Veterans Home of California - West Los AngelesCMS ratings, inspections and fines
- Address
- 11500 Nimitz Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90049
- CCN
- 555917
- Ownership type
- Government, state
- Certified beds
- 312
- Chain
- None in the CMS record
- Residents per day
- 143
- CMS flags
- None in the CMS record
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CMS gives Veterans Home of California - West Los Angeles an overall rating of 3 of 5 stars. The last standard survey was on 12 Dec 2025. The latest survey cycle has 11 health citations. The median for nursing homes in California is 14. CMS lists no fines for this home in its penalties file.
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Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Five-Star Quality Rating System: Technical Users' Guide, July 2026. CMS processed this record on .
Since the last CMS update
The site has no recorded change for this home. In each CMS update, the site compares the ratings, the penalties and the citations of each home.
Changes in the CMS recordFeed of changes in California (RSS)
Ratings
CMS gives each home 1 to 5 stars for health inspections, for staffing and for quality measures, and one overall rating.
| Rating (1 to 5 stars) | This home | Los Angeles County median | California median | US average (CMS) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3 | 2.0 | 3.0 | 3.0 |
| Health inspection rating | 2 | 2.0 | 3.0 | 2.8 |
| Staffing rating | 5 | 3.0 | 3.0 | 2.9 |
| Quality measure rating | 4 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 3.6 |
A median is the middle value of the homes in the group: 369 homes in the county, 1,165 homes in the state. What the CMS star ratings measure
Citations by survey cycle
CMS keeps the last three cycles, and cycle 1 is the latest. A cycle has one standard survey. Citations from complaint and infection control inspections go into cycles of 12 months.
| Survey cycle | Standard survey | Citations | California median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (latest) | 12 Dec 2025 | 11 | 14 |
| Cycle 2 | 6 Dec 2024 | 13 | 14 |
| Cycle 3 | No date | 23 | 15 |
Health citations
The record of one deficiency in an inspection. One inspection can give many citations.
Scope and severity. A letter from A to L on each citation. Scope is the number of residents that the deficiency affected. Severity is the level of harm.
| Severity | Isolated | Pattern | Widespread |
|---|---|---|---|
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J0 | K0 | L0 |
| Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy | G0 | H0 | I0 |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | |||
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A0 | B0 | C0 |
Survey cycle 1 (latest): 11 citations
Standard survey of this cycle: .
| Survey date | F-tag | Requirement (CMS text) | Scope and severity | Survey type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Jul 2026 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | D | Complaint investigation | 17 Jul 2026 |
| 14 Jan 2026 | F0602 | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. | D | Complaint investigation | 10 Feb 2026 |
| 12 Dec 2025 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | D | Standard survey | 12 Jan 2026 |
| 12 Dec 2025 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Standard survey | 12 Jan 2026 |
| 12 Dec 2025 | F0790 | Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident. | D | Complaint investigation | 12 Jan 2026 |
| 12 Dec 2025 | F0802 | Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service. | F | Standard survey | 12 Jan 2026 |
| 12 Dec 2025 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Standard survey | 12 Jan 2026 |
| 12 Dec 2025 | F0841 | Designate a physician to serve as medical director responsible for implementation of resident care policies and coordination of medical care in the facility. | F | Standard survey | 12 Jan 2026 |
| 12 Dec 2025 | F0844 | Follow rules about disclosure of ownership requirements and tell the state agency about changes in ownership and/or administrative personnel. | F | Standard survey | 12 Jan 2026 |
| 12 Dec 2025 | F0868 | Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly | F | Standard survey | 12 Jan 2026 |
| 22 Aug 2025 | F0791 | Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. | D | Complaint investigation | 13 Nov 2025 |
Survey cycle 2: 13 citations
Standard survey of this cycle: .
| Survey date | F-tag | Requirement (CMS text) | Scope and severity | Survey type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 May 2025 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | Complaint investigation | 3 Jun 2025 |
| 11 Apr 2025 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | E | Complaint investigation | 6 May 2025 |
| 6 Dec 2024 | F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | D | Standard survey | 7 Jan 2025 |
| 6 Dec 2024 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | Standard survey | 7 Jan 2025 |
| 6 Dec 2024 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Standard survey | 7 Jan 2025 |
| 6 Dec 2024 | F0802 | Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service. | E | Standard survey | 7 Jan 2025 |
| 6 Dec 2024 | F0805 | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. | E | Standard survey | 7 Jan 2025 |
| 6 Dec 2024 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Standard survey | 7 Jan 2025 |
| 6 Dec 2024 | F0813 | Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors. | D | Standard survey | 7 Jan 2025 |
| 6 Dec 2024 | F0814 | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. | D | Standard survey | 7 Jan 2025 |
| 6 Dec 2024 | F0865 | Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. | F | Standard survey | 7 Jan 2025 |
| 31 Oct 2024 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D | Complaint investigation | 21 Nov 2024 |
| 31 Oct 2024 | F0760 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. | D | Complaint investigation | 21 Nov 2024 |
Survey cycle 3: 23 citations
The CMS provider file has no standard survey date for this cycle.
| Survey date | F-tag | Requirement (CMS text) | Scope and severity | Survey type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31 Jul 2024 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E | Infection control inspection | 19 Aug 2024 |
| 31 Jul 2024 | F0945 | Include as part of its infection prevention and control program, mandatory training that includes written standards, policies, and procedures for the program. | F | Infection control inspection | 19 Aug 2024 |
| 30 Jul 2024 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Complaint investigation | 16 Aug 2024 |
| 22 Feb 2024 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D | Complaint investigation | 22 May 2024 |
| 26 Jan 2024 | F0554 | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. | D | Standard survey | 28 Feb 2024 |
| 26 Jan 2024 | F0584 | Honor 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. | D | Standard survey | 28 Feb 2024 |
| 26 Jan 2024 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | Standard survey | 28 Feb 2024 |
| 26 Jan 2024 | F0657 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | D | Standard survey | 28 Feb 2024 |
| 26 Jan 2024 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Standard survey | 28 Feb 2024 |
| 26 Jan 2024 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Standard survey | 28 Feb 2024 |
| 26 Jan 2024 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | E | Standard survey | 28 Feb 2024 |
| 26 Jan 2024 | F0758 | 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. | E | Standard survey | 28 Feb 2024 |
| 26 Jan 2024 | F0759 | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. | D | Standard survey | 28 Feb 2024 |
| 26 Jan 2024 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 28 Feb 2024 |
| 26 Jan 2024 | F0790 | Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident. | E | Standard survey | 28 Feb 2024 |
| 26 Jan 2024 | F0810 | Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance. | D | Standard survey | 28 Feb 2024 |
| 26 Jan 2024 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | D | Standard survey | 28 Feb 2024 |
| 26 Jan 2024 | F0813 | Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors. | D | Standard survey | 28 Feb 2024 |
| 26 Jan 2024 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Standard survey | 28 Feb 2024 |
| 26 Jan 2024 | F0883 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. | D | Standard survey | 28 Feb 2024 |
| 25 Jan 2024 | F0557 | Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. | D | Complaint investigation | 19 Mar 2024 |
| 25 Jan 2024 | 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. | D | Complaint investigation | 19 Mar 2024 |
| 10 Jan 2024 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Complaint investigation | 29 Jan 2024 |
The requirement text is the CMS summary of the F-tag. It is not the report of the surveyor. How to read an inspection report
Penalties
A fine, or a payment denial: a period in which Medicare or Medicaid does not pay for new admissions. The CMS penalties file holds three years.
CMS lists no fine and no payment denial for this home in its penalties file.
Staffing
Hours per resident per day. The nurse hours for one resident on an average day. CMS calculates the figure from the hours that the home reports for a quarter.
| Staff | This home | California median | California average (CMS) |
|---|---|---|---|
| All nurse staff | 5.82 | 4.20 | 4.52 |
| Registered nurses (RN) | 1.23 | 0.50 | 0.67 |
| Licensed practical nurses (LPN) | 1.13 | 1.20 | |
| Nurse aides | 3.47 | 2.65 | |
| All nurse staff, weekends | 5.26 | 3.80 | 4.09 |
- Nurse staff turnover in a year
- 35.3%
- Nurse staff turnover, California median
- 36.4%
- RN turnover in a year
- 23.3%
- Administrators who left in a year
- 0
Homes report the hours to CMS in the Payroll-Based Journal.
