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New Orange Hills

5017 E. Chapman Avenue, Orange, CA 92869

CCN 555286 · For-profit, corporation · 145 certified beds · chain The Ensign Group

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.

New Orange Hills, in Orange, California, is certified for 145 beds under for-profit, corporation ownership and belongs to the The Ensign Group chain.

CMS gives it 1 of 5 stars overall, below the California median of 3; the health inspection rating is 2, staffing 1 and quality measures 4.

Inspectors recorded 82 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (25, 29, 28 by cycle, most recent first), 1 of them at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. That is 56.6 per 100 beds, about the same as the state median of 51.1.

CMS lists 2 penalties in the period covered: fines totalling $8K and 1 payment denial.

Reported nurse staffing is 5.0 hours per resident per day (0.5 RN), close to the California median of 4.2.

82health deficiencies, 3 survey cycles1 at actual harm or worse
$8Kfines listed by CMS2 penalties in period
5.0nurse hours per resident per daystate median 4.2
94%occupancy (residents ÷ beds)137 residents a day

Compared with county, state and nation

MeasureThis facilityOrange Co. medianCalifornia medianUS average
Overall star rating1333.0
Health citations, 3 cycles82664428.7
Citations per 100 beds56.669.751.126.8
Total nurse hours per resident day5.04.34.23.9
RN hours per resident day0.50.50.50.7
Nursing staff turnover—30.8%36.4%45.8%
Fines listed$8,278$0$0—

County and state figures are medians across facilities (72 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)25
Cycle 229
Cycle 328

Dark bar: this facility. Grey bar: California average per facility for the same cycle, as published by CMS. Standard health survey dates: 18 Feb 2026, 15 Nov 2024.

Severity mix: G ×1 D ×67 E ×5 B ×9

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
18 Feb 2026F0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.EStandard survey13 Mar 2026
18 Feb 2026F0695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.EStandard survey13 Mar 2026
18 Feb 2026F0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.EStandard survey13 Mar 2026
18 Feb 2026F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.EStandard survey13 Mar 2026
18 Feb 2026F0554Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.DStandard survey13 Mar 2026
18 Feb 2026F0583Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.DStandard survey13 Mar 2026
18 Feb 2026F0584Honor 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.DStandard survey13 Mar 2026
18 Feb 2026F0605Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.DStandard survey13 Mar 2026
18 Feb 2026F0687Provide appropriate foot care.DStandard survey13 Mar 2026
18 Feb 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 survey13 Mar 2026
18 Feb 2026F0693Ensure 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.DStandard survey13 Mar 2026
18 Feb 2026F0726Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.DStandard survey13 Mar 2026
18 Feb 2026F0755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.DStandard survey13 Mar 2026
18 Feb 2026F0756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.DStandard survey13 Mar 2026
18 Feb 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.DStandard survey13 Mar 2026
18 Feb 2026F0804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.DStandard survey13 Mar 2026
18 Feb 2026F0925Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.DStandard survey13 Mar 2026
18 Feb 2026F0686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.BStandard survey13 Mar 2026
18 Feb 2026F0730Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.BStandard survey13 Mar 2026
18 Feb 2026F0842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.BStandard survey13 Mar 2026
26 Nov 2025F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.DComplaint investigation8 Dec 2025
26 Nov 2025F0842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.BComplaint investigation8 Dec 2025
10 Nov 2025F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.GComplaint investigation23 Dec 2025
18 Sep 2025F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.DComplaint investigation10 Oct 2025
6 Aug 2025F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.DComplaint investigation13 Aug 2025
10 Jul 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.DComplaint investigation30 Jul 2025
14 May 2025F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.DComplaint investigation4 Jun 2025
14 May 2025F0686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.DComplaint investigation4 Jun 2025
14 May 2025F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.DComplaint investigation4 Jun 2025
14 May 2025F0842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.BComplaint investigation4 Jun 2025
28 Feb 2025F0686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.DComplaint investigation20 Mar 2025
28 Feb 2025F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.DComplaint investigation20 Mar 2025
7 Jan 2025F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.BComplaint investigation28 Jan 2025
15 Nov 2024F0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.EStandard survey14 Dec 2024
15 Nov 2024F0558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.DStandard survey14 Dec 2024
15 Nov 2024F0580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.DStandard survey14 Dec 2024
15 Nov 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.DStandard survey14 Dec 2024
15 Nov 2024F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.DStandard survey14 Dec 2024
15 Nov 2024F0686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.DStandard survey14 Dec 2024
15 Nov 2024F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.DStandard survey14 Dec 2024
15 Nov 2024F0690Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.DStandard survey14 Dec 2024
15 Nov 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.DStandard survey14 Dec 2024
15 Nov 2024F0695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.DStandard survey14 Dec 2024
15 Nov 2024F0700Try 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.DStandard survey14 Dec 2024
15 Nov 2024F0755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.DStandard survey14 Dec 2024
15 Nov 2024F0758Implement 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.DStandard survey14 Dec 2024
15 Nov 2024F0759Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.DStandard survey14 Dec 2024
15 Nov 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.DStandard survey14 Dec 2024
15 Nov 2024F0773Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.DStandard survey14 Dec 2024
15 Nov 2024F0842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.DStandard survey14 Dec 2024
15 Nov 2024F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.DStandard survey14 Dec 2024
15 Nov 2024F0881Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.DComplaint investigation14 Dec 2024
15 Nov 2024F0550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.BComplaint investigation14 Dec 2024
1 Aug 2024F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.BComplaint investigation12 Aug 2024
30 May 2024F0558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.BComplaint investigation14 Jun 2024
21 Mar 2024F0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.DComplaint investigation13 Apr 2024
21 Mar 2024F0757Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.DComplaint investigation13 Apr 2024
21 Mar 2024F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.DComplaint investigation12 Apr 2024
12 Mar 2024F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.DComplaint investigation27 Mar 2024
24 Jan 2024F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.DComplaint investigation15 Feb 2024
24 Jan 2024F0755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.DComplaint investigation15 Feb 2024
24 Jan 2024F0842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.DComplaint investigation15 Feb 2024
13 Dec 2023F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.DComplaint investigation29 Dec 2023
13 Dec 2023F0755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.DComplaint investigation29 Dec 2023
17 Nov 2023F0757Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.DComplaint investigation5 Dec 2023
23 Oct 2023F0661Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.DComplaint investigation7 Nov 2023
30 Aug 2023F0610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.DComplaint investigation12 Sep 2023
30 Aug 2023F0658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.DComplaint investigation12 Sep 2023
30 Aug 2023F0909Regularly 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.DComplaint investigation12 Sep 2023
16 May 2022F0552Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.DStandard survey16 Jun 2022
16 May 2022F0558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.DStandard survey16 Jun 2022
16 May 2022F0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.DStandard survey16 Jun 2022
16 May 2022F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.DStandard survey16 Jun 2022
16 May 2022F0686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.DStandard survey16 Jun 2022
16 May 2022F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.DStandard survey16 Jun 2022
16 May 2022F0690Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.DStandard survey16 Jun 2022
16 May 2022F0698Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.DStandard survey16 Jun 2022
16 May 2022F0761Ensure 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.DStandard survey16 Jun 2022
16 May 2022F0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.DStandard survey16 Jun 2022
16 May 2022F0842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.DStandard survey16 Jun 2022
16 May 2022F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.DStandard survey16 Jun 2022
16 May 2022F0908Keep all essential equipment working safely.DStandard survey16 Jun 2022

