Quick answers
- Where is Alta View Post Acute?
- 831 S Lake Street, Los Angeles, CA 90057, in Los Angeles County, California.
- What is the phone number of Alta View Post Acute?
- (213) 380-9175, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Alta View Post Acute?
- Medicare overall rating: 1 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Alta View Post Acute been fined?
- Medicare lists 1 fine totaling $163,566 and 1 payment denial.
- What did inspectors find at Alta View Post Acute?
- In its last three inspection cycles (October 22, 2023 to June 16, 2026), Medicare lists 51 health citations; the most serious was level J. 3 were level G or higher (actual harm or immediate jeopardy). See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
Medicare ratings, explained
Star ratings are one piece of information. Visit, ask questions and talk with your doctor about what matters for your care.
Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (October 22, 2023 to June 16, 2026), Alta View Post Acute had 51 health citations; the most serious was level J (immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety). 3 of them were level G or higher (actual harm or immediate jeopardy). It was fined $163,566 in total (1 fine, the latest on October 22, 2023) and had 1 Medicare payment denial. Nurse staffing is 4.29 hours per resident per day; the California average is 4.54 and the national average is 3.90.
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Data Catalog, data updated October 1, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026.
Inspection history: last three cycles
State inspectors visit about once a year and also investigate complaints. Each citation (deficiency) has a tag number and a letter, A to L. The letter shows how serious the problem was and how many residents it affected.
What the letters A to L mean
| Seriousness | Isolated (a few residents) | Pattern (some) | Widespread (many) |
|---|---|---|---|
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | D | E | F |
| Actual harm to residents | G | H | I |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
Source: the scope and severity grid Medicare (CMS) uses for nursing home citations.
Most recent cycle: August 21, 2025 — 24 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: August 21, 2025 (standard health inspection); December 5, 2025 (complaint investigation); March 6, 2026 (complaint investigation); April 8, 2026 (complaint investigation); April 30, 2026 (complaint investigation); June 16, 2026 (complaint investigation).
Show 24 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0812 Level F
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0908 Level F
“Keep all essential equipment working safely.”
F0582 Level E
“Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.”
F0605 Level E
“Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.”
F0686 Level E
“Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.”
F0692 Level E
“Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.”
F0880 Level E
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0887 Level E
“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.”
F0740 Level D
“Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.”
F0880 Level D
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0842 Level D
“Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.”
F0627 Level D
“Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.”
F0627 Level D
“Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.”
F0558 Level D
“Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.”
F0580 Level D
“Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.”
F0584 Level D
“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.”
F0636 Level D
“Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.”
F0641 Level D
“Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.”
F0656 Level D
“Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.”
F0755 Level D
“Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.”
F0761 Level D
“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.”
F0881 Level D
“Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.”
F0883 Level D
“Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.”
F0947 Level D
“Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.”
Previous cycle: August 15, 2024 — 10 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: August 15, 2024 (standard health inspection); November 20, 2024 (complaint investigation); January 13, 2025 (complaint investigation); July 31, 2025 (complaint investigation).
Show 10 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0812 Level E
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0557 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.”
F0656 Level D
“Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.”
F0694 Level D
“Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.”
F0580 Level D
“Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.”
F0842 Level D
“Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.”
F0641 Level D
“Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.”
F0695 Level D
“Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.”
F0755 Level D
“Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.”
F0791 Level D
“Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.”
Earlier cycle: March 21, 2024 — 17 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: October 22, 2023 (complaint investigation); November 17, 2023 (complaint investigation); November 30, 2023 (complaint investigation); January 17, 2024 (complaint investigation); March 21, 2024 (standard health inspection).
F0689 Level J
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety; isolated (a few residents) · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
F0600 Level G
“Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.”
actual harm to residents; isolated (a few residents) · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
F0689 Level G
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
actual harm to residents; isolated (a few residents) · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Show 14 less serious citations (levels A to F)
F0656 Level E
“Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.”
F0758 Level E
“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.”
F0802 Level E
“Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.”
F0812 Level E
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0925 Level E
“Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.”
F0550 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.”
F0641 Level D
“Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.”
F0676 Level D
“Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.”
F0755 Level D
“Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.”
F0756 Level D
“Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.”
F0880 Level D
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0602 Level D
“Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.”
F0761 Level D
“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.”
F0880 Level D
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.
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Fire safety citations (16)
K0345 Level F
“Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.”
K0712 Level F
“Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.”
K0351 Level D
“Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.”
K0511 Level D
“Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.”
K0331 Level D
“Construct fire resistant interior walls.”
