The Meadows on Sunset Post Acute

The Meadows on Sunset Post Acute is a skilled nursing facility located at 5154 Sunset Blvd in Los Angeles, California (ZIP 90027). The facility operates 159 certified beds and is classified as a for-profit limited liability company. It is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid patients. The facility holds an overall CMS star rating of 1 out of 5, which falls below the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS star ratings are derived from three component domains: health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. The health inspection rating for The Meadows on Sunset Post Acute is 1 out of 5, indicating results that rank in the lower range compared to other facilities nationally. The staffing rating is 4 out of 5, reflecting staffing levels that are above the national average. The quality measure rating is also 4 out of 5, indicating performance on clinical quality indicators that is above the national average. The low overall rating is primarily driven by the health inspection component, which carries significant weight in the CMS composite scoring methodology. As a facility certified for both Medicare and Medicaid, The Meadows on Sunset Post Acute is able to serve patients covered under either federal program. Medicare typically covers short-term skilled nursing care following a qualifying hospital stay, subject to eligibility requirements. Medicaid may cover longer-term custodial care for individuals who meet income and asset criteria. Prospective residents and their families are advised to contact the facility directly at (323) 663-3951 to confirm current payment options, availability, and any private pay arrangements. When compared against national benchmarks, the facility presents a mixed profile. Its staffing and quality measure ratings of 4 stars each are above the national average of 3.0 stars, suggesting that day-to-day clinical staffing levels and certain measurable patient outcomes perform relatively well. However, the overall 1-star rating and the 1-star health inspection rating indicate that the facility has received health inspection findings that place it in the lowest tier nationally. Health inspection ratings reflect findings from state inspections, complaint investigations, and infection control reviews conducted over a three-year period. Individuals researching this facility may wish to consult the full CMS Care Compare database for detailed inspection reports and specific deficiency citations.