Torrance Memorial Med Ctr SNF/Dp
Scout 100Torrance, CA · 40 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
One of Torrance's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $11,400–$17,130/mo
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California Post Acute
909 S Lake Street, Los Angeles, CA 90006 · Los Angeles County
22
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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates use caution.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 85% full (56 of 66 beds occupied on an average day).
If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Los Angeles
California Post Acute is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Los Angeles, CA, with 66 certified beds and an average of about 56 residents per day. It operates as part of the Serrano Group network.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.02 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.29 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 47.5%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 33 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 5 federal fines totaling $227,180 in the recent record. This facility is in the CMS Special Focus Facility program, which targets homes with a history of serious quality problems.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.02 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •33 deficiencies at last survey
- •$227,180 in federal fines
- •In the CMS Special Focus Facility program
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Los Angeles options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 66
- Avg. residents/day
- 56
- Ownership
- For profit - Individual
- Part of a chain
- Serrano Group
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 055461
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
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| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $11,400–$17,130/mo (median $13,790) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Los Angeles prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 4.02
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.29
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 47.5%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
⚠️ This community carries a serious CMS flag (Special Focus Facility). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 33
- Federal fines
- 5 ($227,180)
- Total penalties
- 9
- Last standard survey
- 2025-07-26
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (130 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-02-06Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
2026-02-06Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
2026-01-21Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
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.
2025-12-18Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
2025-12-18Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintEnvironmental Deficiencies
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
2025-11-17Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
2025-11-13Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintAdministration Deficiencies
Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
2025-08-11Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-26 | Fine | $34,239 |
| 2025-07-26 | Payment denial | — |
| 2024-12-03 | Fine | $105,240 |
| 2024-12-03 | Payment denial | — |
| 2024-04-19 | Fine | $11,825 |
| 2023-12-06 | Fine | $24,102 |
| 2023-12-06 | Payment denial | — |
| 2023-07-29 | Fine | $51,774 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ 24/7 staff
Location
909 S Lake Street, Los Angeles, CA
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about California Post Acute
How much does California Post Acute cost?
California Post Acute does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Los Angeles, CA area typically runs $11,400–$17,130 per month (median $13,790, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is California Post Acute's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates California Post Acute 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at California Post Acute?
Staff provide about 4.02 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 47.5% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at California Post Acute?
California Post Acute has 130 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-07-26). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does California Post Acute have availability?
Typically 85% full (56 of 66 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does California Post Acute offer?
California Post Acute in Los Angeles, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 66 beds.
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