone — a 3-star facility with weak inspection history reads differently from one held back by thin staffing.

The inspection file contains 26 deficiency records from recent surveys, of which 2 reached the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy threshold on the CMS scope-and-severity grid. No fines or payment denials have been assessed against this provider, suggesting issues — if any — did not rise to the enforcement threshold. Staffing is reported at 9.72 total nursing hours per resident day (national average 3.89), with RN coverage at 3.61 per resident day — the single staffing metric most strongly tied to resident outcomes in peer-reviewed literature.

Classified as "For profit - Corporation" ownership and operating as a "Medicare and Medicaid" provider embedded within a hospital campus, WHITTIER HOSPITAL MEDICAL CTR D/P SNF falls into a category where comparative context matters. National research consistently shows that ownership structure, staffing hours, and turnover are the three operational levers that correlate most strongly with resident outcomes — ratings and fines are lagging indicators of those upstream choices. Reported nursing turnover at this facility is 27.6%, within a range generally associated with stable care teams. For families evaluating this facility, the CMS record should be read alongside a site visit, direct conversation with current residents and their families, and review of the state health department's most recent inspection report — the star rating is a starting point, not a verdict. All data on this page is sourced from CMS Provider Data and the Nursing Home Compare program; always verify details directly with the facility or your state survey agency before making placement decisions.

Deficiency History (26 most recent)

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Apr 25, 2025 Tag: 0921

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

Category: Environmental Deficiencies

Corrected: May 18, 2025

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Apr 25, 2025 Tag: 0880

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: May 18, 2025

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Apr 25, 2025 Tag: 0812

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: May 18, 2025

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Apr 25, 2025 Tag: 0759

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: May 18, 2025

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Apr 25, 2025 Tag: 0755

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: May 18, 2025

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Apr 25, 2025 Tag: 0695

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: May 18, 2025

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Apr 25, 2025 Tag: 0693

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.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: May 18, 2025

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 30, 2024 Tag: 0658

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 28, 2024

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Apr 14, 2024 Tag: 0880

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: May 2, 2024

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Apr 14, 2024 Tag: 0812

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: May 2, 2024

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Apr 14, 2024 Tag: 0756

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: May 2, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Apr 14, 2024 Tag: 0695

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: May 2, 2024

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Apr 14, 2024 Tag: 0693

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.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: May 2, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Apr 14, 2024 Tag: 0656

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: May 2, 2024

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Apr 14, 2024 Tag: 0578

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.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: May 2, 2024

G — Isolated - Actual harm Mar 7, 2024 Tag: 0689

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 8, 2024

G — Isolated - Actual harm Mar 7, 2024 Tag: 0658

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 8, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 2, 2023 Tag: 0684

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Mar 30, 2023

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Aug 3, 2019 Tag: 0881

Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 27, 2019

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 3, 2019 Tag: 0880

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 27, 2019

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Aug 3, 2019 Tag: 0812

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 27, 2019

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 3, 2019 Tag: 0758

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.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 27, 2019

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 3, 2019 Tag: 0693

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.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 27, 2019

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 3, 2019 Tag: 0689

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 27, 2019

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 3, 2019 Tag: 0657

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 27, 2019

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 3, 2019 Tag: 0656

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 27, 2019

Quality Measures

Measure Type Score Used in Rating
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased Long Stay N/A Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight Long Stay 2.6% No
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay 0.0% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay 7.8% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms Long Stay 0.0% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained Long Stay 0.0% No
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay 0.0% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Long Stay 98.7% No
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Short Stay N/A No
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay N/A Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay N/A Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication Long Stay 59.7% No
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Long Stay N/A No
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Short Stay N/A No
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay 0.0% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence Long Stay 4.6% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay N/A Yes

Penalty History

No penalties on record.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall CMS rating for WHITTIER HOSPITAL MEDICAL CTR D/P SNF?
WHITTIER HOSPITAL MEDICAL CTR D/P SNF has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars. This rating combines health inspection results (4★), staffing levels (4★), and quality measures (null★).
What are the staffing levels at WHITTIER HOSPITAL MEDICAL CTR D/P SNF?
WHITTIER HOSPITAL MEDICAL CTR D/P SNF reports 9.72 total nursing hours per resident day (national average: 3.89). RN hours are 3.61 per resident day (national average: 0.68). Nursing staff turnover is 27.6%.
How many beds does WHITTIER HOSPITAL MEDICAL CTR D/P SNF have?
WHITTIER HOSPITAL MEDICAL CTR D/P SNF has 22 certified beds with approximately 19 residents. The facility is located at 9080 COLIMA ROAD, WHITTIER, CA 90605.
Does WHITTIER HOSPITAL MEDICAL CTR D/P SNF have any deficiencies on record?
Yes, WHITTIER HOSPITAL MEDICAL CTR D/P SNF has 26 deficiencies on record from recent inspections. Of these, 2 are classified as causing actual harm or jeopardy.
Has WHITTIER HOSPITAL MEDICAL CTR D/P SNF received any fines or penalties?
No, WHITTIER HOSPITAL MEDICAL CTR D/P SNF has no fines or penalties on record.
Who owns WHITTIER HOSPITAL MEDICAL CTR D/P SNF?
WHITTIER HOSPITAL MEDICAL CTR D/P SNF is classified as "For profit - Corporation" ownership. The facility type is "Medicare and Medicaid" and is located within a hospital.
When was WHITTIER HOSPITAL MEDICAL CTR D/P SNF last inspected?
The most recent health inspection for WHITTIER HOSPITAL MEDICAL CTR D/P SNF was on Apr 25, 2025. The facility received a health inspection rating of 4 out of 5 stars.
What quality measures are tracked for WHITTIER HOSPITAL MEDICAL CTR D/P SNF?
WHITTIER HOSPITAL MEDICAL CTR D/P SNF is evaluated on 17 quality measures, of which 8 are used in the CMS star rating calculation. These include measures for both long-stay and short-stay residents covering areas like infections, falls, pressure ulcers, and medication use.

Data Sources

Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare. Ratings, staffing, deficiency, quality measure, and penalty data are from CMS Provider Data. For informational purposes only. Always verify information directly with the facility or your state health department.

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