Quality measures
A figure that CMS calculates from the assessments of residents. One example is the percentage of long-stay residents with a fall and a major injury.
| Measure (CMS text) | Residents | This home | California median | US median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | Long Stay | 16.6% | 8.9% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 3.8% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 3.4% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 9.1% | 1.3% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 8.4% | 8.6% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 1.4% | 3.6% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 20.6% | 9.1% | 13.4% |
For each measure in this table, CMS gives more points in the quality measure rating for a lower percentage. The site calculates the medians from the CMS file. What the CMS star ratings measure
Ownership
An organisation in the CMS ownership file. CMS records its role, for example an ownership interest, operational or managerial control, or a mortgage interest.
- Ownership type
- Government, state
- Legal business name
- Department of Veterans Affairs of the State of California
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Department of Veterans Affairs of the State of California | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 3 Oct 2010 |
| Department of Veterans Affairs of the State of California | Operational/managerial control | 1 Jun 2018 |
The site shows organisations only. It does not show the names of persons.
Other homes in Los Angeles County
| Nursing home | City | Overall rating | Citations, latest cycle | Fines | Last standard survey | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brentwood Health Care Center | Santa Monica | 3 of 5 | 8 | $0 | 4 Dec 2025 | |
| New Vista Post-Acute Care Center | Los Angeles | 2 of 5 | 36 | $52,129 | 6 Feb 2026 | |
| Westwood Post Acute Care | Los Angeles | 2 of 5 | 22 | $110,919 | 18 Jun 2026 | |
| Berkley East Healthcare Center | Santa Monica | 2 of 5 | 8 | $58,205 | 6 Mar 2026 | |
| Santa Monica Health Care Center | Santa Monica | 3 of 5 | 12 | $0 | 13 Apr 2025 | |
| Santa Monica Rehabilitation CenterSpecial Focus candidate | Santa Monica | 1 of 5 | 51 | $143,164 | 22 May 2026 | |
| Berkley West Healthcare Center | Santa Monica | 3 of 5 | 8 | $101,046 | 8 Jan 2026 | |
| Pacific Post Acute | Santa Monica | 5 of 5 | 11 | $0 | 3 Apr 2026 | |
| Ocean Pointe Healthcare Center | Santa Monica | 2 of 5 | 24 | $55,450 | 5 Jun 2026 | |
| Beachwood Post-Acute & Rehab | Santa Monica | 1 of 5 | 18 | $177,718 | 27 Jun 2025 | |
| Good Shepherd Health Care Center of Santa Monica | Santa Monica | 2 of 5 | 16 | $8,424 | 25 Feb 2026 | |
| Fireside Health Care Center | Santa Monica | 4 of 5 | 12 | $97,670 | 23 Jan 2026 |
Official channels
- Care Compare record of this nursing homeMedicare.gov. The official CMS record of this home.
- Contact information for State Survey AgenciesCMS. The web address and the telephone number of the State Survey Agency of each state. These agencies investigate complaints about nursing homes.
- Filing a complaintMedicare.gov. The page names the State Survey Agency as the place for a complaint about nursing home care or facility conditions.
- Eldercare LocatorAdministration for Community Living. A public service that connects older adults and their families to local services. Telephone: 1-800-677-1116.
Cite this page
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare. Record of Veterans Home of California - West Los Angeles (CCN 555917). Data processed 1 Aug 2026. Elder Care Record, https://eldercarerecord.com/facility/veterans-home-of-california-west-los-angeles-los-angeles-ca-555917/
Provenance
- Licence
- US government work, public domain
- CMS processed the data on
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Questions
- When was Veterans Home of California - West Los Angeles last inspected?
- The latest inspection with a citation in the CMS record was on 2 Jul 2026. It was a complaint investigation. It gave 1 citation. The standard survey before the last one was on 6 Dec 2024.
- Who operates Veterans Home of California - West Los Angeles?
- The CMS record gives the ownership type as government, state. CMS lists no chain for the home. The CMS ownership file names Department of Veterans Affairs of the State of California for operational or managerial control. This site does not show the names of persons.
- Is Veterans Home of California - West Los Angeles a Special Focus Facility?
- No. The CMS provider file lists no Special Focus status for this home. CMS lists 5 homes in California as Special Focus Facilities and 31 as candidates.
- Where does the data on this page come from?
- The data comes from the CMS Care Compare files for nursing homes. CMS processed the files on 1 Aug 2026. The Care Compare record on Medicare.gov is the official record of the home.