Los Angeles County, California · Nursing home
Villa del Rio
1 of 5 overall from CMS
7002 Gage Avenue, Bell Gardens, CA 90201
At a glance
- Overall rating 1 of 5 Below the state average of 3.2
- Nurse time per resident, per day 3.85 hours Below the state average of 4.52
- Nursing staff who left in a year 57.3% Above the state average of 36.7%
- Health citations, last 3 inspection cycles 110 4 at the harm level or above
- Fines in 3 years $147,028 4 fines
- Certified beds in use 1358.3% of 12 beds, on an average day
Arrows only show whether a figure is above or below the state average. They are not a judgment of the home.
Villa del Rio is a 12-bed nursing home in Bell Gardens, California (Los Angeles County). CMS rates it 1 of 5 stars overall as of Sep 2026. It reports 3.85 nurse staffing hours per resident per day, below the California average of 4.52. CMS lists 4 fines totaling $147,028 in the past three years.
- Certified beds
- 12
- Residents per day (average)
- 163.0
- Certified since
- 2002 (24 yrs)
For profit - Corporation Participates in Medicare and Medicaid
Bed use is this site's calculation: average residents per day divided by certified beds. It is an average, so it does not show today's openings.
Terms used on this page
- CMS
- The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that publishes the ratings, staffing figures, inspection results and penalties shown here.
- Certified beds
- The number of federally certified beds CMS lists for the home.
- Deficiency or citation
- A federal requirement that inspectors found the home did not meet. Each one gets a letter from A to L for how serious it was and how many residents were affected. What the letters mean
- Actual harm
- Letters G, H and I: actual harm to a resident that is not immediate jeopardy.
- Immediate jeopardy
- Letters J, K and L: the problem caused, or was likely to cause, serious injury, harm, impairment or death to a resident.
- Inspection cycle
- A standard inspection plus the complaint and infection-control citations CMS assigns to it. This page shows the three most recent cycles.
- Special Focus Facility (SFF)
- A home CMS has placed under closer oversight because of its inspection record. More about the program
Questions to ask Villa del Rio
Chosen from this home's public data.
- CMS lists 4 fines totaling $147,028 in the past three years. What changed after the most recent one?Penalties in CMS data
- CMS counts 36 health deficiencies in the latest inspection cycle (the standard inspection on Jul 16, 2026 plus complaint and infection-control inspections); the California average is 15.6. Which have been corrected?Inspection results in CMS data
- Nursing staff turnover is 57.3%, above the California average of 36.7%. How often would the same aides care for my relative?Turnover in CMS data
More in what to ask on a nursing home tour.
CMS star ratings
- Overall 1 of 5 California average 3.2
- Health inspections 1 of 5 California average 2.8
- Staffing 3 of 5 California average 3.3
- Quality measures 1 of 5 California average 4.1
The vertical line marks the California average. Ratings run from 1 to 5. How to read CMS star ratings
Nurse staffing
Hours of care per resident per day, as the home reported to CMS.
What these roles do
Nurse aides give most hands-on daily care, such as help with bathing, dressing and meals. Licensed practical nurses give medications and routine nursing care. Registered nurses assess residents and direct their care.
- All nursing staff 3.85 h California average 4.52
- Nurse aides 2.62 h California average 2.65
- Licensed practical nurses 1.02 h California average 1.20
- Registered nurses 0.22 h California average 0.67
- All staff, weekends 3.55 h California average 4.09
How much nurse staffing is enough? All bars share one scale, 0 to 12 hours. The vertical line marks the California average; the national average for all nursing staff is 3.86 hours.
- Nursing staff turnover57.3%
- California average36.7%
- Registered nurse turnover33.3%
- California average38.1%
- Administrators who left0
Quality measures
CMS calculates these from residents' assessments and Medicare claims. They are shown as published, next to the California and national averages. marks the measures CMS uses in its quality star rating; for those, the rating gives more points for a lower rate.
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This home | California | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 12.4% | 10.2% | 13.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 1.1% | 4.0% | 5.2% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 0.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 4.1% | 7.3% | 12.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0.0% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 0.4% | 1.6% | 3.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 100.0% | 98.6% | 93.6% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 3.3% | 9.8% | 14.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 18.8% | 13.7% | 19.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 100.0% | 98.2% | 95.5% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 3.3% | 4.3% | 4.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 1.1% | 10.2% | 19.0% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | CMS could not validate the data | 12.0% | 15.4% |
| ★ Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 4.74 | 2.25 | 1.90 |
| ★ Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 0.63 | 1.57 | 1.78 |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This home | California | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 98.1% | 94.4% | 82.0% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Too few residents or stays to report | 1.5% | 1.6% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 97.4% | 93.2% | 79.8% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 18.2% | 23.0% | 23.8% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 2.5% | 11.2% | 12.0% |
Measure periods: April 2025 to March 2026 for most measures; July 2024 to June 2025 for the flu vaccine measures; January to December 2025 for the hospital and emergency department measures, which CMS risk-adjusts. See the measures on Medicare.gov
Inspection history
Inspectors cited 110 health deficiencies in the three most recent inspection cycles. Of these, 2 were at the immediate jeopardy level and 2 involved actual harm; the rest were graded as no actual harm. 48 were cited in connection with a complaint investigation. The most recent citation at the harm level or above was on Jun 28, 2025: Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
| Standard inspection | Health | Fire safety |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | 36 | 8 |
| Apr 24, 2025 | 45 | 14 |
| Apr 22, 2024 | 29 | 4 |
California homes averaged 15.6 health deficiencies in the latest cycle; the national average is 9.2. Each cycle's health count covers the standard inspection on that date plus the complaint and infection-control citations CMS assigns to that cycle.
