Western Convalescent Hospital
Los Angeles, CA · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 555069) · 129 certified beds
Health inspection: 1 · Quality measures: 4 · Staffing: 3
Federal fines: none on current record
Phone: (323) 737-7778 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Western Convalescent Hospital has a CMS overall rating of 1 star, below the California state average of 3.16 stars, with 1 star for health inspections and 3 stars for staffing.
Western Convalescent Hospital reports 5.33 total nurse hours per resident per day, including 0.92 RN hours per resident per day, with a staffing turnover rate of 26.1 percent and a CMS staffing rating of 3 stars.
Western Convalescent Hospital has no federal fines on record and zero payment denials reported by CMS; there is no abuse icon or Special Focus designation noted for this facility.
About this facility
Western Convalescent Hospital is a for-profit nursing home in Los Angeles, California, certified for Medicare and Medicaid since May 1977. The facility is licensed for 129 beds and reports an average daily census of 113.4 residents.
According to CMS Care Compare, Western Convalescent Hospital holds an overall star rating of 1 out of 5, which is below the California state average of 3.16 stars. Its component ratings are: 1 star for health inspections, 4 stars for quality measures, and 3 stars for staffing.
Nurse staffing levels average 5.34 total nurse hours per resident per day, including 0.92 RN hours per resident per day. Annual nursing staff turnover is reported at 26.1 percent.
Regarding the penalty record, CMS reports no federal fines on record (0 fines, $0.00 total) and no payment denials for this facility.
Western Convalescent Hospital is part of the Longwood Management Corporation chain, which operates 38 facilities nationally with an average chain rating of 2.2 stars. There has been no change of ownership reported in the past 12 months.
Data reflects information published on CMS Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
Western Convalescent Hospital has an overall rating of 1 star, below the California state average of 3.16 stars.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
The facility accepts both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Total nurse staffing is 5.34 hours per resident per day, including 0.92 RN hours, with a 26.1% annual nursing turnover rate and a staffing star rating of 3.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
CMS reports no federal fines on record and no 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 status for this facility.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
Western Convalescent Hospital is certified for 129 beds with an average daily census of 113.4 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
It is a for-profit corporation owned facility, part of the Longwood Management Corporation chain, which operates 38 facilities nationwide averaging 2.2 stars.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
The facility was first approved for Medicare and Medicaid certification on May 2, 1977.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS publishes an overall rating plus separate ratings for health inspections, staffing, and quality measures; Western Convalescent Hospital scores 1, 1, 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; contact the facility at 3237377778 or verify on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
This information is not part of the CMS dataset provided; contact the facility at 3237377778 to arrange a tour and ask about specific care needs.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review the most current ratings and inspection details at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/555069?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.