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WESTLAKE CONVALESCENT HOSPITAL

316 S WESTLAKE AVENUE, LOS ANGELES, CA 90057
Score: 87 / 100

Westlake Convalescent Hospital is one of the top-rated nursing facilities in Los Angeles, California, earning an A grade based on CMS data. With a score of 87/100, it ranks in the top 15% of facilities statewide — a strong indicator of quality care.

Westlake Convalescent Hospital provides above-average staffing with 6.55 total nurse hours per resident per day. Higher staffing levels are generally associated with better care outcomes and more attentive staff.

Recent inspections identified 38 deficiencies at Westlake Convalescent Hospital. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 40 / 40 pts
5 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 20 / 25 pts
4 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 12 / 20 pts
3 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 15 / 15 pts
5 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 6.55 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.69 0.7 Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 2.71 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 3.15 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 6.14 3.8 Above Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.64 0.7 Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

38
Total Deficiencies
Jul 17, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 38 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0689 Severity E
    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    Jul 17, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0803 Severity E
    Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the nee
    Jul 17, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0812 Severity E
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Jul 17, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0814 Severity E
    Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
    Jul 17, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0644 Severity D
    Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
    Jul 17, 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 14.8% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 0.0% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 16.5% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 2.7% 2.5% Average
ADL decline (daily activities) 1.1% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 8.7% 7.5% Worse
New/worsened incontinence 1.7% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 87 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 5★ → 40 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 4★ → 20 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
114
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Jul 17, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
10