nursing home in La Mesa, CA
Grossmont Gardens Healthcare Center
5480 Marengo Ave, La Mesa, CA 91942 · (619) 463-0281
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspectionsNot rated
- StaffingNot rated
- Quality measuresNot rated
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Grossmont Gardens Healthcare Center at a glance
Grossmont Gardens Healthcare Center is a for-profit nursing home in La Mesa, California (San Diego County).
CMS has not published a overall star rating for this nursing home, usually because it has too little recent data.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- March 16, 2026
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- San Diego County
- CMS Certification Number
- 555940
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 |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 16 health deficiencies and 6 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 12, 2026 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0911 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 26, 2026 |
| February 12, 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 12, 2026 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 26, 2026 |
| February 12, 2026 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 26, 2026 |
| February 12, 2026 Fire safety | Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0006 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected February 26, 2026 |
| February 12, 2026 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected February 26, 2026 |
| February 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 16, 2026 |
| February 12, 2026 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 March 16, 2026 |
| February 12, 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 16, 2026 |
| February 12, 2026 Standard | Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0810 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 16, 2026 |
| February 12, 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 March 16, 2026 |
| February 12, 2026 Standard | Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0865 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 16, 2026 |
| February 12, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 16, 2026 |
| February 12, 2026 Standard | Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0909 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 16, 2026 |
| February 12, 2026 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 16, 2026 |
| February 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 16, 2026 |
| February 12, 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 16, 2026 |
| February 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 16, 2026 |
| February 12, 2026 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 16, 2026 |
| February 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 16, 2026 |
| February 12, 2026 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 16, 2026 |
| February 12, 2026 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 16, 2026 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BENDER, JAMES Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 10% | 02/16/2023 |
| LAM, ADRIAN Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 10% | 02/16/2023 |
| LAM, DONALD Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 70% | 02/16/2023 |
| SHAH, MANISH Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 10% | 02/16/2023 |
| BENDER, JAMES Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/16/2023 |
| LAM, ADRIAN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/16/2023 |
| LAM, DONALD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/16/2023 |
| SHAH, MANISH Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/16/2023 |
| BENDER, JAMES Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/16/2023 |
| LAM, ADRIAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/16/2023 |
| LAM, DONALD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/16/2023 |
| SHAH, MANISH Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/16/2023 |
| BENDER, JAMES Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/16/2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Grossmont Gardens Healthcare Center's rating?
CMS has not published a star rating for Grossmont Gardens Healthcare Center. This usually means there is not enough recent data.
Does Grossmont Gardens Healthcare 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 Grossmont Gardens Healthcare Center?
It is for profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Grossmont Gardens Healthcare Center and how do I contact it?
Grossmont Gardens Healthcare Center is at 5480 Marengo Ave, La Mesa, CA 91942. Phone: (619) 463-0281.
About this data
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