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Briarcrest Nursing Center

5648 East Gotham Street, Bell Gardens, CA 90201

CCN 056220 · For-profit, partnership · 135 certified beds · chain Cambridge Healthcare Services

Overall★★★★★
Health inspection★★★★★
Staffing★★★★★
Quality measures★★★★★

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. CMS processed this record on 1 Aug 2026. View the Care Compare record.

Certified for 135 beds, Briarcrest Nursing Center serves Bell Gardens in Los Angeles County, California and has taken Medicare and Medicaid residents since 1970.

CMS gives it 1 of 5 stars overall, below the California median of 3; the health inspection rating is 1, staffing 3 and quality measures 4.

Inspectors recorded 96 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (35, 31, 30 by cycle, most recent first), 4 of them at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. That is 71.1 per 100 beds, more than the state median of 51.1.

CMS lists 4 penalties in the period covered: fines totalling $79K and 2 payment denials.

Reported nurse staffing is 4.4 hours per resident per day (0.6 RN), close to the California median of 4.2; nursing staff turnover is 43.1%.

96health deficiencies, 3 survey cycles4 at actual harm or worse
$79Kfines listed by CMS4 penalties in period
4.4nurse hours per resident per daystate median 4.2
92%occupancy (residents ÷ beds)124 residents a day

Compared with county, state and nation

MeasureThis facilityLos Angeles Co. medianCalifornia medianUS average
Overall star rating1233.0
Health citations, 3 cycles96614428.7
Citations per 100 beds71.169.151.126.8
Total nurse hours per resident day4.44.34.23.9
RN hours per resident day0.60.40.50.7
Nursing staff turnover43.1%34.4%36.4%45.8%
Fines listed$78,684$12,831$0—

County and state figures are medians across facilities (369 in the county, 1165 in the state); the US column is the CMS national average where CMS publishes one.

Citations by survey cycle

Cycle 1 (latest)35
Cycle 231
Cycle 330

Dark bar: this facility. Grey bar: California average per facility for the same cycle, as published by CMS. Standard health survey dates: 4 Jun 2026, 13 Mar 2025.

Severity mix: J ×1 K ×1 G ×2 D ×73 E ×16 F ×3

Health deficiencies

Every health citation in the current CMS record (three survey cycles), most recent first. Tag text is the CMS requirement summary, not the inspection narrative.

Scope and severity letters (A–L)
Isolated
Pattern
Widespread
Immediate jeopardy
J
K
L
Actual harm
G
H
I
Potential for more than minimal harm
D
E
F
Potential for minimal harm
A
B
C

