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Inspection visit

Health inspection

MIRACLE MILE HEALTHCARE CENTER, LLCCMS #5551392 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

This survey cited 2 deficiencies. The full statement and the facility’s plan of correction follow, verbatim from the federal record.

555139 03/05/2025 Miracle Mile Healthcare Center, LLC 1020 South Fairfax Ave Los Angeles, CA 90019
F 0550 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Few Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to honor one of the four sampled residents (Resident 3) rights to be seen by a physician by failing to arrange reliable transportation for Resident 3. This deficient practice resulted in Resident 3 missing his appointment on 3/4/2025. Findings: During a review of the admission record for Resident 3 indicated Resident 3 was initially admitted to the facility on [DATE] and was readmitted on [DATE] with diagnoses including depression (a common mental health condition characterized by a persistent low mood, loss of interest or pleasure in activities, and other symptoms that can significantly impact daily life), alcohol abuse (drinking in a manner, situation, amount, or frequency that could cause harm), and insomnia (trouble falling asleep or staying asleep) . During a review of a history and physical (a term used to describe a physician's examination of a patient. In an H&P, the physician obtains a thorough medical history from the patient, performs a physical examination, and then documents their findings) for Resident 4 dated 2/12/2025 indicated, Resident 4 did not have the capacity to understand and make decisions. During a review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS – a resident assessment tool) dated 2/13/2025, indicated Resident 3 was cognitively intact (sufficient judgment, planning, organization, self-control, and the persistence needed to manage the normal demands of the participant's environment). The same MDS indicated Resident 3 was independent for all Activities of Daily Living such as: (ADLs- routine tasks/activities such as eating, oral hygiene, toileting hygiene, personal hygiene, lower/upper body dressing, putting on/taking off footwear). During an interview with Resident 3 on 3/5/2025 at 10:20 am, Resident 3 stated that he had scheduled an appointment with his Primary Medical Doctor (PMD) for 3/4/2025 at 11 am and notified the facility staff two weeks prior. Resident 3 stated that the facility staff confirmed that they had transportation arranged to take him (Resident 3) to the appointment. Resident 3 stated that the transport arranged by the facility arrived at 11:15 am. Resident 3 stated that the appointment was cancelled. During an interview with the Director of Social Services (DSS), on 3/5/25 at 11:12 am, the DSS stated that Resident 3 had notified facility staff about his (Resident 3) 3/4/2025 appointment about two weeks prior. DSS stated that transportation was arranged through Resident 3 ' s insurance for 3/4/2025 a pick up time 10 am. The DSS stated on the 3/4/2025 around 10:30 am, she (DSS) noticed that Page 1 of 4 555139 555139 03/05/2025 Miracle Mile Healthcare Center, LLC 1020 South Fairfax Ave Los Angeles, CA 90019
F 0550 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Resident 3 was still in the facility and was prompted to call the transportation company for the Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA). DSS stated the insurance informed her that transportation had been cancelled. The insurance arranged through a different company that arrived at the facility at 11:15 am. The DSS admitted that the transportation issues could have been avoided had the facility staff called at least one or two days before the appointment. Residents Affected - Few During a review of the facility's policy and procedures (P&P) titled, Resident Rights, revised 1/25/2025, the P&P indicated, Employees shall treat all residents with kindness, respect, and dignity. The same P&P indicated under policy interpretation and implementation including the following: Federal and state laws guarantee certain basic rights to all residents of this facility. These rights include the resident's right to: - Be supported by the facility in exercising his or her rights. - Be informed of, and participate in, his or her care planning and treatment. - Choose an attending physician and participate in decision-making regarding his or her care. 555139 Page 2 of 4 555139 03/05/2025 Miracle Mile Healthcare Center, LLC 1020 South Fairfax Ave Los Angeles, CA 90019
F 0912 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Few Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms. **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to ensure that one of the four sampled residents (Resident 4) who was cognitively impaired was provided at least 80 square feet (sq. ft. -unit of measurement for space) per resident in multiple resident bedrooms. This deficient practice had the potential to negatively impact Resident 4 ' s well-being by reducing privacy and dignity. Findings: 1. During a review of the admission record for Resident 4 indicated Resident 4 was initially admitted to the facility on [DATE] and was readmitted on [DATE] with diagnoses including Parkinson ' s disease (a progressive disease of the nervous system marked by tremor, muscular rigidity, and slow, imprecise movements), dementia (a progressive state of decline in mental abilities), and diabetes mellitus (DM-a disorder characterized by difficulty in blood sugar control