Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Pico Rivera, California
1 of 4 nursing homes in Pico Rivera (25%) meet our strict criteria. The California statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 1 caution · 2 avoid · data
City Average
3.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
438
across 4 facilities
High Risk Facilities
2
1 Grade F
$134,648 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/4
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Pico Rivera, California, is adequate but has some concerns, with only 25% of facilities recommended. Families should be aware that two facilities have a total of $125,538 in fines, highlighting the need for careful selection despite the presence of a top-rated option, El Rancho Vista Health Care Center.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 EL RANCHO VISTA HEALTH CARE CENTER (80) — El Rancho Vista Health Care Center boasts an excellent CMS rating of 5 stars, reflecting its commitment to high-quality care. With a Trust Score of 80/100 and a Grade of B+, this facility stands out for its attentive staff and well-maintained environment, ensuring residents receive the best possible support.
The other 3 Pico Rivera facilities didn't qualify — 2 carry Grade D or F ratings and 3 have fines totaling $134K.
Recommended
El Rancho Vista Health Care Center boasts an excellent CMS rating of 5 stars, reflecting its commitment to high-quality care. With a Trust Score of 80/100 and a Grade of B+, this facility stands out for its attentive staff and well-maintained environment, ensuring residents receive the best possible support.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Emergency Fallback
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Pico Rivera Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 3?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 3 Have fines totaling $134,648
- Low-scoring facilities
- 2 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Pico Rivera Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Pico Rivera's city average is 3.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
3 of 4 Pico Rivera facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Pico Rivera avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Pico Rivera facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
Explore Nearby Cities
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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 Pico Rivera, CA are recommended?
1 of 4 nursing homes in Pico Rivera (25%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Pico Rivera "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 Pico Rivera?
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.