Total health inspections
7
California average 12.5
Last Health inspection on Oct 2024
Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Lotus Care Center
Nursing Home
Lotus Care Center
Nursing Home
The Lotus Care Center in West Blvd, Los Angeles, CA is a tight-knit senior living community, offering short-term and long-term care services. Dedicated to offering top-notch care within a welcoming, family-like environment, this community boasts a compassionate team available 24/7 to meet residents’ every need. Residents in this community enjoy comfortable accommodations without the worry of home maintenance, thanks to a dedicated team that takes care of every detail for them.
Focused on supporting residents in leading an active and independent lifestyle, this community offers a variety of enjoyable activities and programs, complemented by nutritious, delicious daily meals. Here, residents enjoy the services they need to continue their retirement journey in comfort with peace of mind, all within a safe and sound community.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Nursing care per resident
Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
Staffing hours breakdown
Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse hours per resident per day.
Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse hours per resident per day.
Nurse Aide
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Total Nursing (Weekend)
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
RN (Weekend)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Capacity and availability
Smaller home
May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.
Total beds
40
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
89.7%
Residents per day (avg)
34
Occupancy rate
89.7%
Residents per day (avg)
34
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Short stays
Recovery
Medicare-covered care
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
83% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Private pay
1% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
7 - 8 months
Medicaid
16% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
10 - 11 months
Finances and operations
Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$6.1M
Profit
$358.6K
Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$6,050,562.00
Profit
$358,646.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$2.4M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$3.4M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$5.9M
Walk Score: 75 / 100
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
An independent rating from the Better Business Bureau based on factors such as complaint history, transparency, and business practices.
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Additional licensing details
CMS Certification Number:
555040
Care Services
Alzheimer's Certification
What does this home offer?
Accept Medicaid: Yes
Total Residents: 40
Building Type: Single-story
Types of Care at Lotus Care Center
Nursing Home
Nursing Care
Respite Care
Compare Nursing Homes around Los Angeles
The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.
Lotus Care Center
-49%
+6%
+6%
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
IL
Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Los Angeles (South Los Angeles)
40
No
A+
75
SB 2020 PROTECTIVE TRUST
89.7%
$5,847,649.00
$2,434,991.00
41.6%
34.30
4.4769
1
25
1
-49%+6%+6%
Culver West Health Center
-20%
-14%
-38%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Los Angeles (Culver - West)
91
No
A+
88
CULVER WEST HEALTH CENTER LLC
52.7%
$11,542,688.00
$5,428,917.00
47%
76.00
3.6224
1
59
1
-20%-14%-38%
Avalon Villa Care Center
+53%
+1%
+6%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Los Angeles (South Los Angeles)
131
No
-
60
-
90.1%
$16,410,129.00
$7,535,673.00
45.9%
117.70
4.2794
2
110
3
+53%+1%+6%
Sharon Care Center
-5%
-11%
+3%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Los Angeles (Central LA)
86
No
-
95
SUMMIT CARE LLC
87.2%
$14,491,603.00
$5,665,173.00
39.1%
77.80
3.7417
1
111
5
-5%-11%+3%
Alta Vista Gardens
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
CA 90046
70
No
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Lotus Care Center
Type of care:
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Community:
Los Angeles (South Los Angeles)
Bed Count:
40
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
SB 2020 PROTECTIVE TRUST
CCN:
555040
Occupancy:
89.7%
Home Revenue:
$5,847,649.00
Payroll Costs:
$2,434,991.00
Payroll %:
41.6%
Avg Residents/Day:
34.30
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.4769
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
25
Severe Citations:
1
RN share vs State Avg:
-49%
-49%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+6%
+6%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+6%
+6%
Culver West Health Center
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
Los Angeles (Culver - West)
Bed Count:
91
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
CULVER WEST HEALTH CENTER LLC
CCN:
55350
Occupancy:
52.7%
Home Revenue:
$11,542,688.00
Payroll Costs:
$5,428,917.00
Payroll %:
47%
Avg Residents/Day:
76.00
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.6224
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
59
Severe Citations:
1
RN share vs State Avg:
-20%
-20%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-14%
-14%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-38%
-38%
Avalon Villa Care Center
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
Los Angeles (South Los Angeles)
Bed Count:
131
Pets Allowed:
No
CCN:
56023
Occupancy:
90.1%
Home Revenue:
$16,410,129.00
Payroll Costs:
$7,535,673.00
Payroll %:
45.9%
Avg Residents/Day:
117.70
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.2794
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
2
Citations:
110
Severe Citations:
3
RN share vs State Avg:
+53%
+53%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+1%
+1%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+6%
+6%
Sharon Care Center
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
Los Angeles (Central LA)
Bed Count:
86
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
SUMMIT CARE LLC
CCN:
55755
Occupancy:
87.2%
Home Revenue:
$14,491,603.00
Payroll Costs:
$5,665,173.00
Payroll %:
39.1%
Avg Residents/Day:
77.80
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.7417
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
111
Severe Citations:
5
RN share vs State Avg:
-5%
-5%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-11%
-11%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+3%
+3%Places of interest near Lotus Care Center
10.1 miles from city center — 5.38 miles to nearest hospital (Dignity Health - California Hospital Medical Center)
6011 West Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90043, USA
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
91
Total Staff
42
Employees
49
Contractors
14,687
Total Hours (Quarter)
22
Avg Staff/Day
7.3
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 4 | 8.9 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 26 | 7.4 | Yes |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 43 | 7.6 | Yes |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
