nursing home in Escondido, CA

Palomar Heights Post Acute

1260 E Ohio Avenue, Escondido, CA 92027 · (760) 746-1100

★★★★★3

Average
CMS overall star rating

Health inspections★★★★★2
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

Palomar Heights Post Acute at a glance

Palomar Heights Post Acute is a 98-bed for-profit nursing home in Escondido, California (San Diego County).

CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the California average of 3.2.

Residents receive about 4 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 4.5 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (May 30, 2025) found 25 health citations. The California average is 15.5.

Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $8,176.

Nursing staff turnover is 42.3% per year (state average 36.7%).

Facility details

Type: Nursing home
Ownership: For Profit - Limited Liability Company
Beds: 98
Certified for: Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity: Pacs Group
Medicare-certified since: December 6, 2000
Resident/family council: Resident
County: San Diego County
CMS Certification Number: 555764

Ratings

Measure	This facility	California avg.	U.S. avg.	vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)	3 / 5	3.2 / 5	3 / 5	Average
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)	2 / 5	2.8 / 5	2.8 / 5	Worse
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
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)	5 / 5	4.4 / 5	3.8 / 5	Better
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)	5 / 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)	4.00 hrs	4.52 hrs	3.86 hrs	Average
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)	0.64 hrs	0.67 hrs	0.69 hrs	Worse
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)	2.36 hrs	2.65 hrs	2.32 hrs	Average
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)	3.51 hrs	4.09 hrs	3.42 hrs	Average
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)	42.3%	36.7%	45.8%	Better
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)	11.1%	38.1%	42.9%	Better
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)	1	0	1	Worse

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)	25	16	9	Worse
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)	5	4	3	Worse
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)	116	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)	1	1	1	Worse
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)	$8,176	$23,986	$30,972	Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)	2	1	1	Worse

Size

Measure	This facility	California avg.	U.S. avg.
Certified beds	98	99	107
Average residents per day	83	88	86
Occupancy	84.3%	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)	1.8%	1.6%	3.2%	Better
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)	1.6%	4.3%	4.6%	Better
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)	2.6%	12%	15.4%	Better
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)	0%	1.2%	1.6%	Better
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)	0.2%	0.8%	0.8%	Better
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)	3%	10.2%	13.9%	Better
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)	2.3%	9.8%	14.1%	Better
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)	3.7%	4%	5.2%	Better
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)	9.9%	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)	10.9%	13.7%	19.5%	Better
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)	6.9%	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)	0.3%	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)	100%	94.4%	82%	Better

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 54 health deficiencies and 12 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.

