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21414 S. Vermont Avenue · Torrance, CA 90502 · 161 certified beds
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In Torrance, California, Heritage Rehabilitation Center is listed as a nursing home. Public records list 161 beds. It is Medicare certified. Ownership records list a for-profit operator and tie the listing to Charis Trust DTD 12/22/16. We hold 59 inspection citations for this listing, the most recent dated 24 July 2025. CMS also lists 6 fine or payment denial actions against it. Reported staffing works out to 4.65 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
5.0Quality-measure rating
5.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
43
Staffing rating
5.0Quality-measure rating
5.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
43
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Staffing rating
4.0Quality-measure rating
5.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
43
Records from July 2021 to July 2025.
April 3, 2024 · E
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-04-03 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 2024-04-22. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
November 6, 2023 · D
Citation F0626Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-11-06 under CMS tag F0626 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Permit a resident to return to the nursing home after hospitalization or therapeutic leave that exceeds bed-hold policy. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-11-29. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
October 26, 2023 · G
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-10-26 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 2023-11-17. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 15, 2021 · E
Citation F0842Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-07-15 under CMS tag F0842 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2021-08-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 15, 2021 · D
Citation F0675Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-07-15 under CMS tag F0675 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor each resident's preferences, choices, values and beliefs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2021-08-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 15, 2021 · E
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-07-15 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 2021-08-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 15, 2021 · E
Citation F0759Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-07-15 under CMS tag F0759 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2021-08-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 15, 2021 · D
Citation F0692Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-07-15 under CMS tag F0692 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2021-08-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 15, 2021 · E
Citation F0657Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-07-15 under CMS tag F0657 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2021-08-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 15, 2021 · E
Citation F0726Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-07-15 under CMS tag F0726 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2021-08-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 15, 2021 · E
Citation F0698Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-07-15 under CMS tag F0698 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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 2021-08-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 15, 2021 · D
Citation F0761Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-07-15 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2021-08-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 15, 2021 · E
Citation F0755Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-07-15 under CMS tag F0755 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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 2021-08-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 15, 2021 · D
Citation F0658Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-07-15 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 2021-08-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 15, 2021 · D
Citation F0684Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-07-15 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2021-08-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 15, 2021 · D
Citation F0770Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-07-15 under CMS tag F0770 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2021-08-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 15, 2021 · D
Citation F0636Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-07-15 under CMS tag F0636 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2021-08-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 15, 2021 · E
Citation F0656Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-07-15 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 2021-08-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 15, 2021 · D
Citation F0584Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-07-15 under CMS tag F0584 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, 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 2021-08-16. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
Total fines on file: $179,687
June 13, 2025 · Payment Denial
Citation PAYDEN-2025-07-15CMS recorded a Medicare/Medicaid payment denial for new admissions starting 2025-07-15, lasting 24 days (triggered by inspection on 2025-06-13). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-08-01).
June 13, 2025 · Fine
Citation FINE-134447CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $141,000 against this nursing home on 2025-06-13 (Fine ID: 134447). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-08-01).
June 13, 2024 · Fine
Citation FINE-130666CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $29,234 against this nursing home on 2024-06-13 (Fine ID: 130666). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
June 13, 2024 · Payment Denial
Citation PAYDEN-2024-07-13CMS recorded a Medicare/Medicaid payment denial for new admissions starting 2024-07-13, lasting 2 days (triggered by inspection on 2024-06-13). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
October 26, 2023 · Fine
Citation FINE-130484CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $3,728 against this nursing home on 2023-10-26 (Fine ID: 130484). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
October 26, 2023 · Fine
Citation FINE-130483CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $5,725 against this nursing home on 2023-10-26 (Fine ID: 130483). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
Latest: 4.65 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)
Staffing trend (5 periods)
Most recent period is lower than 2025Q4 (-0.15 hrs/resident/day). Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
For profit
CMS Care Compare chain: Charis Trust DTD 12/22/16
Chain ID 136 · 6 facilities in chain (CMS)
Chain averages are CMS-published figures for facilities sharing this Chain ID (formerly Affiliated Entity). They are not ElderCareCosts scores.
A separate ownership filing names a different organization for this listing. We are not publishing that name while the two government records disagree.
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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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