nursing home in Covina, CA
Citrus Heights Health Center
161 S. Reeder Ave, Covina, CA 91724 · (626) 251-2316
★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★5
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Citrus Heights Health Center at a glance
Citrus Heights Health Center is a 32-bed for-profit nursing home in Covina, California (Los Angeles County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the California average of 3.2.
Residents receive about 5.1 hours of nursing care per day (1.3 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4.5 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (June 24, 2026) found 9 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 - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 32
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- October 3, 2024
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Los Angeles County
- CMS Certification Number
- 555932
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 5.12 hrs | 4.52 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.29 hrs | 0.67 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.87 hrs | 2.65 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.50 hrs | 4.09 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 9 | 16 | 9 | Average |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 46 | 105.8 | 80.6 | Better |
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 | 32 | 99 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 30 | 88 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 94.1% | 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% | 1.6% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 1.8% | 4.3% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0% | 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) | 6.1% | 10.2% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 11.2% | 9.8% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 0% | 4% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 1.9% | 7.3% | 12.8% | Better |
| 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) | 0% | 13.7% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 0% | 10.2% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 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% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 94% | 94.4% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 25 health deficiencies and 10 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 22, 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 August 12, 2026 |
| June 24, 2026 Fire safety | Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0025 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected July 21, 2026 |
| June 24, 2026 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected July 23, 2026 |
| June 24, 2026 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected July 20, 2026 |
| June 24, 2026 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 23, 2026 |
| June 24, 2026 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 23, 2026 |
| June 24, 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 July 23, 2026 |
| June 24, 2026 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 July 23, 2026 |
| June 24, 2026 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 July 23, 2026 |
| June 24, 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 July 23, 2026 |
| June 24, 2026 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 23, 2026 |
| June 24, 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 July 23, 2026 |
| August 6, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 28, 2025 |
| August 6, 2025 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 28, 2025 |
| August 6, 2025 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 28, 2025 |
| August 6, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 28, 2025 |
| August 6, 2025 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 August 28, 2025 |
| August 6, 2025 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 August 28, 2025 |
| August 6, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 28, 2025 |
| August 6, 2025 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 28, 2025 |
| August 6, 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 August 28, 2025 |
| August 6, 2025 Standard | Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0851 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 28, 2025 |
| August 6, 2025 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 August 28, 2025 |
| August 6, 2025 Standard | Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0745 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 28, 2025 |
| August 6, 2025 Standard | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 28, 2025 |
| August 6, 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 August 28, 2025 |
| August 6, 2025 Standard | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 28, 2025 |
| September 13, 2024 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 3, 2024 |
| September 13, 2024 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 3, 2024 |
| September 13, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 3, 2024 |
| September 13, 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 October 3, 2024 |
| September 13, 2024 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 October 3, 2024 |
| September 13, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 3, 2024 |
| September 13, 2024 Standard | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0814 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 3, 2024 |
| September 13, 2024 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 3, 2024 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| MASONIC HOMES OF CALIFORNIA Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 10/01/2018 |
| ADAMSON, LARRY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/15/2016 |
| BALBIANI, MARIO Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/15/2021 |
| BEAR, JEFFERY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/15/2018 |
| BEZNER, BRIAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/15/2021 |
| CASALOU, ALLAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2008 |
| CHARLAND, GARY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2013 |
| CROSS, CHARLES Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/15/2021 |
| DIAZ, ROBERTO Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/15/2021 |
| HATFIELD, ERIC Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/15/2019 |
| HUNTER, CAROL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/06/2022 |
| MALOYAN, ARA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/15/2020 |
| METROKA, G. Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/15/2020 |
| MULDOON, PATRICK Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2020 |
| PARINAS, MARK Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/15/2020 |
| PEARE, GARY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/15/2022 |
| RICK, BRUCE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/15/2021 |
| SALAZAR, ARTHUR Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/22/2022 |
| BALBIANI, MARIO Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/15/2021 |
| GONZAGA, VINCENT Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/31/2022 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Citrus Heights Health Center's rating?
Citrus Heights Health Center has 5 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 Citrus Heights Health Center 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 Citrus Heights Health 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 Citrus Heights Health Center?
It is for profit - limited liability company. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Citrus Heights Health Center and how do I contact it?
Citrus Heights Health Center is at 161 S. Reeder Ave, Covina, CA 91724. Phone: (626) 251-2316.
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.