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Compare Nursing Homes around San Diego (Metro Area)
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| Arroyo Vista Nursing Center |
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. |
San Diego (City Heights) |
53
Facility
53
CA AVG
103
Rank
#1129 / 1658
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89.7%
Facility
89.7%
CA AVG
84.7%
Rank
#316 / 1407
| +6% |
3.39
Facility
3.39
CA AVG
4.22
Rank
#308 / 346
| +20% | -20% |
$0
Facility
$0
CA AVG
$56.5k
Rank
#1 / 354
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25
Facility
25
CA AVG
50.2
Rank
#74 / 354
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4.2
Facility
4.2
CA AVG
4.6
Rank
#182 / 354
| - | 47 | - |
49
Facility
49
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1371 / 2093
| Ome Moore |
$10.4M
Facility
$10.4M
CA AVG
$17.0M
Rank
#274 / 347
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$5.6M
Facility
$5.6M
CA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#269 / 347
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53.3%
Facility
53.3%
CA AVG
45.2%
Rank
#134 / 347
| 55505 | ||||
| Ridgeview Health Center |
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. |
San Diego (Scripps Ranch) |
68
Facility
68
CA AVG
103
Rank
#1017 / 1658
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85.3%
Facility
85.3%
CA AVG
84.7%
Rank
#438 / 1407
| +1% |
5.54
Facility
5.54
CA AVG
4.22
Rank
#22 / 346
| -21% | +31% |
$33.2k
Facility
$33.2k
CA AVG
$56.5k
Rank
#276 / 354
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17
Facility
17
CA AVG
50.2
Rank
#25 / 354
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2.8
Facility
2.8
CA AVG
4.6
Rank
#45 / 354
| - | 58 | - |
11
Facility
11
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1947 / 2093
| Crestview Hc LLC |
$8.4M
Facility
$8.4M
CA AVG
$17.0M
Rank
#295 / 347
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$5.0M
Facility
$5.0M
CA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#292 / 347
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59.5%
Facility
59.5%
CA AVG
45.2%
Rank
#72 / 347
| 555928 | ||||
| Golden Living Point Loma |
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL
Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. |
San Diego (Point Loma Heights) |
113
Facility
113
CA AVG
103
Rank
#631 / 1658
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63.7%
Facility
63.7%
CA AVG
84.7%
Rank
#1081 / 1407
| -25% |
3.63
Facility
3.63
CA AVG
4.22
Rank
#263 / 346
| -34% | -14% |
$0
Facility
$0
CA AVG
$56.5k
Rank
#1 / 354
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90
Facility
90
CA AVG
50.2
Rank
#320 / 354
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2.8
Facility
2.8
CA AVG
4.6
Rank
#45 / 354
| - | 72 | C+ |
72
Facility
72
CA AVG
57
Rank
#675 / 2093
| Katz Healthcare Investment Partnership |
$30.5M
Facility
$30.5M
CA AVG
$17.0M
Rank
#59 / 347
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$11.8M
Facility
$11.8M
CA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#78 / 347
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38.7%
Facility
38.7%
CA AVG
45.2%
Rank
#285 / 347
| 55322 | ||||
| Bayshire Torrey Pines |
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL
Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support. |
San Diego (Carmel Valley) |
125
Facility
125
CA AVG
103
Rank
#527 / 1658
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84.8%
Facility
84.8%
CA AVG
84.7%
Rank
#448 / 1407
| 0% |
3.32
Facility
3.32
CA AVG
4.22
Rank
#319 / 346
| -2% | -21% |
$150.6k
Facility
$150.6k
CA AVG
$56.5k
Rank
#348 / 354
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52
Facility
52
CA AVG
50.2
Rank
#230 / 354
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5.8
Facility
5.8
CA AVG
4.6
Rank
#283 / 354
| 1 | 106 | - |
81
Facility
81
CA AVG
57
Rank
#384 / 2093
| Jeremy Danenhauer |
$6.1M
Facility
$6.1M
CA AVG
$17.0M
Rank
#328 / 347
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$3.2M
Facility
$3.2M
CA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#329 / 347
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52.1%
Facility
52.1%
CA AVG
45.2%
Rank
#144 / 347
| 555746 | ||||
| Vi at La Jolla Village |
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
IL
Independent Living Lifestyle-focused communities for older adults offering dining, activities, and transportation with minimal personal care. Best for active, independent seniors who want community without medical support.
