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HomeCaliforniaBriarcrest Nursing Center

Briarcrest Nursing Center

5648 East Gotham Street, Bell Gardens, CA 902015629272641
1/5Much Below Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System
Health
1/5
Staffing
2/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
135
certified
2 fine(s) totaling $78,684

Key Findings

• CMS rates this facility 1/5 stars (below average)

• Has 135 certified beds with an average of 126.4 residents per day (94% occupancy)

• Last health inspection found 26 deficiencies (inspected Mar 13, 2025)

• Has been fined a total of $78,684 across 2 fine(s)

• Total nursing staff: 4.30 hours per resident per day

• Staff turnover rate: 37.5%

• Part of the Cambridge Healthcare Services chain (32 facilities)

Briarcrest Nursing Center is a 1-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Bell Gardens, California with 135 certified beds. It has been operating since 1970. The facility scored below average compared to California facilities.

Beds
135
Avg Residents/Day
126.4
Ownership
For profit - Partnership
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Sep 4, 1970
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Los Angeles
Last Inspection
Mar 13, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
26
Weighted Score
255.5
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (102)

F0609Potential for Harm

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Survey: Nov 14, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0610Potential for Harm

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Survey: Nov 14, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0684Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: Nov 14, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0842Potential for Harm

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Survey: Aug 19, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0656Potential for Harm

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Survey: Aug 7, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0656Potential for Harm

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Survey: Jun 25, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0806Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

Survey: May 24, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: May 22, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0755Potential for Harm

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Survey: May 6, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0684Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: Apr 21, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Immediate Jeopardy

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Mar 1, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Feb 6, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0557Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.

Survey: Mar 13, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0558Potential for Harm

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

Survey: Mar 13, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0641Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Mar 13, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0645Potential for Harm

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

Survey: Mar 13, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0656Potential for Harm

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Survey: Mar 13, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0677Potential for Harm

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Survey: Mar 13, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0686Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Survey: Mar 13, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0688Potential for Harm

Provide 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.

Survey: Mar 13, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Actual Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Mar 13, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0694Potential for Harm

Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.

Survey: Mar 13, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0697Potential for Harm

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

Survey: Mar 13, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0726Potential for Harm

Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.

Survey: Mar 13, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0740Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.

Survey: Mar 13, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Mar 13, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0921Potential for Harm

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

Survey: Mar 13, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0609Potential for Harm

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Survey: Dec 30, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0610Potential for Harm

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Survey: Dec 30, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0684Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: Dec 11, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2

+ 72 more deficiencies

Total Fines
$78,684
Number of Fines
2
Payment Denials
2
Total Penalties
4

Penalty History

FineJun 25, 2024
$34,061
FineMar 1, 2025
$44,623
Payment DenialMar 1, 2025
18 days denied
Payment DenialJun 25, 2024
47 days denied

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide2.48 hrs
National avg: 2.35 hrs
LPN1.33 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.49 hrs
National avg: 0.68 hrs
Total Nursing4.30 hrs
National avg: 3.89 hrs
Weekend Total4.04 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.03 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
37.5%
RN Turnover
64.7%
Administrators Left
2

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
For profit - Partnership
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (20)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
IRA E SMEDRA LIVING TRUST5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization22%Dec 10, 2002
SHERSHER LP5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization23%Dec 10, 2002
WIN WIN ENTERPRISES, LLC5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization40%Dec 10, 2002
SMEDRA, IRA5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual22%Dec 10, 2002
CAMBRIDGE HEALTHCARE SERVICES LLCOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AJun 11, 2018
PROFESSIONAL DIRECTIONS FOR HEALTH CAREOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AMay 23, 2013
BUENO, LIBERTYOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJun 4, 2025
BUTENKO, JULIEOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJul 24, 2023
CAPELA, HEIDIOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AApr 3, 2023
GURON, JOELOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AAug 30, 2024
HASSELL, LANCEOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AApr 25, 2022
JOHNSONBAUGH, JUNEOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AApr 23, 2024
KUIZON, KRISTINAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AApr 1, 2025
LUTZ, LINDAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AFeb 1, 2012
PALANA, CESAROPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AJun 2, 2025
SALAZAR, PAULINAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ADec 14, 2020
SMEDRA, IRAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ADec 10, 2002
WINTNER, JACOBOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ADec 10, 2002
SMEDRA, IRACORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/ADec 10, 2002
WINTNER, JACOBCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/ADec 10, 2002

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Briarcrest Nursing Center?▾
Briarcrest Nursing Center has an overall CMS rating of 1 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 1/5, staffing rating of 2/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated below average.
Has Briarcrest Nursing Center had any health inspection violations?▾
Briarcrest Nursing Center had 26 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Mar 13, 2025). The facility has been fined a total of $78,684 across 2 fine(s).
What are the staffing levels at Briarcrest Nursing Center?▾
Briarcrest Nursing Center provides 4.30 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.49 RN hours, 1.33 LPN hours, and 2.48 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 37.5%.
How many beds does Briarcrest Nursing Center have?▾
Briarcrest Nursing Center has 135 certified beds with an average of 126.4 residents per day, resulting in approximately 94% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Partnership owned and is part of the Cambridge Healthcare Services chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Briarcrest Nursing Center?▾
Yes, there are 2 other nursing homes in Bell Gardens, California with an average rating of 1.3/5. You can compare all facilities on the Bell Gardens nursing homes page.

Part of Cambridge Healthcare Services

This chain operates 32 facilities. View all →