Briarcrest Nursing Center
5648 East Gotham Street, Bell Gardens, CA 90201
Briarcrest Nursing Center is a nursing home in Bell Gardens, California. This page lists the citations, fines and star ratings that CMS publishes for it. Each one has a date and a link to CMS.
CMS star ratings
- 2 of 5CMS overall star rating
- 1 of 5CMS health inspection star rating
- 3 of 5CMS staffing star rating
- 5 of 5CMS quality measures star rating
Facts from CMS
- Phone
- (562) 927-2641
- Last standard health inspection
- June 4, 2026 (5 months ago)
- Certified beds
- 135
- Residents per day, on average
- 125
- Ownership type
- For profit - Partnership
- Legal business name
- 5648 East Gotham Street LLC
- Chain
- Cambridge Healthcare Services
- Takes part in
- Medicare and Medicaid
More health citations than the California average (103 vs 50).
Inspections, fines and changes
This list shows every citation and fine in CMS's current data, which covers about the last three years. It also shows changes CMS made to this home's ratings and records.
CMS update of October 28, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.
2 citations
Health inspection on August 19, 2026
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0755. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 9, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0755 3 times since 2024.
Citation F0842. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 9, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0842 4 times since 2024.
CMS update of July 29, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5.
2 citations
Health inspection on July 20, 2026
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0658. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 7, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0658 2 times since 2026.
Citation F0677. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 7, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0677 3 times since 2025.
3 citations
Health inspection on July 16, 2026
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0655. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
CMS lists it as corrected on August 6, 2026.
Citation F0693. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 6, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0693 4 times since 2023.
Citation F0880. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 6, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0880 7 times since 2024.
17 citations
Health inspection on June 4, 2026
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation F0812. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0812 3 times since 2023.
Citation F0695. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0695 3 times since 2024.
Citation F0761. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0761 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0550. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0550 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0552. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0552 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0580. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0580 3 times since 2024.
Citation F0656. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0656 7 times since 2024.
Citation F0658. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2026.
Citation F0677. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2026.
Citation F0689. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0689 7 times since 2024.
Citation F0690. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2026.
Citation F0692. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2026.
Citation F0756. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2026.
Citation F0757. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2026.
Citation F0803. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure 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.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2026.
Citation F0880. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2026.
Citation F0919. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2026.
8 citations
Fire safety inspection on June 4, 2026
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation K0712. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2026.
Citation K0920. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0920 2 times since 2024.
Citation K0345. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2026.
Citation K0363. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0363 2 times since 2024.
Citation K0511. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0511 2 times since 2024.
Citation K0761. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2026.
Citation K0923. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0923 2 times since 2024.
Citation E0030. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
List the names and contact information of those in the facility.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 26, 2026.
1 citation
Health inspection on May 19, 2026
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0656. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 4, 2026.
CMS update of April 29, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.
1 citation
Health inspection on April 1, 2026
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0583. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 17, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0583 3 times since 2024.
3 citations
Health inspection on March 26, 2026
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0580. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 17, 2026.
Citation F0628. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 17, 2026.
Citation F0842. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 17, 2026.
CMS update of February 25, 2026
Fine
CMS changed the fine from March 1, 2025 from $68,650 to $44,623.
5 citations
Health inspection on January 21, 2026
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0605. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2026.
Citation F0607. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2026.
Citation F0645. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0645 2 times since 2025.
Citation F0656. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2026.
Citation F0700. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Try 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.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 13, 2026.
3 citations
Health inspection on January 5, 2026
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0583. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 30, 2026.
Citation F0686. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 30, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0686 3 times since 2024.
Citation F0689. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 30, 2026.
CMS update of November 20, 2025
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from November 13, 2024 from $18,515 to $0.
3 citations
Health inspection on November 14, 2025
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0609. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 10, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0609 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0610. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 10, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0610 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0684. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 10, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0684 4 times since 2024.
1 citation
Health inspection on August 19, 2025
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0842. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 15, 2025.
1 citation
Health inspection on August 7, 2025
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0656. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 27, 2025.
CMS update of July 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Special Focus Facility
CMS no longer lists this home as a Special Focus Facility candidate.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from March 1, 2025 from $46,650 to $68,650.
1 citation
Health inspection on June 25, 2025
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0656. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 14, 2025.
1 citation
Health inspection on May 24, 2025
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0806. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 10, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0806 2 times since 2024.
1 citation
Health inspection on May 22, 2025
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0880. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on June 5, 2025.
1 citation
Health inspection on May 6, 2025
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0755. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 20, 2025.
1 citation
Health inspection on April 21, 2025
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0684. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 9, 2025.
Payment stopped
March 29, 2025 (1 year ago)
CMS stopped payment for new admissions from March 29, 2025, for 18 days.
15 citations
Health inspection on March 13, 2025
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.
227 of 1,165 California homes (19%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2025.
Citation F0689. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 10, 2025.
Citation F0726. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 10, 2025.
Citation F0880. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 10, 2025.
Citation F0557. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 10, 2025.
Citation F0558. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 10, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0558 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0641. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 10, 2025.
Citation F0645. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
CMS lists it as corrected on April 10, 2025.
Citation F0656. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 10, 2025.
Citation F0677. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 10, 2025.
Citation F0686. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 10, 2025.
Citation F0688. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 10, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0688 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0694. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 10, 2025.
Citation F0697. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 10, 2025.
Citation F0740. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 10, 2025.
Citation F0921. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 10, 2025.
3 citations
Fire safety inspection on March 13, 2025
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation K0918. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 10, 2025.
Citation K0362. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 10, 2025.
Citation E0041. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 10, 2025.
1 citation
Health inspection on March 1, 2025
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Severity J is the highest of CMS's four levels. CMS uses it when residents' health or safety is at serious risk right away.
