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The Ellison John Transitional Care Center, Lancaster, CA: 2 star rating, fined $199,594 across 3 fines and had 2 payment denials

The Ellison John Transitional Care Center in Lancaster, CA is owned by Abby GL LLC and Premiere Wellness of Lancaster GP LLC, is rated 2 of 5 stars by Medicare, and was fined $199,594 across 3 fines and had 2 payment denials in the three years to October 1, 2026. CMS lists 108 health citations from inspections in that time, the latest survey on July 8, 2026, and 4 of them found actual harm or immediate jeopardy.

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Address
43830 10th Street West, Lancaster, CA 93534
Overall rating
2 of 5 stars
Health inspection rating
1 of 5
Staffing rating
3 of 5
Quality measure rating
5 of 5
Certified beds
170
Residents per day
156 on average
Ownership type
For profit, individual
Chain
Pursue Health, 7 facilities
Fines
$199,594 across 3 fines, three years to October 1, 2026
Payment denials
2
Health citations
108, of which 4 with actual harm or immediate jeopardy
Latest survey
July 8, 2026
CMS Certification Number
555904
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
November 12, 2025Fine$10,358Not listeddata.cms.gov
November 20, 2024Fine$125,220Not listeddata.cms.gov
November 20, 2024Payment denialNot listedDecember 24, 202417data.cms.gov
December 17, 2023Fine$64,016Not listeddata.cms.gov
December 17, 2023Payment denialNot listedJanuary 17, 20244data.cms.gov

Recent health citations

Citations from health inspections, newest first. These are the latest 100 of 108.

