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West Gardena Post Acute

16530 S Broadway Street, Gardena, CA 90248 · Los Angeles County

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Fair

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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 94% full (47 of 50 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 below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Gardena

West Gardena Post Acute is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Gardena, CA, with 50 certified beds and an average of about 47 residents per day. It operates as part of the Abraham Bak & Menachem Gastwirth 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, 3/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 4.70 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.41 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 39.6%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 20 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $43,004 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.70 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
•20 deficiencies at last survey
•$43,004 in federal fines

Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Gardena options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds: 50
Avg. residents/day: 47
Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain: Abraham Bak & Menachem Gastwirth
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 555410

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 care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$11,400–$17,130/mo (median $13,790)	Local market estimate

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Staffing & care

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

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 4.70; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.41; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 39.6%; 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): 20
Federal fines: 2 ($43,004)
Total penalties: 2
Last standard survey: 2025-11-20
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (39 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-11-20Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

2025-11-20Severity E — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

2025-11-20Severity 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.

2025-11-20Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compar…

2025-11-20Severity E — 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.

2025-11-20Severity E — potential for harmResident 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.

2025-11-20Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-11-20Severity E — potential for harmEnvironmental Deficiencies

Keep all essential equipment working safely.

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
2024-07-05	Fine	$34,660
2023-10-01	Fine	$8,344

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Physical therapy
✓ Occupational therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Gardens / walking paths
✓ 24-hour staff
✓ 24/7 staff

Location

16530 S Broadway Street, Gardena, CA

Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about West Gardena Post Acute

How much does West Gardena Post Acute cost?

West Gardena Post Acute does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Gardena, 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 West Gardena Post Acute's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates West Gardena Post Acute 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at West Gardena Post Acute?

Staff provide about 4.70 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 39.6% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at West Gardena Post Acute?

West Gardena Post Acute has 39 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-11-20). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does West Gardena Post Acute have availability?

Typically 94% full (47 of 50 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does West Gardena Post Acute offer?

West Gardena Post Acute in Gardena, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 50 beds.

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