Cottage Crest Post Acute has received an F grade based on CMS data, with a score of 17/100 — placing it among the lowest-rated nursing facilities in California. Families considering this Norwalk facility should carefully review its inspection history and quality metrics.
Cottage Crest Post Acute provides above-average staffing with 4.51 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 64 deficiencies at Cottage Crest Post Acute, including 2 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 4.51 | 3.8 | Above Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.63 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1.34 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.54 | 2.4 | Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.92 | 3.8 | Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.38 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0656 Severity EDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.May 29, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0690 Severity EProvide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to preventMay 29, 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.May 29, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
- Tag 0881 Severity EImplement a program that monitors antibiotic use.May 29, 2025 · Infection Control Deficiencies
- Tag 0880 Severity EProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.May 29, 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 | 6.8% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 0.0% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 3.0% | 14.5% | Better |
| Urinary tract infections | 2.0% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 9.7% | 14.0% | Better |
| Excessive weight loss | 2.9% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 24.4% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
4 penalties recorded by CMS
Total fines: $69,390
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 17 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: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -15 pts
- Fine deductions: -6 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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