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Prime Healthcare
Nursing home chain, as named in the CMS provider file.
Prime Healthcare operates 6 Medicare-certified nursing homes in 3 states, with 558 certified beds; the largest presence is in California, Illinois and New Jersey.
33% of its facilities are rated 1 or 2 stars overall (national: 41%). Citations run at 34.8 per 100 beds against 26.8 nationally, and fines in the period covered total $257K.
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. Data processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026. Chain membership is as recorded by CMS and can lag ownership changes.
| Measure | Prime Healthcare | US |
|---|---|---|
| Median overall rating | 5 | 3 |
| Median citations per facility | 40 | 23 |
| Median nurse hours per resident day | 7.6 | 3.7 |
| Median nursing turnover | 17.1% | 44.9% |
| Facilities with the abuse icon | 1 | 1426 |
Rating distribution
States
| State | Facilities |
|---|---|
| California | 3 |
| Illinois | 2 |
| New Jersey | 1 |
Most-cited tags
| Tag | Requirement | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | 19 |
| F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | 14 |
| F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | 11 |
| F0761 | 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. | 9 |
| F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | 8 |
| F0693 | 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. | 7 |
| F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | 7 |
| F0694 | Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed. | 6 |
Penalties by year
Facilities
| Facility | City | State | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Encino Hospital Medical Center D/P SNF | Encino | CA | 28 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 24 | 85.7 | — | 4 Dec 2025 |
| Sherman Oaks Hospital SNF Dp | Sherman Oaks | CA | 22 | 3 | 3 | 4 | 33 | 150.0 | — | 13 Apr 2025 |
| West Anaheim Medical Center D/P SNF | Anaheim | CA | 28 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 46 | 164.3 | — | 27 Mar 2026 |
| Avantara Joliet | Joliet | IL | 154 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 40 | 26.0 | $34K | 24 Dec 2025 |
| Harmony Park Ridgeabuse icon | Park Ridge | IL | 298 | 1 | 2 | 1 | 45 | 15.1 | $223K | 4 Jun 2026 |
| Dwelling Place At St Clares | Dover | NJ | 28 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 6 | 21.4 | — | 10 Apr 2025 |
Questions and answers
How many nursing homes does Prime Healthcare operate?
6 Medicare-certified facilities in 3 states, with 558 certified beds, according to the chain name in the CMS provider file.
How are Prime Healthcare facilities rated?
33% are rated 1–2 stars overall and 3 hold 5 stars; the median overall rating is 5. Nationally 41% are rated 1–2 stars.
Has Prime Healthcare been fined?
CMS lists 8 fines totalling $257K and 3 payment denials across its facilities in the period the penalties file covers.