West Gardena Post Acute
Gardena, CA · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 555410) · 50 certified beds
Health inspection: 2 · Quality measures: 4 · Staffing: 3
Federal fines: 2 totaling $43,004
Phone: (310) 329-9929 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
West Gardena Post Acute has an overall CMS rating of 2 stars, below the California state average of about 3.16 stars, with a health inspection rating of 2 stars and a staffing rating of 3 stars.
West Gardena Post Acute reports 4.60 total nurse hours per resident per day, including 0.34 RN hours per resident per day, with a nursing staff turnover rate of 43.5% and a CMS staffing rating of 3 stars.
CMS records show 2 federal fines totaling $43,004.00 for West Gardena Post Acute and no payment denials; the facility does not currently carry CMS's abuse icon or Special Focus designation.
About this facility
West Gardena Post Acute is a 50-bed skilled nursing facility in Gardena, California (Los Angeles County), with an average of 44.9 residents. It has been Medicare and Medicaid certified since October 1989 and operates under for-profit, limited liability company ownership. The facility is part of a chain owned by Abraham Bak & Menachem Gastwirth, which includes 18 facilities with an average CMS rating of 2.5 stars.
According to CMS Care Compare data, West Gardena Post Acute holds an overall rating of 2 stars, which is below the California state average of 3.16 stars. Its component ratings are: 2 stars for health inspections, 4 stars for quality measures, and 3 stars for staffing.
Nurse staffing levels average 4.60 total nurse hours per resident per day, including 0.34 RN hours per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 43.5%.
On penalties, CMS records show 2 federal fines totaling $43,004.00 for this facility. There are no payment denials on record. CMS does not display an abuse icon for this facility, and it is not currently listed in the Special Focus Facility program.
Ownership has not changed within the past 12 months, so current ratings reflect the present operator.
This profile is based on CMS Care Compare data; families should verify current details directly with the facility and on Medicare Care Compare before making decisions.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
West Gardena Post Acute has an overall rating of 2 stars, which is below the California state average of 3.16 stars.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
Yes, it is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
The facility reports 4.60 total nurse hours per resident per day, including 0.34 RN hours, with a staffing turnover rate of 43.5% and a 3-star CMS staffing rating.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
Yes, CMS records show 2 fines totaling $43,004.00, and no payment denials.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
No, CMS does not display an abuse icon for this facility, and it is not listed in the Special Focus Facility program.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
The facility is certified for 50 beds with an average daily census of 44.9 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
It is a for-profit LLC owned by Abraham Bak & Menachem Gastwirth, part of an 18-facility chain averaging 2.5 stars overall.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
It has been certified since October 1, 1989.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS rates facilities on overall quality, health inspections, staffing, and quality measures; this facility scores 2, 2, 3, and 4 stars respectively.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
This detail is not included in the CMS data provided; please contact the facility at 310-329-9929 or check Medicare Care Compare to confirm.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
The data provided does not cover tour details; please contact the facility directly at 310-329-9929 to arrange a visit.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review the most current data at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/555410?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.