Date	Citation	Severity	Status
May 21, 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 June 19, 2026
April 16, 2026 Complaint	Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0627	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected May 16, 2026
April 16, 2026 Complaint	Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected May 16, 2026
February 17, 2026 Complaint	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 March 17, 2026
February 17, 2026 Complaint	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 March 17, 2026
May 30, 2025 Fire safety	Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918	F Potential harm, widespread	Corrected June 6, 2025
May 30, 2025 Fire safety	Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353	F Potential harm, widespread	Corrected June 13, 2025
May 30, 2025 Fire safety	Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected June 13, 2025
May 30, 2025 Fire safety	Provide emergency officials' contact information. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0031	C No harm, widespread	Corrected June 13, 2025
May 30, 2025 Fire safety	Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0006	C No harm, widespread	Corrected June 13, 2025
May 30, 2025 Standard	Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867	E Potential harm, pattern	Corrected July 3, 2025
May 30, 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	E Potential harm, pattern	Corrected July 3, 2025
May 30, 2025 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	E Potential harm, pattern	Corrected July 3, 2025
May 30, 2025 Standard	Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804	E Potential harm, pattern	Corrected July 3, 2025
May 30, 2025 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 July 3, 2025
May 30, 2025 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 July 3, 2025
May 30, 2025 Standard	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 July 3, 2025
May 30, 2025 Standard	Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected July 3, 2025
May 30, 2025 Standard	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. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0849	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected July 3, 2025
May 30, 2025 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 July 3, 2025
May 30, 2025 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 July 3, 2025
May 30, 2025 Standard	Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0730	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected July 3, 2025
May 30, 2025 Standard	Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0699	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected July 3, 2025
May 30, 2025 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 July 3, 2025
May 30, 2025 Standard	Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected July 3, 2025
May 30, 2025 Standard	Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected July 3, 2025
May 30, 2025 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 July 3, 2025
May 30, 2025 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 July 3, 2025
May 30, 2025 Standard	Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0640	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected July 3, 2025
May 30, 2025 Standard	Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0637	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected July 3, 2025
October 16, 2024 Complaint	Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected October 16, 2024
October 9, 2024 Complaint	Keep all essential equipment working safely. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0908	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected November 9, 2024
October 9, 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 November 9, 2024
June 21, 2024 Complaint	Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684	G Actual harm, isolated	Corrected July 19, 2024
March 15, 2024 Complaint	Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected March 29, 2024
February 15, 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 March 15, 2024
December 27, 2023 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 January 16, 2024
November 27, 2023 Complaint	Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0607	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected November 27, 2023
September 25, 2023 Complaint	Protect each resident from separation (from other residents, his/her room, or confinement to his/her room). Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0603	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected October 25, 2023
March 17, 2022 Fire safety	Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected April 8, 2022
March 17, 2022 Fire safety	Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0006	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected April 8, 2022
March 17, 2022 Fire safety	Have exits that are accessible at all times. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected April 8, 2022
March 17, 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 April 8, 2022
March 17, 2022 Fire safety	Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected April 8, 2022
March 17, 2022 Standard	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. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0801	E Potential harm, pattern	Corrected April 17, 2022
March 17, 2022 Standard	Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0638	E Potential harm, pattern	Corrected April 17, 2022
March 17, 2022 Standard	Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0805	E Potential harm, pattern	Corrected April 17, 2022
March 17, 2022 Standard	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. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0803	E Potential harm, pattern	Corrected April 17, 2022
March 17, 2022 Standard	Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0802	E Potential harm, pattern	Corrected April 17, 2022
March 17, 2022 Standard	Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0640	E Potential harm, pattern	Corrected April 17, 2022
March 17, 2022 Standard	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 April 17, 2022
March 17, 2022 Standard	Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected April 17, 2022
March 17, 2022 Standard	Keep all essential equipment working safely. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0908	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected April 17, 2022
March 17, 2022 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 April 17, 2022
November 7, 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 December 30, 2019
November 7, 2019 Fire safety	Meet requirements for operating features, such as evacuation plans, fire drills, smoking regulations, draperies, decorations and the inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0700	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected December 30, 2019
November 7, 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 December 7, 2019
November 7, 2019 Standard	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 December 7, 2019
November 7, 2019 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 December 7, 2019
November 7, 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 December 7, 2019
November 7, 2019 Standard	Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0802	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected December 7, 2019
November 7, 2019 Standard	Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0805	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected December 7, 2019
November 7, 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 December 7, 2019
November 7, 2019 Standard	Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880	D Potential harm, isolated	Corrected December 7, 2019
November 7, 2019 Standard	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 December 7, 2019
November 7, 2019 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 December 7, 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 2 federal penalties in the past three years, including $8,176 in fines.

Date	Penalty	Amount / length
June 21, 2024	Payment Denial	9 days from July 10, 2024
June 21, 2024	Fine	$8,176

Owners and managers

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

Name	Role	Share	Since
PROVIDENCE GROUP INC Organization	5% or greater direct ownership interest	100%	06/15/2022
APT, FREDERICK Individual	corporate officer	NOT APPLICABLE	06/15/2022
HANCOCK, MARK Individual	corporate officer	NOT APPLICABLE	06/15/2022
MITCHELL, JOHN Individual	corporate officer	NOT APPLICABLE	06/15/2022
MURRAY, JASON Individual	corporate officer	NOT APPLICABLE	06/15/2022
WARR, BRANDON Individual	operational/managerial control	NOT APPLICABLE	08/01/2022
WARR, BRANDON Individual	w-2 managing employee	NOT APPLICABLE	08/01/2022

Frequently asked questions

What is Palomar Heights Post Acute's rating?

Palomar Heights Post Acute has 3 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 Palomar Heights Post Acute receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 25 citations, compared with a California average of 15.5. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Palomar Heights 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 Palomar Heights Post Acute?

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

Where is Palomar Heights Post Acute and how do I contact it?

Palomar Heights Post Acute is at 1260 E Ohio Avenue, Escondido, CA 92027. Phone: (760) 746-1100.

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.