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Health Inspection

Downey Community Health Center

April 10, 2025 · Downey, CA · 8425 Iowa Street
Citations 1
CMS Rating 2/5
Beds 198
Provider ID 555128
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Inspection Summary

DOWNEY COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER in DOWNEY, CA — inspection on April 10, 2025.

Found 1 citation. Severity: Standard violations.

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

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Inspection Findings

FF943
Minimal harm or asked where the alleged incident occurred, Resident 44 stated it occurred in Room A, and stated she was Few affected

During a review of Resident 44's History and Physical (H&P), dated 10/20/2024, the H&P indicated Resident 44 did not have the capacity to understand or make decisions.

During a review of Resident 44's Minimum Data Assessment (MDS, a resident assessment tool), dated 3/3/2025, the MDS indicated Resident 44 did not have cognitive impairments (problems with thinking and memory).

The MDS indicated Resident 44 required supervision and/or touch assistance from staff for mobility while in and out of bed.

During a review of Resident 42's Admission Record, the record indicated Resident 42 was originally admitted to the facility on [DATE] and was most recently readmitted on [DATE]. Resident 42's admitting diagnoses included schizoaffective disorder, paranoid schizophrenia, anxiety disorder (mental health conditions characterized by excessive fear or worry that interferes with daily life), and psychosis.

During a review of Resident 42's MDS, dated [DATE], the MDS indicated Resident 42 did not have cognitive impairments.

The MDS indicated Resident 42 exhibited verbal behavioral symptoms one to three days out of seven days observed.

The MDS indicated Resident 44 did not have impairments to her upper extremities (shoulder, elbow, wrist, hand) or lower extremities (hip, knee, ankle, foot).

The MDS indicated Resident 42 was independent to reposition herself while in bed and required set-up or clean-up assistance from staff (staff set up or clean up, but resident completes the activity) to get out of bed and to walk.

555128

Form Approved OMB

STATEMENT OF DEFICIENCIES (X1) PROVIDER/SUPPLIER/CLIA (X2) MULTIPLE CONSTRUCTION (X3) DATE SURVEY AND PLAN OF CORRECTION IDENTIFICATION NUMBER: COMPLETED A.

Building 555128 B.

Wing 04/10/2025

NAME OF PROVIDER OR SUPPLIER STREET ADDRESS, CITY, STATE, ZIP CODE

Downey Community Health Center 8425 Iowa Street Downey, CA 90241

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 DOWNEY, 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 DOWNEY COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTER or from the state Department of Health. Reports include deficiency codes, facility responses, and correction timelines.


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