2625 EAST FOURTH STREET, LONG BEACH, CA 90814
81 beds · For profit - Corporation
CMS Provider #055387
Data updated: March 1, 2026
Overall Rating
★★★★★
Health Rating
★★★★★
Staffing Rating
★★★★★
Quality Rating
★★★★★
Daily nursing care
4.4 hrs/resident
Steady
Inspection findings
15
More issues
Ownership changes
0
Owned by a large for-profit corporation (The Ensign Group).
Complaint trend
More complaints
Higher than average complaint-related findings in recent cycles.
Overall Rating
Health Inspection
Staffing Rating
Quality Rating
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Edgewater Skilled Nursing Center is a for-profit facility in Long Beach with an overall rating below state averages, characterized by high historical inspection findings and a significant reduction in registered nurse staffing during weekend hours.
The data indicates that Edgewater Skilled Nursing Center currently holds a two-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services, which is below the California state average of 3.1 stars. Analysis of inspection records reflects a significant volume of health inspection findings; while the most recent cycle recorded 15 findings, the preceding cycle recorded 42, which is substantially higher than the state average of 15.6. These findings included 38 complaint-related citations and several safety issues, such as requirements for fire-rated walls and sprinkler system maintenance.
Regarding staffing, records show 4.37 total hours of nursing care per resident per day, which is slightly below the state average of 4.51 hours. A notable shift in care density occurs on weekends, where total nursing hours drop to 3.90, and registered nurse hours decrease from a weekday average of 0.50 to 0.23—a reduction of approximately 54%. This suggests residents receive significantly less registered nurse oversight during weekend periods. While total nursing staff turnover has improved from 62.1% to 48.8%, it remains above the state average of 38.1%, meaning residents may frequently interact with new staff members. Continuity of care is supported by a low reliance on contract or agency staff, which accounts for only 2.4% of total nursing hours.
The facility reported 15 health inspection findings in the most recent cycle, with a previous cycle recording 42 findings, of which 37 were complaint-related.
Total nursing turnover is 48.8%, and the facility experienced one administrator departure in the last year, indicating certain fluctuations in leadership and staff continuity.
Financial penalties total $65,656 across four fines and one payment denial between 2023 and 2024.
This shows how the facility's federal ratings have changed over the past 24 months. Consistent high ratings suggest stable quality, while declining trends may warrant further investigation.
| Category | Apr 24 | Jun 24 | Aug 24 | Oct 24 | Dec 24 | Mar 25 | May 25 | Jul 25 | Nov 25 | Jan 26 | Mar 26 | Apr 26 | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 3★ | 2★ | 2★ | 3★ | 2★ | 2★ | 1★ | 1★ | 1★ | 1★ | 2★ | 2★ | |
| Staffing | 3★ | 3★ | 3★ | 2★ | 2★ | 2★ | 2★ | 2★ | 3★ | 3★ | 3★ | 3★ | |
| Health | 2★ | 1★ | 1★ | 2★ | 1★ | 1★ | 1★ | 1★ | 1★ | 1★ | 2★ | 2★ |
Staffing depth is the strongest predictor of care quality. Facilities routinely cut staff on evenings and weekends — the shifts when falls happen and call lights go unanswered.
RN Hours Specifically
State avg total staffing: 4.5 hrs/resident/day
1
administrator departed in past year
Some change48.8%
State avg: 38.1%
37.5%
State avg: 40.6%
2.4%
of nursing hours from contract/agency staff
Low — good continuitySource: PBJ data, 2025Q3
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Walk Score
92
Walker's Paradise
Transit Score
44
Some Transit
Median Income
$89,776
Median Home Value
$823,700
Poverty Rate
11.7%
Age 65+
12.4%
Median Age
36
Pop. Density
20,723/mi²
Median Rent
$1,867
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Federal and state inspectors conduct regular surveys of every nursing home. Deficiencies listed here are problems found during those inspections.
| Date | Tag | Category | Description | Severity | Corrected | Type | IC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7/31/2025 | 0628 | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. | Minimal harm | 8/18/2025 | Complaint | |
| 7/31/2025 | 0627 | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge. | Minimal harm | 8/18/2025 | Complaint | |
| 5/23/2025 | 0582 | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. | Minimal harm | 6/10/2025 | Complaint | |
| 2/7/2025 | 0565 | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility. | Actual harm | 3/5/2025 | Complaint | |
| 2/7/2025 | 0880 | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Actual harm | 3/5/2025 | Complaint | |
| 1/24/2025 | 0550 | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | Actual harm | 2/14/2025 | Complaint | |
| 1/17/2025 | 0580 | Resident Rights Deficiencies | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | Minimal harm | 2/11/2025 | Complaint | |
| 1/17/2025 | 0880 | Infection Control Deficiencies | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Actual harm | 2/11/2025 | Complaint | |
| 1/8/2025 | 0656 | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Actual harm | 1/31/2025 | Complaint | |
| 1/8/2025 | 0842 | Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | Minimal harm | 1/31/2025 | Complaint |
When inspection deficiencies are serious enough, the government may impose financial penalties or deny Medicare/Medicaid payments.
Total Penalties
5
Total Fines
$65,656
| Date | Type | Fine Amount | Payment Denial |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/4/2024 | Payment Denial | — | 3/4/2025 (1 days) |
| 3/5/2024 | Fine | $8,990 | — |
| 8/21/2023 | Fine | $51,773 | — |
| 6/26/2023 | Fine | $1,748 | — |
| 6/5/2023 | Fine | $3,145 | — |
Ownership structure and changes can affect facility quality.
Facilities in Chain
329
Chain Avg Rating
3.2 ★
Years Operating
52
| Owner Name | Type | Role | Ownership % | Association Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FLAGSTONE HEALTHCARE SOUTH LLC | Organization | — | 100% | 11/8/2022 |
| THE ENSIGN GROUP INC | Organization | — | 100% | 2/1/2023 |
| DALTON, KYLE | Individual | — | — | 2/1/2023 |
| WILLITS, ADAM | Individual | — | — | 11/8/2022 |
| BURNAM, SOON | Individual | — | — | 11/8/2022 |
| FITCH, CRAIG | Individual | — | — | 11/8/2022 |
| KIM, JESSE | Individual | — | — | 2/1/2023 |
| DALTON, KYLE | Individual | — | — | 2/1/2023 |
Recent news articles, lawsuits, and media coverage mentioning this facility.
Long Beach Care Center, Inc., operating in Long Beach, CA, has received abuse citations issued during Medicare and Medicaid inspections by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, with citations noted since May 2025.
Data updated: March 1, 2026 · CMS, OSCAR, state inspection records
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