Antelope Valley Care Center
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Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
1642 West Avenue J · Lancaster, CA 93534 · 99 certified beds
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Desert Canyon Post Acute, LLC is a nursing home in Lancaster, California. Public records list 99 beds. It is Medicare certified. Ownership records list a for-profit operator and tie the listing to Abby GL LLC. We hold 111 inspection citations for this listing, the most recent dated 18 May 2026. CMS also lists 1 fine or payment denial action against it. Reported staffing works out to 4.09 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 August 2026.
CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026
Staffing rating
4.0Quality-measure rating
4.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
83
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5.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
85
Staffing rating
4.0Quality-measure rating
5.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
84
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Records from July 2023 to May 2026.
May 18, 2026 · D
Citation F0573Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-05-18 under CMS tag F0573 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Let each resident or the resident's legal representative access or purchase copies of all the resident's records. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-06-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-07-01).
February 26, 2026 · E
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-26 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal 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 2026-03-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 26, 2026 · E
Citation F0812Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-26 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 26, 2026 · D
Citation F0558Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-26 under CMS tag F0558 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 26, 2026 · D
Citation F0605Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-26 under CMS tag F0605 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 26, 2026 · E
Citation F0584Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-26 under CMS tag F0584 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 26, 2026 · E
Citation F0865Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-26 under CMS tag F0865 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 26, 2026 · D
Citation F0755Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-26 under CMS tag F0755 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 26, 2026 · D
Citation F0580Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-26 under CMS tag F0580 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 26, 2026 · E
Citation F0604Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-26 under CMS tag F0604 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 26, 2026 · D
Citation F0656Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-26 under CMS tag F0656 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, 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 2026-03-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 26, 2026 · D
Citation F0697Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-26 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 2026-03-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 26, 2026 · E
Citation F0802Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-26 under CMS tag F0802 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 26, 2026 · E
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-26 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 2026-03-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 26, 2026 · D
Citation F0578Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-26 under CMS tag F0578 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 26, 2026 · D
Citation F0693Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-26 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 2026-03-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 26, 2026 · D
Citation F0690Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-26 under CMS tag F0690 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 26, 2026 · D
Citation F0694Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-26 under CMS tag F0694 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 26, 2026 · D
Citation F0803Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-26 under CMS tag F0803 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 26, 2026 · D
Citation F0698Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-26 under CMS tag F0698 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
Total fines on file: $0
June 20, 2024 · Payment Denial
Citation PAYDEN-2024-08-30CMS recorded a Medicare/Medicaid payment denial for new admissions starting 2024-08-30, lasting 35 days (triggered by inspection on 2024-06-20). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
Latest: 4.09 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)
Staffing trend (5 periods)
Most recent period is lower than 2025Q4 (-0.06 hrs/resident/day). Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
For profit
Parent organization: Abby GL LLC
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Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Limited Liability company".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Limited Liability company".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)
Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)
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Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025
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Median · CA$12,167/moOther licensed providers in Lancaster, with their own public records.
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