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Monterey Palms Health Care Center, Palm Desert, CA: 3 star rating, no fines

Monterey Palms Health Care Center in Palm Desert, CA is owned by GC Holding Company 2 LLC, is rated 3 of 5 stars by Medicare, and had no fines in the three years to October 1, 2026. CMS lists 36 health citations from inspections in that time, the latest survey on July 21, 2026, and none of them found actual harm or immediate jeopardy.

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Address
44610 Monterey Avenue, Palm Desert, CA 92260
Overall rating
3 of 5 stars
Health inspection rating
2 of 5
Staffing rating
4 of 5
Quality measure rating
5 of 5
Certified beds
99
Residents per day
88 on average
Ownership type
For profit, limited liability company
Legal business name
Monterey Palms Operating Company LP
Chain
Mariner Health Care, 17 facilities
Fines
$0 across 0 fines, three years to October 1, 2026
Payment denials
0
Health citations
36, of which 0 with actual harm or immediate jeopardy
Latest survey
July 21, 2026
CMS Certification Number
555403
On Care Compare
Medicare Care Compare

Recent health citations

Citations from health inspections, newest first.

Survey dateTagWhat CMS citedScope and severityStatusCorrected onSource
July 21, 2026F842Safeguard 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 harmCorrectedAugust 14, 2026data.cms.gov
July 21, 2026F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 14, 2026data.cms.gov
June 17, 2026F800Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 10, 2026data.cms.gov
May 14, 2026F908Keep all essential equipment working safely.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 5, 2026data.cms.gov
May 14, 2026F814Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 5, 2026data.cms.gov
May 14, 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 harmCorrectedJune 5, 2026data.cms.gov
May 14, 2026F810Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 5, 2026data.cms.gov
May 14, 2026F808Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 5, 2026data.cms.gov
May 14, 2026F806Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 5, 2026data.cms.gov
May 14, 2026F805Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 5, 2026data.cms.gov
May 14, 2026F803Ensure 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 harmCorrectedJune 5, 2026data.cms.gov
May 14, 2026F802Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 5, 2026data.cms.gov
May 14, 2026F761Ensure 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 harmCorrectedJune 5, 2026data.cms.gov
May 14, 2026F755Provide 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 harmCorrectedJune 5, 2026data.cms.gov
May 14, 2026F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 5, 2026data.cms.gov
May 14, 2026F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 5, 2026data.cms.gov
May 14, 2026F605Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 5, 2026data.cms.gov
May 14, 2026F552Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 5, 2026data.cms.gov
January 29, 2026F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 28, 2026data.cms.gov
June 13, 2025F842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJune 25, 2025data.cms.gov
June 13, 2025F755Provide 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 harmCorrectedJune 25, 2025data.cms.gov
January 31, 2025F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 28, 2025data.cms.gov
January 31, 2025F814Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 28, 2025data.cms.gov
January 31, 2025F812Procure 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 28, 2025data.cms.gov
January 31, 2025F806Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 28, 2025data.cms.gov
January 31, 2025F804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 28, 2025data.cms.gov
January 31, 2025F803Ensure 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 harmCorrectedFebruary 28, 2025data.cms.gov
January 31, 2025F802Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 28, 2025data.cms.gov
January 31, 2025F761Ensure 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 harmCorrectedFebruary 28, 2025data.cms.gov
January 31, 2025F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 28, 2025data.cms.gov
January 31, 2025F656Develop 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 28, 2025data.cms.gov
July 2, 2024F558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 17, 2024data.cms.gov
April 19, 2024F558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMay 3, 2024data.cms.gov
March 21, 2024F814Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 8, 2024data.cms.gov
December 11, 2023F600Protect 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 harmCorrectedJanuary 27, 2024data.cms.gov
October 9, 2023F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedNovember 11, 2023data.cms.gov

Owners and managers

Organizations CMS lists as owners or managers of this facility, as CMS names them. CMS also lists 14 individual or personal trusts (1 owners, 7 managers, 1 officers, directors or trustees, 5 other disclosable parties). Their names are not shown on this page.

OrganizationRoleShareSinceSource
GC Holding Company 2 LLCDirect owner99%June 30, 2015data.cms.gov
GC Holding Company 2 LLCLimited partnerNot listedJune 30, 2015data.cms.gov
Grancare LLCIndirect ownerNot listedNovember 17, 2010data.cms.gov
Mariner Health Care, Inc.Indirect ownerNot listedNovember 17, 2010data.cms.gov
MHC Holding CompanyIndirect ownerNot listedNovember 17, 2010data.cms.gov
MHC West Holding CompanyIndirect ownerNot listedNovember 17, 2010data.cms.gov
Monterey Palms Holding Company GP LLCGeneral partnerNot listedAugust 27, 2014data.cms.gov
National Senior Care, Inc.Indirect ownerNot listedNovember 17, 2010data.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.