Health citations, three most recent inspection cycles (110)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Complaint investigation · Nursing and Physician Services · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 7, 2026)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
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.
Nursing and Physician Services · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 7, 2026)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
Ensure 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.
Complaint investigation · Nursing and Physician Services · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 7, 2026)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Nursing and Physician Services · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 7, 2026)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 7, 2026)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 7, 2026)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
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.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 7, 2026)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Pharmacy Service · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 7, 2026)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
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.
Pharmacy Service · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 7, 2026)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
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.
Infection Control · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 7, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 7, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Give the resident's representative the ability to exercise the resident's rights.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 7, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 7, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 7, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 7, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 7, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 7, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 7, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 7, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Pharmacy Service · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 7, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 7, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.
Administration · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 7, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 7, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
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.
Complaint investigation · Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Complaint investigation · Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
Complaint investigation · Administration · Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jun 18, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Complaint investigation · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jun 18, 2026)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Complaint investigation · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 20, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Complaint investigation · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 20, 2026)
Showing the 30 most recent of 110.
What severity letters A to L mean
Each sentence above is the requirement that was not met, in CMS's wording. For the inspection results as Medicare publishes them, open this home's page on Medicare.gov and look under "Health inspections".
Penalties, past three years
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 28, 2025 | Fine | $45,078 |
| Sep 5, 2024 | Fine | $12,048 |
| Apr 4, 2024 | Fine | $67,649 |
| Apr 4, 2024 | Payment Denial | 27 days |
| Sep 28, 2023 | Fine | $22,253 |
California homes averaged 0.8 fines and $23,986 in fine amounts; the national averages are 0.9 and $30,972.
Cost
Not in the public data. CMS does not publish what a nursing home charges.
Ask the home for its daily private-pay rate and whether a bed is open for your coverage. See what Medicare covers and how Medicaid pays for a nursing home.
Compared within California
Common questions
What is the CMS star rating for Villa del Rio?
Villa del Rio has an overall rating of 1 of 5 stars from CMS as of Sep 2026. Its health inspection rating is 1, staffing is 3 and quality measures is 1.
How many beds does Villa del Rio have?
Villa del Rio has 12 certified beds. It averages 163.0 residents per day, about 1358.3% of its certified beds.
How much nursing care do residents get at Villa del Rio?
The home reports 3.85 hours of nurse staffing per resident per day, including 0.22 hours from registered nurses. The California average is 4.52 hours and 0.67 hours from registered nurses.
Has Villa del Rio been fined?
Yes. CMS lists 4 fines totaling $147,028 in the past three years. It also lists 1 payment denial.
Does Villa del Rio accept Medicare or Medicaid?
CMS lists its participation as "Medicare and Medicaid". Ask the home whether a bed is open for your coverage.
Guides for families looking at this home
- Understanding the recordWhat to ask on a nursing home tourQuestions that turn a home's public record into a useful conversation when you tour, plus what to look for yourself.
- Understanding the recordInspection severity letters A to LHow inspectors grade each deficiency by harm and by how many residents were affected.
- Understanding the recordHow to read CMS star ratingsWhat the overall, health inspection, staffing and quality measure ratings cover, and what they leave out.
Nearest nursing homes
- 2 of 5 Villa del Rio Gardens 84beds –in use –nurse hours a day
- 1 of 5 Briarcrest Nursing Center 135beds 92.0%in use 4.41nurse hours a day
- 1 of 5 Bell Convalescent Hospital 99beds 93.3%in use 3.89nurse hours a day
Sorted by straight-line distance. This is not a ranking or a recommendation. Compare all homes in Los Angeles County
Who to call in California
These offices serve residents of every nursing home in California.
- Long-term care ombudsman Statewide Ombudsman Hotline 1-800-231-4024 (24 hours a day, 7 days a week) An advocate for residents and their families.
- File a complaint about a nursing home Licensing and Certification district offices The state agency that inspects nursing homes.
California staffing, bed-hold and Medicaid rules · Residents' rights in every state
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home datasets processed Sep 1, 2026. CMS Certification Number 555781. See this home's official record on Medicare.gov
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