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Health Inspection

Vernon Healthcare Center

Inspection Date: January 9, 2026
Total Violations 10
Facility ID 055167
Location LOS ANGELES, CA
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Inspection Findings

F-Tag F0550

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

Federal health inspectors cited VERNON HEALTHCARE CENTER in LOS ANGELES, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0550 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-01-09.

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 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 10 deficiencies cited during this inspection of VERNON HEALTHCARE CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2026-01-21.

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F-Tag F0582

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

Federal health inspectors cited VERNON HEALTHCARE CENTER in LOS ANGELES, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0582 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-01-09.

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 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 10 deficiencies cited during this inspection of VERNON HEALTHCARE CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2026-01-21.

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F-Tag F0658

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

Federal health inspectors cited VERNON HEALTHCARE CENTER in LOS ANGELES, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0658 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-01-09.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

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 10 deficiencies cited during this inspection of VERNON HEALTHCARE CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2026-01-21.

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F-Tag F0677

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

Federal health inspectors cited VERNON HEALTHCARE CENTER in LOS ANGELES, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0677 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-01-09.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

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 10 deficiencies cited during this inspection of VERNON HEALTHCARE CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2026-01-21.

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F-Tag F0686

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

Federal health inspectors cited VERNON HEALTHCARE CENTER in LOS ANGELES, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0686 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-01-09.

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 10 deficiencies cited during this inspection of VERNON HEALTHCARE CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2026-01-21.

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F-Tag F0761

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

Federal health inspectors cited VERNON HEALTHCARE CENTER in LOS ANGELES, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0761 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-01-09.

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 10 deficiencies cited during this inspection of VERNON HEALTHCARE CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2026-01-21.

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F-Tag F0770

Administration Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for More Than Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited VERNON HEALTHCARE CENTER in LOS ANGELES, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0770 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-01-09.

Category: Administration Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.

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 10 deficiencies cited during this inspection of VERNON HEALTHCARE CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2026-01-21.

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F-Tag F0812

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

Federal health inspectors cited VERNON HEALTHCARE CENTER in LOS ANGELES, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0812 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-01-09.

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 10 deficiencies cited during this inspection of VERNON HEALTHCARE CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2026-01-21.

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F-Tag F0880

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

Federal health inspectors cited VERNON HEALTHCARE CENTER in LOS ANGELES, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0880 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-01-09.

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 10 deficiencies cited during this inspection of VERNON HEALTHCARE CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2026-01-21.

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F-Tag F0912

Environmental Deficiencies
Harm Level: Potential for Minimal Harm

Federal health inspectors cited VERNON HEALTHCARE CENTER in LOS ANGELES, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0912 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-01-09.

Category: Environmental Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.

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 10 deficiencies cited during this inspection of VERNON HEALTHCARE CENTER.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.

The facility reported correction as of 2026-01-21.

📋 Inspection Summary

VERNON HEALTHCARE CENTER in LOS ANGELES, 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 LOS ANGELES, 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 VERNON HEALTHCARE CENTER or from the state Department of Health. Reports include deficiency codes, facility responses, and correction timelines.
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