Lighthouse Healthcare Center has received an F grade based on CMS data, with a score of 35/100 — 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.
Lighthouse Healthcare Center provides above-average staffing with 4.89 total nurse hours per resident per day. Higher staffing levels are generally associated with better care outcomes and more attentive staff.
Recent inspections identified 71 deficiencies at Lighthouse Healthcare Center. 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 | 4.89 | 3.8 | Above Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.29 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 1.09 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 3.51 | 2.4 | Above Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 4.00 | 3.8 | Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.19 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0812 Severity FProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Jun 4, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
- Tag 0677 Severity EProvide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.Jun 4, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0690 Severity EProvide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to preventJun 4, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0759 Severity EEnsure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.Jun 4, 2025 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
- Tag 0760 Severity EEnsure that residents are free from significant medication errors.Jun 4, 2025 · Pharmacy Service 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 | 1.8% | 4.5% | Better |
| Falls with major injury | 2.0% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 51.2% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 3.8% | 2.5% | Worse |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 17.3% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 9.8% | 7.5% | Worse |
| New/worsened incontinence | 4.8% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
2 penalties recorded by CMS
Total fines: $99,959
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 35 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 2★ → 16 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 2★ → 10 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -10 pts
- Fine deductions: -9 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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