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Veterans Home of California, West Los Angeles, Los Angeles, CA: 3 star rating, no fines
Veterans Home of California, West Los Angeles in Los Angeles, CA is run by Department of Veterans Affairs of the State of California, with no owner listed in the CMS ownership file, is rated 3 of 5 stars by Medicare, and had no fines in the three years to October 1, 2026. CMS lists 49 health citations from inspections in that time, the latest survey on August 3, 2026, and none of them found actual harm or immediate jeopardy.
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- Address
- 11500 Nimitz Avenue, Los Angeles, CA 90049
- Overall rating
- 3 of 5 stars
- Health inspection rating
- 2 of 5
- Staffing rating
- 5 of 5
- Quality measure rating
- 4 of 5
- Certified beds
- 312
- Residents per day
- 144 on average
- Ownership type
- Government, State
- Legal business name
- Department of Veterans Affairs of the State of California
- Fines
- $0 across 0 fines, three years to October 1, 2026
- Payment denials
- 0
- Health citations
- 49, of which 0 with actual harm or immediate jeopardy
- Latest survey
- August 3, 2026
- CMS Certification Number
- 555917
- On Care Compare
- Medicare Care Compare
Recent health citations
Citations from health inspections, newest first.
| Survey date | Tag | What CMS cited | Scope and severity | Status | Corrected on | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 3, 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 | September 11, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| July 28, 2026 | F880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | August 12, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| July 2, 2026 | F550 | Honor 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 harm | Corrected | July 17, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| January 14, 2026 | F602 | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | February 10, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| December 12, 2025 | F868 | Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly | F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | January 12, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| December 12, 2025 | F844 | Follow rules about disclosure of ownership requirements and tell the state agency about changes in ownership and/or administrative personnel. | F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | January 12, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| December 12, 2025 | F841 | Designate 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 harm | Corrected | January 12, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| December 12, 2025 | F812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | January 12, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| December 12, 2025 | F802 | Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service. | F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | January 12, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| December 12, 2025 | F790 | Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | January 12, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| December 12, 2025 | 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 | January 12, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| December 12, 2025 | F550 | Honor 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 harm | Corrected | January 12, 2026 | data.cms.gov |
| August 22, 2025 | F791 | Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | November 13, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| May 1, 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 | June 3, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| April 11, 2025 | F609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | May 6, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| December 6, 2024 | F865 | Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. | F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | January 7, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| December 6, 2024 | F814 | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | January 7, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| December 6, 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 | January 7, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| December 6, 2024 | F812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | January 7, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| December 6, 2024 | F805 | Ensure 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 harm | Corrected | January 7, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| December 6, 2024 | F802 | Provide 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 harm | Corrected | January 7, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| December 6, 2024 | 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 | January 7, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| December 6, 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 | January 7, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| December 6, 2024 | F641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | January 7, 2025 | data.cms.gov |
| October 31, 2024 | F760 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | November 21, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| October 31, 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 | November 21, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| July 31, 2024 | F945 | Include as part of its infection prevention and control program, mandatory training that includes written standards, policies, and procedures for the program. | F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | August 19, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| July 31, 2024 | F880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | August 19, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| July 30, 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 16, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| February 22, 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 | May 22, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| January 26, 2024 | F883 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | February 28, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| January 26, 2024 | F880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | February 28, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| January 26, 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 | February 28, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| January 26, 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 | February 28, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| January 26, 2024 | 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 | February 28, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| January 26, 2024 | F790 | Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident. | E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | February 28, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| January 26, 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 | February 28, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| January 26, 2024 | F759 | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | February 28, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| January 26, 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. | E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | February 28, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| January 26, 2024 | F755 | Provide 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 harm | Corrected | February 28, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| January 26, 2024 | 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 | February 28, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| January 26, 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 | February 28, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| January 26, 2024 | 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 | February 28, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| January 26, 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 | February 28, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| January 26, 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. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | February 28, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| January 26, 2024 | F554 | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | February 28, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| January 25, 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 | March 19, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| January 25, 2024 | F557 | Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. | D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | Corrected | March 19, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
| January 10, 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 | January 29, 2024 | data.cms.gov |
Owners and managers
Organizations CMS lists as owners or managers of this facility, as CMS names them. CMS also lists 6 individual or personal trusts (3 managers, 3 other disclosable parties). Their names are not shown on this page.
| Organization | Role | Share | Since | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Department of Veterans Affairs of the State of California | Operational or managerial control | Not listed | June 14, 2010 | data.cms.gov |
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