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3232 E. Artesia Blvd. Long Beach, CA 90805 · Los Angeles County
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CMS certification number 555375 · See this home on Medicare Care Compare
Is Sunset Villa Post Acute a good nursing home? Reviews, ratings and inspection record
There are no official resident reviews of nursing homes: Medicare's Care Compare publishes inspections, staffing and quality data instead. Here is what that record shows for Sunset Villa Post Acute as of October 2026.
CMS rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall, below the California average of 3.2.
Online reviews from families and residents are on Google Maps and other sites; they reflect individual experiences and aren't checked by CMS. The full inspection reports, including what inspectors observed, are on Medicare Care Compare.
Staffing
Nursing staff spend about 3.97 hours per resident per day at Sunset Villa Post Acute, below the California median of 4.27 (US median: 3.72). About 0.27 of those hours are from registered nurses. On weekends it falls to 3.68 hours, 7% below its all-week average. 41.2% of nursing staff left within a year (California median 36%).
About this nursing home
Paying for care at Sunset Villa Post Acute: Medicare and Medicaid
Sunset Villa Post Acute is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid. Medicare Part A can cover a short skilled-nursing or rehab stay here after a qualifying hospital stay of at least three inpatient days (observation days don't count), for up to 100 days per benefit period. Medicaid can pay for long-term care for residents who meet California's income and asset rules. Being certified doesn't guarantee a Medicaid bed is open, so ask whether the home accepts residents whose Medicaid application is still pending.
In 2026 Medicare covers days 1–20 in full after the Part A deductible ($1,736 per benefit period); for days 21–100 you pay $217 a day; after day 100 you pay all costs. Medicare doesn't pay for long-term custodial care. Medicare's coverage rules.
Health inspections
The most recent standard inspection was on April 9, 2026 and found 18 deficiencies, plus 9 from complaint inspections in the same period. In total, inspectors issued 89 citations in the last three years.
Each citation has a scope and severity letter from A to L. A–C: potential for minimal harm. D–F: potential for more than minimal harm. G–I: actual harm. J–L: immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety.
What the inspections found
Over the last three years, inspectors issued 89 citations at Sunset Villa Post Acute across 23 inspection dates, 37 of them from complaint investigations. 2 were at the immediate-jeopardy level (J–L), CMS's most serious category, most recently on June 16, 2026 (complaint inspection). The most common areas cited were quality of life and care (19) and resident rights (17). The most serious was cited under the CMS rule to "ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors" (tag F0760, level K, April 27, 2024). 8 citations were under CMS's abuse, neglect and exploitation rules.
June 23, 2026 · 1 citation · includes complaint inspection
DHonor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.
June 16, 2026 · 4 citations, includes immediate jeopardy · includes complaint inspection
JProvide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.
DImmediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
DDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
DEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
May 27, 2026 · 1 citation · includes complaint inspection
DReasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
April 22, 2026 · 1 citation · includes complaint inspection
EKeep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
April 9, 2026 · 18 citations
EProvide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
EProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
EEducate 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.
DHonor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
DEnsure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
DPrevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
DEnsure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
DCoordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
DDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
DEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
DProvide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
DProvide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
DEnsure 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.
DProvide timely, approved x-ray services, or have an agreement with an approved provider to obtain them.
DProvide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.
DInform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.
DSet up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
DProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
February 10, 2026 · 1 citation · includes complaint inspection
DSafeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
November 21, 2025 · 1 citation · includes complaint inspection
DEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
August 27, 2025 · 2 citations · includes complaint inspection
DProvide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.
DEnsure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
July 10, 2025 · 4 citations · includes complaint inspection
DImmediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
DEnsure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
DDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
DProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
March 6, 2025 · 18 citations
EHonor 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.
ECoordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
EPASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
EDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
EProvide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
EProvide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.
DReasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
DEnsure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
DEnsure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
DDevelop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
DEnsure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
DProvide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
DEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
DImplement 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.
DProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
DProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
DImplement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
DEducate 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.
January 27, 2025 · 1 citation · includes complaint inspection
DHonor the resident's right to choose his or her attending physician.
October 10, 2024 · 3 citations, includes actual harm · includes complaint inspection
GProvide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
DImmediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
DEnsure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
September 4, 2024 · 1 citation · includes complaint inspection
DEnsure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
July 30, 2024 · 1 citation, includes actual harm · includes complaint inspection
GProvide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
July 5, 2024 · 2 citations · includes complaint inspection
DTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
DRespond appropriately to all alleged violations.
May 29, 2024 · 1 citation · includes complaint inspection
EEnsure that nurse aides who have worked more than 4 months, are trained and competent; and nurse aides who have worked less than 4 months are enrolled in appropriate training.
April 27, 2024 · 2 citations, includes immediate jeopardy · includes complaint inspection
KEnsure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
EImmediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
March 26, 2024 · 17 citations, includes actual harm · includes complaint inspection
GProvide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
GProvide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
FProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
EHonor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
ECoordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
EEnsure 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.
ESet up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
EProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
DHonor 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.
DHonor 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.
DTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
DRespond appropriately to all alleged violations.
DProvide appropriate foot care.
DProvide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
DEnsure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
DEnsure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
DMake sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
March 11, 2024 · 4 citations · includes complaint inspection
EProvide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
DImmediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
DDevelop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
DProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
February 21, 2024 · 2 citations · includes complaint inspection
DProvide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
DEnsure 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.
January 24, 2024 · 2 citations · includes complaint inspection
DImmediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
DProvide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
December 11, 2023 · 1 citation · includes complaint inspection
EProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
October 18, 2023 · 1 citation, includes actual harm · includes complaint inspection
GProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Questions to ask on a tour of Sunset Villa Post Acute
- Inspectors cited the home at the immediate-jeopardy level on April 27, 2024 under the rule on pharmacy service. What changed afterwards, and can I see the plan of correction?
- CMS cited the home under its abuse and neglect rules on April 9, 2026. How are staff trained, and how are concerns reported?
- Do you have a Medicaid bed open now, and will you admit someone whose Medicaid application is still pending?
- When is the first care-plan meeting, and can family attend?
Questions come from this home's CMS data: its inspections, staffing and ownership record.
Fines and payment denials
6 penalties in the last three years, including $223,775 in fines.
| Date | Type | Amount or length |
|---|---|---|
| May 27, 2026 | Fine | $16,569 |
| Oct 10, 2024 | Fine | $14,050 |
| Jul 5, 2024 | Fine | $56,584 |
| Jul 5, 2024 | Payment Denial | 7 days of payments denied |
| Feb 21, 2024 | Fine | $136,572 |
| Feb 21, 2024 | Payment Denial | 55 days of payments denied |
Rating history
| CMS month | Overall | Inspection | Staffing | Quality |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 2026 | 1/5 | 1/5 | 3/5 | 4/5 |
| August 2026 | 2/5 | 1/5 | 3/5 | 5/5 |
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Hospitals near Sunset Villa Post Acute
The Medicare-certified hospitals closest to this nursing home, with their CMS data. Ask the home which hospital it usually sends residents to.
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1.2 mi
Lakewood Regional Medical Center LakewoodEmergency room ★★☆☆☆ Medicare overall 2 of 5Median ER visit 3h 42m for patients treated and sent home
- 2.5 mi
- 3.3 mi
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Source: CMS Care Compare. Distances are approximate.
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