nursing home in Los Angeles, CA

Olympia Convalescent Hospital

1100 S. Alvarado St, Los Angeles, CA 90006 · (213) 487-3000

★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★2
  • Staffing★★★★★3
  • Quality measures★★★★★2
  • Abuse citation

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

Olympia Convalescent Hospital at a glance

Olympia Convalescent Hospital is a 135-bed for-profit nursing home in Los Angeles, 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 4.1 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 4.5 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (July 30, 2026) found 9 health citations. The California average is 15.5.

Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $69,060.

Nursing staff turnover is 23.5% per year (state average 36.7%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Corporation
Beds
135
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Medicare-certified since
May 8, 1972
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Los Angeles County
CMS Certification Number
056321

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityCalifornia avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 53.2 / 53 / 5Worse
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 52.8 / 52.8 / 5Worse
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 53.3 / 52.9 / 5Average
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 54.1 / 53.6 / 5Worse
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)3 / 54.4 / 53.8 / 5Worse
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)1 / 53.6 / 53.3 / 5Worse

Staffing

This facility4.10 hrsCalifornia average4.52 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. California and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityCalifornia avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)4.10 hrs4.52 hrs3.86 hrsBetter
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.46 hrs0.67 hrs0.69 hrsWorse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.56 hrs2.65 hrs2.32 hrsBetter
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)3.87 hrs4.09 hrs3.42 hrsBetter
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)23.5%36.7%45.8%Better
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)42.1%38.1%42.9%Average
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)001Better

Inspections

This facility9California average16U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. California and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityCalifornia avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)9169Average
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)343Worse
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)133.3105.880.6Worse

Penalties

This facility2California average1U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. California and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityCalifornia avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)211Worse
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$69,060$23,986$30,972Worse
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)311Worse

Size

MeasureThis facilityCalifornia avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds13599107
Average residents per day1298886
Occupancy95.2%88.4%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility3.3%California average1.6%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. California and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityCalifornia avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)3.3%1.6%3.2%Average
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)3.9%4.3%4.6%Better
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)17.7%12%15.4%Worse
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)0%1.2%1.6%Better
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)1.5%0.8%0.8%Worse
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)11.3%10.2%13.9%Better
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)15.8%9.8%14.1%Worse
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)10%4%5.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)10%7.3%12.8%Better
Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better)2.2%0.4%0.1%Worse
Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better)9.2%13.7%19.5%Better
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)11.8%10.2%19%Better
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)100%98.2%95.5%Average
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)100%98.6%93.6%Better

Short-stay residents

This facility4.8%California average1.5%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. California and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityCalifornia avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)4.8%1.5%1.6%Worse
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)100%93.2%79.8%Better
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)100%94.4%82%Better

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 40 health deficiencies and 23 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".

