Worth Considering
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Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in El Monte, California
1 of 11 nursing homes in El Monte (9%) meet our strict criteria. The California statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 4 caution · 6 avoid · data
City Average
2.7
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
869
across 11 facilities
High Risk Facilities
6
5 Grade F
$194,717 in combined fines
Zero Fines
3
/11
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in El Monte, California, is adequate but presents challenges, with only 1 out of 11 facilities recommended. Families should be aware that 6 facilities have incurred fines totaling $180,829, indicating potential concerns with quality care.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 FIDELITY HEALTH CARE (85) — Fidelity Health Care stands out with an impressive CMS 5-star rating and a solid Trust Score of 85/100, reflecting its commitment to quality care. With a Grade B+ and no fines, this facility prioritizes resident well-being in its 90-bed capacity, making it a reliable choice for families seeking compassionate services.
The other 10 El Monte facilities didn't qualify — 6 carry Grade D or F ratings and 8 have fines totaling $194K.
Recommended
Fidelity Health Care stands out with an impressive CMS 5-star rating and a solid Trust Score of 85/100, reflecting its commitment to quality care. With a Grade B+ and no fines, this facility prioritizes resident well-being in its 90-bed capacity, making it a reliable choice for families seeking compassionate services.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Hidden Gem
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | El Monte Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 2.7 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 10?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 5 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 8 Have fines totaling $194,717
- Low-scoring facilities
- 4 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 4 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions El Monte Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
El Monte's city average is 2.7 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
8 of 11 El Monte facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; El Monte avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
El Monte facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in El Monte, CA are recommended?
1 of 11 nursing homes in El Monte (9%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in El Monte "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in El Monte?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.