Nursing homes › California › Briarcrest Nursing Center
5648 East Gotham Street, Bell Gardens, CA 90201 · 5629272641 · 135 certified beds
Per CMS filings, this facility is affiliated with Cambridge Healthcare Services, a group operating 32 facilities in 1 states. Group record: average rating 2.5/5, 1 abuse citation icons, 1 facilities on the Special Focus list, $1,091,988 in federal fines. This facility rates below its group average (2.5/5).
Total nurse staffing: 4.41 (California median: 4.24). RN hours: 0.58. Weekend total: 4.10. Nursing staff turnover: 43%.
All-time on record: 103 deficiency citations, including 6 at immediate-jeopardy level. Below: citations from 2023 onward (severity letters explained in methodology).
| Survey date | Deficiency | Sev. | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-19 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | complaint | corrected 2026-06-04 |
| 2026-04-01 | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. | D | complaint | corrected 2026-04-17 |
| 2026-03-26 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | D | complaint | corrected 2026-04-17 |
| 2026-03-26 | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. | D | complaint | corrected 2026-04-17 |
| 2026-03-26 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D | complaint | corrected 2026-04-17 |
| 2026-01-21 | Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. | D | complaint | corrected 2026-02-13 |
| 2026-01-21 | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. | D | complaint | corrected 2026-02-13 |
| 2026-01-21 | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities | D | complaint | corrected 2026-02-13 |
| 2026-01-21 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | complaint | corrected 2026-02-13 |
| 2026-01-21 | Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. | D | complaint | corrected 2026-02-13 |
| 2026-01-05 | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. | D | complaint | corrected 2026-01-30 |
| 2026-01-05 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | D | complaint | corrected 2026-01-30 |
| 2026-01-05 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | complaint | corrected 2026-01-30 |
| 2025-11-14 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D | complaint | corrected 2025-12-10 |
| 2025-11-14 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | D | complaint | corrected 2025-12-10 |
| 2025-11-14 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | complaint | corrected 2025-12-10 |
| 2025-08-19 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D | complaint | corrected 2025-09-15 |
| 2025-08-07 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | complaint | corrected 2025-08-27 |
| 2025-06-25 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | complaint | corrected 2025-07-14 |
| 2025-05-24 | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. | D | complaint | corrected 2025-06-10 |
| 2025-05-22 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E | complaint | corrected 2025-06-05 |
| 2025-05-06 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D | complaint | corrected 2025-05-20 |
| 2025-04-21 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | complaint | corrected 2025-05-09 |
| 2025-03-13 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | G | Health | corrected 2025-04-10 |
| 2025-03-13 | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. | F | Health | corrected 2025-04-10 |
| 2025-03-13 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | F | Health | corrected 2025-04-10 |
| 2025-03-13 | Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. | D | Health | corrected 2025-04-10 |
| 2025-03-13 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | D | Health | corrected 2025-04-10 |
| 2025-03-13 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | D | Health | corrected 2025-04-10 |
| 2025-03-13 | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities | D | Health | corrected 2025-04-10 |
| 2025-03-13 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | Health | corrected 2025-04-10 |
| 2025-03-13 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Health | corrected 2025-04-10 |
| 2025-03-13 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | D | Health | corrected 2025-04-10 |
| 2025-03-13 | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. | D | Health | corrected 2025-04-10 |
| 2025-03-13 | Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed. | D | Health | corrected 2025-04-10 |
| 2025-03-13 | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. | D | Health | corrected 2025-04-10 |
| 2025-03-13 | Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services. | D | Health | corrected 2025-04-10 |
| 2025-03-13 | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. | D | Health | corrected 2025-04-10 |
| 2025-03-01 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | J | complaint | corrected 2025-04-28 |
| 2025-02-06 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | complaint | corrected 2025-02-25 |
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-03-01 | Fine | $44,623 |
| 2025-03-01 | Payment Denial | 18 days payment denial |
| 2024-06-25 | Fine | $34,061 |
| 2024-06-25 | Payment Denial | 47 days payment denial |
| Name | Role | Type | % | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WIN WIN ENTERPRISES, LLC | 5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest | Organization | 40% | since 12/10/2002 |
| BH ALLIANCE | Direct Ownership Interest | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | since 12/10/2002 |
| MANHATTAN FIVE PARTNERS LLC | Direct Ownership Interest | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | since 12/10/2002 |
| MISSION INVESTMENTS, INC. | Direct Ownership Interest | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | since 03/04/2024 |
| KRIEGER, LEO | Direct Ownership Interest | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 12/10/2002 |
| LAZAR, MARK | Direct Ownership Interest | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 12/10/2002 |
| WINTNER, DANIEL | Direct Ownership Interest | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 12/10/2002 |
| WINTNER, JACOB | Indirect Ownership Interest | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 12/10/2002 |
| GURON, JOEL | Managing Control - Governing Body | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 08/30/2024 |
| KUIZON, KRISTINA | Managing Control - Governing Body | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 04/01/2025 |
| SMEDRA, IRA | Corporate Officer | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 12/10/2002 |
| WINTNER, JACOB | Corporate Officer | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 12/10/2002 |
| CAMBRIDGE HEALTHCARE SERVICES LLC | Operational/Managerial Control | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | since 06/11/2018 |
| PROFESSIONAL DIRECTIONS FOR HEALTH CARE | Operational/Managerial Control | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | since 05/23/2013 |
| BUENO, LIBERTY | Operational/Managerial Control | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 06/04/2025 |
| BUTENKO, JULIE | Operational/Managerial Control | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 07/24/2023 |
| CAPELA, HEIDI | Operational/Managerial Control | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 04/03/2023 |
| GURON, JOEL | Operational/Managerial Control | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 08/30/2024 |
| HASSELL, LANCE | Operational/Managerial Control | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 04/25/2022 |
| JOHNSONBAUGH, JUNE | Operational/Managerial Control | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 04/23/2024 |
| KUIZON, KRISTINA | Operational/Managerial Control | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 04/01/2025 |
| LUTZ, LINDA | Operational/Managerial Control | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 02/01/2012 |
| PALANA, CESAR | Operational/Managerial Control | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 06/02/2025 |
| SALAZAR, PAULINA | Operational/Managerial Control | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 12/14/2020 |
| SMEDRA, IRA | Operational/Managerial Control | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | since 12/10/2002 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog (July 2026 release) — provider file, deficiency file, ownership file, penalty file. CCN 056220. Corrections: data@carerecords.org.