Quick answers
- Where is Escondido Post Acute?
- 421 E Mission Ave, Escondido, CA 92025, in San Diego County, California.
- What is the phone number of Escondido Post Acute?
- (760) 747-0430, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Escondido Post Acute?
- Medicare overall rating: 5 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Escondido Post Acute been fined?
- Medicare lists no fines for Escondido Post Acute.
- What did inspectors find at Escondido Post Acute?
- In its last three inspection cycles (February 3, 2022 to July 2, 2026), Medicare lists 40 health citations; the most serious was level E. See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
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Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (February 3, 2022 to July 2, 2026), Escondido Post Acute had 40 health citations; the most serious was level E (no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm). Medicare lists no fines or payment denials for it in the last three years. Nurse staffing is 3.80 hours per resident per day; the California average is 4.54 and the national average is 3.90.
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Data Catalog, data updated October 1, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026.
Inspection history: last three cycles
State inspectors visit about once a year and also investigate complaints. Each citation (deficiency) has a tag number and a letter, A to L. The letter shows how serious the problem was and how many residents it affected.
What the letters A to L mean
| Seriousness | Isolated (a few residents) | Pattern (some) | Widespread (many) |
|---|---|---|---|
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | D | E | F |
| Actual harm to residents | G | H | I |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
Source: the scope and severity grid Medicare (CMS) uses for nursing home citations.
Most recent cycle: July 2, 2026 — 12 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: December 30, 2025 (complaint investigation); April 1, 2026 (complaint investigation); July 2, 2026 (standard health inspection).
Show 12 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0656 Level E
“Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.”
F0677 Level E
“Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.”
F0880 Level E
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0582 Level D
“Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.”
F0584 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.”
F0628 Level D
“Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.”
F0690 Level D
“Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.”
F0699 Level D
“Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.”
F0757 Level D
“Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.”
F0842 Level D
“Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.”
F0656 Level D
“Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.”
F0609 Level D
“Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.”
Previous cycle: May 8, 2025 — 16 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: October 8, 2024 (complaint investigation); December 20, 2024 (complaint investigation); December 24, 2024 (complaint investigation); May 8, 2025 (standard health inspection); May 12, 2025 (complaint investigation); June 11, 2025 (complaint investigation).
Show 16 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0625 Level E
“Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.”
F0550 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.”
F0684 Level D
“Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.”
F0761 Level D
“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.”
F0554 Level D
“Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.”
F0582 Level D
“Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.”
F0609 Level D
“Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.”
F0644 Level D
“Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.”
F0686 Level D
“Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.”
F0880 Level D
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0688 Level D
“Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.”
F0550 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.”
F0584 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.”
F0656 Level D
“Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.”
F0689 Level D
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
F0732 Level C
“Post nurse staffing information every day.”
Earlier cycle: February 3, 2022 — 12 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: February 3, 2022 (standard health inspection); July 18, 2024 (complaint investigation).
Show 12 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0656 Level E
“Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.”
F0755 Level E
“Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.”
F0880 Level E
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0656 Level D
“Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.”
F0658 Level D
“Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.”
F0550 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.”
F0623 Level D
“Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.”
F0756 Level D
“Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.”
F0758 Level D
“Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.”
F0759 Level D
“Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.”
F0761 Level D
“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.”
F0812 Level D
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.
Full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare →
Fire safety citations (26)
K0345 Level F
“Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.”
K0353 Level F
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0918 Level F
“Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.”
K0355 Level E
“Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.”
K0363 Level E
“Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.”
K0741 Level E
“Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.”
K0920 Level E
“Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.”
K0223 Level D
“Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.”
K0324 Level D
“Provide properly protected cooking facilities.”
K0511 Level D
“Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.”
K0753 Level D
“Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.”
K0923 Level D
“Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.”
E0032 Level C
“Provide primary/alternate means for communication.”
K0291 Level F
“Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.”
K0293 Level F
“Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.”
K0353 Level F
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0521 Level F
“Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.”
K0712 Level F
“Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.”
K0918 Level F
“Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.”
K0161 Level D
“Use approved construction type or materials.”
K0741 Level D
“Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.”
E0006 Level D
“Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.”
K0353 Level D
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0363 Level D
“Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.”
K0741 Level D
“Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.”
K0753 Level D
“Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.”
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from the payroll records nursing homes send to Medicare, next to the state and national averages.
| Measure | This home | California | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.22 | 0.68 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 1.12 | 1.20 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.45 | 2.66 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 3.80 | 4.54 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 3.67 | 4.10 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.20 | 0.52 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 34.5% | 36.6% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 12.5% | 37.8% | 42.5% |
| Administrators who left in the last year | 0.0 | 0.4 | 0.5 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Owners and operator
Part of a group of 277 nursing homes: Pacs Group.
Legal business name: Escondido Healthcare, LLC.
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Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 180 |
| Average residents per day | 173.3 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | For profit – corporation |
| Group or chain (affiliated entity) | Pacs Group |
| Legal business name | Escondido Healthcare, LLC |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 1971-12-31 |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 421 E Mission Ave, Escondido, CA 92025 |
| County | San Diego County |
| State | California |
| Phone | (760) 747‑0430 |
| CMS Certification Number | 056040 |
| Name in Medicare records | ESCONDIDO POST ACUTE |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
What to ask when you call or visit
A general checklist for any nursing home, not advice about this one. Medicare also publishes guides on medicare.gov.
- Is the home certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid, and does it have a bed for the care you need (short-term rehab or long-term care)?
- Can you see the latest state inspection report? Ask how any problems found were fixed.
- How many nurses and aides work on each shift, at night and on weekends? Is there a registered nurse on site at all times?
- Which doctors see residents, and how often? What happens in a medical emergency, and which hospital is used?
- What therapy (physical, occupational, speech) is offered, and how many days a week?
- Are residents clean, dressed and taking part in activities? Do staff speak to them kindly and answer call lights quickly?
- What do the daily rate and extra services cost, and what do Medicare, Medicaid or your insurance pay? Ask for it in writing.
- Is there a resident council and a family council? How are complaints handled? Ask for the long-term care ombudsman’s contact.
- Are meals appetizing, and can the home meet special diets, language needs and religious or cultural preferences?
- Visit more than once, including at a mealtime or in the evening, without an appointment.
Other nursing homes nearby
By straight-line distance (not driving distance).
- Palomar Vista Healthcare Center0.7 mi · Escondido, CA · 2 of 5 stars
- Palomar Heights Post Acute1.2 mi · Escondido, CA · 4 of 5 stars
- Valley Vista Post Acute1.4 mi · Escondido, CA · 4 of 5 stars
- Redwood Terrace Health Center1.7 mi · Escondido, CA · 5 of 5 stars
- Meadowbrook Village Christian Retirement Community1.8 mi · Escondido, CA · 4 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Palomar Health Downtown Campus0.5 mi · Escondido, CA · Acute Care Hospital
- Kaiser Foundation Hospital - San Marcos5.1 mi · San Marcos, CA · Acute Care Hospital
- Palomar Medical Center Poway9.4 mi · Poway, CA · Acute Care Hospital
Sources
- Provider Information — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare profile of this provider
- Health Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Fire Safety Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Penalties — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Ownership — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- State US Averages — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Survey Summary — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Citation Code Look-up — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Inspection Dates — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13