Newport Subacute Healthcare Center
Inspection Findings
F-Tag F0550
Federal health inspectors cited Newport Subacute Healthcare Center in COSTA MESA, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0550 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-08-29.
Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
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 29 deficiencies cited during this inspection of Newport Subacute Healthcare Center.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2025-09-27.
F-Tag F0552
Federal health inspectors cited Newport Subacute Healthcare Center in COSTA MESA, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0552 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-08-29.
Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
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 29 deficiencies cited during this inspection of Newport Subacute Healthcare Center.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2025-09-27.
F-Tag F0573
F 0573 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Few
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entitled to access their medical records, patient care policies, and posted staffing data. The Director of Medical Records further stated the medical records department would assist with providing the residents and/or their representatives with the copies of the requested records. The Director of Medical Records stated she received the above medical request for Resident 101 on [DATE REDACTED], and verified Resident Representative 1 had the power of attorney for Resident 101. The Director of Medical Records verified Resident Representative 1 signed the authorization for the release of Resident 101's medical information.
The Director of Medical Records verified the above request for the records was not provided to the Law Firm and it was 13 days overdue. The Director of Medical Records stated the above requested records, including Resident 101's medical record, should have been provided to the Law Firm within two working days as per the regulation. On [DATE REDACTED] at 1133 hours, an interview with the DON was conducted. The DON was informed and acknowledged the above findings.
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If continuation sheet
Printed: 04/13/2026 Form Approved OMB No. 0938-0391
Department of Health & Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED
08/29/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Newport Subacute Healthcare Center
2570 Newport Blvd Costa Mesa, CA 92627
For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency. (X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES (Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F-Tag F0578
F 0578 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
- 4. Medical record review for Resident 83 was initiated on 8/25/25. Resident 83 was admitted to the facility
- 5. Medical record review for Resident 8 was initiated on 8/27/25. Resident 8 was admitted to the facility on
on [DATE REDACTED], and readmitted on [DATE REDACTED].
Review of Resident 83's POLST dated 5/24/19, failed to show under Section D for Information and Signatures, if Resident 83 had an advanced directive.
Residents Affected - Few
Review of Resident 83's Social Services progress notes dated 7/16/24, showed the POLST was discussed with the resident's family member who had pending conservatorship. However, the progress notes failed to show further Social Services documentation to follow up if the advance directive formulation was offered to Resident 83’s responsible party.
Review of Resident 83's H&P examination dated 8/22/25, showed Resident 83 had anoxic brain injury (condition where the brain is deprived of oxygen for a period of time) and was in persistent vegetative state, contracted, unable to communicate, track, or make needs known.
Further review of Resident 83's medical record failed to show the Advance Directive Acknowledgment form was completed for Resident 83.
On 8/28/25 at 1313 hours, an interview and concurrent medical record review was conducted with the MDS Coordinator. The MDS Coordinator acknowledged the above findings.
On 8/28/25 at 1539 hours, an interview was conducted with the DON. The DON was informed and verified
the above findings.
[DATE REDACTED], and readmitted on [DATE REDACTED].
Review of Resident 8's POLST dated 7/15/25, showed under Section D, “No” was marked for
the Advanced Directive.
Review of Resident 8's H&P examination dated 7/17/25, showed Resident 8 had no capacity to understand and make decisions.
Further review of Resident 8’s medical record failed to show documented evidence the advanced directive was offered and discussed with the resident’s representative.
On 8/27/25 at 1552 hours, an interview and concurrent medical record review was conducted with MDS Coordinator for Resident 8’s advanced directive. The MDS Coordinator verified there was no documentation of the acknowledgment to show the advanced directive was offered or discussed with the resident’s representative.
On 8/27/25 at 1604 hours, an interview was conducted with the DON. The DON verified there was no advanced directive, acknowledgment and/or documentation in the resident’s medical records to show if the advanced directive was offered or discussed with the resident’s representative.
