Cycle 1
Health 2025-02-13 · Fire 2025-02-13
6 health deficiencies
Top issue: Nutrition and Dietary (2 deficiencies)
7 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (4 deficiencies)
La Mesa, CA
Community Care Center
4-star overall rating with 4-star inspections with 6 recent health deficiencies with 7 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
8665 La Mesa Blvd., La Mesa, CA
(619) 465-0702
Overall
4 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
4 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
2 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
4 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Facility snapshot
Beds
119
Certified beds
Average residents
101
Average occupied residents
Ownership
For-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
Links Healthcare Group
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1968-02-08
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Staffing
Hours and turnover
RN hours / resident day
0.64
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
1.75
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
2.16
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
4.17
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
47%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
39%
Annual nurse turnover
Quality measures
Resident outcomes and process scores
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 2.2 |
2.3
0.1 pts better
|
1.9
0.3 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 0.8 |
1.6
0.8 pts better
|
1.8
1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 100.0% |
98.5%
1.5 pts better
|
93.4%
6.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 98.8% |
98.2%
0.6 pts better
|
95.5%
3.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 1.3% |
1.6%
0.3 pts better
|
3.3%
2 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 7.7% |
6.8%
0.9 pts worse
|
11.4%
3.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 5.3% |
4.1%
1.2 pts worse
|
5.4%
0.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 13.9% |
13.7%
0.2 pts worse
|
19.6%
5.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 10.6% |
14.2%
3.6 pts better
|
16.7%
6.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0.0% |
0.4%
0.4 pts better
|
0.1%
0.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 15.3% |
11.0%
4.3 pts worse
|
16.3%
1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 11.4% |
10.7%
0.7 pts worse
|
14.9%
3.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 1.5% |
1.0%
0.5 pts worse
|
1.0%
0.5 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 1.4% |
1.2%
0.2 pts worse
|
1.7%
0.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 6.0% |
10.9%
4.9 pts better
|
19.8%
13.8 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 4.0% |
4.7%
0.7 pts better
|
5.1%
1.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 100.0% |
94.0%
6 pts better
|
81.7%
18.3 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 6.5% |
11.2%
4.7 pts better
|
12.0%
5.5 pts better
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 2.0% |
1.5%
0.5 pts worse
|
1.6%
0.4 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 96.4% |
93.2%
3.2 pts better
|
79.7%
16.7 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 23.2% |
23.2%
About the same
|
23.9%
0.7 pts better
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
Survey summary
Recent inspection cycles
Cycle 2
Health 2024-02-29 · Fire 2024-02-29
10 health deficiencies
Top issue: Resident Assessment and Care Planning (4 deficiencies)
2 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Miscellaneous (1 deficiency)
Cycle 3
Health 2021-10-21 · Fire 2021-10-21
12 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (3 deficiencies)
10 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (5 deficiencies)
Fire safety
Fire-safety citations
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-13
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2025-03-03
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-13
K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2025-03-04
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-13
K363 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2025-02-20
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-13
K324 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Corrected 2025-02-26
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-13
K355 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Corrected 2025-02-19
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-13
K511 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Corrected 2025-02-21
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-13
K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2025-02-19
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-02-29
K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2024-03-27
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-02-29
K321 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Corrected 2024-03-27
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-10-21
K347 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Properly provide smoke detection systems in areas open to corridors.
Corrected 2021-11-08
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-10-21
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2021-11-08
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-10-21
K355 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Corrected 2021-11-08
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-10-21
K500 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Meet other general requirements that are deficient.
Corrected 2021-11-08
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-10-21
K753 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.
Corrected 2021-11-08
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-10-21
K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2021-11-08
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-10-21
K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2021-11-08
C · Minimal harm
2021-10-21
E35 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Provide family notifications of emergency plan.
Corrected 2021-11-08
C · Minimal harm
2021-10-21
K346 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.
Corrected 2021-11-08
C · Minimal harm
2021-10-21
K354 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.
Corrected 2021-11-08
Inspection history
Recent health citations
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-07-11
F550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected 2025-07-31
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-13
F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2025-03-13
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-13
F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2025-03-13
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-13
F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected 2025-03-13
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-13
F802 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.
Corrected 2025-03-13
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-13
F842 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected 2025-03-13
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-04
F758 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
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.
Corrected 2025-03-04
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2025-02-04
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2025-03-04
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-12-31
F656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2025-01-17
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-08-05
F656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2024-09-04
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-02-29
F641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected 2024-03-22
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-02-29
F645 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected 2024-03-22
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-02-29
F692 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected 2024-03-22
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-02-29
F693 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
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 2024-03-22
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-02-29
F756 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected 2024-03-22
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-02-29
F758 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Health
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.
Corrected 2024-03-22
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-12-08
F849 · Administration Deficiencies
Health
Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.
Corrected 2023-12-19
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2023-04-25
F687 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate foot care.
Corrected 2023-05-11
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-10-21
F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2021-11-20
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-10-21
F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected 2021-11-20
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-10-21
F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2021-11-20
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-10-21
F584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
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 2021-11-20
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-10-21
F641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected 2021-11-20
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-10-21
F658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected 2021-11-20
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-10-21
F842 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Health
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected 2021-11-20
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-10-21
F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2021-11-20
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-10-21
F908 · Environmental Deficiencies
Health
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Corrected 2021-11-20
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2021-10-21
F919 · Environmental Deficiencies
Health
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Corrected 2021-11-20
Penalties and ownership
What sits behind the stars
Ownership
Links Healthcare Group LLC
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization
Tilford, Toby
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Individual
Rodriguez, Curtis
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Individual
Bernholz, Victoria
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Carter, Melissa
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Deguzman, Myrna
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Frojelin, Antonette
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Links Healthcare Group LLC
Operational/Managerial Control · Organization
Links Support Services, LLC
Operational/Managerial Control · Organization
Michlin, Bernard
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Ramirez, Sharon
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Rivera, Regine
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Rodriguez, Curtis
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Rodriguez, Curtis
Corporate Officer · Individual
Tilford, Toby
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
White, Curtis
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
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#3
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