Penalties

DateTypeAmountDetail
10 Nov 2025Payment denial—13 days
10 Nov 2025Fine$8,278

Staffing

Total nursing5.03 h
Nurse aides2.39 h
LPN2.13 h
RN0.51 h
Weekend total4.55 h

Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the California average. Turnover: nursing staff —, RNs —; — 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 Stay4.0%8.9%12.6%
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladderLong Stay0.3%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 Stay0.7%1.3%2.8%
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medicationShort Stay1.2%0.8%1.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsenedLong Stay9.3%8.6%12.5%
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcersLong Stay4.2%3.6%4.2%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicationLong Stay7.9%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, corporation. Legal business name: Hollyleaf Healthcare, Inc.. Chain: The Ensign Group (342 facilities).

OrganisationRole in the CMS recordInterestSince
Ensign Services IncAdp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2022

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

Other nursing homes in Orange County

FacilityCityBedsOverallHealthStaffingCitationsPer 100 bedsFinesLast survey
Freedom Village Healthcare CenterLake Forest5253556107.7—2 Jun 2026
Greenfield Care Center of Fullerton, LLCFullerton995453030.3—2 Apr 2026
La Palma Nursing CenterAnaheim725356286.1—6 Feb 2026
Orchards Skilled NursingRancho Mission Viejo495453979.6—17 Apr 2025
Sun Mar Nursing CenterAnaheim695532029.0—3 Feb 2026
The Grove Post AcuteGarden Grove975443940.2—10 Feb 2026
Town & CountrySanta Ana965355355.2—10 Mar 2026
Victoria Healthcare and Rehabilitation CenterCosta Mesa795532734.2—4 Sep 2025

All 72 facilities in Orange County

Questions and answers

How many deficiencies has New Orange Hills been cited for?

82 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 1 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The California median is 44 per facility.

Has New Orange Hills been fined?

Yes. CMS lists fines totalling $8K in the period covered, plus 1 payment denial.

How does staffing at New Orange Hills compare?

Reported total nurse staffing is 5.0 hours per resident per day against a California median of 4.2 and a national average of 3.9.

Who operates New Orange Hills?

It is part of the The Ensign Group chain. Ownership type is for-profit, corporation. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.

When was New Orange Hills last inspected?

The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 18 Feb 2026; the most recent standard health survey was 18 Feb 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.