Survey dateTagWhat the tag requiresSeverityTypeCorrected
4 Jun 2026F0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.FStandard survey26 Jun 2026
4 Jun 2026F0695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.EStandard survey26 Jun 2026
4 Jun 2026F0761Ensure 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.EStandard survey26 Jun 2026
4 Jun 2026F0550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.DStandard survey26 Jun 2026
4 Jun 2026F0552Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.DStandard survey26 Jun 2026
4 Jun 2026F0580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.DStandard survey26 Jun 2026
4 Jun 2026F0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.DStandard survey26 Jun 2026
4 Jun 2026F0658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.DStandard survey26 Jun 2026
4 Jun 2026F0677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.DStandard survey26 Jun 2026
4 Jun 2026F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.DStandard survey26 Jun 2026
4 Jun 2026F0690Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.DStandard survey26 Jun 2026
4 Jun 2026F0692Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.DStandard survey26 Jun 2026
4 Jun 2026F0756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.DStandard survey26 Jun 2026
4 Jun 2026F0757Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.DStandard survey26 Jun 2026
4 Jun 2026F0803Ensure 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.DStandard survey26 Jun 2026
4 Jun 2026F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.DStandard survey26 Jun 2026
4 Jun 2026F0919Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.DStandard survey26 Jun 2026
19 May 2026F0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.DComplaint investigation4 Jun 2026
1 Apr 2026F0583Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.DComplaint investigation17 Apr 2026
26 Mar 2026F0580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.DComplaint investigation17 Apr 2026
26 Mar 2026F0628Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.DComplaint investigation17 Apr 2026
26 Mar 2026F0842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.DComplaint investigation17 Apr 2026
21 Jan 2026F0605Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.DComplaint investigation13 Feb 2026
21 Jan 2026F0607Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.DComplaint investigation13 Feb 2026
21 Jan 2026F0645PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual DisabilitiesDComplaint investigation13 Feb 2026
21 Jan 2026F0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.DComplaint investigation13 Feb 2026
21 Jan 2026F0700Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.DComplaint investigation13 Feb 2026
5 Jan 2026F0583Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.DComplaint investigation30 Jan 2026
5 Jan 2026F0686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.DComplaint investigation30 Jan 2026
5 Jan 2026F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.DComplaint investigation30 Jan 2026
14 Nov 2025F0609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.DComplaint investigation10 Dec 2025
14 Nov 2025F0610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.DComplaint investigation10 Dec 2025
14 Nov 2025F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.DComplaint investigation10 Dec 2025
19 Aug 2025F0842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.DComplaint investigation15 Sep 2025
7 Aug 2025F0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.DComplaint investigation27 Aug 2025
25 Jun 2025F0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.DComplaint investigation14 Jul 2025
24 May 2025F0806Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.DComplaint investigation10 Jun 2025
22 May 2025F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.EComplaint investigation5 Jun 2025
6 May 2025F0755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.DComplaint investigation20 May 2025
21 Apr 2025F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.DComplaint investigation9 May 2025
13 Mar 2025F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.GStandard survey10 Apr 2025
13 Mar 2025F0726Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.FStandard survey10 Apr 2025
13 Mar 2025F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.FStandard survey10 Apr 2025
13 Mar 2025F0557Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.DStandard survey10 Apr 2025
13 Mar 2025F0558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.DStandard survey10 Apr 2025
13 Mar 2025F0641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.DStandard survey10 Apr 2025
13 Mar 2025F0645PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual DisabilitiesDStandard survey10 Apr 2025
13 Mar 2025F0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.DStandard survey10 Apr 2025
13 Mar 2025F0677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.DStandard survey10 Apr 2025
13 Mar 2025F0686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.DStandard survey10 Apr 2025
13 Mar 2025F0688Provide 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.DStandard survey10 Apr 2025
13 Mar 2025F0694Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.DStandard survey10 Apr 2025
13 Mar 2025F0697Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.DStandard survey10 Apr 2025
13 Mar 2025F0740Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.DStandard survey10 Apr 2025
13 Mar 2025F0921Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.DStandard survey10 Apr 2025
1 Mar 2025F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.JComplaint investigation28 Apr 2025
6 Feb 2025F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.DComplaint investigation25 Feb 2025
30 Dec 2024F0609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.DComplaint investigation24 Jan 2025
30 Dec 2024F0610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.DComplaint investigation24 Jan 2025
11 Dec 2024F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.DComplaint investigation27 Dec 2024
11 Dec 2024F0693Ensure 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.DComplaint investigation27 Dec 2024
13 Nov 2024F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.GComplaint investigation6 Dec 2024
13 Nov 2024F0600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.DComplaint investigation6 Dec 2024
20 Aug 2024F0805Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.DComplaint investigation6 Sep 2024
13 Aug 2024F0552Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.DComplaint investigation12 Sep 2024
13 Aug 2024F0657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.DComplaint investigation12 Sep 2024
11 Jul 2024F0675Honor each resident's preferences, choices, values and beliefs.DComplaint investigation30 Jul 2024
11 Jul 2024F0695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.DComplaint investigation30 Jul 2024
11 Jul 2024F0806Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.DComplaint investigation30 Jul 2024
25 Jun 2024F0584Honor 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.KComplaint investigation24 Jul 2024
25 Jun 2024F0679Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.EComplaint investigation24 Jul 2024
25 Jun 2024F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.EComplaint investigation24 Jul 2024
25 Jun 2024F0842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.DComplaint investigation24 Jul 2024
7 Mar 2024F0583Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.EStandard survey5 Apr 2024
7 Mar 2024F0686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.EStandard survey5 Apr 2024
7 Mar 2024F0725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.EStandard survey5 Apr 2024
7 Mar 2024F0755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.EStandard survey5 Apr 2024
7 Mar 2024F0759Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.EStandard survey5 Apr 2024
7 Mar 2024F0761Ensure 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.EStandard survey5 Apr 2024
7 Mar 2024F0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.EStandard survey5 Apr 2024
7 Mar 2024F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.EStandard survey5 Apr 2024
7 Mar 2024F0908Keep all essential equipment working safely.EStandard survey5 Apr 2024
7 Mar 2024F0550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.DStandard survey5 Apr 2024
7 Mar 2024F0558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.DStandard survey5 Apr 2024
7 Mar 2024F0580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.DStandard survey5 Apr 2024
7 Mar 2024F0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.DStandard survey5 Apr 2024
7 Mar 2024F0676Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.DStandard survey5 Apr 2024
7 Mar 2024F0688Provide 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.DStandard survey5 Apr 2024
7 Mar 2024F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.DStandard survey5 Apr 2024
7 Mar 2024F0695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.DStandard survey5 Apr 2024
24 Jan 2024F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.DComplaint investigation23 Feb 2024
24 Jan 2024F0693Ensure 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.DComplaint investigation23 Feb 2024
8 Jan 2024F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.EComplaint investigation8 Feb 2024
9 Nov 2023F0687Provide appropriate foot care.EComplaint investigation8 Dec 2023
17 Oct 2023F0693Ensure 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.DComplaint investigation8 Nov 2023
17 Oct 2023F0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.DComplaint investigation8 Nov 2023

