Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Sherman Oaks, California
1 of 2 nursing homes in Sherman Oaks (50%) meet our strict criteria. The California statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 0 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
2.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
142
across 2 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$0 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/2
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Sherman Oaks, California, is limited with only 2 facilities available, of which only 1 is recommended. Families should be aware that while the top facility, Sherman Oaks Hospital SNF DP, holds a respectable 4-star rating, there is one facility to avoid due to its fines.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 1 SHERMAN OAKS HOSPITAL SNF DP (75) — Sherman Oaks Hospital SNF DP stands out with a solid CMS 4★ rating and a Trust Score of 75/100. The facility maintains a Grade B and has a commendable history with $0 fines, showcasing its commitment to quality care in a corporate setting. With only 22 beds, residents benefit from personalized attention and dedicated staff.
The other 1 Sherman Oaks facility didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings.
Recommended
Sherman Oaks Hospital SNF DP stands out with a solid CMS 4★ rating and a Trust Score of 75/100. The facility maintains a Grade B and has a commendable history with $0 fines, showcasing its commitment to quality care in a corporate setting. With only 22 beds, residents benefit from personalized attention and dedicated staff.
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Sherman Oaks Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 4 stars | 2.5 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 1?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
Questions Sherman Oaks 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?"
Sherman Oaks's city average is 2.5 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
0 of 2 Sherman Oaks facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Sherman Oaks avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Sherman Oaks 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 Sherman Oaks, CA are recommended?
1 of 2 nursing homes in Sherman Oaks (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Sherman Oaks "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 Sherman Oaks?
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.