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Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
12023 Lakewood BLVD. · Downey, CA 90242 · 290 certified beds
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In Downey, California, Lakewood Healthcare Center is listed as a nursing home. Its reported capacity is 290 beds. It is recorded as a for-profit operator, part of Pacific Healthcare Holdings. Federal records list it as Medicare certified. Our copy of the inspection record holds 125 citations, the newest dated 28 April 2026. Federal enforcement records add 5 fine or payment denial actions. Staffing reports put it at 4.15 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
CMS designation
Special Focus Facility candidate (CMS)
CMS lists this nursing home on the monthly Special Focus Facility candidate list. Candidate status means the facility qualifies for possible selection into the Special Focus Facility program based on CMS criteria. It is a public CMS designation, not an ElderCareCosts rating. CMS Special Focus Facility program.
Source: CMS Provider Information.GOVStaffing rating
3.0Quality-measure rating
1.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
108
Staffing rating
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Staffing rating
1.0Quality-measure rating
1.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
109
Staffing rating
3.0Quality-measure rating
1.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
109
Records from June 2023 to April 2026.
October 4, 2024 · E
Citation F0695Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-04 under CMS tag F0695 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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 2024-10-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
October 4, 2024 · D
Citation F0604Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-04 under CMS tag F0604 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, 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 2024-10-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
October 4, 2024 · E
Citation F0912Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-04 under CMS tag F0912 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-10-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
October 4, 2024 · E
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-04 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 2024-10-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
October 4, 2024 · D
Citation F0580Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-04 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 2024-10-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
October 4, 2024 · E
Citation F0656Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-04 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 2024-10-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
October 4, 2024 · E
Citation F0812Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-04 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 2024-10-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
October 4, 2024 · E
Citation F0688Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-04 under CMS tag F0688 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-10-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
October 4, 2024 · D
Citation F0550Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-04 under CMS tag F0550 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-10-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
October 4, 2024 · E
Citation F0686Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-04 under CMS tag F0686 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-10-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
October 4, 2024 · D
Citation F0726Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-04 under CMS tag F0726 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, 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 2024-10-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
October 4, 2024 · E
Citation F0814Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-04 under CMS tag F0814 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-10-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
October 4, 2024 · D
Citation F0657Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-04 under CMS tag F0657 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, 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 2024-10-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
October 4, 2024 · E
Citation F0584Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-04 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 2024-10-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
October 4, 2024 · B
Citation F0911Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-04 under CMS tag F0911 (CMS scope/severity B: pattern, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm) for Ensure resident rooms hold no more than 4 residents; for new construction after November 28, 2016, rooms hold no more than 2 residents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-10-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
October 4, 2024 · E
Citation F0802Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-04 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 2024-10-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
October 4, 2024 · E
Citation F0759Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-04 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 2024-10-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
October 4, 2024 · E
Citation F0760Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-04 under CMS tag F0760 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-10-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
October 4, 2024 · D
Citation F0676Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-04 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 2024-10-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
October 4, 2024 · D
Citation F0758Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-10-04 under CMS tag F0758 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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 l…. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-10-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
Total fines on file: $128,597
December 18, 2025 · Fine
Citation FINE-137301CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $87,071 against this nursing home on 2025-12-18 (Fine ID: 137301). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
December 18, 2025 · Payment Denial
Citation PAYDEN-2026-01-22CMS recorded a Medicare/Medicaid payment denial for new admissions starting 2026-01-22, lasting 35 days (triggered by inspection on 2025-12-18). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
June 13, 2025 · Fine
Citation FINE-134748CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $14,901 against this nursing home on 2025-06-13 (Fine ID: 134748). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
June 13, 2025 · Payment Denial
Citation PAYDEN-2025-07-10CMS recorded a Medicare/Medicaid payment denial for new admissions starting 2025-07-10, lasting 13 days (triggered by inspection on 2025-06-13). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
August 2, 2024 · Fine
Citation FINE-134482CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $26,625 against this nursing home on 2024-08-02 (Fine ID: 134482). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
Latest: 4.15 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)
Staffing trend (3 periods)
Most recent period is about the same as 2026-07-01. Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
For profit
CMS Care Compare chain: Pacific Healthcare Holdings
Chain ID 792 · 15 facilities in chain (CMS)
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Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
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Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Corporation".
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 - Corporation".
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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