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Capistrano Beach Care Center
35410 Del Rey, Dana Point, CA 92624
Overall★★★★★
Health inspection★★★★★
Staffing★★★★★
Quality measures★★★★★
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. CMS processed this record on 1 Aug 2026. View the Care Compare record.
Capistrano Beach Care Center is a For-profit, limited liability company nursing home in Dana Point, California, certified for 93 beds and caring for about 80 residents a day.
CMS gives it 1 of 5 stars overall, below the California median of 3; the health inspection rating is 2, staffing 1 and quality measures 4.
Inspectors recorded 81 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (27, 30, 24 by cycle, most recent first), none at the actual-harm level. That is 87.1 per 100 beds, more than the state median of 51.1.
CMS lists no fines or payment denials against the facility in the period covered.
Reported nurse staffing is 4.1 hours per resident per day (0.3 RN), close to the California median of 4.2; nursing staff turnover is 45.4%.
81health deficiencies, 3 survey cyclesnone at actual-harm level
$0fines listed by CMS0 penalties in period
4.1nurse hours per resident per daystate median 4.2
86%occupancy (residents ÷ beds)80 residents a day
Compared with county, state and nation
| Measure | This facility | Orange Co. median | California median | US average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating | 1 | 3 | 3 | 3.0 |
| Health citations, 3 cycles | 81 | 66 | 44 | 28.7 |
| Citations per 100 beds | 87.1 | 69.7 | 51.1 | 26.8 |
| Total nurse hours per resident day | 4.1 | 4.3 | 4.2 | 3.9 |
| RN hours per resident day | 0.3 | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.7 |
| Nursing staff turnover | 45.4% | 30.8% | 36.4% | 45.8% |
| Fines listed | $0 | $0 | $0 | — |
County and state figures are medians across facilities (72 in the county, 1165 in the state); the US column is the CMS national average where CMS publishes one.
Citations by survey cycle
Dark bar: this facility. Grey bar: California average per facility for the same cycle, as published by CMS. Standard health survey dates: 19 Nov 2025, 20 Sep 2024.
Severity mix: D ×66 E ×5 F ×3 B ×7
Health deficiencies
Every health citation in the current CMS record (three survey cycles), most recent first. Tag text is the CMS requirement summary, not the inspection narrative.
Scope and severity letters (A–L)
Isolated
Pattern
Widespread
Immediate jeopardy
J
K
L
Actual harm
G
H
I
Potential for more than minimal harm
D
E
F
Potential for minimal harm
A
B
C
| Survey date | Tag | What the tag requires | Severity | Type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 28 May 2026 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D | Complaint investigation | 27 Jun 2026 |
| 28 May 2026 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Complaint investigation | 27 Jun 2026 |
| 19 Nov 2025 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | E | Standard survey | 19 Dec 2025 |
| 19 Nov 2025 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E | Standard survey | 19 Dec 2025 |
| 19 Nov 2025 | F0908 | Keep all essential equipment working safely. | E | Standard survey | 19 Dec 2025 |
| 19 Nov 2025 | F0925 | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. | E | Standard survey | 19 Dec 2025 |
| 19 Nov 2025 | F0578 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 19 Dec 2025 |
| 19 Nov 2025 | F0585 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 19 Dec 2025 |
| 19 Nov 2025 | F0605 | Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. | D | Standard survey | 19 Dec 2025 |
| 19 Nov 2025 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Standard survey | 19 Dec 2025 |
| 19 Nov 2025 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Standard survey | 19 Dec 2025 |
| 19 Nov 2025 | F0692 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | D | Standard survey | 19 Dec 2025 |
| 19 Nov 2025 | F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | D | Standard survey | 19 Dec 2025 |
| 19 Nov 2025 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D | Standard survey | 19 Dec 2025 |
| 19 Nov 2025 | F0760 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. | D | Standard survey | 19 Dec 2025 |
| 19 Nov 2025 | F0761 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 19 Dec 2025 |
| 19 Nov 2025 | F0801 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 19 Dec 2025 |
| 19 Nov 2025 | F0802 | Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service. | D | Standard survey | 19 Dec 2025 |
| 19 Nov 2025 | F0803 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 19 Dec 2025 |
| 19 Nov 2025 | F0805 | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. | D | Standard survey | 19 Dec 2025 |
| 19 Nov 2025 | F0806 | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. | D | Standard survey | 19 Dec 2025 |
| 19 Nov 2025 | F0810 | Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance. | D | Standard survey | 19 Dec 2025 |
