Quick answers
- Where is Clear View Sanitarium?
- 15823 So. Western Ave., Gardena, CA 90247, in Los Angeles County, California.
- What is the phone number of Clear View Sanitarium?
- (310) 538-2323, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Clear View Sanitarium?
- Medicare overall rating: 5 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Clear View Sanitarium been fined?
- Medicare lists no fines for Clear View Sanitarium.
- What did inspectors find at Clear View Sanitarium?
- In its last three inspection cycles (November 9, 2023 to August 18, 2026), Medicare lists 16 health citations; the most serious was level E. 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 (November 9, 2023 to August 18, 2026), Clear View Sanitarium had 16 health citations; the most serious was level E (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 4.28 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 27, 2026 — 10 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: February 27, 2026 (standard health inspection); August 18, 2026 (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.”
F0607 Level D
“Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.”
F0609 Level D
“Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.”
F0628 Level D
“Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.”
F0638 Level D
“Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.”
F0641 Level D
“Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.”
F0644 Level D
“Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.”
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.”
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.”
F0814 Level B
“Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.”
Previous cycle: November 15, 2024 — 5 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: November 15, 2024 (standard health inspection).
Show 5 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0644 Level D
“Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.”
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.”
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.”
F0812 Level D
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0814 Level D
“Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.”
Earlier cycle: November 9, 2023 — 1 health citation
Inspections in this cycle: November 9, 2023 (standard health inspection).
Show 1 citation (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.”
Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.
Full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare →
Fire safety citations (2)
K0353 Level D
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0355 Level D
“Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.”
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 | 0.49 | 0.68 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 0.63 | 1.20 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 3.15 | 2.66 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 4.28 | 4.54 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 3.91 | 4.10 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.38 | 0.52 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 32.4% | 36.6% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 37.5% | 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
Legal business name: Clear View Sanitarium, Inc..
Owners and managers Medicare lists (2)
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Towns, Jeffrey | Direct owner | 50% | June 11, 2011 |
| Towns, Mark | Direct owner | 50% | June 11, 2011 |
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 | 73 |
| Average residents per day | 70.5 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | For profit – corporation |
| Legal business name | Clear View Sanitarium, Inc. |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 2012-11-28 |
| Resident and family councils | Resident and family councils |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 15823 So. Western Ave., Gardena, CA 90247 |
| County | Los Angeles County |
| State | California |
| Phone | (310) 538‑2323 |
| CMS Certification Number | 555881 |
| Name in Medicare records | CLEAR VIEW SANITARIUM |
| 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).
- Clear View Convalescent Center0.0 mi · Gardena, CA · 5 of 5 stars
- Memorial Hospital of Gardena D/P SNF0.3 mi · Gardena, CA · 4 of 5 stars
- Kei-Ai South Bay Healthcare Center0.7 mi · Gardena, CA · 2 of 5 stars
- Gardena Convalescent Center0.8 mi · Gardena, CA · 3 of 5 stars
- Rosecrans Care Center1.1 mi · Gardena, CA · 3 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Memorial Hospital of Gardena0.4 mi · Gardena, CA · Acute Care Hospital
- Lac/Harbor-Ucla Medical Center3.9 mi · Torrance, CA · Acute Care Hospital
- Martin Luther King, Jr. Community Hospital4.0 mi · Los Angeles, CA · Acute Care 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