Quick answers
- Where is La Jolla Post-Acute?
- 2552 Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037, in San Diego County, California.
- What is the phone number of La Jolla Post-Acute?
- (858) 453-5810, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of La Jolla Post-Acute?
- Medicare overall rating: 3 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has La Jolla Post-Acute been fined?
- Medicare lists no fines for La Jolla Post-Acute.
- What did inspectors find at La Jolla Post-Acute?
- In its last three inspection cycles (August 9, 2019 to August 13, 2026), Medicare lists 45 health citations; the most serious was level F. See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
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Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (August 9, 2019 to August 13, 2026), La Jolla Post-Acute had 45 health citations; the most serious was level F (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 3.77 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: April 24, 2025 — 9 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: April 24, 2025 (standard health inspection); August 5, 2026 (complaint investigation); August 13, 2026 (complaint investigation).
Show 9 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0814 Level F
“Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.”
F0584 Level E
“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.”
F0638 Level E
“Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.”
F0657 Level D
“Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.”
F0636 Level D
“Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.”
F0641 Level D
“Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.”
F0645 Level D
“PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities”
F0755 Level D
“Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.”
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.”
Previous cycle: April 8, 2022 — 18 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: April 8, 2022 (standard health inspection); March 3, 2025 (complaint investigation).
Show 18 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0880 Level E
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0578 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.”
F0573 Level D
“Let each resident or the resident's legal representative access or purchase copies of all the resident's records.”
F0583 Level D
“Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.”
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.”
F0684 Level D
“Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.”
F0685 Level D
“Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.”
F0689 Level D
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
F0695 Level D
“Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.”
F0732 Level D
“Post nurse staffing information every day.”
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.”
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.”
F0803 Level D
“Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.”
F0806 Level D
“Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.”
F0812 Level D
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0842 Level D
“Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.”
Earlier cycle: August 9, 2019 — 18 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: August 9, 2019 (standard health inspection); October 6, 2023 (complaint investigation); December 29, 2023 (infection control inspection); January 10, 2024 (complaint investigation); April 15, 2024 (complaint investigation); April 17, 2024 (complaint investigation).
Show 18 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0761 Level E
“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.”
F0880 Level E
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
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.”
F0698 Level E
“Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.”
F0880 Level E
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0755 Level D
“Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.”
F0684 Level D
“Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.”
F0726 Level D
“Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.”
F0684 Level D
“Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.”
F0554 Level D
“Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.”
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.”
F0657 Level D
“Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.”
F0692 Level D
“Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.”
F0694 Level D
“Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.”
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.”
F0849 Level D
“Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.”
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 (22)
K0345 Level F
“Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.”
K0753 Level F
“Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.”
K0918 Level F
“Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.”
K0363 Level E
“Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.”
K0923 Level E
“Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.”
K0161 Level D
“Use approved construction type or materials.”
K0324 Level D
“Provide properly protected cooking facilities.”
K0711 Level D
“Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.”
K0920 Level D
“Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.”
E0039 Level C
“Conduct testing and exercise requirements.”
K0353 Level C
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0363 Level D
“Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.”
K0920 Level D
“Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.”
K0923 Level D
“Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.”
K0324 Level E
“Provide properly protected cooking facilities.”
K0345 Level E
“Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.”
E0032 Level D
“Provide primary/alternate means for communication.”
E0035 Level D
“Provide family notifications of emergency plan.”
K0211 Level D
“Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.”
K0353 Level D
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0511 Level D
“Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.”
K0923 Level D
“Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.”
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 | 0.48 | 0.68 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 0.84 | 1.20 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.46 | 2.66 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 3.77 | 4.54 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 3.51 | 4.10 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.40 | 0.52 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 47.7% | 36.6% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 59.3% | 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 7 nursing homes: Covenant Care.
Legal business name: Covenant Care la Jolla, LLC.
Owners and managers Medicare lists (15)
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Covenant Care California, LLC | Direct owner | 100% | July 17, 2008 |
| Centre Capital Investors V, LP | Indirect owner | — | July 17, 2008 |
| Centre Covenant Purchaser (B), LLC | Indirect owner | — | July 17, 2008 |
| Centre Covenant Purchaser (Q), LLC | Indirect owner | — | July 17, 2008 |
| Centre Covenant Purchaser (S), LLC | Indirect owner | — | December 19, 2008 |
| Centre V Secondary Fund, L.P. | Indirect owner | — | July 17, 2008 |
| Covenant Care, LLC | Indirect owner | — | July 17, 2008 |
| Covenant Holdco, LLC | Indirect owner | — | July 17, 2008 |
| Covenant Subco, LLC | Indirect owner | — | July 17, 2008 |
| State Treasurer of Mich Custodian of Public School Empl RTMNT Systems | Indirect owner | — | December 19, 2008 |
| Stockwell Fund II LP | Indirect owner | — | July 17, 2008 |
| Evans, Mary | Indirect owner | — | July 17, 2008 |
| Levin, Robert | Indirect owner | — | July 17, 2008 |
| Sims, Christine | Indirect owner | — | July 17, 2008 |
| Torok, Andrew | Indirect owner | — | July 17, 2008 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Ownership file, data updated October 1, 2026. Only owners with an ownership interest and management companies are shown.
Compare with other nursing homes
Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 161 |
| Average residents per day | 144.1 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | For profit – corporation |
| Group or chain (affiliated entity) | Covenant Care |
| Legal business name | Covenant Care la Jolla, LLC |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 1990-09-30 |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 2552 Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037 |
| County | San Diego County |
| State | California |
| Phone | (858) 453‑5810 |
| CMS Certification Number | 056017 |
| 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).
- The Cove at La Jolla1.6 mi · La Jolla, CA · 4 of 5 stars
- The Springs at Pacific Regent2.1 mi · San Diego, CA · 5 of 5 stars
- VI at La Jolla Village2.1 mi · San Diego, CA · 5 of 5 stars
- Kearny Mesa Convalescent and Nursing Home5.8 mi · San Diego, CA · 5 of 5 stars
- Helen Bernardy Center D/P SNF6.8 mi · San Diego, CA · 5 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- VA San Diego Healthcare System1.9 mi · San Diego, CA · Federal/VA Acute Care Hospital
- Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla2.8 mi · La Jolla, CA · Acute Care Hospital
- Sharp Memorial Hospital6.5 mi · San Diego, 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