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Fireside Health Care Center, Santa Monica, CA: 4 star rating, fined $97,670 across 1 fine and had 1 payment denial

Fireside Health Care Center in Santa Monica, CA is owned by Nahs Southwest Inc, is rated 4 of 5 stars by Medicare, and was fined $97,670 across 1 fine and had 1 payment denial in the three years to October 1, 2026. CMS lists 56 health citations from inspections in that time, the latest survey on August 11, 2026, and none of them found actual harm or immediate jeopardy.

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Address
947 3rd Street, Santa Monica, CA 90403
Overall rating
4 of 5 stars
Health inspection rating
3 of 5
Staffing rating
3 of 5
Quality measure rating
5 of 5
Certified beds
66
Residents per day
61 on average
Ownership type
For profit, corporation
Legal business name
F.C.H., Inc.
Chain
Nahs, 12 facilities
Fines
$97,670 across 1 fine, three years to October 1, 2026
Payment denials
1
Health citations
56, of which 0 with actual harm or immediate jeopardy
Latest survey
August 11, 2026
CMS Certification Number
555039
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.

DateTypeFine amountDenial startsDenial daysSource
August 7, 2024Fine$97,670Not listeddata.cms.gov
August 7, 2024Payment denialNot listedSeptember 19, 20246data.cms.gov

Recent health citations

Citations from health inspections, newest first.

Survey dateTagWhat CMS citedScope and severityStatusCorrected onSource
August 11, 2026F627Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 28, 2026data.cms.gov
January 23, 2026F912Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmNo revisit neededdata.cms.gov
January 23, 2026F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 24, 2026data.cms.gov
January 23, 2026F812Procure 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 harmCorrectedFebruary 24, 2026data.cms.gov
January 23, 2026F698Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 12, 2026data.cms.gov
January 23, 2026F697Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 12, 2026data.cms.gov
January 23, 2026F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 12, 2026data.cms.gov
January 23, 2026F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 12, 2026data.cms.gov
January 23, 2026F656Develop 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 harmCorrectedFebruary 24, 2026data.cms.gov
January 23, 2026F638Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 12, 2026data.cms.gov
January 23, 2026F583Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 12, 2026data.cms.gov
January 23, 2026F582Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 12, 2026data.cms.gov
December 10, 2025F609Timely 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 harmCorrectedDecember 24, 2025data.cms.gov
March 19, 2025F837Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 6, 2025data.cms.gov
March 19, 2025F585Honor 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 harmCorrectedApril 6, 2025data.cms.gov
March 1, 2025F689Ensure 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 harmCorrectedMarch 26, 2025data.cms.gov
February 24, 2025F755Provide 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 harmCorrectedMarch 14, 2025data.cms.gov
January 23, 2025F697Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 6, 2025data.cms.gov
December 1, 2024F940Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff members.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 23, 2024data.cms.gov
December 1, 2024F921Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 23, 2024data.cms.gov
December 1, 2024F912Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.B: pattern, minimal harm potentialCorrectedDecember 23, 2024data.cms.gov
December 1, 2024F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 23, 2024data.cms.gov
December 1, 2024F726Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 23, 2024data.cms.gov
December 1, 2024F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 23, 2024data.cms.gov
December 1, 2024F693Ensure 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 harmCorrectedDecember 23, 2024data.cms.gov
December 1, 2024F690Provide 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 harmCorrectedDecember 23, 2024data.cms.gov
December 1, 2024F689Ensure 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 harmCorrectedDecember 23, 2024data.cms.gov
December 1, 2024F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 23, 2024data.cms.gov
December 1, 2024F645PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual DisabilitiesE: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 23, 2024data.cms.gov
December 1, 2024F644Coordinate 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 harmCorrectedDecember 23, 2024data.cms.gov
November 25, 2024F622Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 10, 2024data.cms.gov
October 9, 2024F761Ensure 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.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 17, 2024data.cms.gov
October 9, 2024F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 17, 2024data.cms.gov
September 12, 2024F841Designate a physician to serve as medical director responsible for implementation of resident care policies and coordination of medical care in the facility.F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 25, 2024data.cms.gov
September 2, 2024F656Develop 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 harmCorrectedSeptember 17, 2024data.cms.gov
September 2, 2024F623Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 17, 2024data.cms.gov
August 16, 2024F622Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 5, 2024data.cms.gov
August 15, 2024F609Timely 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 harmCorrectedSeptember 11, 2024data.cms.gov
August 15, 2024F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 11, 2024data.cms.gov
August 7, 2024F609Timely 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 harmCorrectedAugust 22, 2024data.cms.gov
May 6, 2024F660Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 3, 2024data.cms.gov
December 15, 2023F887Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 8, 2024data.cms.gov
December 15, 2023F883Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 8, 2024data.cms.gov
November 9, 2023F912Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.B: pattern, minimal harm potentialWaiver grantedDecember 7, 2023data.cms.gov
November 9, 2023F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 1, 2023data.cms.gov
November 9, 2023F849Arrange 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 harmCorrectedDecember 1, 2023data.cms.gov
November 9, 2023F813Have 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 harmCorrectedDecember 1, 2023data.cms.gov
November 9, 2023F812Procure 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 harmCorrectedDecember 1, 2023data.cms.gov
November 9, 2023F758Implement 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 harmCorrectedDecember 1, 2023data.cms.gov
November 9, 2023F755Provide 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 harmCorrectedDecember 1, 2023data.cms.gov
November 9, 2023F689Ensure 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 harmCorrectedDecember 1, 2023data.cms.gov
November 9, 2023F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 1, 2023data.cms.gov
November 9, 2023F657Develop 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 harmCorrectedDecember 1, 2023data.cms.gov
November 9, 2023F656Develop 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 harmCorrectedDecember 1, 2023data.cms.gov
November 9, 2023F584Honor 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.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 1, 2023data.cms.gov
November 9, 2023F559Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 1, 2023data.cms.gov

Owners and managers

Organizations CMS lists as owners or managers of this facility, as CMS names them. CMS also lists 19 individual or personal trusts (4 managers, 12 officers, directors or trustees, 3 other disclosable parties). Their names are not shown on this page.

OrganizationRoleShareSinceSource
Nahs Southwest IncDirect ownerNot listedJune 30, 2018data.cms.gov
Nahs Holding IncIndirect ownerNot listedJune 30, 2018data.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.