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Alamitos Belmont Health and Rehabilitation

Skilled nursing facility and nursing facility

3901 E Fourth Street
Long Beach, CA 90814

Report Date
Nov 1, 2026
Data Through
Oct 1, 2026
Report ID
VR-CA-056125-2611
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Provider Category
Nursing home
Location
Long Beach, CA
Record Period
2023–2026
Source Documents
10
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01

The Essentials

Summary

Across 8 inspections from November 2023 to January 2026, state surveyors documented 43 findings at Alamitos Belmont Health and Rehabilitation; 43 have a recorded correction; CMS lists 3 enforcement actions in the window.

Inspections
8
2023–2026, standard and complaint
Findings
43
Deficiencies cited by state inspectors
Corrected
43
Of 43 findings, with a recorded correction date
Penalties
3
3 fines; payment not published

Findings by Year

  • Findings
  • Of which, actual harm (level G or above)
2023: 13 findings across 1 inspection1320231 inspection2024: 16 findings across 4 inspections; of which, actual harm (level G or above): 21620244 inspections2025: 2 findings across 2 inspections220252 inspections2026: 12 findings across 1 inspection; of which, actual harm (level G or above): 1122026*1 inspection2023: 13 findings across 1 inspection1320231 insp.2024: 16 findings across 4 inspections; of which, actual harm (level G or above): 21620244 insp.2025: 2 findings across 2 inspections220252 insp.2026: 12 findings across 1 inspection; of which, actual harm (level G or above): 1122026*1 insp.

* Partial year, through October 1, 2026.

Findings by year
YearInspectionsFindingsOf which, actual harm (level G or above)
20231130
20244162
2025220
20261121

What the Record Shows

  • 43 of 43 findings have a recorded correction date.
  • CMS lists 3 enforcement actions in the window: 3 fines totaling $33,017, their payment not published.
  • 5 visits in this window included a complaint investigation. CMS publishes what a complaint investigation cited, not what the complaint alleged.
  • The latest standard inspection, January 30, 2026, recorded 12 findings (most serious: Level J).

What to Ask About

Report at a Glance

Facility
Alamitos Belmont Health and Rehabilitation
Address
3901 E Fourth Street, Long Beach, CA 90814
CMS Certification Number
056125
Provider Type
Skilled nursing facility and nursing facility
Certified Beds
94
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Record Window
November 9, 2023 to October 1, 2026
02

Chronology

Inspection History

Every inspection in the record window, newest first. A finding is a deficiency an inspector cited. CMS publishes what a complaint investigation cited, not what the complaint alleged.

  1. 2026

    Standard health inspection

    12 findings

    • F678Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.Level JImmediate jeopardyCorrected Feb 23, 2026
    • F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Feb 23, 2026
    • F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Feb 23, 2026
    • F867Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Feb 23, 2026
    • F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Feb 23, 2026
    • F887Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Feb 23, 2026
    • F940Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff members.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Feb 23, 2026
    • F605Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Feb 23, 2026
    • F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Feb 23, 2026
    • F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Feb 23, 2026
    • F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Feb 23, 2026
    • F790Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Feb 23, 2026

    Enforcement Action

    Civil money penalty, $16,981 imposed January 30, 2026. CMS publishes the fine, not whether it has been paid. CMS does not tie a penalty to a survey; listed with the standard health inspection of January 30, 2026, the nearest before the penalty date.

    Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  2. 2025

    Complaint investigation

    1 finding

    • F627Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 2, 2026

    Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  3. 2025

    Complaint investigation

    1 finding

    • F627Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 3, 2025

    Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  4. 2024

    Standard health inspection

    11 findings

    • F803Ensure 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.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 12, 2024
    • F804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 12, 2024
    • F805Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 12, 2024
    • F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 12, 2024
    • F814Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 12, 2024
    • F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 12, 2024
    • F580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 12, 2024
    • F644Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 12, 2024
    • F658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 12, 2024
    • F697Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 12, 2024
    • F760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 12, 2024

    Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  5. 2024

    Complaint investigation

    1 finding

    • F688Provide 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.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Apr 25, 2024

    Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  6. 2024

    Complaint investigation

    2 findings

    • F580Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Feb 8, 2024
    • F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Feb 8, 2024

    Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  7. 2024

    Complaint investigation

    2 findings

    • F697Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.Level GActual harmCorrected Feb 9, 2024
    • F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.Level GActual harmCorrected Feb 9, 2024

    Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  8. 2023

    Standard health inspection

    13 findings

    • F759Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 8, 2023
    • F760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 8, 2023
    • F800Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 8, 2023
    • F803Ensure 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.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 8, 2023
    • F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 8, 2023
    • F908Keep all essential equipment working safely.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 8, 2023
    • F554Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 8, 2023
    • F558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 8, 2023
    • F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 8, 2023
    • F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 8, 2023
    • F742Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 8, 2023
    • F806Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 8, 2023
    • F881Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 8, 2023

    Enforcement Action

    Civil money penalty, $8,018 imposed January 17, 2024. CMS publishes the fine, not whether it has been paid. CMS does not tie a penalty to a survey; listed with the standard health inspection of November 9, 2023, the nearest before the penalty date.

    Enforcement Action

    Civil money penalty, $8,018 imposed January 17, 2024. CMS publishes the fine, not whether it has been paid. CMS does not tie a penalty to a survey; listed with the standard health inspection of November 9, 2023, the nearest before the penalty date.

    Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

Severity levels follow the CMS scope and severity grid. A–C: potential for minimal harm. D–F: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. G–I: actual harm. J–L: immediate jeopardy.

03

Context

Patterns Worth Examining

A repeated citation can merit attention, but context and corrective action must be reviewed before drawing a conclusion.