K0353 Level D
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0741 Level D
“Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.”
K0923 Level D
“Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.”
K0341 Level E
“Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.”
K0351 Level E
“Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.”
K0511 Level E
“Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.”
K0920 Level E
“Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.”
K0111 Level D
“Satisfy building requirements after a repair, renovation, modification, or change of user/occupancy.”
K0343 Level D
“Have a fire alarm with audible and visual signals that transmits the alarm automatically to notify emergency forces in event of fire.”
K0355 Level D
“Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.”
K0363 Level D
“Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.”
Fines and payment denials
Total fines over about the last three years: $163,566 (1 fine). A payment denial means Medicare stopped paying for new admissions for a time.
| Date | Penalty | Amount or length |
|---|---|---|
| October 22, 2023 | Fine | $163,566 |
| October 22, 2023 | Payment denial | from November 18, 2023, 64 days |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Penalties file, data updated October 1, 2026.
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from the payroll records nursing homes send to Medicare, next to the state and national averages.
| Measure | This home | California | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.46 | 0.68 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 1.23 | 1.20 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.60 | 2.66 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 4.29 | 4.54 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 3.94 | 4.10 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.30 | 0.52 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 41.9% | 36.6% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 45.5% | 37.8% | 42.5% |
| Administrators who left in the last year | 0.0 | 0.4 | 0.5 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Owners and operator
Part of a group of 9 nursing homes: West Harbor Healthcare.
Legal business name: Topanga Beach Holdings LLC.
Owners and managers Medicare lists (4)
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Harbor Healthcare LLC | Direct owner | 100% | March 1, 2023 |
| Galbasini, Kevin | Indirect owner | 40% | March 1, 2023 |
| Gill, Daniel | Indirect owner | 40% | March 1, 2023 |
| Rosenhan, Cameron | Indirect owner | 20% | March 1, 2023 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Ownership file, data updated October 1, 2026. Only owners with an ownership interest and management companies are shown.
Compare with other nursing homes
Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 99 |
| Average residents per day | 91.1 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | For profit – limited liability company |
| Group or chain (affiliated entity) | West Harbor Healthcare |
| Legal business name | Topanga Beach Holdings LLC |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 1969-06-04 |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 831 S Lake Street, Los Angeles, CA 90057 |
| County | Los Angeles County |
| State | California |
| Phone | (213) 380‑9175 |
| CMS Certification Number | 056078 |
| Name in Medicare records | ALTA VIEW POST ACUTE |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
What to ask when you call or visit
A general checklist for any nursing home, not advice about this one. Medicare also publishes guides on medicare.gov.
- Is the home certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid, and does it have a bed for the care you need (short-term rehab or long-term care)?
- Can you see the latest state inspection report? Ask how any problems found were fixed.
- How many nurses and aides work on each shift, at night and on weekends? Is there a registered nurse on site at all times?
- Which doctors see residents, and how often? What happens in a medical emergency, and which hospital is used?
- What therapy (physical, occupational, speech) is offered, and how many days a week?
- Are residents clean, dressed and taking part in activities? Do staff speak to them kindly and answer call lights quickly?
- What do the daily rate and extra services cost, and what do Medicare, Medicaid or your insurance pay? Ask for it in writing.
- Is there a resident council and a family council? How are complaints handled? Ask for the long-term care ombudsman’s contact.
- Are meals appetizing, and can the home meet special diets, language needs and religious or cultural preferences?
- Visit more than once, including at a mealtime or in the evening, without an appointment.
Other nursing homes nearby
By straight-line distance (not driving distance).
- California Post Acute0.0 mi · Los Angeles, CA · 2 of 5 stars
- Grand Park Convalescent Hospital0.1 mi · Los Angeles, CA · 3 of 5 stars
- Olympia Convalescent Hospital0.3 mi · Los Angeles, CA · 2 of 5 stars
- Alvarado Care Center0.3 mi · Los Angeles, CA · 2 of 5 stars
- Alden Terrace Convalescent Hospital0.4 mi · Los Angeles, CA · 5 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- California Hospital Medical Center LA1.5 mi · Los Angeles, CA · Acute Care Hospital
- Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center2.9 mi · Los Angeles, CA · Acute Care Hospital
- Children's Hospital of Los Angeles3.1 mi · Los Angeles, CA · Children's Hospital
Sources
- Provider Information — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare profile of this provider
- Health Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Fire Safety Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Penalties — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Ownership — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- State US Averages — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Survey Summary — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Citation Code Look-up — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Inspection Dates — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13