Penalties

DateTypeAmountDetail
1 Mar 2025Payment denial—18 days
1 Mar 2025Fine$44,623
25 Jun 2024Payment denial—47 days
25 Jun 2024Fine$34,061

Staffing

Total nursing4.41 h
Nurse aides2.51 h
LPN1.33 h
RN0.58 h
Weekend total4.1 h

Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the California average. Turnover: nursing staff 43.1%, RNs 52.6%; 0 administrators left in the reporting year.

Quality measures

MeasureResidentsThis facilityCalifornia medianUS median
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increasedLong Stay8.6%8.9%12.6%
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladderLong Stay1.8%0.3%0.3%
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infectionLong Stay0.0%0.7%0.9%
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injuryLong Stay2.3%1.3%2.8%
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medicationShort Stay1.0%0.8%1.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsenedLong Stay3.4%8.6%12.5%
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcersLong Stay7.7%3.6%4.2%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicationLong Stay10.5%9.1%13.4%

Four-quarter averages for the measures CMS uses in the quality-measure star rating (2025Q2-2026Q1). Lower is better for every measure listed. Medians are computed across facilities on this site.

Ownership

Ownership type: for-profit, partnership. Legal business name: 5648 East Gotham Street Llc. Chain: Cambridge Healthcare Services (32 facilities).

OrganisationRole in the CMS recordInterestSince
Win Win Enterprises, LLC5% or greater direct ownership interest40%12/10/2002
Bh AllianceDirect ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE12/10/2002
Manhattan Five Partners LLCDirect ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE12/10/2002
Mission Investments, Inc.Direct ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE03/04/2024
Cambridge Healthcare Services LLCOperational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE06/11/2018
Professional Directions For Health CareOperational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE05/23/2013
Cambridge Healthcare Services LLCAdp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE06/20/2025
Professional Directions For Health CareAdp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE08/14/2025

Only organisations are shown. CMS also records individual owners, officers and managing employees; this site does not publish people's names.

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All 369 facilities in Los Angeles County

Questions and answers

How many deficiencies has Briarcrest Nursing Center been cited for?

96 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 4 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The California median is 44 per facility.

Has Briarcrest Nursing Center been fined?

Yes. CMS lists fines totalling $79K in the period covered, plus 2 payment denials.

How does staffing at Briarcrest Nursing Center compare?

Reported total nurse staffing is 4.4 hours per resident per day against a California median of 4.2 and a national average of 3.9.

Who operates Briarcrest Nursing Center?

It is part of the Cambridge Healthcare Services chain. Ownership type is for-profit, partnership. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include Win Win Enterprises, LLC, Bh Alliance and Manhattan Five Partners LLC. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.

When was Briarcrest Nursing Center last inspected?

The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 4 Jun 2026; the most recent standard health survey was 4 Jun 2026.

Where does this data come from?

All figures are from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Care Compare datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership and quality measures), processed 1 Aug 2026. Ratings and citations may change; the Care Compare record is authoritative.

Provenance

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare nursing home datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership, MDS quality measures, state and national averages), public domain, processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026. Facility record: Care Compare. Errors in processing are corrected at the next daily build; see corrections.