Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
Bell Convalescent Hospital
4900 E. Florence Ave · Bell, CA 90201 · 99 certified beds
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About Bell Convalescent Hospital
Bell Convalescent Hospital is a nursing home in Bell, California, in Los Angeles County. Its reported capacity is 99 beds. It is recorded as a for-profit operator. Federal records list it as Medicare certified. Our copy of the inspection record holds 80 citations, the newest dated 23 January 2026. Federal enforcement records add 4 fine or payment denial actions. Staffing reports put it at 3.89 nurse hours per resident per day. Every fact above comes from the public records listed in the sources section on this page. The newest source file we hold for this listing is dated June 2026.
Public record
CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026
Certification
- Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)
Ratings
Staffing rating
4.0Quality-measure rating
4.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
58
Staffing rating
4.0Quality-measure rating
4.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
57
Staffing rating
4.0Quality-measure rating
4.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
57
Staffing rating
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Cited deficiencies
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Inspection history (80)
Records from August 2023 to January 2026.
December 5, 2024 · F
Citation F0925Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-12-05 under CMS tag F0925 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-12-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-12-05.GOVDecember 5, 2024 · D
Citation F0695Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-12-05 under CMS tag F0695 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-12-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-12-05.GOVDecember 5, 2024 · F
Citation F0814Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-12-05 under CMS tag F0814 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-12-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-12-05.GOVDecember 5, 2024 · D
Citation F0609Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-12-05 under CMS tag F0609 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-12-05.GOVSeptember 27, 2024 · E
Citation F0656Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-09-27 under CMS tag F0656 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-10-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-09-27.GOVSeptember 27, 2024 · E
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-09-27 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-10-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-09-27.GOVJuly 11, 2024 · F
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-11 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-07-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-07-11.GOVJuly 11, 2024 · D
Citation F0695Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-11 under CMS tag F0695 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-07-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-07-11.GOVJuly 11, 2024 · D
Citation F0697Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-11 under CMS tag F0697 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-07-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-07-11.GOVJuly 11, 2024 · D
Citation F0658Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-07-11 under CMS tag F0658 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-07-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-07-11.GOVMay 7, 2024 · D
Citation F0676Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-05-07 under CMS tag F0676 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-05-24. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-07.GOVFebruary 2, 2024 · G
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-02-02 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-02-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-02-02.GOVFebruary 2, 2024 · D
Citation F0609Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-02-02 under CMS tag F0609 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-02-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-02-02.GOVDecember 12, 2023 · E
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-12-12 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-12-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-12-12.GOVNovember 16, 2023 · G
Citation F0684Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-11-16 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-12-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-11-16.GOVNovember 16, 2023 · D
Citation F0574Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-11-16 under CMS tag F0574 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for The resident has the right to receive notices in a format and a language he or she understands. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-12-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-11-16.GOVNovember 16, 2023 · D
Citation F0695Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-11-16 under CMS tag F0695 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-12-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-11-16.GOVNovember 16, 2023 · D
Citation F0693Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-11-16 under CMS tag F0693 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-12-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-11-16.GOVNovember 16, 2023 · D
Citation F0790Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-11-16 under CMS tag F0790 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-12-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-11-16.GOVNovember 16, 2023 · D
Citation F0577Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-11-16 under CMS tag F0577 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-12-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-11-16.GOV
Penalties (4)
Total fines on file: $93,980
December 5, 2024 · Payment Denial
Citation PAYDEN-2025-01-03CMS recorded a Medicare/Medicaid payment denial for new admissions starting 2025-01-03, lasting 34 days (triggered by inspection on 2024-12-05). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-12-05.GOVDecember 5, 2024 · Fine
Citation FINE-131042CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $65,637 against this nursing home on 2024-12-05 (Fine ID: 131042). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-12-05.GOVFebruary 2, 2024 · Fine
Citation FINE-130533CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $13,455 against this nursing home on 2024-02-02 (Fine ID: 130533). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-02-02.GOVNovember 16, 2023 · Fine
Citation FINE-130263CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $14,888 against this nursing home on 2023-11-16 (Fine ID: 130263). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-11-16.GOV
Staffing
Latest: 3.89 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)
Staffing trend (5 periods)
- 2025Q43.85 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-06-013.85 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-07-013.89 hrs/resident/day
- 2026-08-013.89 hrs/resident/day
- 2026Q13.89 hrs/resident/day
Most recent period is about the same as 2025Q4. Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
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Jul 23, 2026First appeared in our data
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Typical cost
Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025
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Where this information came from
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- Staffing hours per resident day
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