| 19 Nov 2025 | F0813 | Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors. | D | Standard survey | 19 Dec 2025 |
| 19 Nov 2025 | F0814 | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. | D | Standard survey | 19 Dec 2025 |
| 19 Nov 2025 | F0838 | Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies. | D | Standard survey | 19 Dec 2025 |
| 19 Nov 2025 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | B | Standard survey | 19 Dec 2025 |
| 11 Sep 2025 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | B | Complaint investigation | 11 Oct 2025 |
| 29 May 2025 | F0552 | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. | D | Complaint investigation | 28 Jun 2025 |
| 29 May 2025 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Complaint investigation | 28 Jun 2025 |
| 24 Jan 2025 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Complaint investigation | 23 Feb 2025 |
| 16 Jan 2025 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D | Complaint investigation | 15 Feb 2025 |
| 16 Jan 2025 | F0568 | Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home. | B | Complaint investigation | 15 Feb 2025 |
| 20 Sep 2024 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | E | Standard survey | 20 Oct 2024 |
| 20 Sep 2024 | F0552 | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. | D | Standard survey | 20 Oct 2024 |
| 20 Sep 2024 | F0554 | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. | D | Standard survey | 20 Oct 2024 |
| 20 Sep 2024 | F0558 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | D | Standard survey | 20 Oct 2024 |
| 20 Sep 2024 | F0565 | Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility. | D | Standard survey | 20 Oct 2024 |
| 20 Sep 2024 | F0578 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 20 Oct 2024 |
| 20 Sep 2024 | F0583 | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. | D | Standard survey | 20 Oct 2024 |
| 20 Sep 2024 | F0623 | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. | D | Standard survey | 20 Oct 2024 |
| 20 Sep 2024 | F0637 | Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition | D | Standard survey | 20 Oct 2024 |
| 20 Sep 2024 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | Standard survey | 20 Oct 2024 |
| 20 Sep 2024 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Standard survey | 20 Oct 2024 |
| 20 Sep 2024 | F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | D | Standard survey | 20 Oct 2024 |
| 20 Sep 2024 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Standard survey | 20 Oct 2024 |
| 20 Sep 2024 | F0692 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | D | Standard survey | 20 Oct 2024 |
| 20 Sep 2024 | F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | D | Standard survey | 20 Oct 2024 |
| 20 Sep 2024 | F0697 | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. | D | Standard survey | 20 Oct 2024 |
| 20 Sep 2024 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D | Standard survey | 20 Oct 2024 |
| 20 Sep 2024 | F0758 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 20 Oct 2024 |
| 20 Sep 2024 | F0800 | Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs. | D | Standard survey | 20 Oct 2024 |
| 20 Sep 2024 | F0847 | Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse. | D | Standard survey | 20 Oct 2024 |
| 20 Sep 2024 | F0849 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 20 Oct 2024 |
| 20 Sep 2024 | F0908 | Keep all essential equipment working safely. | D | Standard survey | 20 Oct 2024 |
| 20 Sep 2024 | F0925 | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. | D | Standard survey | 20 Oct 2024 |
| 20 Sep 2024 | F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | B | Standard survey | 20 Oct 2024 |
| 20 Sep 2024 | F0814 | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. | B | Standard survey | 20 Oct 2024 |
| 22 Jul 2024 | F0573 | Let each resident or the resident's legal representative access or purchase copies of all the resident's records. | B | Complaint investigation | 21 Aug 2024 |
| 3 Jul 2024 | F0921 | Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. | B | Complaint investigation | 2 Aug 2024 |
| 2 Apr 2024 | F0760 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. | D | Complaint investigation | 2 May 2024 |
| 29 Feb 2024 | F0692 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | D | Complaint investigation | 29 Mar 2024 |
| 29 Feb 2024 | F0757 | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. | D | Complaint investigation | 29 Mar 2024 |
| 29 Feb 2024 | F0804 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | D | Complaint investigation | 29 Mar 2024 |
| 29 Feb 2024 | F0908 | Keep all essential equipment working safely. | D | Complaint investigation | 29 Mar 2024 |
| 27 Dec 2023 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D | Complaint investigation | 27 Jan 2024 |
| 16 Aug 2023 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Complaint investigation | 16 Sep 2023 |
| 9 Dec 2021 | F0801 | 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. | F | Standard survey | 6 Jan 2022 |
