Nursing Homes · Sylmar, CA
Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
Maclay Healthcare Center
12831 Maclay Street · Sylmar, CA 91342 · 141 certified beds
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About Maclay Healthcare Center
Maclay Healthcare Center is a nursing home in Sylmar, California. Its capacity is 141 beds, above the Los Angeles County median of 98 for nursing homes. It is run by a for-profit operator and is part of Serrano Group. It is Medicare certified. Its public inspection record shows 193 citations, the most recent on April 29, 2026. CMS also lists 13 fines or payment denials against it. Nurse staffing averages 4.00 hours per resident per day. It is one of 4 nursing homes listed in Sylmar. 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
Special Focus Facility candidate
CMS lists this nursing home as a candidate for its Special Focus Facility program, which is for nursing homes with a history of serious quality issues. About the program.
Certification
Medicare-certified.
Ratings
Overall
2.0Staffing
3.0Quality measures
5.0CMS Care Compare, October 2026.
Inspection history (193)
Records from June 2023 to April 2026.
October 11, 2024
Tag F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected November 18, 2024.
October 11, 2024
Tag F0698Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected November 18, 2024.
October 11, 2024
Tag F0677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected November 18, 2024.
October 11, 2024
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 E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected November 18, 2024.
October 11, 2024
Tag F0802Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.
Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected December 6, 2024.
October 11, 2024
Tag F0813Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.
Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected November 18, 2024.
October 11, 2024
Tag F0561Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected November 18, 2024.
October 11, 2024
Tag F0760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected November 18, 2024.
October 11, 2024
Tag F0814Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected November 18, 2024.
October 11, 2024
Tag F0558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected November 18, 2024.
October 11, 2024
Tag F0655Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted.
Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected November 18, 2024.
October 11, 2024
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 November 18, 2024.
October 11, 2024
Tag F0803Ensure 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.
Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected November 18, 2024.
October 11, 2024
Tag F0806Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Severity J: isolated, immediate jeopardy. Corrected November 18, 2024.
October 11, 2024
Tag F0641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected November 18, 2024.
October 11, 2024
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 18, 2024.
October 11, 2024
Tag F0804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected November 18, 2024.
October 11, 2024
Tag F0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected November 18, 2024.
October 11, 2024
Tag F0604Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected November 18, 2024.
October 11, 2024
Tag F0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. Corrected November 18, 2024.
Penalties (13)
Total fines: $384,678
July 21, 2026 · Fine
CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $22,895 against this nursing home on July 21, 2026.
April 29, 2026 · Fine
CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $19,610 against this nursing home on April 29, 2026.
January 16, 2026 · Payment Denial
CMS recorded a Medicare/Medicaid payment denial for new admissions starting February 17, 2026, lasting 38 days (triggered by inspection on January 16, 2026).
January 16, 2026 · Fine
CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $67,315 against this nursing home on January 16, 2026.
March 22, 2025 · Payment Denial
CMS recorded a Medicare/Medicaid payment denial for new admissions starting April 19, 2025, lasting 20 days (triggered by inspection on March 22, 2025).
March 22, 2025 · Fine
CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $52,142 against this nursing home on March 22, 2025.
October 11, 2024 · Fine
CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $17,660 against this nursing home on October 11, 2024.
October 11, 2024 · Fine
CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $112,506 against this nursing home on October 11, 2024.
October 11, 2024 · Payment Denial
CMS recorded a Medicare/Medicaid payment denial for new admissions starting November 22, 2024, lasting 14 days (triggered by inspection on October 11, 2024).
June 7, 2024 · Fine
CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $86,623 against this nursing home on June 7, 2024.
June 7, 2024 · Payment Denial
CMS recorded a Medicare/Medicaid payment denial for new admissions starting July 9, 2024, lasting 6 days (triggered by inspection on June 7, 2024).
August 23, 2023 · Payment Denial
CMS recorded a Medicare/Medicaid payment denial for new admissions starting November 23, 2023, lasting 31 days (triggered by inspection on August 23, 2023).
August 23, 2023 · Fine
CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $28,822 against this nursing home on August 23, 2023.
Staffing
4.00 nurse hours per resident per day in Q2 2026, down from 4.20 in Q4 2025.
From the payroll records nursing homes file with CMS.
Ownership
For profit
Part of Serrano Group, a chain of 11 nursing homes.
Average CMS star ratings across the chain: 2.1 overall, 1.6 for health inspections, 3.2 for staffing, 4.3 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.
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