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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Dept of State Hospitals - Metropolitan SNF
11401 South Bloomfield Avenue, Norwalk, CA 90650 · Los Angeles County
19
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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates use caution.
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Availability outlookUsually has openings
Typically 57% full — availability is generally good.
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 Norwalk
Dept of State Hospitals - Metropolitan SNF is a government-owned skilled nursing facility in Norwalk, CA, with 102 certified beds and an average of about 58 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 10.05 total nurse hours per resident each day (4.41 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 20.9%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 22 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $83,093 in the recent record. Note: CMS has flagged this facility with an abuse icon. We strongly recommend reviewing the full inspection report and discussing it on any tour. 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 (10.05 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •22 deficiencies at last survey
- •$83,093 in federal fines
- •CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully
- •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 Norwalk options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 102
- Avg. residents/day
- 58
- Ownership
- Government - State
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 555731
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
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| 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
- 10.05
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 4.41
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 20.9%
- 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 (abuse citation) (Special Focus Facility). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 22
- Federal fines
- 2 ($83,093)
- Total penalties
- 3
- Last standard survey
- 2025-12-08
- Sprinkler system
- Partial
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (54 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-03-07Severity L — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
2026-03-07Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
2026-03-07Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Give their staff education on dementia care, and what abuse, neglect, and exploitation are; and how to report abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
2026-03-07Severity E — 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.
2026-03-07Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
2025-12-08Severity J — immediate jeopardyQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
2025-12-08Severity G — actual harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
2025-12-08Severity F — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-08 | Fine | $65,521 |
| 2025-12-08 | Payment denial | — |
| 2024-07-02 | Fine | $17,572 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
Location
11401 South Bloomfield Avenue, Norwalk, 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
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Dept of State Hospitals - Metropolitan SNF
How much does Dept of State Hospitals - Metropolitan SNF cost?
Dept of State Hospitals - Metropolitan SNF does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Norwalk, 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 Dept of State Hospitals - Metropolitan SNF's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Dept of State Hospitals - Metropolitan SNF 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Dept of State Hospitals - Metropolitan SNF?
Staff provide about 10.05 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 20.9% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Dept of State Hospitals - Metropolitan SNF?
Dept of State Hospitals - Metropolitan SNF has 54 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-12-08). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Dept of State Hospitals - Metropolitan SNF have availability?
Typically 57% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Dept of State Hospitals - Metropolitan SNF offer?
Dept of State Hospitals - Metropolitan SNF in Norwalk, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 102 beds.
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