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Event ID:
Facility ID:
If continuation sheet
Printed: 04/13/2026 Form Approved OMB No. 0938-0391
Department of Health & Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED
08/29/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Newport Subacute Healthcare Center
2570 Newport Blvd Costa Mesa, CA 92627
For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency. (X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES (Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F-Tag F0580
Federal health inspectors cited Newport Subacute Healthcare Center in COSTA MESA, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0580 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-08-29.
Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
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 29 deficiencies cited during this inspection of Newport Subacute Healthcare Center.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2025-09-27.
F-Tag F0582
Federal health inspectors cited Newport Subacute Healthcare Center in COSTA MESA, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0582 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-08-29.
Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
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 29 deficiencies cited during this inspection of Newport Subacute Healthcare Center.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2025-09-27.
F-Tag F0584
Federal health inspectors cited Newport Subacute Healthcare Center in COSTA MESA, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0584 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-08-29.
Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
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 29 deficiencies cited during this inspection of Newport Subacute Healthcare Center.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2025-09-27.
F-Tag F0605
Federal health inspectors cited Newport Subacute Healthcare Center in COSTA MESA, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0605 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-08-29.
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 29 deficiencies cited during this inspection of Newport Subacute Healthcare Center.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2025-09-27.
F-Tag F0628
F 0628 Level of Harm - Potential for minimal harm Residents Affected - Some
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facility must be notified within 24 hours of transfer. Further review of Resident 37's medical record for Resident 37 did not show if Resident 37 or their representative was notified in writing of the facility's bed hold policy when Resident 37 was transferred to the acute care hospital on 8/8/25. On 8/27/25 at 1403 hours, an interview and concurrent medical record review for Resident 37 was conducted with RN 1. RN 1 verified Resident 37 was transferred to the acute care hospital on 8/8/25. RN 1 verified Resident 37's representative was informed regarding the bed hold, however, she was not able to find the documentation if
the facility's bed hold policy was provided to Resident 37 or their representative in writing. RN 1 further stated the medical records department kept the transfer notices provided to the residents. RN 1 stated she was not sure how the facility provided the transfer/discharge notices, and bed hold policies in writing, when
the resident was not able to sign the document and the resident representative was not available at the time of the transfer. On 8/27/25 1415 hours, an interview and concurrent medical record review for Resident 37 was conducted with the Director of Medical Records. The Director of Medical Records verified there was no signature of Resident 37 and/or their representative on the transfer/discharge notice and bed hold informed consent, when Resident 37 was transferred to the acute care hospital on 8/8/25. The Director of Medical Records further stated she was not able to find documentation if Resident 37 or their representative was provided with the transfer/discharge notice, and the facility's bed hold policy in writing. In addition, the Director of Medical Records stated the facility did not mail or email the facility's bed hold policy and transfer/discharge notice to the residents and/or their representative, when resident was not able to sign the document and their representatives were not available to sign at the time of the transfer. On 8/28/25 at 0954 hours, an interview was conducted with Resident 37. Resident 37 stated he was transferred to the acute care hospital on 8/8/25. When asked if he received the transfer/discharge notification and facility's bed hold policy in writing at the time of the transfer, Resident 37 stated no and he did not remember receiving any paper at the time of the transfer. On 8/28/25 at 1133 hours, an interview with the DON was conducted. The DON was informed and acknowledged the above findings.
Event ID:
Facility ID:
If continuation sheet
Printed: 04/13/2026 Form Approved OMB No. 0938-0391
Department of Health & Human Services Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES AND PLAN OF CORRECTION
(X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA IDENTIFICATION NUMBER:
(X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION
B. Wing
A. Building
(X3) DATE SURVEY COMPLETED
08/29/2025
NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER
STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE
Newport Subacute Healthcare Center
2570 Newport Blvd Costa Mesa, CA 92627
For information on the nursing home's plan to correct this deficiency, please contact the nursing home or the state survey agency. (X4) ID PREFIX TAG
SUMMARY STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES (Each deficiency must be preceded by full regulatory or LSC identifying information)
F-Tag F0656
F 0656 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Few
Review of Resident 8’s plan of care failed to show a care plan problem was developed to address
the resident’s enteral feeding.