MC
Memory Care Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. Staff trained in cognitive impairment, with higher staff-to-resident ratios and an environment designed to reduce confusion and wandering risk. |
San Diego (University City) |
783
Facility
783
CA AVG
103
Rank
#5 / 1658
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69.3%
Facility
69.3%
CA AVG
84.7%
Rank
#921 / 1407
| -18% |
5.26
Facility
5.26
CA AVG
4.22
Rank
#29 / 346
| +43% | +25% |
$0
Facility
$0
CA AVG
$56.5k
Rank
#1 / 354
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15
Facility
15
CA AVG
50.2
Rank
#21 / 354
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2.1
Facility
2.1
CA AVG
4.6
Rank
#10 / 354
| - | 543 | - |
88
Facility
88
CA AVG
57
Rank
#218 / 2093
| Cc-La Jolla, Inc. |
$64.8M
Facility
$64.8M
CA AVG
$17.0M
Rank
#5 / 347
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$10.3M
Facility
$10.3M
CA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#115 / 347
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15.9%
Facility
15.9%
CA AVG
45.2%
Rank
#346 / 347
| 555793 | ||||
| Jacob Health Care Center |
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. |
San Diego (City Heights) |
40
Facility
40
CA AVG
103
Rank
#1209 / 1658
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89.5%
Facility
89.5%
CA AVG
84.7%
Rank
#327 / 1407
| +6% |
3.29
Facility
3.29
CA AVG
4.22
Rank
#319 / 346
| +11% | -22% |
$0
Facility
$0
CA AVG
$56.5k
Rank
#1 / 354
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30
Facility
30
CA AVG
50.2
Rank
#112 / 354
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5.0
Facility
5.0
CA AVG
4.6
Rank
#235 / 354
| - | 118 | A+ |
49
Facility
49
CA AVG
57
Rank
#1371 / 2093
| Utah Lake Holdings, LLC |
$15.0M
Facility
$15.0M
CA AVG
$17.0M
Rank
#206 / 347
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$9.5M
Facility
$9.5M
CA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#136 / 347
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63%
Facility
63%
CA AVG
45.2%
Rank
#51 / 347
| 55508 | ||||
| University Care Center |
NH
Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. |
San Diego (Mid-City) |
87
Facility
87
CA AVG
103
Rank
#875 / 1658
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94.6%
Facility
94.6%
CA AVG
84.7%
Rank
#194 / 1407
| +12% |
3.30
Facility
3.30
CA AVG
4.22
Rank
#319 / 346
| -53% | -22% |
$0
Facility
$0
CA AVG
$56.5k
Rank
#1 / 354
|
44
Facility
44
CA AVG
50.2
Rank
#191 / 354
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2.9
Facility
2.9
CA AVG
4.6
Rank
#55 / 354
| - | 78 | - |
71
Facility
71
CA AVG
57
Rank
#703 / 2093
| Pouya Afshar |
$22.5M
Facility
$22.5M
CA AVG
$17.0M
Rank
#112 / 347
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$8.6M
Facility
$8.6M
CA AVG
$7.0M
Rank
#169 / 347
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38.4%
Facility
38.4%
CA AVG
45.2%
Rank
#287 / 347
| 55328 |
Cloisters of the Valley is a memory care community located in San Diego, CA. It offers exceptional senior care in a serene atmosphere with a focus on dignity and comfort. The community provides a range of services including memory care and short-term respite care.
Ranking Methodology
How we rank these nursing homes
Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.
Weighting overview
- 35%Care Quality
- 20%Staffing
- 20%Regulatory
- 20%Operational
- 5%Environment
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Care Quality 35%
The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.
- Includes
- Overall Rating
- Health Inspection
- QM Rating
- Long-Stay QM
- Short-Stay QM
02
Staffing Adequacy 20%
The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
- Includes
- Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
- RN vs State
- Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
- RN Turnover
03
Regulatory & Safety Record 20%
Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.
- Includes
- Citations
- Citations/Inspection
- Severe Citations
- Fines
- Accreditations
04
Operational & Financial Stability 20%
Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.
- Includes
- Occupancy vs State
- Avg Length of Stay
- Revenue
- Payroll %
- Years in Operation
- Admin Tenure
05
Environment & Accessibility 5%
Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.
- Includes
- Walk Score
- BBB Rating
San Diego Nursing Home Facilities Overview
- Avg payroll costs: $8,772,945.40 (California avg: $6,440,675.14)
- Avg home costs: $10,968,881.60 (California avg: $7,865,538.87)
- Avg occupancy: 83.79% (California avg: 87.25%)
- Avg bed count: 119 (California avg: 109)
- Avg home revenue: $21,582,870.40 (California avg: $15,059,642.16)
Community-level financial and occupancy data
- BALBOA NURSING AND REHAB CENTER: 88.66% occupancy, 194 beds, $28,502,816.00 home revenue, $14,237,360.00 payroll costs, $11,734,362.00 home costs.
- HILLCREST HEIGHTS HEALTHCARE CENTER: 94.48% occupancy, 96 beds, $17,038,019.00 home revenue, $6,864,656.00 payroll costs, $6,860,688.00 home costs.
