Alvarado Care Center has received an F grade based on CMS data, with a score of 15/100 — placing it among the lowest-rated nursing facilities in California. Families considering this Los Angeles facility should carefully review its inspection history and quality metrics.
Staffing at Alvarado Care Center is near the national average, with 3.90 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).
Recent CMS inspections identified 62 deficiencies at Alvarado Care Center, including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.90 | 3.8 | Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.43 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1.00 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.47 | 2.4 | Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.64 | 3.8 | Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.36 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0605 Severity EPrevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.Jan 22, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0641 Severity EEnsure each resident receives an accurate assessment.Jan 22, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- 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.Jan 22, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0657 Severity EDevelop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.Jan 22, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0689 Severity EEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Jan 22, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care 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 | 3.9% | 4.5% | Better |
| Falls with major injury | 1.0% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 41.8% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 0.0% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 9.8% | 14.0% | Better |
| Excessive weight loss | 14.1% | 7.5% | Worse |
| New/worsened incontinence | 7.2% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
2 penalties recorded by CMS
Total fines: $52,457
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 15 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: 2★ → 8 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -10 pts
- Fine deductions: -5 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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