Fullerton, CA · 99 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
One of Fullerton's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $11,400–$17,130/mo
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Healthcare Center of Orange County
9021 Knott Ave, Buena Park, CA 90620 · Orange County
46
FairHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.Photos via google places.
Availability outlook● Very limited availability
Typically 95% full (94 of 99 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.
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 Buena Park
Healthcare Center of Orange County is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Buena Park, CA, with 99 certified beds and an average of about 94 residents per day. It operates as part of the Crystal Solorzano network.
Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 5.28 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.60 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 22.5%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 35 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $8,278 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (5.28 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •35 deficiencies at last survey
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Buena Park options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 99
- Avg. residents/day
- 94
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Crystal Solorzano
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 055674
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 Anaheim 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
- 5.28
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.60
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 22.5%
- 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)
- 35
- Federal fines
- 1 ($8,278)
- Total penalties
- 2
- Last standard survey
- 2025-06-05
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (88 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-04-15Severity 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.
2026-04-15Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
2026-04-15Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
2026-04-15Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed …
2026-03-06Severity B — minimalFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
2025-10-09Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2025-10-09Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-10-09Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-10-09 | Fine | $8,278 |
| 2025-10-09 | Payment denial | — |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Wellness programs
Location
9021 Knott Ave, Buena Park, 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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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Healthcare Center of Orange County
How much does Healthcare Center of Orange County cost?
Healthcare Center of Orange County does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Buena Park, 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 Healthcare Center of Orange County's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Healthcare Center of Orange County 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Healthcare Center of Orange County?
Staff provide about 5.28 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 22.5% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Healthcare Center of Orange County?
Healthcare Center of Orange County has 88 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-06-05). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Healthcare Center of Orange County have availability?
Typically 95% full (94 of 99 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Healthcare Center of Orange County offer?
Healthcare Center of Orange County in Buena Park, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 99 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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