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BERKLEY EAST HEALTHCARE CENTER

2021 ARIZONA AVE, SANTA MONICA, CA 90404
Score: 29 / 100

With a score of 29/100, Berkley East Healthcare Center ranks in the bottom tier of California nursing facilities, earning an F grade. CMS data highlights significant concerns that prospective residents and families should thoroughly evaluate.

Berkley East Healthcare Center provides above-average staffing with 4.28 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 146 deficiencies at Berkley East Healthcare Center, including 3 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights..

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 16 / 40 pts
2 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 5 / 25 pts
1 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 8 / 20 pts
2 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 15 / 15 pts
5 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 4.28 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.28 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 1.50 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.50 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.94 3.8 Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.21 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

146
Total Deficiencies
Jun 8, 2025
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 143 Moderate 🔴 3 Serious
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0550 Severity D
    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
    Jun 8, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0627 Severity D
    Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
    Apr 30, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0656 Severity D
    Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
    Apr 28, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0686 Severity D
    Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
    Apr 28, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0689 Severity D
    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    Mar 23, 2025 · 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 4.0% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 3.3% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 9.9% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 0.0% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 5.3% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 0.5% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 2.0% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

2 penalties recorded by CMS

Total fines: $58,205

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 29 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: 2★ → 8 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 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

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Certified Beds
207
Provider Type
Medicare
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Dec 18, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
16