Pacific Palms Healthcare faces challenges in its CMS ratings, earning a D grade with a score of 50/100. The facility ranks in the 39th percentile among California nursing homes, suggesting significant room for improvement.
Pacific Palms Healthcare provides above-average staffing with 4.35 total nurse hours per resident per day. Higher staffing levels are generally associated with better care outcomes and more attentive staff.
Recent inspections identified 65 deficiencies at Pacific Palms Healthcare. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 4.35 | 3.8 | Above Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.57 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1.09 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.69 | 2.4 | Above Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.90 | 3.8 | Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.48 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0755 Severity DProvide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.Dec 29, 2025 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
- Tag 0558 Severity EReasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.Nov 20, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0604 Severity EEnsure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.Nov 20, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation 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.Nov 20, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0658 Severity EEnsure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.Nov 20, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning 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 | 4.3% | 4.5% | Average |
| Falls with major injury | 0.5% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 2.5% | 14.5% | Better |
| Urinary tract infections | 0.3% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 3.0% | 14.0% | Better |
| Excessive weight loss | 0.3% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 5.4% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
1 penalty recorded by CMS
Total fines: $19,475
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of D is based on a score of 50 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 2★ → 16 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 1★ → 5 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 5★ → 20 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -5 pts
- Fine deductions: -1 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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