Survey dateTagWhat CMS citedScope and severityStatusCorrected onSource
July 8, 2026F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 31, 2026data.cms.gov
June 18, 2026F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 15, 2026data.cms.gov
June 18, 2026F809Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 15, 2026data.cms.gov
June 18, 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 harmCorrectedJuly 15, 2026data.cms.gov
June 18, 2026F760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 15, 2026data.cms.gov
June 18, 2026F757Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 15, 2026data.cms.gov
June 18, 2026F755Provide 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 harmCorrectedJuly 15, 2026data.cms.gov
June 18, 2026F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 15, 2026data.cms.gov
June 18, 2026F693Ensure 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 harmCorrectedJuly 15, 2026data.cms.gov
June 18, 2026F690Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 15, 2026data.cms.gov
June 18, 2026F689Ensure 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 harmCorrectedJuly 15, 2026data.cms.gov
June 18, 2026F605Prevent 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 harmCorrectedJuly 15, 2026data.cms.gov
June 18, 2026F580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 15, 2026data.cms.gov
June 18, 2026F558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 15, 2026data.cms.gov
June 10, 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 harmCorrectedJuly 1, 2026data.cms.gov
June 10, 2026F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 1, 2026data.cms.gov
June 10, 2026F641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 1, 2026data.cms.gov
May 28, 2026F657Develop 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 harmCorrectedJune 11, 2026data.cms.gov
March 25, 2026F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 10, 2026data.cms.gov
March 20, 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 harmCorrectedApril 17, 2026data.cms.gov
March 20, 2026F755Provide 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 harmCorrectedApril 17, 2026data.cms.gov
March 20, 2026F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 17, 2026data.cms.gov
March 20, 2026F580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 17, 2026data.cms.gov
March 20, 2026F558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 17, 2026data.cms.gov
March 5, 2026F760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 22, 2026data.cms.gov
March 5, 2026F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 22, 2026data.cms.gov
December 30, 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 harmCorrectedDecember 31, 2025data.cms.gov
December 26, 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 harmCorrectedDecember 29, 2025data.cms.gov
December 1, 2025F842Safeguard 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 harmCorrectedDecember 11, 2025data.cms.gov
December 1, 2025F770Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 11, 2025data.cms.gov
December 1, 2025F760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 11, 2025data.cms.gov
December 1, 2025F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 11, 2025data.cms.gov
December 1, 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 harmCorrectedDecember 11, 2025data.cms.gov
November 12, 2025F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.G: isolated, actual harmCorrectedDecember 4, 2025data.cms.gov
November 12, 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 4, 2025data.cms.gov
November 12, 2025F580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 4, 2025data.cms.gov
September 11, 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 harmCorrectedSeptember 25, 2025data.cms.gov
September 11, 2025F580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 25, 2025data.cms.gov
July 22, 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 harmCorrectedAugust 1, 2025data.cms.gov
May 5, 2025F770Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMay 12, 2025data.cms.gov
May 5, 2025F692Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMay 12, 2025data.cms.gov
April 22, 2025F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMay 9, 2025data.cms.gov
April 22, 2025F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMay 9, 2025data.cms.gov
April 22, 2025F584Honor 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 harmCorrectedMay 9, 2025data.cms.gov
February 28, 2025F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 25, 2025data.cms.gov
February 28, 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 harmCorrectedMarch 25, 2025data.cms.gov
February 28, 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 harmCorrectedMarch 25, 2025data.cms.gov
February 28, 2025F791Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 25, 2025data.cms.gov
February 28, 2025F760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 25, 2025data.cms.gov
February 28, 2025F758Implement 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.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 25, 2025data.cms.gov
February 28, 2025F757Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 25, 2025data.cms.gov
February 28, 2025F756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 25, 2025data.cms.gov
February 28, 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 harmCorrectedMarch 25, 2025data.cms.gov
February 28, 2025F697Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 25, 2025data.cms.gov
February 28, 2025F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 25, 2025data.cms.gov
February 28, 2025F690Provide 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 harmCorrectedMarch 25, 2025data.cms.gov
February 28, 2025F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 25, 2025data.cms.gov
February 28, 2025F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 25, 2025data.cms.gov
February 28, 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 harmCorrectedMarch 25, 2025data.cms.gov
February 28, 2025F658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 25, 2025data.cms.gov
February 28, 2025F657Develop 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 harmCorrectedMarch 25, 2025data.cms.gov
February 28, 2025F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 25, 2025data.cms.gov
February 28, 2025F655Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admittedD: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 25, 2025data.cms.gov
February 28, 2025F641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.B: pattern, minimal harm potentialCorrectedMarch 25, 2025data.cms.gov
February 28, 2025F640Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.B: pattern, minimal harm potentialCorrectedMarch 25, 2025data.cms.gov
February 28, 2025F604Ensure 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 harmCorrectedMarch 25, 2025data.cms.gov
February 28, 2025F584Honor 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 harmCorrectedMarch 25, 2025data.cms.gov
February 28, 2025F552Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 25, 2025data.cms.gov
February 21, 2025F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 13, 2025data.cms.gov
January 15, 2025F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 5, 2025data.cms.gov
December 23, 2024F842Safeguard 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 harmCorrectedJanuary 10, 2025data.cms.gov
December 23, 2024F694Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 10, 2025data.cms.gov
December 23, 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 harmCorrectedJanuary 10, 2025data.cms.gov
December 5, 2024F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 23, 2024data.cms.gov
November 22, 2024F580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.J: isolated, immediate jeopardyCorrectedNovember 25, 2024data.cms.gov
November 22, 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 harmCorrectedNovember 25, 2024data.cms.gov
November 22, 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 harmCorrectedNovember 25, 2024data.cms.gov
November 20, 2024F813Have 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 11, 2024data.cms.gov
July 26, 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 harmCorrectedAugust 20, 2024data.cms.gov
February 23, 2024F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 22, 2024data.cms.gov
February 23, 2024F842Safeguard 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 harmCorrectedMarch 22, 2024data.cms.gov
February 23, 2024F760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 22, 2024data.cms.gov
February 23, 2024F758Implement 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.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 22, 2024data.cms.gov
February 23, 2024F757Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 22, 2024data.cms.gov
February 23, 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 harmCorrectedMarch 22, 2024data.cms.gov
February 23, 2024F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 22, 2024data.cms.gov
February 23, 2024F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 22, 2024data.cms.gov
February 23, 2024F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 22, 2024data.cms.gov
February 23, 2024F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 22, 2024data.cms.gov
February 23, 2024F658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 22, 2024data.cms.gov
February 23, 2024F657Develop 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 harmCorrectedMarch 22, 2024data.cms.gov
February 23, 2024F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 22, 2024data.cms.gov
February 23, 2024F641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.B: pattern, minimal harm potentialCorrectedMarch 22, 2024data.cms.gov
February 23, 2024F640Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.B: pattern, minimal harm potentialCorrectedMarch 22, 2024data.cms.gov
February 23, 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 harmCorrectedMarch 22, 2024data.cms.gov
February 23, 2024F558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 22, 2024data.cms.gov
February 23, 2024F554Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 22, 2024data.cms.gov
February 23, 2024F552Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedMarch 22, 2024data.cms.gov
January 21, 2024F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJanuary 21, 2024data.cms.gov
January 21, 2024F842Safeguard 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 harmCorrectedJanuary 21, 2024data.cms.gov

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Owners and managers

Organizations CMS lists as owners or managers of this facility, as CMS names them. CMS also lists 7 individual or personal trusts (1 owners, 3 managers, 3 other disclosable parties). Their names are not shown on this page.

OrganizationRoleShareSinceSource
Abby GL LLCLimited partnerNot listedAugust 6, 2020data.cms.gov
Premiere Wellness of Lancaster GP LLCGeneral partnerNot listedNovember 1, 2014data.cms.gov
Pursue Health LLCOperational or managerial controlNot listedJanuary 1, 2021data.cms.gov
Eretz Lancaster Properties LLCAdditional disclosable partyNot listedJanuary 12, 2011data.cms.gov
Pursue Health LLCAdditional disclosable partyNot listedApril 24, 2025data.cms.gov

Also on SpecStream

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