Pasadena Palace Tcu has received an F grade based on CMS data, with a score of 25/100 — placing it among the lowest-rated nursing facilities in California. Families considering this Pasadena facility should carefully review its inspection history and quality metrics.
Pasadena Palace Tcu provides above-average staffing with 5.20 total nurse hours per resident per day. Higher staffing levels are generally associated with better care outcomes and more attentive staff.
Recent CMS inspections identified 90 deficiencies at Pasadena Palace Tcu, including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: 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 f.
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 5.20 | 3.8 | Above Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.58 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1.35 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 3.28 | 2.4 | Above Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 5.00 | 3.8 | Above Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.39 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0693 Severity DEnsure 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 fDec 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0645 Severity EPASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual DisabilitiesNov 18, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0812 Severity EProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Nov 18, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
- Tag 0813 Severity EHave a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.Nov 18, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
- Tag 0880 Severity EProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Nov 18, 2025 · Infection Control 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 | 5.2% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 0.9% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 24.2% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 1.9% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 22.4% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 13.3% | 7.5% | Worse |
| New/worsened incontinence | 7.1% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
1 penalty recorded by CMS
Total fines: $27,808
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 25 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: 1★ → 3 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -5 pts
- Fine deductions: -2 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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