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Totally Kids Specialty Healthcare - Sun Valley is a 4-star rated nursing home in Sun Valley, CA with 45 beds. CMS sub-ratings: health inspections 3/5, staffing 4/5, quality measures 5/5.

The facility has 54 health violations on record. Federal fines total $85,221 across 31 enforcement actions. Most recent inspection: December 18, 2023.

Data synthesized from CMS.gov and California public inspection records. Reviewed by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., NR-EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.

Inspection History Overview

Data current as of May 6, 2026 · Source: CMS Provider Data

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Detailed Inspection Reports

Notice: These are official CMS inspection narratives containing detailed regulatory findings. This information is not available in searchable format anywhere else online.

Health Inspection

Fines and Penalties by Year

2022 14 penalties totaling $55,740

$21,475

Fine

$12,923

Fine

$12,827

Fine

$4,257

Fine

$4,257

Fine

$4,257

Fine

$4,257

Fine

$4,257

Fine

$4,257

Fine

$4,257

Fine

$4,257

Fine

$4,258

Fine

$4,258

Fine

$4,258

Fine

2021 16 penalties totaling $28,826

$4,258

Fine

$4,258

Fine

$4,258

Fine

$4,258

Fine

$4,258

Fine

$4,258

Fine

$3,931

Fine

$3,603

Fine

$3,276

Fine

$2,948

Fine

$2,621

Fine

$2,293

Fine

$1,965

Fine

$1,638

Fine

$1,310

Fine

$983

Fine

2020 1 penalties totaling $655

$655

Fine

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Health Violations by Year

2023 12 violations

Tag 0623 D Dec 18, 2023

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

✓ Corrected: Jan 12, 2024
Tag 0636 B Dec 18, 2023

Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.

✓ Corrected: Jan 12, 2024
Tag 0656 D Dec 18, 2023

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

✓ Corrected: Jan 12, 2024
Tag 0677 D Dec 18, 2023

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

✓ Corrected: Jan 12, 2024
Tag 0693 D Dec 18, 2023

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.

✓ Corrected: Jan 12, 2024
Tag 0697 D Dec 18, 2023

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

✓ Corrected: Jan 12, 2024
Tag 0755 E Dec 18, 2023

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

✓ Corrected: Jan 12, 2024
Tag 0761 E Dec 18, 2023

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.

✓ Corrected: Jan 12, 2024
Tag 0851 F Dec 18, 2023

Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.

✓ Corrected: Jan 12, 2024
Tag 0880 E Dec 18, 2023

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

✓ Corrected: Jan 12, 2024
Tag 0881 E Dec 18, 2023

Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

✓ Corrected: Jan 12, 2024
Tag 0689 D May 5, 2023

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

✓ Corrected: May 17, 2023

2022 2 violations

Tag 0760 D Aug 8, 2022

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

✓ Corrected: Aug 17, 2022
Tag 0880 D Mar 1, 2022

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

✓ Corrected: Mar 11, 2022

2021 15 violations

Tag 0684 D Dec 23, 2021

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

✓ Corrected: Jan 17, 2022
Tag 0761 E Dec 23, 2021

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.

✓ Corrected: Jan 17, 2022
Tag 0812 E Dec 23, 2021

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

✓ Corrected: Jan 17, 2022
Tag 0880 D Dec 23, 2021

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

✓ Corrected: Jan 17, 2022
Tag 0802 D Nov 9, 2021

Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.

✓ Corrected: Nov 18, 2021
Tag 0812 E Nov 9, 2021

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

✓ Corrected: Nov 18, 2021
Tag 0908 D Nov 9, 2021

Keep all essential equipment working safely.

✓ Corrected: Nov 18, 2021
Tag 0580 D Oct 28, 2021

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

✓ Corrected: Nov 9, 2021
Tag 0563 F Sep 30, 2021

Honor the resident's right to receive visitors of his or her choosing, at the time of his or her choosing.

Tag 0880 E Sep 30, 2021

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Tag 0882 F Sep 30, 2021

Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.

Tag 0880 E Sep 9, 2021

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

✓ Corrected: Sep 28, 2021
Tag 0880 E Sep 7, 2021

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Tag 0726 E Aug 10, 2021

Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.

✓ Corrected: Aug 19, 2021
Tag 0760 E Aug 10, 2021

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

✓ Corrected: Aug 19, 2021

2019 5 violations

Tag 0656 D Jul 2, 2019

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

✓ Corrected: Jul 22, 2019
Tag 0689 D Jul 2, 2019

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

✓ Corrected: Jul 22, 2019
Tag 0756 D Jul 2, 2019

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

✓ Corrected: Jul 22, 2019
Tag 0761 D Jul 2, 2019

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.