and poor wound healing). During a review of Resident 4's History and Physical (H&P, a term used to describe a physician's examination of a patient, the physician obtains a thorough medical history from the patient, performs a physical examination, and then documents their findings) dated 2/12/2025, the H&P indicated, Resident 4 did not have the capacity to understand and make decisions. During a review of the Minimum Data Set (MDS – a resident assessment tool) dated 2/14/2025, indicated Resident 4 had moderate cognitive impairment (a stage of cognitive decline that affects short-term memory and the ability to complete complex tasks). The same MDS indicated Resident 4 was dependent for all Activities of Daily Living such as: (ADLs- routine tasks/activities such as eating, oral hygiene, toileting hygiene, shower/bathe self, personal hygiene, lower/upper body dressing, putting on/taking off footwear). During an observation of Resident 4 ' s room which is a semiprivate room on 3/5/2025 at 10:50 am, the room was close to the door and was separated from Resident 2 ' s bed by the privacy curtains which flowed towards Resident 4 ' s bed due to Resident 2 ' s belongings that were placed in the space for Resident 4. The room appeared small and could not accommodate a bedside table at the bedside for Resident 4. Resident 4 ' s wheelchair was observed at the foot of Resident bed. During a concurrent observation and interview with the Maintenance Director (MD) of Resident 2 and 4 ' s room on 3/5/25 at 1:35 pm, the MD admitted that Resident 4 ' s room appeared small due to Resident 2 ' s belongings that spread across to Resident 4 ' s side. The MD stated that residents in a multiple bed room are required to have at least 80 sq. ft of living space. The MD measured Resident 4 ' s livable space measured at 48.44 sq. ft. 2. During a review of the admission record for Resident 2 indicated Resident 2 was admitted to the facility on [DATE] with diagnoses including hypothyroidism (a condition where the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormones), Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD-a chronic lung disease causing difficulty in breathing), and major depressive disorder (a mood disorder that causes a persistent feeling of sadness and loss of interest). 555139 Page 3 of 4 555139 03/05/2025 Miracle Mile Healthcare Center, LLC 1020 South Fairfax Ave Los Angeles, CA 90019
F 0912 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Few During a review of Resident 2 ' s H&P dated 2/20/2024 indicated, Resident 2 had the capacity to understand and make decisions. During a review of Resident 2 ' s MDS dated [DATE], indicated Resident 2 was cognitively intact (sufficient judgment, planning, organization, self-control, and the persistence needed to manage the normal demands of the participant's environment). The same MDS indicated Resident 2 required between setup or clean-up and supervision or touching assistance for all ADLs. During a review of the facility ' s client accommodations analysis list with the MD on 3/5/2025 at 1:40 pm, the facility ' s client accommodations analysis list indicated the measurements of the facility resident room indicated that Resident 2 and 4 ' s room measured at 164.47 sq. ft. which would allow each resident to have 82.24 sq. ft. of livable space. The MD admitted that privacy and safety could be compromised resulting in falls because the space was under what was recommended for Resident 4. During an interview with the Facility Administrator (FA) on 3/5/25 at 1:39 pm, the FA confirmed that Resident 2 ' s belongings were cluttered around her room and extended across over to Resident 4 ' s side of the room. The FA admitted that admitted that the potential effect of not having enough space could result in reduced privacy, dignity and safety. During a review of the facility's policy and procedures (P&P) titled, Quality of Life - Homelike Environment, revised 1/25/2025, the P&P indicated, Residents are provided with a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment and encouraged to use their personal belongings to the extent possible. The same P&P indicated under policy interpretation and implementation that the facility staff shall reflect homelike characteristics which will include a clean, sanitary, and orderly environment. According to the federal regulation §483.90(e)(1)(ii), the minimum square footage for a two bedroom is at least 160 sq. ft and three bedroom is at least 240 sq. ft. 555139 Page 4 of 4

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Citations

2 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.

  • 0550GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F550 - Resident Rights

    Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

  • 0912GeneralS&S Dpotential for harm

    F912 - Measure at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple resident

    Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the March 5, 2025 survey of MIRACLE MILE HEALTHCARE CENTER, LLC?

This was a inspection survey of MIRACLE MILE HEALTHCARE CENTER, LLC on March 5, 2025. The surveyor cited 2 deficiencies, recorded on the federal Form 2567 statement of deficiencies.

Were any deficiencies cited at MIRACLE MILE HEALTHCARE CENTER, LLC on March 5, 2025?

Yes, 2 deficiencies were cited, each with a CMS Scope and Severity grade. The first was: "Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her right..."

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.

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