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HomeCaliforniaCerritos Vista Healthcare Center

Cerritos Vista Healthcare Center

17836 Woodruff Avenue, Bellflower, CA 907065629258457
1/5Much Below Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System
Health
1/5
Staffing
3/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
140
certified

Key Findings

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

• Has 140 certified beds with an average of 131.8 residents per day (94% occupancy)

• Last health inspection found 31 deficiencies (inspected Mar 20, 2025)

• No fines on record

• Total nursing staff: 3.82 hours per resident per day

• Staff turnover rate: 41.2%

• Part of the Longwood Management Corporation chain (38 facilities)

Cerritos Vista Healthcare Center is a 1-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Bellflower, California with 140 certified beds. It has been operating since 1973. The facility scored below average compared to California facilities.

Beds
140
Avg Residents/Day
131.8
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Oct 19, 1973
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Both
County
Los Angeles
Last Inspection
Mar 20, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
31
Weighted Score
171.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (78)

F0925Potential for Harm

Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

Survey: Dec 11, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0600Potential for Harm

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Survey: Dec 8, 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 8, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0610Potential for Harm

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Survey: Dec 8, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0627Potential for Harm

Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.

Survey: Dec 8, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0684Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Dec 8, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0609Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Nov 12, 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: Jul 23, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0550Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Survey: Jul 10, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0604Potential for Harm

Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.

Survey: Jul 10, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0641Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Jul 10, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0684Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jul 10, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0684Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jun 16, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0686Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jun 16, 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: Jun 16, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0677Potential for Harm

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

Survey: May 29, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0697Potential for Harm

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

Survey: May 29, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0550Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Survey: Mar 20, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0558Potential for Harm

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

Survey: Mar 20, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0641Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Mar 20, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0644Potential for Harm

Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

Survey: Mar 20, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0645Potential for Harm

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

Survey: Mar 20, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0657Potential for Harm

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Survey: Mar 20, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0695Potential for Harm

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Survey: Mar 20, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0758Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Mar 20, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0759Potential for Harm

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Survey: Mar 20, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0760Potential for Harm

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Survey: Mar 20, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0761Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Mar 20, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0790Potential for Harm

Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.

Survey: Mar 20, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Mar 20, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1

+ 48 more deficiencies

Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

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

Nurse Aide2.49 hrs
National avg: 2.35 hrs
LPN0.95 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.38 hrs
National avg: 0.68 hrs
Total Nursing3.82 hrs
National avg: 3.89 hrs
Weekend Total3.49 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.08 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
41.2%
RN Turnover
27.3%
Administrators Left
0

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

Ownership Type
For profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (12)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
FRIEDMAN FAMILY TRUST5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization20%Jun 30, 2023
IRA D FRIEDMAN 1991 TRUST5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization20%Jun 30, 2023
LEHMANN FAMILY 1991 TRUST5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization20%Jun 30, 2023
THE KLAVAN FAMILY TRUST5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization20%Jun 30, 2023
THE TZIPPY FRIEDMAN NOTIS 1990 TRUST5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization20%Jun 30, 2023
FRIEDMAN, AARON5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual20%Jun 30, 2023
FRIEDMAN, IRA5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual20%Jun 30, 2023
KLAVAN, RACHEL5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual20%Jun 30, 2023
LEHMANN, LIBBY5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividual20%Jun 30, 2023
FRIEDMAN, IRACORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJun 30, 2023
FRIEDMAN, IRACORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJun 30, 2023
BREWER, SHANNONW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AOct 3, 2022

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Cerritos Vista Healthcare Center?▾
Cerritos Vista Healthcare Center has an overall CMS rating of 1 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 1/5, staffing rating of 3/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated below average.
Has Cerritos Vista Healthcare Center had any health inspection violations?▾
Cerritos Vista Healthcare Center had 31 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Mar 20, 2025). The facility has no fines on record.
What are the staffing levels at Cerritos Vista Healthcare Center?▾
Cerritos Vista Healthcare Center provides 3.82 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.38 RN hours, 0.95 LPN hours, and 2.49 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 41.2%.
How many beds does Cerritos Vista Healthcare Center have?▾
Cerritos Vista Healthcare Center has 140 certified beds with an average of 131.8 residents per day, resulting in approximately 94% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Corporation owned and is part of the Longwood Management Corporation chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Cerritos Vista Healthcare Center?▾
Yes, there are 3 other nursing homes in Bellflower, California with an average rating of 1.8/5. You can compare all facilities on the Bellflower nursing homes page.

Part of Longwood Management Corporation

This chain operates 38 facilities. View all →