D

Desert Canyon Post Acute, LLC

1642 WEST AVENUE J, LANCASTER, CA 93534
Score: 41 / 100

Desert Canyon Post Acute, Llc faces challenges in its CMS ratings, earning a D grade with a score of 41/100. The facility ranks in the 28th percentile among California nursing homes, suggesting significant room for improvement.

Staffing at Desert Canyon Post Acute, Llc is near the national average, with 4.13 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).

Recent inspections identified 104 deficiencies at Desert Canyon Post Acute, Llc. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 8 / 40 pts
1 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 5 / 25 pts
1 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 16 / 20 pts
4 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 12 / 15 pts
4 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 4.13 3.8 Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.50 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 1.07 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.56 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.73 3.8 Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.33 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

104
Total Deficiencies
Dec 2, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
⚪ 4 Minor 🟠 100 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0627 Severity D
    Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
    Dec 2, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0686 Severity E
    Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    Nov 30, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0580 Severity D
    Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
    Nov 30, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0584 Severity D
    Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for d
    Nov 30, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0813 Severity D
    Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.
    Nov 30, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.

Measure This Facility Nat'l Avg
Residents with pressure ulcers 3.8% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 0.0% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 14.6% 14.5% Average
Urinary tract infections 0.0% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 6.8% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 3.0% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 3.5% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of D is based on a score of 41 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 1★ → 8 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 1★ → 5 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Certified Beds
99
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
No
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Nov 21, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
30