Comprehensive Review: Hollywood Premier Healthcare Center

• Facility Overview

• Services and Care Options
  • Medical and Rehabilitation Services
  • Support Services
• Amenities and Living Environment
• Daily Activities and Resident Engagement
  
  Hollywood Premier offers daily activities including social outings, musical performances, card games, art classes, exercise sessions, and educational lectures. The facility provides structured programming as required by Medicare and Medicaid standards. Specific details about fitness classes and special events are limited.
• Quality Metrics and Ratings
• Staffing and Management
• Resident Testimonials and Experiences
  • Positive Aspects Mentioned:
  • Areas of Concern:
• Pricing and Financial Information
• Regulatory Compliance and Issues
• Proximity to Medical Facilities
• Comparison to Other Facilities
• Unique Features and Programs
• Conclusion and Recommendations
  • Strengths:
  • Areas for Improvement:
  • Recommendations for Prospective Residents:

Facility overview

Hollywood Premier Healthcare Center is a skilled nursing facility at 5401 Fountain Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90029. It is Medicare and Medicaid certified and licensed as a Long Term Care Facility/Skilled Nursing Facility with 99 licensed beds. The facility has been a Medicaid provider since 1975.

Services and care options

Hollywood Premier Healthcare Center offers the following services:

Medical and rehabilitation services

• Skilled nursing care
• Physical and occupational therapy
• Medical equipment provision
• Pain management groups
• Wound care program
• Diabetic care management
• IV therapy with specialized nurses
• Rehabilitation services for post-hospital recovery

Support services

• Daily activities and specialized programming
• Hospice care support
• Long-term care for residents with chronic conditions

Amenities and living environment

The facility offers outdoor areas, an activity center, and communal spaces for gatherings. Parts of the facility have been recently remodeled.

Daily activities and resident engagement

The facility provides social outings to local attractions, musical performances, structured daily activities as required by Medicare and Medicaid standards, and various social and recreational programs including card games, art classes, exercise sessions, and educational lectures. Specific details about educational programs, fitness classes, and special events are not readily available.

Quality metrics and ratings

Hollywood Premier Healthcare Center has received mixed ratings from regulatory bodies:

• Overall Medicare rating: 2-3 out of 5 stars (average to below average)
• Quality measures: 4 out of 5 stars (excellent)
• Staff rating: 3 out of 5 stars (average)
• Health inspection: 2 out of 5 stars (below average)

The facility provides 4.2 hours of nursing care per resident daily: 1.6 hours with licensed nurses (0.3 hours by RNs and 1.3 hours by LPNs) and 2.7 hours with nurse aides. This is slightly below the local average of 4.4 total nursing hours per resident.

Staffing and management

The facility has a nursing staff turnover rate of 23%, which is lower than the local average of 39.7%. However, the registered nurse turnover rate is 57%, higher than the local average of 40.3%. There have been no administrator changes reported in the last period. Resident testimonials mention concerns about staff responsiveness and language barriers, though some residents praise certain staff members for excellent care.

Resident testimonials and experiences

Feedback from residents and families is mixed.

Positive aspects mentioned:

• Some nurses provide excellent care
• Satisfaction with meeting basic needs (meals, laundry, rehabilitation)
• Helpful front desk staff and social workers
• Good response to queries and assistance with doctor appointments

• Positive rehabilitation services (occupational and physical therapy)
• Recent remodeling efforts have improved the facility

Areas of concern:

• Maintenance issues including poorly maintained showers and broken beds
• Safety concerns such as exposed wires
• Food quality issues reported by some residents
• Perceived inattentiveness from some staff members
• Language barriers affecting communication
• Staffing levels sometimes inadequate to provide timely assistance

Pricing and financial information

Hollywood Premier Healthcare Center accepts both Medicare and Medicaid. For current pricing information, contact the facility directly at (323) 465-2106.

Regulatory compliance and issues

The facility has experienced some regulatory challenges, including 24 facility-reported incidents (significantly higher than the local average of 7.1) and 4 infection control citations (higher than the local average of 1.3). One fine totaling $9,934 was assessed, which is lower than the local average fine of $34,856.

• Inspection reports cite issues in several areas: medication error rates, medication storage and handling, infection prevention and control, food procurement and handling, resident rights related to maintaining a safe and clean environment, behavioral health care, and implementation of complete care plans.

Proximity to medical facilities

The facility is near several hospitals: Hollywood Presbyterian Medical Center (1.0 mile), Children's Hospital of Los Angeles (1.0 mile), and Southern California Hospital at Hollywood (1.0 mile). This proximity is useful for residents who need specialized care or emergency services.

Comparison to other facilities

Compared to other nursing homes in the Los Angeles area: Hollywood Premier's overall rating (2-3 out of 5) is slightly above the local average of 2.7. Its quality measures rating (4 out of 5) is better than the local average of 3.9. Its health inspection rating (2 out of 5) is slightly below the local average of 2.5. Its staffing rating (3 out of 5) is slightly better than the local average of 2.7. The facility has fewer fines than average but more reported incidents than typical facilities in the area.

Unique features and programs

Hollywood Premier offers specialized wound care, diabetic care management, pain management groups, daily activities, and rehabilitation services.

Conclusion and recommendations

Hollywood Premier Healthcare Center presents a mixed profile with notable strengths and areas for improvement.

Strengths:

• Good rehabilitation services and specialized medical programs
• Lower nursing staff turnover than average
• Excellent proximity to major hospitals

Areas for improvement:

• Below-average health inspection ratings and higher-than-average incident reports
• Mixed resident experiences regarding maintenance, safety, and staff responsiveness
• Higher-than-average infection control citations

Recommendations for prospective residents:

1. Schedule an in-person tour to assess the facility's current state, paying close attention to maintenance, cleanliness, and daily routines.
2. Speak directly with current residents and their families if possible.
3. Review the most recent state inspection reports.
4. Discuss your specific care needs with the facility to ensure they can be adequately addressed.
5. Consider the facility's proximity to hospitals and specialized medical care.
6. Evaluate how well the facility matches your loved one's preferences for daily life—including dietary needs, social activities, routines, and activity levels. A facility may have excellent medical staff but not offer the social engagement or quiet spaces your loved one needs. Understanding these details helps ensure the facility supports your loved one's well-being.

Hollywood Premier offers skilled nursing care with strong rehabilitation services and specialized medical programs in central Los Angeles. It could be a good option for residents who need pain management, wound care, or diabetic management. Families should carefully assess the facility's current conditions and staffing.

For current pricing and to schedule a tour, contact the facility at (323) 465-2106 or [email protected].