Las Flores Convalescent Hospital
Gardena, CA · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 555057) · 144 certified beds
Health inspection: 1 · Quality measures: — · Staffing: 4
Federal fines: 4 totaling $107,406 · 2 payment denials
Phone: (310) 323-4570 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Las Flores Convalescent Hospital has a CMS overall rating of 1 out of 5 stars, below the California state average of 3.16 stars. Its health inspection rating is also 1 star, while its staffing rating is 4 stars.
Las Flores Convalescent Hospital reports 4.30 total nurse hours per resident per day, including 0.36 RN hours per resident per day, with a staffing star rating of 4 out of 5. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 31.7%.
Yes, Las Flores Convalescent Hospital has 4 federal fines on record totaling $107,406, plus 2 payment denials. No abuse icon or Special Focus flag was noted in the available CMS data for this facility.
About this facility
Las Flores Convalescent Hospital is a 144-certified-bed nursing home in Gardena, California (Los Angeles County), averaging 118.5 residents. It is organized as a for-profit limited liability company and has been certified for Medicare and Medicaid participation since September 1976. The facility is part of the Pacific Healthcare Holdings chain, which operates 15 facilities with an average CMS rating of 1.9 stars.
According to CMS Care Compare, Las Flores 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 also 1 star. The quality measure rating is not provided in the available data. Staffing is rated 4 stars, with total nurse staffing of 4.30 hours per resident per day, including 0.36 RN hours per resident per day, and a nursing staff turnover rate of 31.7%.
On penalties, CMS records show 4 federal fines totaling $107,406, along with 2 payment denials on file for this facility. No abuse icon or Special Focus program flag was present in the supplied data for this listing. There has been no ownership change reported in the past 12 months, so current ratings reflect the present operator.
Families evaluating this facility for a parent should note the gap between its 1-star overall and health inspection ratings and the state average, alongside its penalty history, while its staffing rating stands notably higher at 4 stars. This profile is based on CMS Care Compare data; families should confirm current details directly with the facility and on Care Compare, as ratings and penalty records are updated periodically.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
It has an overall rating of 1 out of 5 stars, below the California state average of 3.16 stars.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
It is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Total nurse staffing is 4.30 hours per resident per day, with 0.36 RN hours per resident per day and a 31.7% nursing turnover rate; its staffing star rating is 4 out of 5.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
Yes, CMS records show 4 fines totaling $107,406 and 2 payment denials.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
The provided CMS data does not indicate an abuse icon or Special Focus designation for this facility; verify current status on Medicare Care Compare.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
It has 144 certified beds and an average of 118.5 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
It is a for-profit limited liability company and part of the Pacific Healthcare Holdings chain, which operates 15 facilities averaging a 1.9 star rating.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
It has been certified since September 20, 1976.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS rates facilities on overall, health inspection, staffing, and quality measure categories; this facility's overall is 1 star, health inspection is 1 star, and staffing is 4 stars, with quality measure not provided.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
The data provided does not specify service lines; contact the facility at 3103234570 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 3103234570 and verify on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view the latest details at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/555057?state=CA.
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.