| Palomar Heights Post Acute | |
| 1260 E Ohio Avenue, Escondido, California 92027 | |
| (760) 746-1100 | |
| Name | Palomar Heights Post Acute |
|---|---|
| Location | 1260 E Ohio Avenue, Escondido, California |
| Certified By | Medicare and Medicaid |
| No. of Certified Beds | 98 |
| Occupancy Rate | 84.29% |
| Medicare ID (CCN) | 555764 |
| Legal Business Name | Palomar Heights Healthcare, LLC |
| Ownership Type | For Profit - Limited Liability Company |
| Chain | Pacs Group (274 nursing homes) |
| Chain Average Overall Rating | 2.9 out of 5 |
| NPI Number | 1700510252 |
| Match | Confirmed listed in Medicare enrollment records |
| Organization Name | Palomar Heights Healthcare, LLC |
| Doing Business As | Palomar Heights Post Acute |
| Address | 1260 E Ohio Ave, Escondido, CA 92027 |
| Phone Number | 760-746-1100 |
| NPI Number | 1255337440 |
| Match | Possible same name, address or phone number |
| Organization Name | Palomar Heights Care Center, LLC |
| Address | 1260 E Ohio Ave, Escondido, CA 92027 |
| Phone Number | 760-746-1100 |
| Ratings from Surveys (Inspections): | |
| Ratings from Quality Measures: | |
| Ratings from Staffing Data: | |
| Overall Rating: |
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| Staffing Measure | Provider | National Avg. |
|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 4 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.64 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 1 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.36 | 2.32 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 3.51 | 3.42 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.59 | 0.48 |
| Physical therapist hours per resident per day | 0.16 | 0.07 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 42.3% | 45.8% |
| Registered nurse turnover | 11.1% | 42.9% |
| Number of administrators who have left the nursing home | 1 | 0.5 |
| Cited for abuse, neglect or exploitation of residents (Care Compare abuse icon) | No |
| Number of Fines | 1 |
| Total Amount of Fines in Dollars | $8,176 |
| Number of Payment Denials | 1 |
| Total Number of Penalties | 2 |
| Date | Deficiency | Harm Level | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 21, 2026 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. F0689, Quality of Life and Care, Complaint inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jun 19, 2026 |
| Apr 16, 2026 | Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge. F0627, Resident Rights, Complaint inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by May 16, 2026 |
| Apr 16, 2026 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. F0760, Pharmacy Service, Complaint inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by May 16, 2026 |
| Feb 17, 2026 | 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. F0761, Pharmacy Service, Complaint inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Mar 17, 2026 |
| Feb 17, 2026 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. F0842, Resident Assessment and Care Planning, Complaint inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Mar 17, 2026 |
| May 30, 2025 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. F0755, Pharmacy Service, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, pattern | Corrected by Jul 3, 2025 |
| May 30, 2025 | 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. F0761, Pharmacy Service, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, pattern | Corrected by Jul 3, 2025 |
| May 30, 2025 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. F0804, Nutrition and Dietary, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, pattern | Corrected by Jul 3, 2025 |
| May 30, 2025 | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. F0867, Administration, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, pattern | Corrected by Jul 3, 2025 |
| May 30, 2025 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. F0550, Resident Rights, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jul 3, 2025 |
| May 30, 2025 | 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. F0578, Resident Rights, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jul 3, 2025 |
| May 30, 2025 | 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. F0584, Resident Rights, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jul 3, 2025 |
| May 30, 2025 | Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition F0637, Resident Assessment and Care Planning, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jul 3, 2025 |
| May 30, 2025 | Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. F0640, Resident Assessment and Care Planning, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jul 3, 2025 |
| May 30, 2025 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. F0656, Resident Assessment and Care Planning, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jul 3, 2025 |
| May 30, 2025 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. F0657, Resident Assessment and Care Planning, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jul 3, 2025 |
| May 30, 2025 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. F0677, Quality of Life and Care, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jul 3, 2025 |
| May 30, 2025 | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. F0679, Quality of Life and Care, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jul 3, 2025 |
| May 30, 2025 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. F0689, Quality of Life and Care, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jul 3, 2025 |
| May 30, 2025 | Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent. F0699, Quality of Life and Care, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jul 3, 2025 |
| May 30, 2025 | Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. F0730, Nursing and Physician Services, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jul 3, 2025 |
| May 30, 2025 | Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs. F0800, Nutrition and Dietary, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jul 3, 2025 |
| May 30, 2025 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. F0842, Resident Assessment and Care Planning, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jul 3, 2025 |
| May 30, 2025 | 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. F0849, Administration, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jul 3, 2025 |
| May 30, 2025 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880, Infection Control, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jul 3, 2025 |
| Oct 16, 2024 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. F0883, Infection Control, Complaint inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Oct 16, 2024 |
| Oct 9, 2024 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. F0689, Quality of Life and Care, Complaint inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Nov 9, 2024 |
| Oct 9, 2024 | Keep all essential equipment working safely. F0908, Environmental, Complaint inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Nov 9, 2024 |
| Jun 21, 2024 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. F0684, Quality of Life and Care, Complaint inspection | Actual harm, isolated | Corrected by Jul 19, 2024 |
| Mar 15, 2024 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. F0609, Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation, Complaint inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Mar 29, 2024 |
| Quality Measure | Provider | National Avg. |
|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 2.99 | 13.87 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 3.69 | 5.19 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 0.2 | 0.82 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 0 | 1.59 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 9.92 | 12.8 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0 | 0.13 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 1.77 | 3.23 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 100 | 93.55 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 100 | 82.04 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 0.28 | 1.56 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 2.28 | 14.07 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 10.94 | 19.52 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 100 | 95.46 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 100 | 79.75 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 1.61 | 4.62 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 6.91 | 19.01 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 2.58 | 15.38 |
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