86 of 1,165 California homes (7%) got a citation at the immediate jeopardy level in 2025.
Citation F0689. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 28, 2025.
Fine
March 1, 2025 (1 year ago)
CMS fine of $44,623 on March 1, 2025.
CMS update of February 26, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from June 25, 2024 from $52,400 to $34,060.
1 citation
Health inspection on February 6, 2025
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0880. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 25, 2025.
2 citations
Health inspection on December 30, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0609. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 24, 2025.
Citation F0610. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 24, 2025.
2 citations
Health inspection on December 11, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0684. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 27, 2024.
Citation F0693. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 27, 2024.
2 citations
Health inspection on November 13, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Severity G is the second-highest of CMS's four levels. It means a resident was harmed.
256 of 1,165 California homes (22%) got a citation at the actual harm level in 2024.
Citation F0689. Severity G: actual harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 6, 2024.
Citation F0600. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 6, 2024.
1 citation
Health inspection on August 20, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0805. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 6, 2024.
2 citations
Health inspection on August 13, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0552. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 12, 2024.
Citation F0657. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 12, 2024.
CMS update of July 31, 2024
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.
Payment stopped
July 27, 2024 (2 years ago)
CMS stopped payment for new admissions from July 27, 2024, for 47 days.
3 citations
Health inspection on July 11, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0675. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor each resident's preferences, choices, values and beliefs.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 30, 2024.
Citation F0695. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 30, 2024.
Citation F0806. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 30, 2024.
4 citations
Health inspection on June 25, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Severity K is the highest of CMS's four levels. CMS uses it when residents' health or safety is at serious risk right away.
105 of 1,165 California homes (9%) got a citation at the immediate jeopardy level in 2024.
Citation F0584. Severity K: immediate jeopardy, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 24, 2024.
Citation F0679. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 24, 2024.
Citation F0684. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 24, 2024.
Citation F0842. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 24, 2024.
Fine
June 25, 2024 (2 years ago)
CMS fine of $34,061 on June 25, 2024.
17 citations
Health inspection on March 7, 2024
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation F0583. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 5, 2024.
Citation F0686. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 5, 2024.
Citation F0725. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 5, 2024.
Citation F0755. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 5, 2024.
Citation F0759. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 5, 2024.
Citation F0761. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 5, 2024.
Citation F0812. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 5, 2024.
Citation F0880. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 5, 2024.
Citation F0908. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 5, 2024.
Citation F0550. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 5, 2024.
Citation F0558. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 5, 2024.
Citation F0580. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 5, 2024.
Citation F0656. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 5, 2024.
Citation F0676. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 5, 2024.
Citation F0688. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 5, 2024.
Citation F0689. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 5, 2024.
Citation F0695. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 5, 2024.
9 citations
Fire safety inspection on March 7, 2024
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation E0039. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 9, 2024.
Citation K0321. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 9, 2024.
Citation K0331. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Construct fire resistant interior walls.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 9, 2024.
Citation K0363. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 9, 2024.
Citation K0511. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 9, 2024.
Citation K0920. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 9, 2024.
Citation K0351. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 9, 2024.
Citation K0741. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 9, 2024.
Citation K0923. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 9, 2024.
CMS update of January 31, 2024
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
2 citations
Health inspection on January 24, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0689. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 23, 2024.
Citation F0693. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 23, 2024.
1 citation
Health inspection on January 8, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0880. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on February 8, 2024.
1 citation
Health inspection on November 9, 2023
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0687. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate foot care.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 8, 2023.
2 citations
Health inspection on October 17, 2023
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0693. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 8, 2023.
Citation F0812. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 8, 2023.
Owners and managers
CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.
- WIN WIN ENTERPRISES, LLC5% or greater direct ownership interest · 40% · since 12/10/2002
- BH ALLIANCEDirect ownership interest · not applicable · since 12/10/2002
- MANHATTAN FIVE PARTNERS LLCDirect ownership interest · not applicable · since 12/10/2002
- MISSION INVESTMENTS, INC.Direct ownership interest · not applicable · since 03/04/2024
- KRIEGER, LEODirect ownership interest · not applicable · since 12/10/2002
- LAZAR, MARKDirect ownership interest · not applicable · since 12/10/2002
- WINTNER, DANIELDirect ownership interest · not applicable · since 12/10/2002
- WINTNER, JACOBIndirect ownership interest · not applicable · since 12/10/2002
- CAMBRIDGE HEALTHCARE SERVICES LLCOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 06/11/2018
- PROFESSIONAL DIRECTIONS FOR HEALTH CAREOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 05/23/2013
- BUENO, LIBERTYOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 06/04/2025
- BUTENKO, JULIEOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 07/24/2023
- CAPELA, HEIDIOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 04/03/2023
- GURON, JOELOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 08/30/2024
- HASSELL, LANCEOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 04/25/2022
- JOHNSONBAUGH, JUNEOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 04/23/2024
- KUIZON, KRISTINAOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 04/01/2025
- LUTZ, LINDAOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 02/01/2012
- PALANA, CESAROperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 06/02/2025
- SALAZAR, PAULINAOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 12/14/2020
- SMEDRA, IRAOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 12/10/2002
- WINTNER, JACOBOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 12/10/2002
Questions
When was Briarcrest Nursing Center last inspected?
CMS lists June 4, 2026 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.
How many citations (violations) does Briarcrest Nursing Center have?
CMS lists 103 health citations since October 17, 2023. CMS also calls these deficiencies.
Has Briarcrest Nursing Center been fined?
CMS lists 2 fines in the past three years, $78,684 in total.
What is the CMS star rating of Briarcrest Nursing Center?
Its CMS overall star rating is 2 of 5.
Is Briarcrest Nursing Center a Special Focus Facility?
No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.