✓ Corrected: Jul 22, 2019
Tag 0812 D Jul 2, 2019

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

✓ Corrected: Jul 22, 2019

2018 10 violations

Tag 0880 D Dec 3, 2018

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

✓ Corrected: Jan 11, 2019
Tag 0584 D Jul 6, 2018

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.

✓ Corrected: Jul 28, 2018
Tag 0641 E Jul 6, 2018

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

✓ Corrected: Jul 28, 2018
Tag 0656 D Jul 6, 2018

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

✓ Corrected: Jul 28, 2018
Tag 0658 D Jul 6, 2018

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

✓ Corrected: Jul 28, 2018
Tag 0755 D Jul 6, 2018

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

✓ Corrected: Jul 28, 2018
Tag 0759 E Jul 6, 2018

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

✓ Corrected: Jul 28, 2018
Tag 0761 E Jul 6, 2018

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.

✓ Corrected: Jul 28, 2018
Tag 0812 D Jul 6, 2018

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

✓ Corrected: Jul 28, 2018
Tag 0880 E Jul 6, 2018

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

✓ Corrected: Jul 28, 2018

2017 10 violations

Tag 0278 D Dec 26, 2017

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment by a qualified health professional.

✓ Corrected: Feb 26, 2018
Tag 0333 D Aug 15, 2017

Ensure that residents are safe from serious medication errors.

✓ Corrected: Aug 25, 2017
Tag 0386 D Aug 15, 2017

Make sure that doctors see a resident's plan of care at every visit and make notes about progress and orders in writing.

✓ Corrected: Aug 25, 2017
Tag 0157 D Jul 15, 2017

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

✓ Corrected: Aug 4, 2017
Tag 0279 D Jul 15, 2017

Develop a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

✓ Corrected: Aug 4, 2017
Tag 0322 E Jul 15, 2017

Give proper treatment to residents with feeding tubes to prevent problems (such as aspiration pneumonia, diarrhea, vomiting, dehydration, metabolic abnormalities, nasal-pharyngeal ulcers) and help restore eating skills, if possible.

✓ Corrected: Aug 4, 2017
Tag 0363 D Jul 15, 2017

Make sure menus meet the resident's nutritional needs and that there is a prepared menu by which nutritious meals have been planned for the resident and followed.

✓ Corrected: Aug 4, 2017
Tag 0371 D Jul 15, 2017

Store, cook, and serve food in a safe and clean way.

✓ Corrected: Aug 4, 2017
Tag 0431 D Jul 15, 2017

Maintain drug records and properly mark/label drugs and other similar products according to accepted professional standards.

✓ Corrected: Aug 4, 2017
Tag 0441 D Jul 15, 2017

Have a program that investigates, controls and keeps infection from spreading.

✓ Corrected: Aug 4, 2017

Frequently Asked Questions About Totally Kids Specialty Healthcare - Sun Valley

What violations has Totally Kids Specialty Healthcare - Sun Valley received?
Totally Kids Specialty Healthcare - Sun Valley has 54 health and safety violation(s) documented by CMS inspections. All violation data comes from official Medicare inspection reports and is updated regularly from government sources.
What is the quality rating of Totally Kids Specialty Healthcare - Sun Valley?
Totally Kids Specialty Healthcare - Sun Valley has a 4-star rating out of 5 from CMS. This is an above-average rating, indicating better quality care compared to most nursing homes. The rating is based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures.
When was Totally Kids Specialty Healthcare - Sun Valley last inspected?
Inspection reports are documented by state survey agencies and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Reports typically lag 2-3 months behind the actual inspection date. Visit the facility's full profile page for detailed violation information and inspection history.
Is Totally Kids Specialty Healthcare - Sun Valley safe?
Safety at Totally Kids Specialty Healthcare - Sun Valley should be evaluated based on multiple factors: the facility's CMS rating, recent violation history, and personal visits. We recommend reviewing the complete inspection history, speaking with current residents and families, consulting healthcare professionals, and visiting in person before making placement decisions.
How do I contact Totally Kids Specialty Healthcare - Sun Valley?
Phone: (818) 252-5863. Address: 10716 La Tuna Canyon Road, Sun Valley, CA. For visiting hours and admission information, call the facility directly.
What services does Totally Kids Specialty Healthcare - Sun Valley offer?
Totally Kids Specialty Healthcare - Sun Valley is a skilled nursing facility with 45 beds. The facility accepts Medicare and Medicaid. For specific services like rehabilitation, memory care, or short-term recovery, contact the facility directly.
What are better facilities near Sun Valley, CA?
Compare Totally Kids Specialty Healthcare - Sun Valley with other nursing homes in Sun Valley, CA on our facilities page. Filter by star rating, bed count, and recent inspection results to find the best match for your needs.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Provider Data Catalog.

Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.

Professional Review: All content undergoes standards and compliance oversight by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal, using professional regulatory data auditing protocols.

Last verified: December 18, 2023 | Our methodology | Editorial standards | Report an error

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