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Palomar Heights Post Acute

Average3-Star CMS Rating

1260 E OHIO AVENUE, Escondido, CA 92027

98 Beds
Medicare Since 2000

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1260 E OHIO AVENUE
Escondido, CA 92027

About Palomar Heights Post Acute

Nursing home overview and details

Palomar Heights Post Acute is a for-profit nursing home in Escondido, CA, serving San Diego County and the surrounding community. The facility has 98 certified beds with an average daily census of 89.1 residents.

Palomar Heights Post Acute has been Medicare and Medicaid certified since 2000, bringing 26 years of experience in long-term care. The facility is affiliated with PACS GROUP, 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 Escondido, 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 Beds98
Avg. Residents/Day89.1
OwnershipFor profit - Limited Liability company
Provider TypeMedicare and Medicaid
Family CouncilResident
SprinklersYes
CCRCNo
CountySan Diego
Affiliated Doctors4

Quality Ratings

CMS quality performance measures

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CMS Overall Nursing Home Rating

Palomar Heights Post Acute 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

Very Good

Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare Data

Staffing

Nurse staffing hours and turnover

Palomar Heights Post Acute provides 4.09 total nursing hours per resident per day, of which 0.61 hours are from registered nurses. The facility reports a nurse turnover rate of 41.6%, which is within the typical range for nursing facilities. RN-specific turnover is 12.5%. Weekend staffing averages 3.69 hours per resident per day.

RN Hours per Resident per Day0.61
Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day4.09
Total Nurse Turnover Rate41.6%
RN Turnover Rate12.5%
Weekend Staffing (Hours/Resident/Day)3.69

Safety & Compliance

Regulatory record and safety data

Palomar Heights Post Acute has received 1 fine totaling $8,176, and has 2 total penalties on record. 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 ($8,176)
Total Penalties2

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Frequently Asked Questions

About Palomar Heights Post Acute

What is the CMS rating for Palomar Heights Post Acute?

Palomar Heights Post Acute 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 Palomar Heights Post Acute have?

Palomar Heights Post Acute has 98 certified beds with an average daily census of 89.1 residents.

What type of facility is Palomar Heights Post Acute?

Palomar Heights Post Acute is a for profit - limited liability company nursing home serving San Diego County in Escondido, CA.

How many doctors practice at Palomar Heights Post Acute?

4 physicians are affiliated with Palomar Heights Post Acute. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.

Does Palomar Heights Post Acute have any safety concerns?

Families should review the Safety & Compliance section above for detailed findings. Palomar Heights Post Acute has regulatory items on record that merit discussion with the administration.

Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare ·