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Health Inspection

La Palma Nursing Center

Inspection Date: September 15, 2025
Total Violations 26
Facility ID 555329
Location ANAHEIM, CA
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Inspection Findings

F-Tag F0554

Resident Rights Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited LA PALMA NURSING CENTER in ANAHEIM, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0554 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-09-15.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 26 deficiencies cited during this inspection of LA PALMA NURSING CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-10-10.

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F-Tag F0578

Resident Rights Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited LA PALMA NURSING CENTER in ANAHEIM, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0578 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-09-15.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

Scope/Severity Level B: isolated, no actual harm with potential for minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 26 deficiencies cited during this inspection of LA PALMA NURSING CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-10-10.

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F-Tag F0605

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited LA PALMA NURSING CENTER in ANAHEIM, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0605 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-09-15.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 26 deficiencies cited during this inspection of LA PALMA NURSING CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-10-10.

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F-Tag F0610

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited LA PALMA NURSING CENTER in ANAHEIM, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0610 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-09-15.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 26 deficiencies cited during this inspection of LA PALMA NURSING CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-10-10.

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F-Tag F0628

Resident Rights Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited LA PALMA NURSING CENTER in ANAHEIM, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0628 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-09-15.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

Scope/Severity Level B: isolated, no actual harm with potential for minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 26 deficiencies cited during this inspection of LA PALMA NURSING CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-10-10.

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F-Tag F0637

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited LA PALMA NURSING CENTER in ANAHEIM, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0637 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-09-15.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition

Scope/Severity Level B: isolated, no actual harm with potential for minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 26 deficiencies cited during this inspection of LA PALMA NURSING CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-10-10.

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F-Tag F0645

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited LA PALMA NURSING CENTER in ANAHEIM, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0645 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-09-15.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

Scope/Severity Level B: isolated, no actual harm with potential for minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 26 deficiencies cited during this inspection of LA PALMA NURSING CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-10-10.

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F-Tag F0656

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited LA PALMA NURSING CENTER in ANAHEIM, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0656 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-09-15.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Scope/Severity Level B: isolated, no actual harm with potential for minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 26 deficiencies cited during this inspection of LA PALMA NURSING CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-10-10.

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F-Tag F0657

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited LA PALMA NURSING CENTER in ANAHEIM, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0657 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-09-15.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Scope/Severity Level B: isolated, no actual harm with potential for minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 26 deficiencies cited during this inspection of LA PALMA NURSING CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-10-10.

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F-Tag F0684

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited LA PALMA NURSING CENTER in ANAHEIM, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0684 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-09-15.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 26 deficiencies cited during this inspection of LA PALMA NURSING CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-10-10.

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F-Tag F0685

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited LA PALMA NURSING CENTER in ANAHEIM, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0685 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-09-15.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 26 deficiencies cited during this inspection of LA PALMA NURSING CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-10-10.

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F-Tag F0689

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited LA PALMA NURSING CENTER in ANAHEIM, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0689 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-09-15.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Scope/Severity Level E: pattern, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 26 deficiencies cited during this inspection of LA PALMA NURSING CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-10-10.

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F-Tag F0690

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited LA PALMA NURSING CENTER in ANAHEIM, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0690 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-09-15.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

Scope/Severity Level B: isolated, no actual harm with potential for minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 26 deficiencies cited during this inspection of LA PALMA NURSING CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-10-10.

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F-Tag F0693

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited LA PALMA NURSING CENTER in ANAHEIM, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0693 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-09-15.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 26 deficiencies cited during this inspection of LA PALMA NURSING CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-10-10.

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F-Tag F0700

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited LA PALMA NURSING CENTER in ANAHEIM, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0700 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-09-15.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 26 deficiencies cited during this inspection of LA PALMA NURSING CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-10-10.

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F-Tag F0755

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited LA PALMA NURSING CENTER in ANAHEIM, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0755 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-09-15.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 26 deficiencies cited during this inspection of LA PALMA NURSING CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-10-10.

