nursing home in Santa Maria, CA

Santa Maria Post Acute

820 West Cook Street, Santa Maria, CA 93458 · (805) 925-8877

★★★★★2

Below average
CMS overall star rating

Health inspections★★★★★2
Staffing★★★★★2
Quality measures★★★★★4

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

Santa Maria Post Acute at a glance

Santa Maria Post Acute is a 55-bed for-profit nursing home in Santa Maria, California (Santa Barbara County).

CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the California average of 3.2.

Residents receive about 4.4 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 4.5 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (November 21, 2024) found 20 health citations. The California average is 15.5.

It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.

Facility details

Type: Nursing home
Ownership: For Profit - Limited Liability Company
Beds: 55
Certified for: Medicare and Medicaid
Medicare-certified since: February 1, 1971
Resident/family council: Resident
County: Santa Barbara County
CMS Certification Number: 055563

Ratings

Measure	This facility	California avg.	U.S. avg.	vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)	2 / 5	3.2 / 5	3 / 5	Worse
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)	2 / 5	2.8 / 5	2.8 / 5	Worse
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)	2 / 5	3.3 / 5	2.9 / 5	Worse
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)	4 / 5	4.1 / 5	3.6 / 5	Average
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)	5 / 5	4.4 / 5	3.8 / 5	Better
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)	4 / 5	3.6 / 5	3.3 / 5	Better

Staffing

Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. California and U.S. averages

Measure	This facility	California avg.	U.S. avg.	vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)	4.41 hrs	4.52 hrs	3.86 hrs	Better
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)	0.58 hrs	0.67 hrs	0.69 hrs	Worse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)	2.73 hrs	2.65 hrs	2.32 hrs	Better
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)	3.76 hrs	4.09 hrs	3.42 hrs	Better

Inspections

Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. California and U.S. averages

Measure	This facility	California avg.	U.S. avg.	vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)	20	16	9	Worse
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)	6	4	3	Worse
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)	98	105.8	80.6	Worse

Penalties

Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. California and U.S. averages

Measure	This facility	California avg.	U.S. avg.	vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)	0	1	1	Better
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)	$0	$23,986	$30,972	Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)	0	1	1	Better

Size

Measure	This facility	California avg.	U.S. avg.
Certified beds	55	99	107
Average residents per day	48	88	86
Occupancy	86.5%	88.4%	80.9%

Long-stay residents

Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. California and U.S. averages

Measure	This facility	California avg.	U.S. avg.	vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)	2%	1.6%	3.2%	Better
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)	4.3%	4.3%	4.6%	Better
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)	20.6%	12%	15.4%	Worse
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)	1.4%	1.2%	1.6%	Better
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)	0%	0.8%	0.8%	Better
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)	4.7%	10.2%	13.9%	Better
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)	1.6%	9.8%	14.1%	Better
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)	2.2%	4%	5.2%	Better
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)	4.3%	7.3%	12.8%	Better
Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better)	0%	0.4%	0.1%	Better
Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better)	22.2%	13.7%	19.5%	Worse
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)	2.6%	10.2%	19%	Better
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)	100%	98.2%	95.5%	Average
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)	100%	98.6%	93.6%	Better

Short-stay residents

Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. California and U.S. averages

Measure	This facility	California avg.	U.S. avg.	vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)	0%	1.5%	1.6%	Better
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)	100%	93.2%	79.8%	Better
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)	99.7%	94.4%	82%	Better

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 52 health deficiencies and 22 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.

