SOUTH PASADENA CARE CENTER

South Pasadena Care Center is a long-term care facility located at 904 Mission St in South Pasadena, California (Los Angeles County), ZIP code 91030. The facility operates under for-profit ownership as a limited liability company and holds certification for both Medicare and Medicaid. It has a total of 156 certified beds, placing it among the larger skilled nursing facilities in the region. The facility has received an overall CMS star rating of 2 out of 5, which falls below the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS star ratings are calculated using data from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures, and serve as a standardized reference point for comparing nursing home performance. South Pasadena Care Center received a 2-star rating in the health inspection category, also below the national average, reflecting the findings from state and federal surveys conducted at the facility. The staffing rating stands at 3 stars, meeting the national average, which indicates a mid-range level of nursing staff hours relative to resident census. The quality measure rating is 3 stars, also at the national average, based on clinical data reported for residents across several health outcome categories. South Pasadena Care Center accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as forms of payment, making it accessible to residents who qualify for federal health insurance programs as well as those enrolled in the joint federal and state Medicaid program. Individuals and families researching payment options are advised to contact the facility directly at (626) 399-0358 to confirm current coverage details, bed availability, and any out-of-pocket costs that may apply. When compared to national benchmarks, South Pasadena Care Center presents a mixed profile. The overall 2-star rating and the 2-star health inspection score are both below the national average, while the staffing and quality measure ratings each sit at the national average of 3 stars. This pattern suggests that health inspection results are the primary area pulling the overall rating downward. Prospective residents and their families can review detailed CMS inspection reports through the Medicare Care Compare database for additional context on the specific findings that contribute to the facility's ratings. South Pasadena Care Center remains an active provider serving the greater Los Angeles area within the city of South Pasadena.