5.9hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
73 staff
7.6hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
6 staff
7hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
7 staff
6.1hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
2 staff
7.2hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
1 staff
7.2hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
12.8%
of total hours from contractors
1,873 contractor hours this quarter
Licensed Practical Nurse: 16
Physical Therapy Aide: 2
Qualified Social Worker: 2
Certified Nursing Assistant: 18
Speech Language Pathologist: 2
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
Other Physician: 5
Medical Director: 1
Occupational Therapist: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 25 | 18 | 43 | 8,753 | 91 | 100% | 7.6 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 10 | 16 | 26 | 2,189 | 91 | 100% | 7.4 |
| Registered Nurse | 4 | 0 | 4 | 974 | 64 | 70% | 8.9 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 2 | 2 | 575 | 80 | 88% | 7.2 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 532 | 65 | 71% | 8.2 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 468 | 78 | 86% | 6 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 2 | 2 | 452 | 63 | 69% | 7.2 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 383 | 66 | 73% | 5.6 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 166 | 23 | 25% | 7.2 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 1 | 1 | 121 | 30 | 33% | 4 |
| Other Physician | 0 | 5 | 5 | 30 | 3 | 3% | 2 |
| Occupational Therapist | 0 | 1 | 1 | 24 | 3 | 3% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 14 | 3 | 3% | 4.7 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 3 | 3% | 2 |
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
25
Citations per inspection
3.57
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
19 of 25 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 6 of 25 resulted from complaint investigations.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
1
1
150% worse than California averageCalifornia average: 0.4
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than California averageCalifornia average: 1
1 critical citation
0 serious citations
21 moderate citations
3 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Environmental minor citation
Oct 18, 2024
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
Oct 18, 2024
Corrected
Nursing Services moderate citation
Oct 18, 2024
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Oct 18, 2024
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: For-Profit Corporation
Resident Census by Payment Source
36
Total Residents
Medicare
15
(41.7%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
20
(55.6%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
1
(2.8%)
ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Nurse Aide Training
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
10.1
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
10.1
52% worse than California averageCalifornia average: 6.6
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
15.3
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
15.3
35% worse than California averageCalifornia average: 11.3
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
25.2%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
25.2%
128% worse than California averageCalifornia average: 11.1%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
16.8%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
16.8%
40% worse than California averageCalifornia average: 12.0%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
3.8%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
3.8%
67% better than California averageCalifornia average: 11.3%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
0.0%
100% better than California averageCalifornia average: 1.7%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
5.2%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
5.2%
5% worse than California averageCalifornia average: 5.0%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.0%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.0%
17% better than California averageCalifornia average: 1.2%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
3.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
3.1%
27% better than California averageCalifornia average: 4.2%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
100% better than California averageCalifornia average: 6.7%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
In line with California averageCalifornia average: 98.5%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
In line with California averageCalifornia average: 98.2%
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
3.92
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
3.92
74% worse than California averageCalifornia average: 2.25
ED visits per 1,000 days
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
0.50
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
0.50
69% better than California averageCalifornia average: 1.59
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.4%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.4%
6% better than California averageCalifornia average: 94.0%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
7% better than California averageCalifornia average: 93.2%
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
31.3%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
31.3%
35% worse than California averageCalifornia average: 23.2%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
5.6%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
5.6%
50% better than California averageCalifornia average: 11.2%
Falls with major injury
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
100% better than California averageCalifornia average: 0.8%
Ability to care for self at discharge
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
72.4%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
72.4%
35% better than California averageCalifornia average: 53.7%
Successful return to home or community
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
25.1%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
25.1%
50% worse than California averageCalifornia average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Penalties and fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total fines amount
$19K
64% lower than California averageCalifornia average: $55K
Number of fines
1
58% fewer fines than California averageCalifornia average: 2.4
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than California averageCalifornia average: 0.5
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$19K
California average
$55K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Mar 24, 2023
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Mar 24, 2023
$19K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Lotus Care Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
89.7%
↑ 4.8pp vs 2022
Net Income
$358,646
↑ ~$194K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$3,596,591
↑ ~$40K vs 2022
Profit Margin
6.1%
↑ 2.9pp vs 2022
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