South Coast Post Acute
SOUTH COAST POST ACUTE in SANTA ANA, CA — inspection on July 31, 2026.
Found 21 citations. 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.
Inspection Findings
Federal health inspectors cited SOUTH COAST POST ACUTE in SANTA ANA, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0552 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-07-31.
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 21 deficiencies cited during this inspection of SOUTH COAST POST ACUTE.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2026-08-06.
Federal health inspectors cited SOUTH COAST POST ACUTE in SANTA ANA, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0578 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-07-31.
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 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 21 deficiencies cited during this inspection of SOUTH COAST POST ACUTE.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2026-08-06.
Federal health inspectors cited SOUTH COAST POST ACUTE in SANTA ANA, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0584 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-07-31.
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 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 21 deficiencies cited during this inspection of SOUTH COAST POST ACUTE.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2026-08-06.
Federal health inspectors cited SOUTH COAST POST ACUTE in SANTA ANA, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0600 during a complaint investigation conducted on 2026-07-31.
Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
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 21 deficiencies cited during this inspection of SOUTH COAST POST ACUTE.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2026-08-06.
Federal health inspectors cited SOUTH COAST POST ACUTE in SANTA ANA, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0605 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-07-31.
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 21 deficiencies cited during this inspection of SOUTH COAST POST ACUTE.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2026-08-06.
Federal health inspectors cited SOUTH COAST POST ACUTE in SANTA ANA, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0641 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-07-31.
Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
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 21 deficiencies cited during this inspection of SOUTH COAST POST ACUTE.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2026-08-06.
Federal health inspectors cited SOUTH COAST POST ACUTE in SANTA ANA, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0644 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-07-31.
Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as 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 21 deficiencies cited during this inspection of SOUTH COAST POST ACUTE.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2026-08-06.
Federal health inspectors cited SOUTH COAST POST ACUTE in SANTA ANA, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0657 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-07-31.
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 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 21 deficiencies cited during this inspection of SOUTH COAST POST ACUTE.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2026-08-06.
Federal health inspectors cited SOUTH COAST POST ACUTE in SANTA ANA, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0684 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-07-31.
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 21 deficiencies cited during this inspection of SOUTH COAST POST ACUTE.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2026-08-06.
Federal health inspectors cited SOUTH COAST POST ACUTE in SANTA ANA, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0688 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-07-31.
Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
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 21 deficiencies cited during this inspection of SOUTH COAST POST ACUTE.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2026-08-06.
Federal health inspectors cited SOUTH COAST POST ACUTE in SANTA ANA, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0693 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-07-31.
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 21 deficiencies cited during this inspection of SOUTH COAST POST ACUTE.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2026-08-06.
Federal health inspectors cited SOUTH COAST POST ACUTE in SANTA ANA, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0695 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-07-31.
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 21 deficiencies cited during this inspection of SOUTH COAST POST ACUTE.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2026-08-06.
Federal health inspectors cited SOUTH COAST POST ACUTE in SANTA ANA, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0697 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-07-31.
Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
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 21 deficiencies cited during this inspection of SOUTH COAST POST ACUTE.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2026-08-06.
Federal health inspectors cited SOUTH COAST POST ACUTE in SANTA ANA, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0755 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-07-31.
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 21 deficiencies cited during this inspection of SOUTH COAST POST ACUTE.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2026-08-06.
Federal health inspectors cited SOUTH COAST POST ACUTE in SANTA ANA, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0761 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-07-31.
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 21 deficiencies cited during this inspection of SOUTH COAST POST ACUTE.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2026-08-06.
Federal health inspectors cited SOUTH COAST POST ACUTE in SANTA ANA, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0804 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-07-31.
Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
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 21 deficiencies cited during this inspection of SOUTH COAST POST ACUTE.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2026-08-06.
Federal health inspectors cited SOUTH COAST POST ACUTE in SANTA ANA, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0812 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-07-31.
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 21 deficiencies cited during this inspection of SOUTH COAST POST ACUTE.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2026-08-06.
Federal health inspectors cited SOUTH COAST POST ACUTE in SANTA ANA, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0842 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-07-31.
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 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 21 deficiencies cited during this inspection of SOUTH COAST POST ACUTE.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2026-08-06.
Federal health inspectors cited SOUTH COAST POST ACUTE in SANTA ANA, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0880 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-07-31.
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 21 deficiencies cited during this inspection of SOUTH COAST POST ACUTE.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2026-08-06.
Federal health inspectors cited SOUTH COAST POST ACUTE in SANTA ANA, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0887 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-07-31.
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 21 deficiencies cited during this inspection of SOUTH COAST POST ACUTE.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2026-08-06.
Federal health inspectors cited SOUTH COAST POST ACUTE in SANTA ANA, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0908 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-07-31.
Category: Environmental Deficiencies
The facility was found deficient in the following area: Keep all essential equipment working safely.
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 21 deficiencies cited during this inspection of SOUTH COAST POST ACUTE.
Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has date of correction.
The facility reported correction as of 2026-08-06.
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