Gem Tcu
Pasadena, CA · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 055341) · 75 certified beds
Health inspection: 1 · Quality measures: 2 · Staffing: 2
Federal fines: 1 totaling $27,808
Phone: (626) 737-0560 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
CMS gives Gem Tcu an overall rating of 1 out of 5 stars, below the California state average of 3.16 stars, with a 1-star health inspection rating and a 2-star staffing rating.
Gem Tcu reports total nurse staffing of 4.47 hours per resident per day, including 0.51 RN hours per resident per day, with a staffing star rating of 2 out of 5. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 59.7%.
Gem Tcu has 1 federal fine on record totaling $27,808.00, with 0 payment denials, and CMS does not display an abuse icon or Special Focus designation for this facility.
About this facility
Gem Tcu is a for-profit (Limited Liability Company) nursing home in Pasadena, California, certified for Medicare and Medicaid since April 1972. The facility has 75 certified beds and an average daily census of 65.9 residents.
According to CMS Care Compare, Gem Tcu holds an overall star rating of 1 out of 5, which is below the California state average of 3.16 stars. Its health inspection rating is 1 star, its staffing rating is 2 stars, and its quality measure (QM) rating is 2 stars.
Nurse staffing data reported to CMS show total nurse staffing of 4.47 hours per resident per day, including 0.51 RN hours per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 59.7%.
On penalties, CMS records show 1 federal fine totaling $27,808.00 for this facility, with 0 payment denials.
Gem Tcu is part of a chain associated with Abraham Bak & Menachem Gastwirth, comprising 18 facilities nationally with a chain average rating of 2.5 stars.
CMS ownership records indicate a change of ownership within the past 12 months; because of the reporting lag in CMS data, the star ratings and staffing/penalty figures above may in part reflect performance under the prior operator rather than the current one.
This profile is based on CMS Care Compare data and reflects the most recent reporting period made available by CMS at the time of compilation. Families are encouraged to review the full inspection record and current ratings directly on Medicare Care Compare before making a decision.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
Gem Tcu has a CMS overall rating of 1 out of 5 stars, which is below the California state average of 3.16 stars.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
Gem Tcu is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Total nurse staffing is 4.47 hours per resident per day, including 0.51 RN hours per resident per day, with a staffing rating of 2 out of 5 stars; nursing turnover is reported at 59.7%.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
Yes, CMS records show 1 federal fine totaling $27,808.00 and 0 payment denials.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
No abuse icon or Special Focus status is indicated in the CMS data provided for Gem Tcu.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
Gem Tcu is certified for 75 beds and has an average daily population of 65.9 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
Gem Tcu is a for-profit LLC and is part of a chain associated with Abraham Bak & Menachem Gastwirth, which includes 18 facilities with an average chain rating of 2.5 stars.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
Gem Tcu was first approved for Medicare/Medicaid certification on April 1, 1972.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS rates facilities on an overall rating plus three components — health inspections (1 star), staffing (2 stars), and quality measures (2 stars) — which combine into the overall score.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
The provided CMS data does not specify service lines; contact the facility at 6267370560 and verify on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
The data provided does not cover tour details; contact the facility at 6267370560 to arrange a visit.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
Visit https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/055341?state=CA for the most current CMS ratings and inspection details.
Did this facility recently change ownership?
Yes, CMS records indicate an ownership change within the past 12 months, so current ratings may partly reflect the prior operator.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Star ratings, staffing hours, and penalty records are CMS's official published measures. Always tour the facility, review the current inspection record, and verify details with Medicare before making care decisions.