nursing home in Los Angeles, CA

Highland Park Skilled Nursing and Wellness Center

5125 Monte Vista St., Los Angeles, CA 90042 · (323) 254-6125

★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★3
  • Staffing★★★★★1
  • Quality measures★★★★★4

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

Highland Park Skilled Nursing and Wellness Center at a glance

Highland Park Skilled Nursing and Wellness Center is a 59-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 4.3 hours of nursing care per day (0.3 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 4.5 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (March 12, 2026) found 21 health citations. The California average is 15.5.

It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Corporation
Beds
59
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
Pacific Healthcare Holdings
Medicare-certified since
February 13, 1984
Resident/family council
Resident
County
Los Angeles County
CMS Certification Number
555165

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)3 / 52.8 / 52.8 / 5Average
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)1 / 53.3 / 52.9 / 5Worse
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 54.1 / 53.6 / 5Average
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)4 / 54.4 / 53.8 / 5Average
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)5 / 53.6 / 53.3 / 5Better

Staffing

This facility4.32 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)4.32 hrs4.52 hrs3.86 hrsBetter
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.30 hrs0.67 hrs0.69 hrsWorse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.50 hrs2.65 hrs2.32 hrsBetter
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)3.84 hrs4.09 hrs3.42 hrsBetter

Inspections

This facility21California 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)21169Worse
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)643Worse
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)94105.880.6Worse

Penalties

This facility0California 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)011Better
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$0$23,986$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better

Size

MeasureThis facilityCalifornia avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds5999107
Average residents per day548886
Occupancy91%88.4%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility0%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)0%1.6%3.2%Better
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)9.2%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)0%1.2%1.6%Better
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)0%0.8%0.8%Better
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)22.7%10.2%13.9%Worse
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)23.2%9.8%14.1%Worse
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)7.4%4%5.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)23.6%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)14.4%13.7%19.5%Better
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)4.9%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)99.5%98.6%93.6%Better

Short-stay residents

This facility0%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)0%1.5%1.6%Better
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)86%93.2%79.8%Better
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)89.6%94.4%82%Better

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 55 health deficiencies and 9 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
July 1, 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
Corrected July 14, 2026
June 24, 2026
Complaint
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 June 25, 2026
June 24, 2026
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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 25, 2026
March 12, 2026
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 March 19, 2026
March 12, 2026
Fire safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 20, 2026
March 12, 2026
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
C
No harm, widespread
Corrected March 19, 2026
March 12, 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 March 20, 2026
March 12, 2026
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 March 17, 2026
March 12, 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 17, 2026
March 12, 2026
Standard
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 17, 2026
March 12, 2026
Standard
Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0813
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 17, 2026
March 12, 2026
Standard
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 17, 2026
March 12, 2026
Standard
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 17, 2026
March 12, 2026
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 March 17, 2026
March 12, 2026
Standard
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0605
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 17, 2026
March 12, 2026
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 17, 2026
March 12, 2026
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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 17, 2026
March 12, 2026
Standard
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 17, 2026
March 12, 2026
Standard
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0685
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 17, 2026
March 12, 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 March 17, 2026
March 12, 2026
Standard
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 17, 2026
March 12, 2026
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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 17, 2026
March 12, 2026
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 March 17, 2026
January 8, 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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 27, 2026
November 20, 2025
Complaint
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0605
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 5, 2025
February 26, 2025
Complaint
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 March 13, 2025
February 26, 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 March 14, 2025
February 26, 2025
Complaint
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732
B
No harm, pattern
Corrected March 14, 2025
February 13, 2025
Fire safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected February 14, 2025
February 13, 2025
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected February 17, 2025
February 13, 2025
Fire safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected February 17, 2025
February 13, 2025
Fire safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 14, 2025
February 13, 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 15, 2025
February 13, 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 15, 2025
February 13, 2025
Standard
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected February 15, 2025
February 13, 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 March 7, 2025
February 13, 2025
Standard
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0814
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected February 15, 2025
February 13, 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 15, 2025
February 13, 2025
Standard
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 15, 2025
February 13, 2025
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 15, 2025
February 13, 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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 15, 2025
February 13, 2025
Standard
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 15, 2025
February 13, 2025
Standard
Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0813
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 7, 2025
February 13, 2025
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 February 15, 2025
February 13, 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 February 15, 2025
October 29, 2024
Complaint
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 November 19, 2024
March 29, 2024
Fire safety
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0223
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 5, 2024
March 29, 2024
Standard
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 20, 2024
March 29, 2024
Standard
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.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0887
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 20, 2024
March 29, 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 April 20, 2024
March 29, 2024
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 April 20, 2024
March 29, 2024
Standard
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0676
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 20, 2024
March 29, 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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 20, 2024
March 29, 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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 20, 2024
March 29, 2024
Standard
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 20, 2024
March 29, 2024
Standard
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 25, 2024
March 29, 2024
Standard
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 20, 2024
March 29, 2024
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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 20, 2024
March 29, 2024
Standard
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected April 20, 2024
March 29, 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 April 20, 2024
March 29, 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 April 25, 2024
March 29, 2024
Standard
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732
B
No harm, pattern
Corrected April 20, 2024
November 20, 2023
Complaint
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 November 22, 2023
November 20, 2023
Complaint
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 November 22, 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.

NameRoleShareSince
PACIFIC HEALTHCARE HOLDINGS, INC.
Organization
5% or greater direct ownership interest99%02/13/2008
CORPORATE INTERFACE SERVICES LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE04/15/2025
ERETZ HIGHLAND PARK PROPERTIES LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE01/28/2020
PANOSSIAN, AYUNA
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE10/21/2021
RECHNITZ, SHLOMO
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE02/15/2008
ROCKPORT ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES, LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE04/15/2025
VACA, ERIC
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE03/03/2025
BRIUS LLC
Organization
direct ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE02/15/2008
CORPORATE INTERFACE SERVICES LLC
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE03/18/2024
PANOSSIAN, AYUNA
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE10/21/2021
RECHNITZ, SHLOMO
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE02/15/2008
ROCKPORT ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES, LLC
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE02/15/2008
VACA, ERIC
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE03/03/2025

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Frequently asked questions

What is Highland Park Skilled Nursing and Wellness Center's rating?

Highland Park Skilled Nursing and Wellness Center 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 Highland Park Skilled Nursing and Wellness Center receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 21 citations, compared with a California average of 15.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Highland Park Skilled Nursing and Wellness Center 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 Highland Park Skilled Nursing and Wellness Center?

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

Where is Highland Park Skilled Nursing and Wellness Center and how do I contact it?

Highland Park Skilled Nursing and Wellness Center is at 5125 Monte Vista St., Los Angeles, CA 90042. Phone: (323) 254-6125.

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.