PALOS VERDES HEALTH CARE CENTER

Palos Verdes Health Care Center is a skilled nursing facility located at 26303 Western Ave. in Lomita, California (ZIP code 90717), within Los Angeles County. The facility operates 48 certified beds and is classified under for-profit, individual ownership. It is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid residents. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) assigns star ratings to nursing facilities across several categories based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Palos Verdes Health Care Center holds an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars, which falls below the national average of 3.0 stars. The health inspection rating stands at 1 out of 5 stars, the lowest tier available under the CMS system, reflecting findings from state and federal inspection surveys. The staffing rating is 2 out of 5 stars, indicating staffing levels that are below the national average when measured against CMS benchmarks. In contrast, the quality measure rating reaches 5 out of 5 stars, the highest tier, reflecting favorable performance on clinical quality indicators used by CMS to assess resident care outcomes. With respect to payment options, Palos Verdes Health Care Center participates in both the Medicare and Medicaid programs. Medicare typically covers short-term skilled nursing care following a qualifying hospital stay, subject to specific eligibility criteria and coverage limits. Medicaid may cover longer-term care for residents who meet financial and medical eligibility requirements under California's Medi-Cal program. Individuals seeking information about private pay rates or additional insurance coverage options should contact the facility directly at (310) 784-5440. When compared to national benchmarks, the facility presents a mixed profile. Its overall 2-star rating places it below the national average of 3.0 stars, and its 1-star health inspection rating represents the lowest possible score within the CMS framework. The staffing rating of 2 stars also falls below average. However, the facility's 5-star quality measure rating is notably above the national norm, indicating that certain resident outcome metrics tracked by CMS are performing at a high level relative to other facilities nationwide. Prospective residents and their families are encouraged to review all available CMS data, visit the facility in person, and consult with a healthcare advisor when evaluating care options.