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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Santa Monica Health Care Center
1320 20TH Street, Santa Monica, CA 90404 · Los Angeles County
65
GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 89% full (53 of 59 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 solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Santa Monica
Santa Monica Health Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Santa Monica, CA, with 59 certified beds and an average of about 53 residents per day. It operates as part of the Mariner Health Care network.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.61 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.53 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 42.2%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 11 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.61 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
Things to ask about
None noted in the public data.
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Santa Monica, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 59
- Avg. residents/day
- 53
- Ownership
- For profit - Partnership
- Part of a chain
- Mariner Health Care
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 055540
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
- 4.61
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.53
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 42.2%
- 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)
- 11
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2025-04-13
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- None
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (37 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-01-23Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
2025-12-31Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
2025-09-02Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2025-09-02Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-09-02Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2025-05-31Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.
2025-05-31Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-04-30Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2023-12-28 | Payment denial | — |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ 24-hour staff
Location
1320 20TH Street, Santa Monica, 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 Monica Health Care Center
How much does Santa Monica Health Care Center cost?
Santa Monica Health Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Santa Monica, 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 Monica Health Care Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Santa Monica Health Care Center 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Santa Monica Health Care Center?
Staff provide about 4.61 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 42.2% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Santa Monica Health Care Center?
Santa Monica Health Care Center has 37 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-04-13). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Santa Monica Health Care Center have availability?
Typically 89% full (53 of 59 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 Monica Health Care Center offer?
Santa Monica Health Care Center in Santa Monica, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 59 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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