Quick answers
- Where is Blythe Post Acute LLC?
- 285 West Chanslor Way, Blythe, CA 92225, in Riverside County, California.
- What is the phone number of Blythe Post Acute LLC?
- (760) 922-8176, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Blythe Post Acute LLC?
- Medicare overall rating: 3 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Blythe Post Acute LLC been fined?
- Medicare lists no fines for Blythe Post Acute LLC.
- What did inspectors find at Blythe Post Acute LLC?
- In its last three inspection cycles (October 17, 2023 to May 14, 2026), Medicare lists 61 health citations; the most serious was level F. See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
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Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (October 17, 2023 to May 14, 2026), Blythe Post Acute LLC had 61 health citations; the most serious was level F (no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm). Medicare lists no fines or payment denials for it in the last three years. Nurse staffing is 3.88 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: February 12, 2026 — 14 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: February 12, 2026 (standard health inspection); May 14, 2026 (complaint investigation).
Show 14 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0755 Level E
“Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.”
F0759 Level E
“Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.”
F0812 Level E
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0848 Level E
“Provide a neutral and fair arbitration process and agree to arbitrator and venue.”
F0600 Level D
“Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.”
F0609 Level D
“Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.”
F0605 Level D
“Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.”
F0636 Level D
“Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.”
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.”
F0658 Level D
“Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.”
F0695 Level D
“Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.”
F0760 Level D
“Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.”
F0814 Level D
“Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.”
F0912 Level B
“Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.”
Previous cycle: February 28, 2025 — 17 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: November 18, 2024 (complaint investigation); February 6, 2025 (complaint investigation); February 28, 2025 (standard health inspection); April 22, 2025 (complaint investigation); June 16, 2025 (complaint investigation); July 8, 2025 (complaint investigation); August 5, 2025 (complaint investigation); August 13, 2025 (complaint investigation).
Show 17 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0802 Level F
“Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.”
F0812 Level F
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0755 Level E
“Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.”
F0912 Level E
“Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.”
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.”
F0728 Level D
“Ensure that nurse aides who have worked more than 4 months, are trained and competent; and nurse aides who have worked less than 4 months are enrolled in appropriate training.”
F0921 Level D
“Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.”
F0684 Level D
“Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.”
F0610 Level D
“Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.”
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.”
F0758 Level D
“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.”
F0759 Level D
“Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.”
F0806 Level D
“Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.”
F0880 Level D
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0684 Level D
“Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.”
F0657 Level D
“Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.”
F0684 Level D
“Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.”
Earlier cycle: February 2, 2024 — 30 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: October 17, 2023 (complaint investigation); November 2, 2023 (complaint investigation); November 9, 2023 (complaint investigation); December 7, 2023 (complaint investigation); February 2, 2024 (complaint investigation); February 2, 2024 (standard health inspection); June 26, 2024 (complaint investigation); July 1, 2024 (complaint investigation); July 2, 2024 (complaint investigation); July 16, 2024 (complaint investigation); September 5, 2024 (complaint investigation); September 25, 2024 (complaint investigation).
Show 30 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0880 Level F
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0684 Level E
“Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.”
F0609 Level E
“Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.”
F0912 Level E
“Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.”
F0584 Level E
“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.”
F0585 Level E
“Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.”
F0686 Level E
“Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.”
F0755 Level E
“Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.”
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.”
F0908 Level E
“Keep all essential equipment working safely.”
F0689 Level E
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
F0925 Level D
“Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.”
F0557 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.”
F0558 Level D
“Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.”
F0684 Level D
“Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.”
F0760 Level D
“Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.”
F0808 Level D
“Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.”
F0559 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.”
F0582 Level D
“Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.”
F0641 Level D
“Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.”
F0727 Level D
“Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.”
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.”
F0760 Level D
“Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.”
F0791 Level D
“Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.”
F0684 Level D
“Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.”
F0921 Level D
“Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.”
F0689 Level D
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
F0684 Level D
“Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.”
F0658 Level D
“Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.”
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 (23)
K0222 Level D
“Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.”
K0353 Level F
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0712 Level F
“Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.”
K0761 Level F
“To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.”
K0161 Level D
“Use approved construction type or materials.”
K0355 Level D
“Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.”
E0006 Level F
“Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.”
E0030 Level F
“List the names and contact information of those in the facility.”
E0039 Level F
“Conduct testing and exercise requirements.”
K0345 Level F
“Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.”
K0352 Level F
“Properly install and monitor supervisory attachments on automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0353 Level F
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0372 Level F
“Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.”
K0918 Level F
“Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.”
K0161 Level D
“Use approved construction type or materials.”
K0211 Level D
“Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.”
K0324 Level D
“Provide properly protected cooking facilities.”
K0355 Level D
“Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.”
K0363 Level D
“Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.”
K0711 Level D
“Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.”
K0741 Level D
“Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.”
K0920 Level D
“Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.”
E0018 Level C
“Establish procedures for tracking staff and patients during an emergency.”
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 | 0.67 | 0.68 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 0.70 | 1.20 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.51 | 2.66 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 3.88 | 4.54 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 3.53 | 4.10 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.57 | 0.52 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 35.8% | 36.6% | 45.3% |
| 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 50 nursing homes: David Johnson.
Owners and managers Medicare lists (2)
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blythe Post Acute LLC | Management company (operational or managerial control) | NOT APPLICABLE | October 27, 2014 |
| Meridian Management Services LLC | Management company (operational or managerial control) | NOT APPLICABLE | November 5, 2014 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Ownership file, data updated October 1, 2026. Only owners with an ownership interest and management companies are shown.
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Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 48 |
| Average residents per day | 48.5 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | For profit – limited liability company |
| Group or chain (affiliated entity) | David Johnson |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 1989-08-01 |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 285 West Chanslor Way, Blythe, CA 92225 |
| County | Riverside County |
| State | California |
| Phone | (760) 922‑8176 |
| CMS Certification Number | 555383 |
| Name in Medicare records | BLYTHE POST ACUTE LLC |
| 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.
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Palo Verde Hospital0.4 mi · Blythe, CA · Critical Access Hospital
- La Paz Regional Hospital28 mi · Parker, AZ · Critical Access Hospital
- Parker Indian Health Center28 mi · Parker, AZ · Critical Access 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