  1. 1

    Infection Control, Cited in Three Inspections

    Inspectors cited F880 in November 2023, November 2024 and January 2026. This citation covers hand hygiene, isolation practice and the home’s infection-prevention program. None rose above level E (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    2324242424252526F880 across all 8 inspections, oldest to newest
  2. 2

    Telling Families About Changes, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F580 in January 2024 and November 2024. This citation covers whether the resident, their doctor and a family member are told promptly about an injury, a decline or another significant change. None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    2324242424252526F580 across all 8 inspections, oldest to newest
  3. 3

    Citation F627, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F627 in June 2025 and December 2025. The agency describes it this way: Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge. None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    2324242424252526F627 across all 8 inspections, oldest to newest
  4. 4

    Care Plans, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F656 in January 2024 and January 2026. This citation covers whether each resident has a written care plan that meets their needs, with goals that can be measured. None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    2324242424252526F656 across all 8 inspections, oldest to newest
  5. 5

    Quality of Care, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F684 in November 2023 and January 2026. This citation covers whether residents receive the treatment their orders, preferences and goals call for. None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    2324242424252526F684 across all 8 inspections, oldest to newest
  6. 6

    Citation F697, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F697 in January 2024 and November 2024. The agency describes it this way: Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. The most serious of these was recorded at level G (actual harm). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    2324242424252526F697 across all 8 inspections, oldest to newest
  7. 7

    Pharmacy Services, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F755 in January 2024 and January 2026. This citation covers pharmacy services and the licensed pharmacist who oversees them. The most serious of these was recorded at level G (actual harm). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    2324242424252526F755 across all 8 inspections, oldest to newest
  8. 8

    Significant Medication Errors, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F760 in November 2023 and November 2024. This citation covers whether residents are free from significant medication errors. None rose above level F (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    2324242424252526F760 across all 8 inspections, oldest to newest
  9. 9

    Citation F803, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F803 in November 2023 and November 2024. The agency describes it this way: 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. None rose above level E (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    2324242424252526F803 across all 8 inspections, oldest to newest
  10. 10

    Kitchen and Food Safety, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F812 in November 2024 and January 2026. This citation covers how food is stored, prepared and served. None rose above level E (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    2324242424252526F812 across all 8 inspections, oldest to newest
04

For Your Next Visit

Questions to Ask on Your Visit

Bring these to the tour. Each one comes from something in the record; the reason is under the question.

  1. 01

    Who leads infection control here, and how often are hand-hygiene and isolation practices audited?

    Infection Control: cited in three inspections, most seriously at level E.

  2. 02

    How quickly will we hear about a fall, an injury or a change in condition, and from whom?

    Telling Families About Changes: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D.

  3. 03

    What changed after F627 was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Citation F627: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D.

  4. 04

    How is a care plan written and reviewed here, and how do families take part in it?

    Care Plans: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D.

  5. 05

    How do nurses make sure a doctor’s orders are carried out, and how are families told when something is missed?

    Quality of Care: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D.

  6. 06

    What changed after F697 was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Citation F697: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level G.

  7. 07

    How often does the consultant pharmacist review each resident’s medications?

    Pharmacy Services: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level G.

  8. 08

    What happened after the medication error citation, and how are high-risk drugs double-checked?

    Significant Medication Errors: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level F.

  9. 09

    What changed after F803 was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Citation F803: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level E.

  10. 10

    May we see the kitchen, and what do your own sanitation checks look like week to week?

    Kitchen and Food Safety: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level E.

  11. 11

    How many nurses and aides are on each shift, including nights and weekends, for the unit we are considering?

    No staffing citation appears in this window. Staffing levels are published separately by CMS and are worth asking about directly.

  12. 12

    What led to the 2026 fine, and has it been paid?

    A $16,981 civil money penalty was imposed January 30, 2026. CMS publishes the fine, not whether it has been paid. The record holds three enforcement actions in the window.

05

The Evidence

Sources and Coverage

Inspection results and penalties are published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services from surveys conducted by the California state survey agency.

  • Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

    California state survey agency

    Inspection Nov 9, 2023 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

  • Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

    California state survey agency

    Inspection Jan 17, 2024 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

  • Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

    California state survey agency

    Inspection Jan 24, 2024 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

  • Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

    California state survey agency

    Inspection Apr 5, 2024 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

  • Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

    California state survey agency

    Inspection Nov 15, 2024 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

  • Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

    California state survey agency

    Inspection Jun 18, 2025 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

  • Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

    California state survey agency

    Inspection Dec 13, 2025 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

  • Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

    California state survey agency

    Inspection Jan 30, 2026 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

  • Penalties, Provider Data Catalog

    Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

    Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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  • Provider Information, Provider Data Catalog

    Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services · 056125

    Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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Coverage

Record windowNovember 9, 2023 – October 1, 2026

  • CMS publishes about three inspection cycles; inspections before November 2023 are not in this release.
  • CMS refreshes these files monthly, after statements of deficiencies are processed, so an inspection from the last two months may not appear yet.

What This Report Cannot Tell You

Complaints not investigated onsite
Allegations screened out by the state before an onsite visit are not published.
Complaint allegations
CMS publishes the deficiencies a complaint survey cited, not the allegation itself.
Facility-reported incidents
Self-reported incidents appear only if they led to an inspection.
Follow-up visits
CMS's files list standard, complaint and infection control surveys, not revisits; a correction date is the one CMS records.
Fire safety inspections
Published by CMS separately and not included in this record yet.
Staffing levels and ownership history
Published by CMS separately and not included in this record.
Whether fines were paid
CMS publishes the fines imposed, not whether or when they were paid.

Historical coverage varies by agency and location. Missing records do not mean that no complaint or violation occurred.

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