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F-Tag F0756

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited LA PALMA NURSING CENTER in ANAHEIM, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0756 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-09-15.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 26 deficiencies cited during this inspection of LA PALMA NURSING CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-10-10.

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F-Tag F0757

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited LA PALMA NURSING CENTER in ANAHEIM, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0757 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-09-15.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 26 deficiencies cited during this inspection of LA PALMA NURSING CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-10-10.

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F-Tag F0759

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited LA PALMA NURSING CENTER in ANAHEIM, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0759 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-09-15.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 26 deficiencies cited during this inspection of LA PALMA NURSING CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-10-10.

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F-Tag F0761

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited LA PALMA NURSING CENTER in ANAHEIM, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0761 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-09-15.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: 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, compartments for controlled drugs.

Scope/Severity Level B: isolated, no actual harm with potential for minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 26 deficiencies cited during this inspection of LA PALMA NURSING CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-10-10.

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F-Tag F0812

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited LA PALMA NURSING CENTER in ANAHEIM, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0812 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-09-15.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 26 deficiencies cited during this inspection of LA PALMA NURSING CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-10-10.

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F-Tag F0813

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited LA PALMA NURSING CENTER in ANAHEIM, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0813 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-09-15.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 26 deficiencies cited during this inspection of LA PALMA NURSING CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-10-10.

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F-Tag F0814

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited LA PALMA NURSING CENTER in ANAHEIM, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0814 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-09-15.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

Scope/Severity Level B: isolated, no actual harm with potential for minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 26 deficiencies cited during this inspection of LA PALMA NURSING CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-10-10.

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F-Tag F0842

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited LA PALMA NURSING CENTER in ANAHEIM, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0842 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-09-15.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Scope/Severity Level B: isolated, no actual harm with potential for minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 26 deficiencies cited during this inspection of LA PALMA NURSING CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-10-10.

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F-Tag F0880

Infection Control Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited LA PALMA NURSING CENTER in ANAHEIM, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0880 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-09-15.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 26 deficiencies cited during this inspection of LA PALMA NURSING CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-10-10.

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F-Tag F0909

Environmental Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited LA PALMA NURSING CENTER in ANAHEIM, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0909 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-09-15.

Category: Environmental Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 26 deficiencies cited during this inspection of LA PALMA NURSING CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2025-10-10.

πŸ“‹ Inspection Summary

LA PALMA NURSING CENTER in ANAHEIM, CA inspection on recent inspection.

Found 0 violation(s). Severity: Standard violations. Status: 0 corrected, 0 pending.

What this means: Health inspections identify deficiencies that facilities must correct. Violations range from minor documentation issues to serious safety concerns. All deficiencies must be corrected within required timeframes and are subject to follow-up verification.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an F-tag violation?
F-tags are federal deficiency codes used by CMS to categorize nursing home violations. Each F-tag corresponds to a specific federal regulation (42 CFR Part 483). For example, F607 relates to abuse prevention policies, F880 relates to infection control.
Were these violations corrected?
Facilities must submit plans of correction and implement changes within required timeframes. CMS conducts follow-up inspections to verify corrections. Check the inspection report for specific correction dates and follow-up verification status.
How often do nursing home inspections happen?
CMS conducts unannounced inspections of all Medicare/Medicaid-certified nursing homes at least once per year. Additional inspections may occur based on complaints, facility-reported incidents, or follow-up to verify previous violations were corrected.
What should families do about these violations?
Families should: (1) Review the full inspection report for details, (2) Ask facility administration about specific corrective actions taken, (3) Check if this represents a pattern by reviewing prior inspections, (4) Compare with other facilities in ANAHEIM, CA, (5) Report new concerns to state authorities.
Where can I see the full inspection report?
Complete inspection reports are available on Medicare.gov's Care Compare website (www.medicare.gov/care-compare). You can also request copies directly from LA PALMA NURSING CENTER or from the state Department of Health. Reports include deficiency codes, facility responses, and correction timelines.
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