- KEARNY MESA CONVAL AND NURSING HOME: 81.12% occupancy, 88 beds, $16,806,112.00 home revenue, $6,049,478.00 payroll costs, $9,599,230.00 home costs.
- THE SHORES POST-ACUTE: 97.18% occupancy, 305 beds, $35,628,013.00 home revenue, $15,298,935.00 payroll costs, $16,915,667.00 home costs.
- BRIGHTON PLACE SAN DIEGO: 96.06% occupancy, 99 beds, $15,120,270.00 home revenue, $6,099,637.00 payroll costs, $9,054,599.00 home costs.
- THE PAVILION AT OCEAN POINT: 94.59% occupancy, 133 beds, $20,580,994.00 home revenue, $7,890,235.00 payroll costs, $11,297,134.00 home costs.
- JACOB HEALTH CARE CENTER: 91.95% occupancy, 168 beds, $27,811,316.00 home revenue, $14,277,108.00 payroll costs, $11,396,491.00 home costs.
- VILLA RANCHO BERNARDO HEALTH CARE: 96.09% occupancy, 299 beds, $54,673,387.00 home revenue, $18,256,348.00 payroll costs, $20,695,178.00 home costs.
- NAUTILUS HEALTHCARE INC.: 89.32% occupancy, 56 beds, $11,461,312.00 home revenue, $5,253,811.00 payroll costs, $4,387,406.00 home costs.
- BERNARDO HEIGHTS HEALTHCARE INC.: 95.58% occupancy, 120 beds, $25,134,876.00 home revenue, $11,625,312.00 payroll costs, $8,787,176.00 home costs.
- DEVONSHIRE HEALTHCARE INC.: 0.00% occupancy, 99 beds, $18,339,483.00 home revenue, $7,121,540.00 payroll costs, $8,148,913.00 home costs.
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| Metric | San Diego | California |
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| Avg payroll costs | $8,772,945.40 | $6,440,675.14 |
| Avg home costs | $10,968,881.60 | $7,865,538.87 |
| Avg occupancy | 83.79% | 87.25% |
| Avg bed count | 119 | 109 |
| Avg home revenue | $21,582,870.40 | $15,059,642.16 |
| Community | Occupancy | Beds | Home Revenue | Payroll Costs | Home Costs | Medicare | Medicaid | Private Pay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BALBOA NURSING AND REHAB CENTER | 88.66% | 194 | $28,502,816.00 | $14,237,360.00 | $11,734,362.00 | 31.22% | 6.90% | 61.88% |
| HILLCREST HEIGHTS HEALTHCARE CENTER | 94.48% | 96 | $17,038,019.00 | $6,864,656.00 | $6,860,688.00 | 18.62% | 62.69% | 18.69% |
| KEARNY MESA CONVAL AND NURSING HOME | 81.12% | 88 | $16,806,112.00 | $6,049,478.00 | $9,599,230.00 | 34.96% | 10.48% | 54.56% |
| THE SHORES POST-ACUTE | 97.18% | 305 | $35,628,013.00 | $15,298,935.00 | $16,915,667.00 | 6.70% | 84.30% | 9.00% |
| BRIGHTON PLACE SAN DIEGO | 96.06% | 99 | $15,120,270.00 | $6,099,637.00 | $9,054,599.00 | 13.38% | 77.20% | 9.42% |
| THE PAVILION AT OCEAN POINT | 94.59% | 133 | $20,580,994.00 | $7,890,235.00 | $11,297,134.00 | 24.65% | 65.59% | 9.76% |
| JACOB HEALTH CARE CENTER | 91.95% | 168 | $27,811,316.00 | $14,277,108.00 | $11,396,491.00 | 8.95% | 9.44% | 81.61% |
| VILLA RANCHO BERNARDO HEALTH CARE | 96.09% | 299 | $54,673,387.00 | $18,256,348.00 | $20,695,178.00 | 19.00% | 63.34% | 17.66% |
| NAUTILUS HEALTHCARE INC. | 89.32% | 56 | $11,461,312.00 | $5,253,811.00 | $4,387,406.00 | 44.50% | 25.68% | 29.82% |
| BERNARDO HEIGHTS HEALTHCARE INC. | 95.58% | 120 | $25,134,876.00 | $11,625,312.00 | $8,787,176.00 | 10.41% | 55.77% | 33.82% |
| DEVONSHIRE HEALTHCARE INC. | 0.00% | 99 | $18,339,483.00 | $7,121,540.00 | $8,148,913.00 | 7.08% | 73.52% | 19.40% |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in San Diego, CA
What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in California?
Assisted living in California is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.
Does California Medicaid cover nursing home care?
Yes — California Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.
What is nursing home care?
Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.
How many nursing homes are listed on this page?
This page features 11 nursing homes in San Diego, CA. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.
How do I choose the right nursing home in San Diego, CA?
Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in San Diego, CA, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.
What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in San Diego, CA?
Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.
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