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Scout 100Torrance, CA · 40 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
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Est. $11,400–$17,130/mo
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Santa Anita Convalescent Hospital
5522 Gracewood Ave., Temple City, CA 91780 · Los Angeles County
Santa Anita Convalescent Hospital is a Medicare-certified skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility located in Arcadia, CA.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 90% full (354 of 391 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
Santa Anita Convalescent Hospital is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Temple City, CA, with 391 certified beds and an average of about 354 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 2/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.32 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.27 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 42.6%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 53 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 4 federal fines totaling $234,187 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 (4.32 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •53 deficiencies at last survey
- •$234,187 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 Temple City options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 391
- Avg. residents/day
- 354
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 055293
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
- 4.32
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.27
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 42.6%
- 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)
- 53
- Federal fines
- 4 ($234,187)
- Total penalties
- 5
- Last standard survey
- 2025-05-08
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Both
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (179 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-04-30Severity 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.
2026-04-07Severity D — potential for harmFrom 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.
2026-03-05Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
2026-03-05Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to choose his or her attending physician.
2026-01-05Severity D — potential for 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.
2025-12-04Severity 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.
2025-11-24Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
2025-11-05Severity D — potential for 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.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-06-17 | Fine | $50,935 |
| 2025-01-08 | Fine | $21,548 |
| 2024-05-25 | Fine | $75,208 |
| 2024-04-03 | Fine | $86,496 |
| 2024-04-03 | Payment denial | — |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Physical therapy
- ✓ Occupational therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ Chapel / worship services
- ✓ Wellness programs
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ 24/7 staff
Location
5522 Gracewood Ave., Temple City, 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 Santa Anita Convalescent Hospital
How much does Santa Anita Convalescent Hospital cost?
Santa Anita Convalescent Hospital does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Temple City, 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 Santa Anita Convalescent Hospital's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Santa Anita Convalescent Hospital 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 2/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Santa Anita Convalescent Hospital?
Staff provide about 4.32 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 42.6% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Santa Anita Convalescent Hospital?
Santa Anita Convalescent Hospital has 179 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-05-08). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Santa Anita Convalescent Hospital have availability?
Typically 90% full (354 of 391 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Santa Anita Convalescent Hospital offer?
Santa Anita Convalescent Hospital in Temple City, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 391 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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