White Memorial Medical Ctr Dp
1720 Cesar E. Chavez Avenue · Los Angeles, CA · 90033 · 3232685000
27 certified beds Non profit - Church related Chain: Adventist Health Hospital-based
Why this verdict
- Staffing levels are well below research benchmarks for safe care.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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Red flags
No standard inspection in over 2 years
The inspection record here is older than usual — conditions may have changed since.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: not rated
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | — | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | — | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | — | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | — | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (18 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E May 19, 2024
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected June 12, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 19, 2024
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected June 12, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 19, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected June 12, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E May 19, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected June 13, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E May 19, 2024
Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
Corrected June 12, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D June 18, 2023
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected July 13, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 18, 2023
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected July 13, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 18, 2023
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected July 13, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 18, 2023
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected July 13, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 18, 2023
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected July 13, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 18, 2023
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
Corrected July 13, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E June 18, 2023
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Corrected July 13, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E June 18, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected July 13, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D January 9, 2020
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected January 31, 2020 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 9, 2020
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected January 31, 2020 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 9, 2020
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected January 31, 2020 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D January 9, 2020
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected January 31, 2020 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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No harm found · B January 9, 2020
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected January 31, 2020 · Resident Rights
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 555312 · certified since August 29, 1988. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.