Nursing Homes · Buena Park, CA
Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
Healthcare Center of Orange County
9021 Knott Ave · Buena Park, CA 90620 · 99 certified beds
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About Healthcare Center of Orange County
Healthcare Center of Orange County is a nursing home in Buena Park, California. Its capacity is 99 beds, the same as the Orange County median for nursing homes. It is run by a for-profit operator and is part of Crystal Solorzano. It is Medicare certified. Its public inspection record shows 88 citations, the most recent on April 15, 2026. CMS also lists 2 fines or payment denials against it. Nurse staffing averages 5.18 hours per resident per day. It is one of 2 nursing homes listed in Buena Park. Residents and families can raise concerns with the Office of the State Long-Term Care Ombudsman at 1-800-231-4024. Its public records were last updated in October 2026.
Public record
CMS Care Compare, updated October 2026
Certification
Medicare-certified.
Ratings
Overall
1.0Staffing
2.0Quality measures
4.0CMS Care Compare, October 2026.
Inspection history (88)
Records from April 2023 to April 2026.
April 15, 2026
Tag F0686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected May 2, 2026.
April 15, 2026
Tag F0700Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected May 2, 2026.
April 15, 2026
Tag F0690Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected May 2, 2026.
April 15, 2026
Tag F0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected May 2, 2026.
March 6, 2026
Tag F0842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Severity B: pattern, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm. Corrected March 20, 2026.
October 9, 2025
Tag F0657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Severity B: pattern, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm. Corrected November 7, 2025.
October 9, 2025
Tag F0755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected November 7, 2025.
October 9, 2025
Tag F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity G: isolated, actual harm. Corrected November 7, 2025.
October 9, 2025
Tag F0842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Severity B: pattern, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm. Corrected November 7, 2025.
October 9, 2025
Tag F0684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected November 7, 2025.
June 24, 2025
Tag F0679Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected July 3, 2025.
June 5, 2025
Tag F0908Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected July 5, 2025.
June 5, 2025
Tag F0842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected July 5, 2025.
June 5, 2025
Tag F0694Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected July 5, 2025.
June 5, 2025
Tag F0695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected July 5, 2025.
June 5, 2025
Tag F0755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected July 5, 2025.
June 5, 2025
Tag F0838Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected July 5, 2025.
June 5, 2025
Tag F0584Honor 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.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected July 5, 2025.
June 5, 2025
Tag F0605Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected July 5, 2025.
June 5, 2025
Tag F0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected July 5, 2025.
Penalties (2)
Total fines: $8,278
October 9, 2025 · Fine
CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $8,278 against this nursing home on October 9, 2025.
October 9, 2025 · Payment Denial
CMS recorded a Medicare/Medicaid payment denial for new admissions starting November 1, 2025, lasting 6 days (triggered by inspection on October 9, 2025).
Staffing
5.18 nurse hours per resident per day in Q2 2026, down from 5.28 in Q4 2025.
From the payroll records nursing homes file with CMS.
Ownership
For profit
Part of Crystal Solorzano, a chain of 9 nursing homes.
Average CMS star ratings across the chain: 2.2 overall, 2.1 for health inspections, 2.9 for staffing, 3.6 for quality measures.
Typical cost
CareScout Cost of Care Survey, 2025
This provider's prices aren't public. Here is what the same care typically costs in California.
Nearby alternatives
Other licensed providers in Buena Park.
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