nursing home in San Diego, CA
The Springs at Pacific Regent
3884 Nobel Drive, San Diego, CA 92122 · (858) 625-8700
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
The Springs at Pacific Regent at a glance
The Springs at Pacific Regent is a 59-bed for-profit nursing home in San Diego, California (San Diego County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the California average of 3.2.
Residents receive about 5.1 hours of nursing care per day (0.8 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4.5 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (August 6, 2025) found 4 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
- 59
- Certified for
- Medicare
- Chain / affiliated entity
- The Ensign Group
- Medicare-certified since
- June 28, 1999
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- San Diego County
- CMS Certification Number
- 555739
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 5.06 hrs | 4.52 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.76 hrs | 0.67 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.47 hrs | 2.65 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.12 hrs | 4.09 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 4 | 16 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 4 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 28 | 105.8 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| 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. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 59 | 99 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 57 | 88 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 95.8% | 88.4% | 80.9% |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | California avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 96% | 93.2% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.9% | 94.4% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 19 health deficiencies and 6 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 6, 2025 Fire safety | Use approved construction type or materials. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 13, 2025 |
| August 6, 2025 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 August 29, 2025 |
| August 6, 2025 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 August 29, 2025 |
| August 6, 2025 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 August 29, 2025 |
| August 6, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 29, 2025 |
| September 5, 2024 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 October 10, 2024 |
| July 11, 2024 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 13, 2024 |
| May 17, 2024 Complaint | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 11, 2024 |
| March 8, 2024 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 1, 2024 |
| March 8, 2024 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 April 1, 2024 |
| August 25, 2023 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 1, 2023 |
| August 25, 2023 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 1, 2023 |
| August 25, 2023 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 September 1, 2023 |
| August 25, 2023 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 September 1, 2023 |
| August 25, 2023 Standard | Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0636 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 1, 2023 |
| August 25, 2023 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 September 1, 2023 |
| August 25, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 1, 2023 |
| August 25, 2023 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 1, 2023 |
| February 14, 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 May 8, 2019 |
| February 14, 2019 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 8, 2019 |
| February 14, 2019 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 8, 2019 |
| February 14, 2019 Standard | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 19, 2019 |
| February 14, 2019 Standard | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0585 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 19, 2019 |
| February 14, 2019 Standard | Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0800 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 19, 2019 |
| February 14, 2019 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 March 19, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| AFSHAR, POUYA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2022 |
| ENSIGN SERVICES INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2011 |
| NOBEL HEALTH PROPERTIES LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2011 |
| STEVENSON, MATTHEW Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/15/2016 |
| THE ENSIGN GROUP INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2011 |
| BURNAM, SOON Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2011 |
| KEETCH, CHAD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2011 |
| PORT, BARRY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2011 |
| WILLITS, ADAM Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2017 |
| AFSHAR, POUYA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2022 |
| BURNAM, SOON Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2011 |
| STEVENSON, MATTHEW Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/15/2016 |
| AFSHAR, POUYA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2022 |
| STEVENSON, MATTHEW Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/15/2016 |
| TWOMAGNETS LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2011 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is The Springs at Pacific Regent's rating?
The Springs at Pacific Regent has 5 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 The Springs at Pacific Regent receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 4 citations, compared with a California average of 15.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does The Springs at Pacific Regent accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns The Springs at Pacific Regent?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of The Ensign Group. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is The Springs at Pacific Regent and how do I contact it?
The Springs at Pacific Regent is at 3884 Nobel Drive, San Diego, CA 92122. Phone: (858) 625-8700.
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.