Public Record
Monterey Palms Health Care Center
From CMS
Facility profile
- CMS overall rating
- 4 / 5
- Certified beds
- 99
- Avg. residents per day
- 92.7
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Inspection record
On record from CMS
- Citations on record
- 58
- Inspections on file
- 17
- Last inspection
- 2026-01-29
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Citations
58 citations on record
Each deficiency cited on a CMS health inspection of this facility, sourced from the federal record. Open a report for the raw CMS Scope and Severity grade on each finding.
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.
- 0550Generalpotential for harm
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
- 0842Generalpotential for harm
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
- 0755Generalpotential for harm
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
- 0037Generalno actual harm
Establish staff and initial training requirements.
- 0803Generalpotential for harm
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
- 0804Generalpotential for harm
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
- 0806Generalpotential for harm
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
- 0812Generalpotential for harm
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
- 0814Generalpotential for harm
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
- 0880Generalpotential for harm
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
- 0039Generalno actual harm
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
- 0161Generalpotential for harm
Use approved construction type or materials.
- 0324Generalpotential for harm
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
- 0345Generalpotential for harm
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
- 0346Generalno actual harm
Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours.
- 0352Generalpotential for harm
Properly install and monitor supervisory attachments on automatic sprinkler systems.
- 0354Generalno actual harm
Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.
- 0363Generalpotential for harm
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
- 0912Generalno actual harm
Have power receptacles that are properly grounded.
- 0918Generalpotential for harm
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
- 0656Generalpotential for harm
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
- 0677Generalpotential for harm
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
- 0761Generalpotential for harm
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.
- 0802Generalpotential for harm
Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.
- 0558Generalpotential for harm
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
- 0355Generalpotential for harm
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
- 0324Generalpotential for harm
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
- 0558Generalpotential for harm
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
- 0814Generalpotential for harm
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
- 0600Generalpotential for harm
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
- 0684Generalpotential for harm
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
- 0584Generalpotential for harm
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.
- 0609Generalpotential for harm
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
- 0686Generalpotential for harm
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
- 0039Generalpotential for harm
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
- 0658Generalpotential for harm
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
- 0690Generalpotential for harm
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
- 0761Generalpotential for harm
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.
- 0812Generalpotential for harm
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
- 0100Generalpotential for harm
Meet other general requirements.
- 0161Generalpotential for harm
Use approved construction type or materials.
- 0293Generalpotential for harm
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
- 0345Generalpotential for harm
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
- 0354Generalno actual harm
Follow proper procedures when the automatic sprinkler systems was out of service for more than 10 hours.
- 0363Generalpotential for harm
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
- 0918Generalpotential for harm
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
- 0025Generalno actual harm
Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients.
- 0031Generalno actual harm
Provide emergency officials' contact information.
- 0041Generalno actual harm
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
- 0711Generalpotential for harm
Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.
- 0755Generalpotential for harm
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
- 0757Generalpotential for harm
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
- 0693Generalpotential for harm
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
- 0685Generalpotential for harm
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
- 0684Generalpotential for harm
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
- 0658Generalpotential for harm
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
- 0345Generalpotential for harm
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
- 0161Generalpotential for harm
Use approved construction type or materials.
Inspection history
Every health inspection on record
Each CMS health inspection of this facility, and the deficiencies the surveyors cited. Where the verbatim Form 2567 statement of deficiencies is on file, it links to the full report.
- Inspection1 deficiency
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…
Read full statement of deficiencies - Inspection2 deficiencies
F 0755 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Some Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on…
Read full statement of deficiencies - Inspection21 deficiencies
F 0656 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Few Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based…
Read full statement of deficiencies - View inspection reportInspection21 deficiencies
- View inspection reportInspection1 deficiency
- View inspection reportInspection2 deficiencies
- Inspection1 deficiency
F 0558 Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure the call…
Read full statement of deficiencies - Inspection1 deficiency
F 0814 Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure that two of three trash dumpster lids were securely closed. Residents Affected - Few This failure had the…
Read full statement of deficiencies - Inspection1 deficiency
F 0600 Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm Residents Affected - Few Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based…
Read full statement of deficiencies - Inspection1 deficiency
F 0684 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Level of Harm - Minimal harm or potential for actual harm **NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on interview and record review, the facility failed to…
Read full statement of deficiencies
Showing the 10 most recent inspections. 7 earlier inspections are also on record.
FAQ
Questions and answers
- What is Monterey Palms Health Care Center?
- Monterey Palms Health Care Center is a Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing home in Palm Desert, CA, tracked by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Its CMS Certification Number (CCN) is 555403.
- What is the CMS rating for Monterey Palms Health Care Center?
- Monterey Palms Health Care Center has a CMS overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars. CMS rates nursing homes on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
- How many beds does Monterey Palms Health Care Center have?
- Monterey Palms Health Care Center is certified for 99 beds. It serves an average of 92.7 residents per day.
- How many citations does Monterey Palms Health Care Center have?
- Monterey Palms Health Care Center has 58 citations on record from CMS health inspections, each tied to a federal deficiency tag.
- When was Monterey Palms Health Care Center last inspected?
- Monterey Palms Health Care Center was last inspected on January 29, 2026. CMS surveys nursing homes about once a year and after complaints.
- What can I do if I have concerns about care at this facility?
- Start by raising the concern with the facility administrator or director of nursing. Every state also runs a free long-term care ombudsman program that advocates for residents and families; the federal Eldercare Locator at eldercare.acl.gov can connect you with yours. Complaints about quality of care can also be filed with your state survey agency.
*Sourced from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). See the official record on CMS Care Compare. If you believe any information is inaccurate, report it here.
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