Grossmont Gardens Healthcare Center

Nursing Home · La Mesa, CA

For profit - Corporation

CMS certification number555940

Contact & location

5480 Marengo Ave
La Mesa, CA 91942
San Diego County
Phone
(619) 463-0281
ZIP code
91942 – all care providers

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Facility details

Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Legal name
Grossmont Skilled Care
Medicare certified since
March 16, 2026
Participates in
Medicare and Medicaid
Council
Both council

CMS star ratings

OverallNot rated
State avg 3.2
Health inspectionsNot rated
State avg 2.8
StaffingNot rated
State avg 3.3
Quality measuresNot rated
State avg 4.1
Long-stay qualityNot rated
Short-stay qualityNot rated

Staffing

Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.

Total nurse staffing
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Registered nurses (RN)
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Licensed practical nurses
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Nurse aides
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Weekend total
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Nursing staff turnover
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RN turnover
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Inspections

Last standard inspection
February 12, 2026
Health deficiencies (last cycle)
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Citations on record (3 years)
16 health · 6 fire safety
DateCitationSeverityStatus
2026-02-12 Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
F0578 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-03-16
2026-02-12 Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
F0656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-03-16
2026-02-12 Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-03-16
2026-02-12 Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.
F0557 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-03-16
2026-02-12 Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
F0605 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-03-16
2026-02-12 Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
F0686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-03-16
2026-02-12 Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
F0755 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-03-16
2026-02-12 Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
F0759 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-03-16
2026-02-12 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.
F0761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-03-16
2026-02-12 Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
F0801 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-03-16
2026-02-12 Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
F0805 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-03-16
2026-02-12 Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.
F0810 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-03-16
2026-02-12 Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
F0842 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-03-16
2026-02-12 Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
F0865 · Administration Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-03-16
2026-02-12 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-03-16
2026-02-12 Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame.
F0909 · Environmental Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-03-16

Severity letters A–L combine how widespread a problem was (isolated, pattern, widespread) with how serious (from potential for minimal harm to immediate jeopardy). How to read inspection results

Fines & penalties

No federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.

Ownership & management

NameRoleSince
Bender, James (individual)5%+ Direct Ownership Interest · 10%
Lam, Adrian (individual)5%+ Direct Ownership Interest · 10%
Lam, Donald (individual)5%+ Direct Ownership Interest · 70%
Shah, Manish (individual)5%+ Direct Ownership Interest · 10%
Bender, James (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Lam, Adrian (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Lam, Donald (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Shah, Manish (individual)Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE
Bender, James (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Lam, Adrian (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Lam, Donald (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Shah, Manish (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Bender, James (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE

Frequently asked questions

Has Grossmont Gardens Healthcare Center been fined?

CMS lists no federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.

What is the phone number of Grossmont Gardens Healthcare Center?

(619) 463-0281. The facility is located at 5480 Marengo Ave, La Mesa, CA 91942.

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Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.