Inspection visit
Inspection
Citations
4 citations recorded*CMS
What do CMS severity letters mean?
Serious (G-L). Actual harm to a resident, or immediate jeopardy. Codes G through I indicate actual harm; J through L indicate immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety.
General (A-F). No actual harm found, or harm that is minimal. The facility must still submit a Plan of Correction. Most CMS citations land here.
Each letter combines severity with scope: how many residents the deficiency affected.
F684 - Quality of care
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
F692 - Assisted nutrition and hydration
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
F806 - Food and drink
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
F812 - Food safety requirements
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
FAQ · About this visit
Common questions about this visit
What happened during the March 12, 2026 survey of LAKE BALBOA CARE CENTER?
This was a inspection survey of LAKE BALBOA CARE CENTER on March 12, 2026. The surveyor cited 4 deficiencies, recorded on the federal Form 2567 statement of deficiencies.
Were any deficiencies cited at LAKE BALBOA CARE CENTER on March 12, 2026?
Yes, 4 deficiencies were cited, each with a CMS Scope and Severity grade. The first was: "Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals."
What type of survey was this?
This was a inspection survey conducted by state surveyors under federal Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) oversight. Findings are published on CMS Care Compare.
SourceView on CMS Care Compare
Next steps
Concerned about a resident’s care?Find your local ombudsman through the Eldercare Locatoror file a complaint with your state survey agency.
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