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Buena Park Nursing Center, Buena Park, CA: 2 star rating, fined $8,427 across 1 fine and had 1 payment denial
Buena Park Nursing Center in Buena Park, CA is run by 8520 Western Avenue Inc, with no owner listed in the CMS ownership file, is rated 2 of 5 stars by Medicare, and was fined $8,427 across 1 fine and had 1 payment denial in the three years to October 1, 2026. CMS lists 68 health citations from inspections in that time, the latest survey on July 23, 2026, and 1 of them found actual harm or immediate jeopardy.
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- Address
- 8520 Western Avenue, Buena Park, CA 90620
- Overall rating
- 2 of 5 stars
- Health inspection rating
- 1 of 5
- Staffing rating
- 4 of 5
- Quality measure rating
- 5 of 5
- Certified beds
- 143
- Residents per day
- 128 on average
- Ownership type
- For profit, corporation
- Legal business name
- 8520 Western Avenue Inc
- Chain
- The Mandelbaum Family, 18 facilities
- Fines
- $8,427 across 1 fine, three years to October 1, 2026
- Payment denials
- 1
- Health citations
- 68, of which 1 with actual harm or immediate jeopardy
- Latest survey
- July 23, 2026
- CMS Certification Number
- 055571
- On Care Compare
- Medicare Care Compare
Fines and payment denials
Every fine and payment denial CMS lists for this facility in the three years, newest first.
| Date | Type | Fine amount | Denial starts | Denial days | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 30, 2025 | Fine | $8,427 | Not listed | data.cms.gov | |
| October 30, 2025 | Payment denial | Not listed | November 28, 2025 | 13 | data.cms.gov |
Recent health citations
Citations from health inspections, newest first.
| Survey date | Tag | What CMS cited | Scope and severity | Status | Corrected on | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 23, 2026 | F686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | July 30, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| July 3, 2026 | F690 | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | July 16, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| June 4, 2026 | F689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | June 25, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| May 6, 2026 | F689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | May 19, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| March 18, 2026 | F881 | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | April 10, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| March 18, 2026 | F880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | April 10, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| March 18, 2026 | F849 | Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | April 10, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| March 18, 2026 | F842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | April 10, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| March 18, 2026 | F836 | Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | April 10, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| March 18, 2026 | F813 | Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors. | E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | April 10, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| March 18, 2026 | F812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | April 10, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| March 18, 2026 | F810 | Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | April 10, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| March 18, 2026 | F804 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | April 10, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| March 18, 2026 | F803 | 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. | E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | April 10, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| March 18, 2026 | F761 | 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. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | April 10, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| March 18, 2026 | F755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | April 10, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| March 18, 2026 | F732 | Post nurse staffing information every day. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | April 10, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| March 18, 2026 | F697 | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | April 10, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| March 18, 2026 | F695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | April 10, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| March 18, 2026 | F694 | Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | April 10, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| March 18, 2026 | F693 | 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. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | April 10, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| March 18, 2026 | F688 | 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. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | April 10, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| March 18, 2026 | F686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | April 10, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| March 18, 2026 | F684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | April 10, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| March 18, 2026 | F657 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | April 10, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| March 18, 2026 | F656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | April 10, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| March 18, 2026 | F645 | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | April 10, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| March 18, 2026 | F644 | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | April 10, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| March 18, 2026 | F641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | April 10, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| March 18, 2026 | F605 | Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. | E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | April 10, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| March 18, 2026 | F604 | Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | April 10, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| March 18, 2026 | F585 | 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. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | April 10, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| March 18, 2026 | F582 | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | April 10, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| March 18, 2026 | F552 | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | April 10, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| January 30, 2026 | F755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | February 28, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| January 30, 2026 | F656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | February 28, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| November 3, 2025 | F684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | November 20, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| November 3, 2025 | F656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | November 20, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| November 3, 2025 | F552 | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. | B: pattern, minimal harm potential | Corrected | November 20, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| October 31, 2025 | F880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | November 20, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| October 30, 2025 | F693 | 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. | G: isolated, actual harm | Corrected | December 11, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| November 21, 2024 | F908 | Keep all essential equipment working safely. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | December 20, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| November 21, 2024 | F881 | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | December 20, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| November 21, 2024 | F880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | December 20, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| November 21, 2024 | F842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | December 20, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| November 21, 2024 | F813 | Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | December 20, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| November 21, 2024 | F812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | December 20, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| November 21, 2024 | F761 | 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. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | December 20, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| November 21, 2024 | F758 | 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. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | December 20, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| November 21, 2024 | F757 | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | December 20, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| November 21, 2024 | F755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | December 20, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| November 21, 2024 | F700 | 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. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | December 20, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| November 21, 2024 | F698 | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | December 20, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| November 21, 2024 | F695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | December 20, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| November 21, 2024 | F693 | 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. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | December 20, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| November 21, 2024 | F686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | December 20, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| November 21, 2024 | F656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | December 20, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| November 21, 2024 | F645 | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | December 20, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| November 21, 2024 | F584 | 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. | B: pattern, minimal harm potential | Corrected | December 20, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| November 21, 2024 | F578 | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | December 20, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| November 21, 2024 | F558 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | B: pattern, minimal harm potential | Corrected | December 20, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| August 1, 2024 | F684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | August 30, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| July 2, 2024 | F604 | Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | August 1, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| July 2, 2024 | F584 | 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. | B: pattern, minimal harm potential | Corrected | August 1, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| May 30, 2024 | F610 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | June 28, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| May 30, 2024 | F609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | June 28, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| December 21, 2023 | F692 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | January 19, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| November 29, 2023 | F919 | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. | B: pattern, minimal harm potential | Corrected | December 31, 2023 | data.cms.gov |
Owners and managers
Organizations CMS lists as owners or managers of this facility, as CMS names them. CMS also lists 21 individual or personal trusts (9 managers, 4 officers, directors or trustees, 8 other disclosable parties). Their names are not shown on this page.
| Organization | Role | Share | Since | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GVBP Real Estate Holdings, LLC | Additional disclosable party | Not listed | December 5, 2023 | data.cms.gov |
| Hansen | Additional disclosable party | Not listed | January 1, 2023 | data.cms.gov |
| Skillserve Inc | Additional disclosable party | Not listed | December 20, 2007 | data.cms.gov |
Also on SpecStream
Updated November 7, 2026. Read from CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing homes. Open data from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (US government work). Fines and citations are as CMS lists them on the date this page was read and can change after an appeal. The CMS files are joined on the CMS Certification Number. CMS gives owners no ID, so an owner page groups facilities by the owner name as CMS spells it. Names of individual owners and managers are not shown. This page uses CMS data and is not endorsed or certified by CMS. Free to reuse with credit to SpecStream under CC BY 4.0. Spot a wrong value? Write to [email protected] with the link to this page.