Nursing home · Pasadena, CA
Gem Tcu
716 South Fair Oaks Ave, Pasadena, CA 91105 · (626) 737-0560
Gem Tcu is a 75-bed for-profit nursing home in Pasadena, California (Los Angeles County). It has been certified to provide Medicare and Medicaid services since 1972. On average it cares for 66 residents a day (about 88% of its certified beds). It is part of Abraham Bak & Menachem Gastwirth, a group of 19 nursing homes. CMS gives it an overall rating of 1 out of 5 stars; the average in California is 3.2.
Ratings
| CMS rating | Stars |
|---|---|
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Health inspections | ★★★★★ |
| Staffing | ★★★★★ |
| Quality measures | ★★★★★ |
Staffing
| Staffing | This home | California avg | US avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse hours per resident per day | 4.50 | 4.54 | 3.90 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.59 | 0.68 | 0.69 |
| Nurse hours per resident per day, weekends | 3.97 | – | – |
| Nursing staff turnover | 65% | 37% | 45% |
| RN turnover | 50% | – | – |
| Administrators who left | 3 | – | – |
Inspections and penalties
| Inspections & penalties | This home |
|---|---|
| Most recent standard health inspection | November 19, 2025 |
| Health deficiencies cited (most recent cycle) | 22 above the state average of 16 |
| …of which from complaint inspections | 7 |
| Federal fines (as reported by CMS) | 1 totalling $27,808 |
| Medicare payment denials | 0 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home provider information, Oct 2026 release (CMS Provider Data Catalog: Nursing homes). Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company. Legal business name: Pasadena Palace Tcu LLC. Check the latest details and full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare. How to read these ratings →
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Common questions
What is the star rating of Gem Tcu?
CMS rates Gem Tcu 1 out of 5 stars overall, with 1 stars for health inspections, 2 for staffing and 3 for quality measures (Medicare Care Compare).
How many beds does Gem Tcu have?
75 certified beds, with an average of 66 residents a day.
Does Gem Tcu accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for Medicare and Medicaid. Ask the nursing home about current availability for your coverage.
What is the phone number for Gem Tcu?
(626) 737-0560. Address: 716 South Fair Oaks Ave, Pasadena, CA 91105.
Before you choose
- Visit at different times, including evenings and weekends.
- Ask how many residents each nurse and aide cares for on each shift.
- Read the latest inspection report and ask what has been fixed.
- Ask whether a bed is available for your coverage (Medicare, Medicaid or private pay).