On 8/28/25 at 1100 hours, an interview and concurrent medical record review was conducted with RN 2.
RN 2 verified there was no comprehensive care plan problem developed to address Resident 8’s enteral feeding.
On 8/28/25 at 1116 hours, an interview was conducted with the DON. The DON verified the above findings and stated the facility should have developed a care plan problem addressing the resident’s enteral feeding.
- 6. Review of the facility’s P&P titled Care Plans – Comprehensive revised 9/2010 showed the
facility would develop an individualized comprehensive care plan to meet the resident’s medical, nursing, mental and psychological needs for each resident. Each resident’s comprehensive care plan is designed to incorporate identified problem areas and reflect treatment goals, timetables, and objectives in measurable outcomes.
Closed medical record review for Resident 10 was initiated on 8/27/25. Resident 10 was admitted to the facility on [DATE REDACTED], and readmitted on [DATE REDACTED].
Review of Resident 10’s plan of care revised 7/16/25, showed a care plan problem addressing Resident 10’s hypotension diagnosis. The interventions included to check Resident 10’s blood pressure every 12 hours.
Review of Resident 10’s MDS assessment dated [DATE REDACTED], showed Resident 10 had a medical diagnosis of hypotension (low blood pressure).
Review of Resident 10’s Blood Pressure Summary for August 2025 showed the following blood pressure readings for Resident 10: - on 8/2/25 at 2317 hours, a blood pressure reading of 124/68 mmHg; - on 8/12/25 at 0650 hours, a blood pressure reading of 130/64 mmHg; - on 8/16/25 at 1603 hours, a blood pressure reading of 130/60 mmHg; and - on 8/18/25 at 1500 hours, a blood pressure reading of 66/33 mmHg.
On 8/27/25 at 1330 hours, an interview and concurrent closed medical record review for Resident 10 was conducted with RN 1. RN 1 stated the purpose of the resident's care plans were to ensure the nursing interventions correlated with the resident's diagnoses and to ensure the facility staff knew what interventions needed to be implemented for the resident. RN 1 verified the above findings.
On 8/27/25 at 1400 hours, an interview and concurrent closed medical record review for Resident 10 was conducted with the DON. The DON stated the facility staff were expected to implement the interventions in
the residents’ care plan. The DON verified the above findings.
On 8/29/25 at 1440 hours, a follow-up interview was conducted with the DON. The DON was informed and acknowledged the above findings.
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F-Tag F0686
Federal health inspectors cited Newport Subacute Healthcare Center in COSTA MESA, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0686 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-08-29.
Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
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 29 deficiencies cited during this inspection of Newport Subacute Healthcare Center.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2025-09-27.
F-Tag F0690
Federal health inspectors cited Newport Subacute Healthcare Center in COSTA MESA, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0690 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-08-29.
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 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 29 deficiencies cited during this inspection of Newport Subacute Healthcare Center.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2025-09-27.
F-Tag F0693
Federal health inspectors cited Newport Subacute Healthcare Center in COSTA MESA, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0693 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-08-29.
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 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 29 deficiencies cited during this inspection of Newport Subacute Healthcare Center.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2025-09-27.
F-Tag F0694
Federal health inspectors cited Newport Subacute Healthcare Center in COSTA MESA, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0694 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-08-29.
Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
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 29 deficiencies cited during this inspection of Newport Subacute Healthcare Center.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2025-09-27.
F-Tag F0695
Federal health inspectors cited Newport Subacute Healthcare Center in COSTA MESA, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0695 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-08-29.
Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
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 29 deficiencies cited during this inspection of Newport Subacute Healthcare Center.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2025-09-27.
F-Tag F0698
Federal health inspectors cited Newport Subacute Healthcare Center in COSTA MESA, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0698 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-08-29.
Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such 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 29 deficiencies cited during this inspection of Newport Subacute Healthcare Center.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2025-09-27.
F-Tag F0700
Federal health inspectors cited Newport Subacute Healthcare Center in COSTA MESA, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0700 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-08-29.
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 29 deficiencies cited during this inspection of Newport Subacute Healthcare Center.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2025-09-27.
F-Tag F0732
Federal health inspectors cited Newport Subacute Healthcare Center in COSTA MESA, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0732 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-08-29.
Category: Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Post nurse staffing information every day.
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 29 deficiencies cited during this inspection of Newport Subacute Healthcare Center.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2025-09-27.
F-Tag F0757
Federal health inspectors cited Newport Subacute Healthcare Center in COSTA MESA, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0757 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-08-29.
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 29 deficiencies cited during this inspection of Newport Subacute Healthcare Center.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2025-09-27.
F-Tag F0759
Federal health inspectors cited Newport Subacute Healthcare Center in COSTA MESA, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0759 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-08-29.
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 29 deficiencies cited during this inspection of Newport Subacute Healthcare Center.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2025-09-27.
F-Tag F0761
Federal health inspectors cited Newport Subacute Healthcare Center in COSTA MESA, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0761 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-08-29.
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 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 29 deficiencies cited during this inspection of Newport Subacute Healthcare Center.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2025-09-27.
F-Tag F0812
Federal health inspectors cited Newport Subacute Healthcare Center in COSTA MESA, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0812 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-08-29.
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 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 29 deficiencies cited during this inspection of Newport Subacute Healthcare Center.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2025-09-27.
F-Tag F0814
Federal health inspectors cited Newport Subacute Healthcare Center in COSTA MESA, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0814 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-08-29.
Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
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 29 deficiencies cited during this inspection of Newport Subacute Healthcare Center.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2025-09-29.
F-Tag F0849
Federal health inspectors cited Newport Subacute Healthcare Center in COSTA MESA, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0849 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-08-29.
Category: Administration Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice 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 29 deficiencies cited during this inspection of Newport Subacute Healthcare Center.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2025-09-27.
F-Tag F0880
Federal health inspectors cited Newport Subacute Healthcare Center in COSTA MESA, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0880 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-08-29.
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 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 29 deficiencies cited during this inspection of Newport Subacute Healthcare Center.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2025-09-27.
F-Tag F0881
Federal health inspectors cited Newport Subacute Healthcare Center in COSTA MESA, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0881 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-08-29.
Category: Infection Control Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
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 29 deficiencies cited during this inspection of Newport Subacute Healthcare Center.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2025-09-27.
F-Tag F0883
Federal health inspectors cited Newport Subacute Healthcare Center in COSTA MESA, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0883 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-08-29.
Category: Infection Control Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
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 29 deficiencies cited during this inspection of Newport Subacute Healthcare Center.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2025-09-27.
F-Tag F0887
Federal health inspectors cited Newport Subacute Healthcare Center in COSTA MESA, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0887 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-08-29.
Category: Infection Control Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.
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 29 deficiencies cited during this inspection of Newport Subacute Healthcare Center.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2025-09-27.
F-Tag F0909
Federal health inspectors cited Newport Subacute Healthcare Center in COSTA MESA, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0909 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2025-08-29.
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 29 deficiencies cited during this inspection of Newport Subacute Healthcare Center.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2025-09-27.
Newport Subacute Healthcare Center in COSTA MESA, CA inspection on recent inspection.
Found 0 violation(s). Severity: Standard violations. Status: 0 corrected, 0 pending.
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 COSTA MESA, 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 Newport Subacute Healthcare Center or from the state Department of Health. Reports include deficiency codes, facility responses, and correction timelines.