Los Palos Post-Acute Care Center
1430 West 6th Street · San Pedro, CA · 90732 · 3108326431
99 certified beds For profit - Corporation
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
Red flags
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 1 time under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
Medicare/Medicaid payments were denied
CMS refused payment for new admissions for a period — one of its strongest enforcement tools.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.32 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.38 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 4.01 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 46% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $6,351 |
Inspection citations (67 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D January 16, 2026 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Corrected February 13, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 30, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected November 21, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 30, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected November 21, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E September 22, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected October 7, 2025 · Infection Control
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Actual harm · G May 9, 2025
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected June 8, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 9, 2025
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected June 8, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 9, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected June 8, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 9, 2025
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected June 8, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 9, 2025
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected June 8, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E May 9, 2025
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected June 8, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E May 9, 2025
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected June 8, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D May 9, 2025
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected June 8, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E May 9, 2025
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected June 8, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D May 9, 2025
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Corrected June 8, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E May 9, 2025
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected June 8, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D May 9, 2025
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected June 8, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E May 9, 2025
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Corrected June 8, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D May 9, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected June 8, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D May 9, 2025
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected June 8, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D May 9, 2025
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected June 8, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D January 23, 2025 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected February 21, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 23, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected February 21, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D November 12, 2024 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected December 9, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D October 1, 2024 · found via complaint
Let each resident or the resident's legal representative access or purchase copies of all the resident's records.
Corrected October 31, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 16, 2024 · found via complaint
Let each resident or the resident's legal representative access or purchase copies of all the resident's records.
Corrected October 14, 2024 · Resident Rights
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| May 9, 2025 | Payment Denial | 1 days |
| December 11, 2023 | Fine | $6,351 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 055527 · certified since January 13, 1967. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.