nursing home in Whittier, CA
Whittier Hills Health Care Ctr
10426 Bogardus Ave, Whittier, CA 90603 · (562) 947-7817
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Whittier Hills Health Care Ctr at a glance
Whittier Hills Health Care Ctr is a 160-bed for-profit nursing home in Whittier, California (Los Angeles County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the California average of 3.2.
Residents receive about 4.3 hours of nursing care per day (0.4 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 4.5 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (February 26, 2026) found 29 health citations. The California average is 15.5.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 36.2% per year (state average 36.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 160
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- The Ensign Group
- Medicare-certified since
- December 31, 1971
- Resident/family council
- None
- County
- Los Angeles County
- CMS Certification Number
- 055430
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.26 hrs | 4.52 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.37 hrs | 0.67 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.68 hrs | 2.65 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.91 hrs | 4.09 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 36.2% | 36.7% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 14.3% | 38.1% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 2 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 29 | 16 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 9 | 4 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 142 | 105.8 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $23,986 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 160 | 99 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 154 | 88 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 96.3% | 88.4% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 0.4% | 1.6% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 12.1% | 4.3% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 5.5% | 12% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.4% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 1.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 15.7% | 10.2% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 16.7% | 9.8% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 2.7% | 4% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 18.7% | 7.3% | 12.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.4% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 7.9% | 13.7% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 21.3% | 10.2% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.5% | 98.2% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.8% | 98.6% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 95.4% | 93.2% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.8% | 94.4% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 73 health deficiencies and 11 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 9, 2026 Complaint | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 30, 2026 |
| April 16, 2026 Complaint | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 6, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 Complaint | Let each resident or the resident's legal representative access or purchase copies of all the resident's records. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0573 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 14, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 26, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 26, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 26, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Fire safety | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected February 26, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Fire safety | Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0346 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected February 26, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Fire safety | Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0354 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected February 26, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected February 26, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Standard | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 20, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 20, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Standard | Hire a qualified full-time social worker in a facility with more than 120 beds. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0850 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 20, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 20, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 20, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 26, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Standard | Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0640 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 20, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Standard | Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0849 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 25, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Standard | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 20, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 20, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Standard | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 24, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 20, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 24, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Standard | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 27, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 20, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Standard | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 20, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 24, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Standard | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0919 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 20, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Standard | Keep all essential equipment working safely. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0908 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 25, 2026 |
| February 26, 2026 Standard | Give residents a notice of rights, rules, services and charges. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0572 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 26, 2026 |
| January 8, 2026 Complaint | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 2, 2026 |
| January 8, 2026 Complaint | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 2, 2026 |
| December 16, 2025 Complaint | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 13, 2026 |
| November 25, 2025 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 11, 2025 |
| November 13, 2025 Complaint | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 4, 2025 |
| November 13, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 5, 2025 |
| April 18, 2025 Complaint | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 9, 2025 |
| January 10, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 7, 2025 |
| January 10, 2025 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 7, 2025 |
| January 10, 2025 Standard | Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0638 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 7, 2025 |
| January 10, 2025 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 7, 2025 |
| January 10, 2025 Standard | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0921 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 7, 2025 |
| January 10, 2025 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 7, 2025 |
| January 10, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 7, 2025 |
| January 10, 2025 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 7, 2025 |
| January 10, 2025 Standard | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 7, 2025 |
| January 10, 2025 Standard | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 7, 2025 |
| January 10, 2025 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 7, 2025 |
| January 10, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 7, 2025 |
| January 10, 2025 Standard | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 7, 2025 |
| January 10, 2025 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 7, 2025 |
| January 10, 2025 Standard | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 7, 2025 |
| January 10, 2025 Standard | Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0636 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 7, 2025 |
| January 10, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 7, 2025 |
| January 10, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 7, 2025 |
| January 10, 2025 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 7, 2025 |
| January 10, 2025 Standard | Have policies on smoking. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0926 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 7, 2025 |
| January 10, 2025 Standard | The resident has the right to receive notices in a format and a language he or she understands. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0574 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected February 7, 2025 |
| January 10, 2025 Standard | Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0577 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected February 7, 2025 |
| January 11, 2024 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 1, 2024 |
| January 11, 2024 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 1, 2024 |
| January 11, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 5, 2024 |
| January 11, 2024 Standard | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 5, 2024 |
| January 11, 2024 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 5, 2024 |
| January 11, 2024 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 5, 2024 |
| January 11, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 5, 2024 |
| January 11, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 5, 2024 |
| January 11, 2024 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 5, 2024 |
| January 11, 2024 Standard | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 5, 2024 |
| January 11, 2024 Standard | Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0604 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 5, 2024 |
| January 11, 2024 Standard | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 5, 2024 |
| January 11, 2024 Standard | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 5, 2024 |
| January 11, 2024 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 5, 2024 |
| January 11, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 5, 2024 |
| January 11, 2024 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 5, 2024 |
| January 11, 2024 Standard | Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0809 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 5, 2024 |
| January 11, 2024 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 5, 2024 |
| January 11, 2024 Standard | Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0825 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 5, 2024 |
| January 11, 2024 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 5, 2024 |
| January 11, 2024 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 5, 2024 |
| January 11, 2024 Standard | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 5, 2024 |
| October 26, 2023 Complaint | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 22, 2023 |
| October 25, 2023 Complaint | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 22, 2023 |
| September 15, 2023 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 12, 2023 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| BOGARDUS HEALTH HOLDINGS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2000 |
| CARETRUST GP LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2000 |
| CARETRUST REIT INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2000 |
| CTR PARTNERSHIP LP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2000 |
| ENSIGN SERVICES INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2002 |
| KIM, JESSE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2025 |
| MAGUIRE, MICHAEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2009 |
| PORT, BARRY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/22/2015 |
| BURNAM, SOON Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2018 |
| KEETCH, CHAD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2014 |
| WILLITS, ADAM Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/09/2024 |
| FLAGSTONE HEALTHCARE SOUTH LLC Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2006 |
| THE ENSIGN GROUP INC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/30/2006 |
| KIM, JESSE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2025 |
| MAGUIRE, MICHAEL Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2009 |
| KIM, JESSE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2025 |
| MAGUIRE, MICHAEL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2009 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Whittier Hills Health Care Ctr's rating?
Whittier Hills Health Care Ctr has 2 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for California nursing homes is 3.2 stars.
How many inspection citations did Whittier Hills Health Care Ctr receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 29 citations, compared with a California average of 15.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Whittier Hills Health Care Ctr accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Whittier Hills Health Care Ctr?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of The Ensign Group. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Whittier Hills Health Care Ctr and how do I contact it?
Whittier Hills Health Care Ctr is at 10426 Bogardus Ave, Whittier, CA 90603. Phone: (562) 947-7817.
About this data
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