DateCitationSeverityStatus
July 30, 2026
Fire safety
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 18, 2026
July 30, 2026
Fire safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 20, 2026
July 30, 2026
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 20, 2026
July 30, 2026
Fire safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 18, 2026
July 30, 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
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 20, 2026
July 30, 2026
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected August 20, 2026
July 30, 2026
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 August 20, 2026
July 30, 2026
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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 20, 2026
July 30, 2026
Standard
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected August 20, 2026
July 30, 2026
Standard
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected August 20, 2026
July 24, 2026
Complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609
D
Potential harm, isolated
Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction
July 24, 2026
Complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600
D
Potential harm, isolated
Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction
April 24, 2026
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
J
Immediate jeopardy, isolated
Corrected May 17, 2026
August 28, 2025
Complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 19, 2025
August 25, 2025
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 September 12, 2025
August 11, 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
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected September 4, 2025
May 16, 2025
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected June 12, 2025
May 16, 2025
Fire safety
Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0325
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 12, 2025
May 16, 2025
Fire safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 12, 2025
May 16, 2025
Fire safety
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 12, 2025
May 16, 2025
Fire safety
Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0911
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 12, 2025
May 16, 2025
Fire safety
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 12, 2025
May 16, 2025
Fire safety
Have a complete alarm system manually initiated and initiated by fire sprinkler system connection.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0342
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 12, 2025
May 16, 2025
Fire safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected June 12, 2025
May 16, 2025
Standard
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0908
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 13, 2025
May 16, 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 June 13, 2025
May 16, 2025
Standard
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 13, 2025
May 16, 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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 13, 2025
May 16, 2025
Standard
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 13, 2025
May 16, 2025
Standard
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 13, 2025
May 16, 2025
Standard
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0637
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 13, 2025
May 16, 2025
Standard
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 13, 2025
May 16, 2025
Standard
Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.
Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0912
B
No harm, pattern
Corrected June 13, 2025
January 16, 2025
Complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 6, 2025
November 15, 2024
Complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 6, 2024
June 17, 2024
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 July 28, 2024
May 2, 2024
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected June 5, 2024
May 2, 2024
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 5, 2024
May 2, 2024
Fire safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 5, 2024
May 2, 2024
Fire safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 5, 2024
May 2, 2024
Fire safety
Have a fire alarm with audible and visual signals that transmits the alarm automatically to notify emergency forces in event of fire.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0343
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 5, 2024
May 2, 2024
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 5, 2024
May 2, 2024
Fire safety
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 5, 2024
May 2, 2024
Fire safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 5, 2024
May 2, 2024
Fire safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 5, 2024
May 2, 2024
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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 5, 2024
May 2, 2024
Fire safety
Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0325
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 5, 2024
May 2, 2024
Standard
Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0802
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 1, 2024
May 2, 2024
Standard
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0801
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 1, 2024
May 2, 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 June 1, 2024
May 2, 2024
Standard
Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0557
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 1, 2024
May 2, 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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 1, 2024
May 2, 2024
Standard
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0805
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 1, 2024
May 2, 2024
Standard
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.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0803
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected June 1, 2024
May 2, 2024
Standard
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 1, 2024
May 2, 2024
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 1, 2024
May 2, 2024
Standard
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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 1, 2024
May 2, 2024
Standard
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 1, 2024
May 2, 2024
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 June 1, 2024
May 2, 2024
Standard
Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.
Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0912
B
No harm, pattern
Corrected June 1, 2024
January 22, 2024
Complaint
Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0801
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected February 23, 2024
January 22, 2024
Complaint
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 23, 2024
October 24, 2023
Complaint
Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0837
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected November 10, 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 3 federal penalties in the past three years, including $69,060 in fines.

DatePenaltyAmount / length
April 24, 2026Fine$60,615
August 11, 2025Payment Denial10 days from September 9, 2025
August 11, 2025Fine$8,445

Owners and managers

Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.

NameRoleShareSince
MAYER, HELENE
Individual
5% or greater direct ownership interest10%05/27/2012
NADEL, NORMAN
Individual
5% or greater direct ownership interest6%05/27/2012
WEISS, HADASSAH
Individual
5% or greater direct ownership interest26%05/27/2012
WEISS, RUTH
Individual
5% or greater direct ownership interest26%05/27/2012
LEE, DONG
Individual
contracted managing employeeNOT APPLICABLE01/15/2017
WEISS, MARTIN
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE05/27/2012
ALEXANDRE, CHARLES
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE05/17/2021
TER-HAKOBYAN, LAURA
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE06/29/2021
CANTOREGGI, MARCO
Individual
w-2 managing employeeNOT APPLICABLE11/14/2016

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Frequently asked questions

What is Olympia Convalescent Hospital's rating?

Olympia Convalescent Hospital 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 Olympia Convalescent Hospital receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 9 citations, compared with a California average of 15.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Olympia Convalescent Hospital 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 Olympia Convalescent Hospital?

It is for profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Olympia Convalescent Hospital and how do I contact it?

Olympia Convalescent Hospital is at 1100 S. Alvarado St, Los Angeles, CA 90006. Phone: (213) 487-3000.

About this data

Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.