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Downey Post Acute

13007 S. Paramount Blvd., Downey, CA 90242

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Downey Post Acute is a nursing home in Downey, 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.

This page uses data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), published on October 28, 2026. CMS updates its data about once a month.

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Facts from CMS

Phone
(562) 923-9301
Last standard health inspection
May 7, 2026 (6 months ago)
Certified beds
99
Residents per day, on average
91.1
Ownership type
For profit - Corporation
Legal business name
Rio Hondo Healthcare INC
Chain
The Ensign Group
Takes part in
Medicare and Medicaid

More health citations than the California average (57 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.

  1. 4 citations

    Health inspection on July 30, 2026

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    • 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 August 22, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0686 4 times since 2024.

    • Citation F0584. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      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 August 22, 2026.

    • Citation F0585. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.

      CMS lists it as corrected on August 22, 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 August 22, 2026.

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  2. 10 citations

    Health inspection on May 7, 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 May 29, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0812 2 times since 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 May 29, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0880 4 times since 2023.

    • 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 May 29, 2026.

    • 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 May 29, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0656 6 times since 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 May 29, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0657 2 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 May 29, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0689 3 times since 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 May 29, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0695 2 times since 2024.

    • 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 29, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0755 4 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 May 29, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0842 2 times since 2024.

    • Citation F0914. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide bedrooms that don't allow residents to see each other when privacy is needed.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 29, 2026.

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  3. 7 citations

    Fire safety inspection on May 7, 2026

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    • Citation K0345. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      The rule CMS cited: Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 29, 2026.

    • Citation K0211. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 29, 2026.

    • Citation K0353. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 29, 2026.

    • 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 May 29, 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 May 29, 2026.

    • 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 May 29, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for K0511 2 times since 2025.

    • Citation K0712. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 29, 2026.

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  4. 1 citation

    Health inspection on March 13, 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 April 3, 2026.

      CMS has cited this home for F0658 2 times since 2025.

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  5. 1 citation

    Health inspection on November 26, 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 December 17, 2025.

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  6. CMS update of November 20, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.

  7. 1 citation

    Health inspection on November 18, 2025

    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 November 21, 2025.

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  8. 2 citations

    Health inspection on July 24, 2025

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    • 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 August 7, 2025.

    • Citation F0726. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      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 August 7, 2025.

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  9. CMS update of May 28, 2025

    • Star rating

      The CMS overall star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.

    • Star rating

      The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.

    • Health citation

      CMS removed citation F0758 from the health inspection on March 21, 2024.

  10. 9 citations

    Health inspection on March 27, 2025

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.

    • Citation F0656. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      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 20, 2025.

    • Citation F0658. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 20, 2025.

    • Citation F0685. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 20, 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 20, 2025.

    • Citation F0698. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 20, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for F0698 2 times since 2024.

    • 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 April 20, 2025.

    • Citation F0760. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 20, 2025.

    • 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 April 20, 2025.

    • Citation F0912. Severity B: potential for minimal harm, pattern.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 20, 2025.

      CMS has cited this home for F0912 2 times since 2024.

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  11. 2 citations

    Fire safety inspection on March 27, 2025

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    • 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 March 26, 2025.

    • 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 March 26, 2025.

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  12. 2 citations

    Health inspection on March 24, 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 April 4, 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 4, 2025.

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  13. 1 citation

    Health inspection on October 1, 2024

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    • 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 October 8, 2024.

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  14. 1 citation

    Health inspection on September 13, 2024

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    • Citation F0573. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Let each resident or the resident's legal representative access or purchase copies of all the resident's records.

      CMS lists it as corrected on September 24, 2024.

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  15. 2 citations

    Health inspection on August 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 August 30, 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 August 30, 2024.

      CMS has cited this home for F0684 2 times since 2024.

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  16. 1 citation

    Health inspection on August 9, 2024

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    • Citation F0688. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

      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 August 26, 2024.

      CMS has cited this home for F0688 2 times since 2024.

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  17. Fine

    August 9, 2024 (2 years ago)

    CMS fine of $13,575 on August 9, 2024.

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  18. CMS update of July 31, 2024

    • 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.

  19. 1 citation

    Health inspection on June 18, 2024

    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 30, 2024.

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  20. 1 citation

    Health inspection on May 15, 2024

    CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

    • Citation F0622. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.

      CMS lists it as corrected on May 29, 2024.

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  21. 1 citation

    Health inspection on May 7, 2024

    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 May 20, 2024.

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  22. 17 citations

    Health inspection on March 21, 2024

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    • Citation F0761. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

      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 12, 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 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 April 12, 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 April 12, 2024.

    • 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 12, 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 12, 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 12, 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 12, 2024.

    • Citation F0698. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 12, 2024.

    • Citation F0727. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 12, 2024.

    • 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 April 12, 2024.

    • Citation F0758. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 12, 2024.

    • 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 April 12, 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 April 12, 2024.

    • 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 April 12, 2024.

    • Citation F0883. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 12, 2024.

    • Citation F0912. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

      The rule CMS cited: Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.

      CMS lists it as corrected on April 12, 2024.

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  23. 1 citation

    Fire safety inspection on March 21, 2024

    CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

    • 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 March 28, 2024.

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  24. 1 citation

    Health inspection on January 24, 2024

    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 February 16, 2024.

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  25. 1 citation

    Health inspection on December 15, 2023

    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 December 29, 2023.

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Owners and managers

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Questions

When was Downey Post Acute last inspected?

CMS lists May 7, 2026 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.

How many citations (violations) does Downey Post Acute have?

CMS lists 57 health citations since December 15, 2023. CMS also calls these deficiencies.

Has Downey Post Acute been fined?

CMS lists 1 fine in the past three years, $13,575 in total.

What is the CMS star rating of Downey Post Acute?

Its CMS overall star rating is 4 of 5.

Is Downey Post Acute a Special Focus Facility?

No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.

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