Quick answers
- Where is Samarkand Skilled Nursing Facility?
- 2566 Treasure Drive, Santa Barbara, CA 93105, in Santa Barbara County, California.
- What is the phone number of Samarkand Skilled Nursing Facility?
- (805) 687-0701, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Samarkand Skilled Nursing Facility?
- Medicare overall rating: 5 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Samarkand Skilled Nursing Facility been fined?
- Medicare lists no fines for Samarkand Skilled Nursing Facility.
- What did inspectors find at Samarkand Skilled Nursing Facility?
- In its last three inspection cycles (February 10, 2023 to May 7, 2026), Medicare lists 28 health citations; the most serious was level F. See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
Medicare ratings, explained
Star ratings are one piece of information. Visit, ask questions and talk with your doctor about what matters for your care.
Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (February 10, 2023 to May 7, 2026), Samarkand Skilled Nursing Facility had 28 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 4.47 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: January 23, 2026 — 2 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: January 23, 2026 (standard health inspection); May 7, 2026 (complaint investigation).
Show 2 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0837 Level D
“Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility.”
F0732 Level D
“Post nurse staffing information every day.”
Previous cycle: December 19, 2024 — 11 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: December 19, 2024 (standard health inspection); May 5, 2025 (complaint investigation); September 18, 2025 (complaint investigation).
Show 11 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0812 Level F
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0908 Level D
“Keep all essential equipment working safely.”
F0658 Level D
“Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.”
F0583 Level D
“Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.”
F0640 Level D
“Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.”
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.”
F0755 Level D
“Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.”
F0757 Level D
“Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.”
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.”
Earlier cycle: February 10, 2023 — 15 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: February 10, 2023 (standard health inspection); May 9, 2024 (complaint investigation).
Show 15 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0801 Level F
“Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.”
F0640 Level E
“Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.”
F0803 Level E
“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.”
F0812 Level E
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0658 Level D
“Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.”
F0558 Level D
“Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.”
F0575 Level D
“Post a list of names, addresses, and telephone numbers of all pertinent State agencies and advocacy groups and a statement that the resident may file a complaint with the State Survey Agency.”
F0577 Level D
“Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.”
F0582 Level D
“Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.”
F0622 Level D
“Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.”
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.”
F0755 Level D
“Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.”
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.”
F0804 Level D
“Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.”
F0805 Level D
“Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.”
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 (9)
K0345 Level F
“Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.”
K0363 Level D
“Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.”
K0161 Level D
“Use approved construction type or materials.”
K0363 Level D
“Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.”
K0753 Level D
“Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.”
E0031 Level C
“Provide emergency officials' contact information.”
K0324 Level D
“Provide properly protected cooking facilities.”
K0363 Level D
“Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.”
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 | 0.52 | 0.68 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 1.30 | 1.20 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.65 | 2.66 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 4.47 | 4.54 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 3.97 | 4.10 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.38 | 0.52 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 29.0% | 36.6% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 11.1% | 37.8% | 42.5% |
| Administrators who left in the last year | 1.0 | 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 16 nursing homes: Covenant Living.
Legal business name: Covenant Living West.
Owners and managers Medicare lists (2)
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Covenant Living Communities & Services | Direct owner | 100% | December 23, 1975 |
| Covenant Living Communities & Services | Management company (operational or managerial control) | NOT APPLICABLE | December 23, 1975 |
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 | 63 |
| Average residents per day | 57.2 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | Non-profit – corporation |
| Group or chain (affiliated entity) | Covenant Living |
| Legal business name | Covenant Living West |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 2000-08-21 |
| Part of a continuing care retirement community | Yes |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 2566 Treasure Drive, Santa Barbara, CA 93105 |
| County | Santa Barbara County |
| State | California |
| Phone | (805) 687‑0701 |
| CMS Certification Number | 555762 |
| 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).
- Mission Park Healthcare Center0.2 mi · Santa Barbara, CA · 5 of 5 stars
- The Californian0.6 mi · Santa Barbara, CA · 5 of 5 stars
- Valle Verde Health Facility1.2 mi · Santa Barbara, CA · 5 of 5 stars
- Channel Islands Post Acute1.4 mi · Santa Barbara, CA · 2 of 5 stars
- Buena Vista Care Center4.6 mi · Santa Barbara, CA · 2 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Santa Barbara Cottage Hospital0.4 mi · Santa Barbara, CA · Acute Care Hospital
- Goleta Valley Cottage Hospital4.6 mi · Santa Barbara, CA · Acute Care Hospital
- Santa Ynez Valley Cottage Hospital26 mi · Solvang, CA · Critical Access 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