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Cerritos Vista Healthcare Center

17836 Woodruff Avenue, Bellflower, CA 90706 · Los Angeles County

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Availability outlookFills quickly

Typically 94% full (131 of 140 beds occupied on an average day).

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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 low federal rating — review the details closely

Cerritos Vista Healthcare Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Bellflower, CA, with 140 certified beds and an average of about 131 residents per day. It operates as part of the Longwood Management Corporation network.

Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.83 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.37 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 41.1%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 43 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

  • No federal fines on record
  • Full sprinkler system
  • Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

  • Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
  • Below-average health-inspection rating
  • Below-average nurse staffing (3.83 hrs/resident/day)
  • 43 deficiencies at last survey
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Bellflower options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds
140
Avg. residents/day
131
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain
Longwood Management Corporation
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
056405

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 careMonthly costSource
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

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day
3.83
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
0.37
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
41.1%
National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey)
43
Federal fines
None on record
Total penalties
0
Last standard survey
2026-02-26
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Both

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (87 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-04-06Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.

2026-02-26Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

2026-02-26Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

2026-02-26Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

2026-02-26Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

2026-02-26Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

2026-02-26Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

2026-02-26Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

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.

Services & amenities

  • Full automatic sprinkler system
  • Medicare & Medicaid certified
  • 24-hour licensed nursing
  • On-site rehabilitation therapy
  • Rehabilitation services
  • Library
  • 24/7 staff

Location

17836 Woodruff Avenue, Bellflower, CA

  • Monday: Open 24 hours
  • Tuesday: Open 24 hours
  • Wednesday: Open 24 hours
  • Thursday: Open 24 hours
  • Friday: Open 24 hours
  • Saturday: Open 24 hours
  • Sunday: Open 24 hours

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Cerritos Vista Healthcare Center

How much does Cerritos Vista Healthcare Center cost?

Cerritos Vista Healthcare Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Bellflower, 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 Cerritos Vista Healthcare Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Cerritos Vista Healthcare Center 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Cerritos Vista Healthcare Center?

Staff provide about 3.83 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 41.1% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Cerritos Vista Healthcare Center?

Cerritos Vista Healthcare Center has 87 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-02-26). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Cerritos Vista Healthcare Center have availability?

Typically 94% full (131 of 140 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Cerritos Vista Healthcare Center offer?

Cerritos Vista Healthcare Center in Bellflower, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 140 beds.

The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you

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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

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