Sun Mar Nursing Center
Strong Medicare quality ratings; families often praise compassionate and attentive nursing staff. Still worth an in-person visit.
based on 17 Google reviews
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What this means for your family
This facility is highly regarded for its ability to provide culturally competent care for Korean-speaking seniors and its effective rehabilitation programs. However, families should closely monitor discharge planning, as multiple reviewers have expressed concerns about the facility attempting to discharge patients before they are fully recovered.
Google Reviews
Google Reviews
17 reviews on Google“Families can expect high-quality, compassionate care from a staff that many reviewers describe as being like family, particularly for Korean-speaking residents. However, there are serious allegations regarding premature discharge attempts for patients with high care needs and concerns about the facility's willingness to accept certain insurance types.”
Quality Themes
Tap a score for detailsStrengths
- Compassionate and attentive nursing staff
- Excellent rehabilitation and physical therapy services
- Strong support for Korean-speaking residents
- Clean and bright facility environment
Concerns
- Attempts to discharge patients before they are medically stable (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
- Perceived lack of inclusivity or language barriers for non-Korean speakers (mentioned by 2 reviewers)
Rating Trends
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Distribution · 20 analyzed
How They Respond to Reviews
The owner relies heavily on a small set of repetitive templates for positive reviews, often using identical phrasing for different reviewers. While they do attempt to address negative reviews by inviting private communication, the responses lack specific resolution or personalized empathy.
Questions for Your Tour
- 1We were so happy to see how much you engage with your online community and respond to feedback; how does that culture of communication translate to how you interact with families daily?
- 2Since we know the facility is very supportive of Korean-speaking residents, what steps are taken to ensure that non-Korean speaking residents also feel fully included and understood by the staff?
- 3With such a high CMS health inspection rating, what specific protocols do you have in place to ensure medical stability is maintained during the transition from rehab back to long-term care?
- 4We noticed your physical therapy services are highly regarded; can you tell us more about how the rehab team works with residents to help them regain their independence?
- 5What is the process for handling medical emergencies or changes in health status during the overnight hours?
- 6What kind of daily activities or social events are planned to keep the residents engaged and connected with one another in the common areas?
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Key Review Excerpts
“My maternal and paternal grandparents for the past few years (approximately 8 years) have been in and out of this facility due to deteriorating health conditions. This facility has become like family and almost a second home”
“My mom's health condition is a roller coaster but the amazing quality of care at Sun Mar is remarkably consistent and dependable.”
“He couldn't walk when he got there, but the staff took such good care of him and got him standing and walking again.”
Staffing
Staffing Hours
per resident/day · Medicare 2026RN hours are below the national benchmark. RNs handle complex medical needs and medication, so ask about coverage during your visit.
Quality Measures
Quality Measures
Resident outcomes compared with national, state, and local averages · 17 measures
17
measures
Residents on anti-anxiety or sleep medication
Residents whose bladder or bowel control got worse
Residents on antipsychotic medication
Residents needing more daily help over time
Residents with depression symptoms
Highly dependent on how each facility screens and codes depressive symptoms, so it varies widely between facilities.
Residents whose walking got worse
Short-stay residents vaccinated for the flu
Short-stay residents vaccinated for pneumonia
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotics
US average from Medicare published data
Inspection History
Medicare Inspection History
3-year lookback · Medicare 2026
Sun Mar Nursing Center has 32 deficiencies across four surveys, with two complaint-triggered by families reporting issues with equipment safety and medical records. The facility shows recurring problems with fire safety systems, medication management, and food safety that persist across multiple inspections from 2022 to 2025. While all deficiencies have correction dates, the pattern of repeated violations in critical safety areas warrants careful consideration during your visit.
Feb 3, 2026Complaint1
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.
Jun 16, 2025Routine13
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.
Administration Deficiencies
Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Construction Deficiencies
Use approved construction type or materials.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
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.
Environmental Deficiencies
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Jun 16, 2025Complaint1
Environmental Deficiencies
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Jul 17, 2024Routine8
Construction Deficiencies
Meet other general requirements.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Smoke Deficiencies
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Smoke Deficiencies
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Provide primary/alternate means for communication.
Oct 13, 2023Complaint1
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.
Dec 20, 2022Routine9
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
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.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Smoke Deficiencies
Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.
Smoke Deficiencies
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Ownership & Operations
Who Operates This Facility
Sun Mar Nursing Center
for profit
Chain Affiliation
David Johnson
46 facilities nationwide
Chain avg rating: 3.2/5 · Rank 8 of 45 (Best)
Ownership & Management
Owners
Sun Mar Healthcare, INC
Owner · Organization
Key personnel
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References & Resources
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