Date	Citation	Severity	Status
June 30, 2026 Complaint	Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected July 22, 2026
June 30, 2026 Complaint	Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected July 22, 2026
May 1, 2026 Complaint	Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected June 16, 2026
April 14, 2026 Complaint	Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected May 28, 2026
April 14, 2026 Complaint	Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected May 28, 2026
April 1, 2026 Complaint	Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected April 27, 2026
March 11, 2025 Complaint	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. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected March 12, 2025
February 19, 2025 Complaint	Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected March 25, 2025
January 6, 2025 Complaint	Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected January 7, 2025
December 3, 2024 Complaint	Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0919	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected December 21, 2024
December 3, 2024 Complaint	Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected December 21, 2024
November 21, 2024 Fire safety	Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0026	F Potential harm, widespread	Corrected January 16, 2025
November 21, 2024 Fire safety	Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355	E Potential harm, pattern	Corrected December 4, 2024
November 21, 2024 Fire safety	Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected February 3, 2025
November 21, 2024 Fire safety	Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected January 16, 2025
November 21, 2024 Fire safety	Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected December 3, 2024
November 21, 2024 Fire safety	Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345	C No harm, widespread	Corrected January 16, 2025
November 21, 2024 Fire safety	Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293	C No harm, widespread	Corrected December 6, 2024
November 21, 2024 Standard	Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812	F Potential harm, widespread	Corrected November 22, 2024
November 21, 2024 Standard	Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725	E Potential harm, pattern	Corrected December 15, 2024
November 21, 2024 Standard	Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected November 22, 2024
November 21, 2024 Standard	Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected November 22, 2024
November 21, 2024 Standard	Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected November 22, 2024
November 21, 2024 Standard	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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected November 22, 2024
November 21, 2024 Standard	Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected November 22, 2024
November 21, 2024 Standard	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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected November 22, 2024
November 21, 2024 Standard	Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected November 22, 2024
November 21, 2024 Standard	Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected November 22, 2024
November 21, 2024 Standard	Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected November 22, 2024
November 21, 2024 Standard	Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0577	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected November 22, 2024
November 21, 2024 Standard	Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected November 22, 2024
November 21, 2024 Standard	Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0921	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected December 4, 2024
August 22, 2024 Complaint	Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected October 17, 2024
April 19, 2024 Complaint	Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0836	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected May 2, 2024
April 10, 2024 Complaint	Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0604	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected April 22, 2024
February 13, 2024 Complaint	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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0625	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected February 21, 2024
January 25, 2024 Complaint	Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected February 2, 2024
August 18, 2022 Fire safety	Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353	E Potential harm, pattern	Corrected September 27, 2022
August 18, 2022 Fire safety	Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712	E Potential harm, pattern	Corrected September 27, 2022
August 18, 2022 Fire safety	Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected September 27, 2022
August 18, 2022 Fire safety	Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0004	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected September 27, 2022
August 18, 2022 Fire safety	Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0006	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected September 27, 2022
August 18, 2022 Fire safety	Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0026	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected September 27, 2022
August 18, 2022 Fire safety	Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected September 27, 2022
August 18, 2022 Fire safety	Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected September 27, 2022
August 18, 2022 Fire safety	Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected September 27, 2022
August 18, 2022 Fire safety	Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected September 27, 2022
August 18, 2022 Fire safety	Install properly constructed windows in hallway walls or doors. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0364	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected September 27, 2022
August 18, 2022 Fire safety	Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected September 27, 2022
August 18, 2022 Standard	Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759	E Potential harm, pattern	Corrected September 12, 2022
August 18, 2022 Standard	Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812	E Potential harm, pattern	Corrected September 12, 2022
August 18, 2022 Standard	Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880	E Potential harm, pattern	Corrected September 12, 2022
August 18, 2022 Standard	Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656	E Potential harm, pattern	Corrected September 12, 2022
August 18, 2022 Standard	Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0886	E Potential harm, pattern	Corrected September 12, 2022
August 18, 2022 Standard	Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected September 12, 2022
August 18, 2022 Standard	Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected September 12, 2022
August 18, 2022 Standard	Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected September 12, 2022
August 18, 2022 Standard	Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0825	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected September 12, 2022
August 18, 2022 Standard	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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected September 12, 2022
August 18, 2022 Standard	Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected September 12, 2022
May 23, 2019 Fire safety	Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected June 20, 2019
May 23, 2019 Fire safety	Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0223	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected June 20, 2019
May 23, 2019 Fire safety	Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0914	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected June 20, 2019
May 23, 2019 Standard	Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812	F Potential harm, widespread	Corrected June 20, 2019
May 23, 2019 Standard	Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880	F Potential harm, widespread	Corrected June 20, 2019
May 23, 2019 Standard	Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658	E Potential harm, pattern	Corrected June 20, 2019
May 23, 2019 Standard	Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected June 20, 2019
May 23, 2019 Standard	Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected June 20, 2019
May 23, 2019 Standard	Ensure that the facility has sufficient staff members who possess the competencies and skills to meet the behavioral health needs of residents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0741	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected June 18, 2019
May 23, 2019 Standard	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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected June 20, 2019
May 23, 2019 Standard	Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0577	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected June 20, 2019
May 23, 2019 Standard	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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected June 20, 2019
May 23, 2019 Standard	Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected June 20, 2019
May 23, 2019 Standard	Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0825	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected June 20, 2019

Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.

Fines and payment denials

CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.

Owners and managers

Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.

Name	Role	Share	Since
MAYER, HELENE Individual	5% or greater direct ownership interest	50%	12/01/2019
TANNER, BRYAN Individual	5% or greater direct ownership interest	50%	12/01/2019
MAYER PP ASSOCIATES, LLC Organization	operational/managerial control	NOT APPLICABLE	12/01/2019
TANNER, BRYAN Individual	operational/managerial control	NOT APPLICABLE	12/01/2019
ZERMATT U.S. HEALTH SERVICES, LLC Organization	operational/managerial control	NOT APPLICABLE	12/01/2019

Frequently asked questions

What is Santa Maria Post Acute's rating?

Santa Maria Post Acute has 2 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for California nursing homes is 3.2 stars.

How many inspection citations did Santa Maria Post Acute receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 20 citations, compared with a California average of 15.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Santa Maria Post Acute accept Medicare and Medicaid?

CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.

Who owns Santa Maria Post Acute?

It is for profit - limited liability company. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Santa Maria Post Acute and how do I contact it?

Santa Maria Post Acute is at 820 West Cook Street, Santa Maria, CA 93458. Phone: (805) 925-8877.

About this data

Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.