Whittier Pacific Care Center

WHITTIER, CA • CMS Certification: 055764

  • Date Updated: May 01, 2026
  • Overall Rating: 2 Stars
  • Address: 7716 S PICKERING AVENUE, WHITTIER CA 90602
  • Phone: 5626935240

About Whittier Pacific Care Center

Whittier Pacific Care Center, located in WHITTIER, CA, is a for-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid.

Why Families Choose Whittier Pacific Care Center

  • More Nursing Time: Staff spends 5.02 hours per resident daily (National Avg: 3.87).

Key Performance Indicators

  • CMS Overall Rating 2 Stars
  • Nursing Hours 5.02 hrs
  • Safety Record Clean

Chain Affiliations & Network

This facility is part of the LONGWOOD MANAGEMENT CORPORATION network. This chain operates 38 facilities.

Chain Performance Overview

Inspection
2.1
Staffing
3.2
Quality
3.6

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Nursing Staff Analysis

Staffing levels are a critical indicator of quality care. We analyze the daily hours of care provided by Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).

Above Average Staffing

Whittier Pacific Care Center provides more care hours than the state average and more than the national average.

Registered Nurses (RN)

0.60 hrs/day
State: 0.67 US: 0.68
Case Mix Adj: 0.93
Quality Adj: 0.44

Licensed Practical Nurses

2.47 hrs/day
State: 1.88 US: 1.54
Case Mix Adj: 1.18
Quality Adj: 1.35

Certified Assistants

2.55 hrs/day
State: 2.65 US: 2.33
Case Mix Adj: 3.20
Quality Adj: 1.85

CMS Quality Ratings

Category Rating Stars
Overall Rating 2
Health Inspection 2
Quality Measures 4
Staffing 2

Health Inspection History

Inspection Cycle Score Date
Cycle 1 (Most Recent) 104 Mar 13, 2026
Weighted Average 142 Combined Score
Lower scores are better. Scores are based on health inspections and complaint investigations.

Detailed Quality Measures

Rates are from CMS quality measures (claims-based and MDS-based) for the reporting period ending May 01, 2026. Some measures may be omitted when CMS does not report a numeric rate for this facility.

Medicare claims-based measures

Typically includes short-stay outcomes, hospitalizations, and ED use from Medicare claims.

Measure Rate
Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursi... (QM521) 23.4%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) 2.3%
Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) 2.0%
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) 0.6%

MDS-based measures

Resident assessment data; often used for long-stay care quality.

Measure Rate
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activit... (QM401) 12.9%
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) 7.1%
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) 2.8%
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) 1.9%
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) 0.3%
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained (QM409) 0.3%
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with ma... (QM410) 0.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) 100.0%
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) 98.9%
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) 2.8%
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451) 6.9%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) 14.9%
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) 100.0%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) 90.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) 6.2%
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) 19.7%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) 11.7%

Complaints & Deficiencies

Complaint History by Year

This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.

Summary:

  • 2023: 3 complaints
  • 2024: 22 complaints
  • 2025: 7 complaints
  • 2026: 2 complaints
  • Total: 34 complaints on record

Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)

Date Description
Mar 13, 2026 Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Mar 06, 2026 Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Dec 10, 2025 Post nurse staffing information every day.
Aug 28, 2025 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals.
Jun 30, 2025 Post nurse staffing information every day.
Jun 30, 2025 Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Jan 26, 2025 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.
Jan 26, 2025 Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Jan 26, 2025 Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Nov 19, 2024 Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Sep 23, 2024 Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.
Sep 23, 2024 Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Sep 06, 2024 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Sep 06, 2024 Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Sep 06, 2024 Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Sep 06, 2024 Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Sep 06, 2024 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Aug 30, 2024 Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Aug 30, 2024 Post nurse staffing information every day.
Aug 30, 2024 Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Aug 30, 2024 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.
Aug 30, 2024 Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Aug 30, 2024 Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Aug 13, 2024 Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Apr 23, 2024 Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.
Apr 23, 2024 Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Apr 16, 2024 Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Mar 21, 2024 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Mar 21, 2024 Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Mar 21, 2024 Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.
Mar 21, 2024 Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Dec 29, 2023 Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Oct 27, 2023 Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Sep 02, 2023 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Note: Table shows only complaints filed since Jan 1, 2023. See chart for historical trends.

Owner & Operator Information

Business Entity

SHEA HEALTHCARE CENTER LLC

Ownership Structure

Management & Direction

Associated Doctors

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Nursing Hours Analysis

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Frequently Asked Questions

Whittier Pacific Care Center has a 2-star CMS overall rating out of 5, which indicates care quality that may need improvement. The nursing staff spends 5.02 hours per resident daily, compared to the national average of 3.87 hours.

Whittier Pacific Care Center is certified to accept Medicare and Medicaid and provides comprehensive nursing home services including:
  • Skilled Nursing Care: 24/7 medical supervision and complex medical treatments
  • Long-term Residential Care: Assistance with daily living activities for extended stays
  • Short-term Rehabilitation: Recovery services after hospital stays or surgeries
  • Memory Care: Specialized programs for residents with dementia and Alzheimer's disease
The facility has 105 certified beds.

Whittier Pacific Care Center accepts Medicare and Medicaid, which helps cover costs for eligible residents. Specific pricing varies based on:
  • Level of care needed (skilled nursing vs. long-term care)
  • Room type (private vs. semi-private)
  • Insurance coverage (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance)
  • Length of stay and specific services required

For current rates and to discuss payment options, contact Whittier Pacific Care Center directly at 5626935240. Their admissions team can help determine coverage and out-of-pocket expenses.

When visiting Whittier Pacific Care Center, pay attention to these important factors:

Environment & Cleanliness

  • Overall cleanliness and odors
  • Resident room conditions
  • Common area maintenance
  • Safety features and accessibility

Staff & Care Quality

  • Staff-to-resident ratios
  • How staff interact with residents
  • Response time to resident needs
  • Staff knowledge and professionalism

Ask to speak with current residents and their families, tour at different times of day, and review the facility's most recent inspection reports.

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