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Buena Vista Care Center

Average3-Star CMS Rating

160 South Patterson Avenue, Santa Barbara, CA 93111

150 Beds
Medicare Since 1989

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160 South Patterson Avenue
Santa Barbara, CA 93111

About Buena Vista Care Center

Nursing home overview and details

Buena Vista Care Center is a for-profit nursing home in Santa Barbara, CA, serving Santa Barbara County and the surrounding community. The facility has 150 certified beds with an average daily census of 124.2 residents.

Buena Vista Care Center has been Medicare and Medicaid certified since 1989, bringing 37 years of experience in long-term care. The facility is affiliated with COVENANT CARE, which provides administrative support and oversight.

The facility holds a 3-star CMS quality rating, indicating average performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing. When choosing a nursing home in Santa Barbara, CA, consider factors including quality ratings, staffing levels, safety record, and whether the facility meets your specific care needs.

At a Glance

Overall Rating3/5 Stars
Certified Beds150
Avg. Residents/Day124.2
OwnershipFor profit - Corporation
Provider TypeMedicare and Medicaid
Family CouncilResident
SprinklersYes
CCRCNo
CountySanta Barbara
Affiliated Doctors4

Quality Ratings

CMS quality performance measures

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CMS Overall Nursing Home Rating

Buena Vista Care Center has received a 3-star overall quality rating from CMS, indicating average performance across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing. This composite rating helps families compare nursing homes when evaluating care options.

Health Inspection

Below Average

Quality Measures

Excellent

Staffing

Below Average

Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare Data

Staffing

Nurse staffing hours and turnover

Buena Vista Care Center provides 3.68 total nursing hours per resident per day, of which 0.35 hours are from registered nurses. Weekend staffing averages 3.31 hours per resident per day.

RN Hours per Resident per Day0.35
Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day3.68
Weekend Staffing (Hours/Resident/Day)3.31

Safety & Compliance

Regulatory record and safety data

Buena Vista Care Center has received 1 fine totaling $31,688. Families should discuss these findings with the facility administration to understand what corrective actions have been taken and what improvements have been implemented. When evaluating nursing homes, it is important to consider the full picture — review quality ratings, staffing levels, and inspection history alongside the safety record to make an informed decision for your loved one.

Fines1 ($31,688)
Total Penalties1

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Frequently Asked Questions

About Buena Vista Care Center

What is the CMS rating for Buena Vista Care Center?

Buena Vista Care Center has a 3-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates nursing homes across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels.

How many beds does Buena Vista Care Center have?

Buena Vista Care Center has 150 certified beds with an average daily census of 124.2 residents.

What type of facility is Buena Vista Care Center?

Buena Vista Care Center is a for profit - corporation nursing home serving Santa Barbara County in Santa Barbara, CA.

How many doctors practice at Buena Vista Care Center?

4 physicians are affiliated with Buena Vista Care Center. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.

Does Buena Vista Care Center have any safety concerns?

Families should review the Safety & Compliance section above for detailed findings. Buena Vista Care Center has regulatory items on record that merit discussion with the administration.

Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare ·