Santa Monica Health Care Center is an average performer in CMS ratings, earning a C grade with a score of 64/100. Located in Santa Monica, California, the facility meets baseline standards across most quality metrics.
Santa Monica Health Care Center provides above-average staffing with 4.57 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 37 deficiencies at Santa Monica Health Care Center, including 2 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 4.57 | 3.8 | Above Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.46 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1.41 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.70 | 2.4 | Above Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 4.12 | 3.8 | Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.36 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0553 Severity EAllow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.Jan 22, 2026 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0740 Severity DEnsure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.Dec 30, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0812 Severity EProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Sep 1, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
- Tag 0684 Severity DProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Sep 1, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0880 Severity DProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Sep 1, 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 | 7.0% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 5.3% | 3.0% | Worse |
| On antipsychotic medication | 16.7% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 0.9% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 24.3% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 0.9% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 11.9% | 45.0% | Better |
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of C is based on a score of 64 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 3★ → 24 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 3★ → 15 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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