| 9 Dec 2021 | F0803 | 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. | F | Standard survey | 6 Jan 2022 |
| 9 Dec 2021 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Standard survey | 6 Jan 2022 |
| 9 Dec 2021 | F0584 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 6 Jan 2022 |
| 9 Dec 2021 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | Standard survey | 6 Jan 2022 |
| 9 Dec 2021 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Standard survey | 6 Jan 2022 |
| 9 Dec 2021 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D | Standard survey | 6 Jan 2022 |
| 9 Dec 2021 | F0761 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 6 Jan 2022 |
| 9 Dec 2021 | F0804 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | D | Standard survey | 6 Jan 2022 |
| 9 Dec 2021 | F0805 | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. | D | Standard survey | 6 Jan 2022 |
| 9 Dec 2021 | F0806 | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. | D | Standard survey | 6 Jan 2022 |
| 9 Dec 2021 | F0813 | Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors. | D | Standard survey | 6 Jan 2022 |
| 9 Dec 2021 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D | Standard survey | 6 Jan 2022 |
| 9 Dec 2021 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Standard survey | 6 Jan 2022 |
| 9 Dec 2021 | F0887 | Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status. | D | Standard survey | 6 Jan 2022 |
Penalties
CMS lists no fines or payment denials for this facility in the period covered.
Staffing
Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the California average. Turnover: nursing staff 45.4%, RNs 50.0%; 0 administrators left in the reporting year.
Quality measures
| Measure | Residents | This facility | California median | US median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | Long Stay | 13.2% | 8.9% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 5.9% | 1.3% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 5.2% | 8.6% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 2.3% | 3.6% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 6.3% | 9.1% | 13.4% |
Four-quarter averages for the measures CMS uses in the quality-measure star rating (2025Q2-2026Q1). Lower is better for every measure listed. Medians are computed across facilities on this site.
Ownership
Ownership type: for-profit, limited liability company. Legal business name: Capo Beach Healthcare Llc.
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cbh Ops, LLC | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 50% | 06/30/2023 |
Only organisations are shown. CMS also records individual owners, officers and managing employees; this site does not publish people's names.
Other nursing homes in Orange County
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Freedom Village Healthcare Center | Lake Forest | 52 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 56 | 107.7 | — | 2 Jun 2026 |
| Greenfield Care Center of Fullerton, LLC | Fullerton | 99 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 30 | 30.3 | — | 2 Apr 2026 |
| La Palma Nursing Center | Anaheim | 72 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 62 | 86.1 | — | 6 Feb 2026 |
| Orchards Skilled Nursing | Rancho Mission Viejo | 49 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 39 | 79.6 | — | 17 Apr 2025 |
| Sun Mar Nursing Center | Anaheim | 69 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 20 | 29.0 | — | 3 Feb 2026 |
| The Grove Post Acute | Garden Grove | 97 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 39 | 40.2 | — | 10 Feb 2026 |
| Town & Country | Santa Ana | 96 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 53 | 55.2 | — | 10 Mar 2026 |
| Victoria Healthcare and Rehabilitation Center | Costa Mesa | 79 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 27 | 34.2 | — | 4 Sep 2025 |
All 72 facilities in Orange County
Questions and answers
How many deficiencies has Capistrano Beach Care Center been cited for?
81 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 0 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The California median is 44 per facility.
Has Capistrano Beach Care Center been fined?
CMS lists no fines against the facility in the period covered.
How does staffing at Capistrano Beach Care Center compare?
Reported total nurse staffing is 4.1 hours per resident per day against a California median of 4.2 and a national average of 3.9.
Who operates Capistrano Beach Care Center?
Ownership type is for-profit, limited liability company. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include Cbh Ops, LLC. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.
When was Capistrano Beach Care Center last inspected?
The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 28 May 2026; the most recent standard health survey was 19 Nov 2025.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Care Compare datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership and quality measures), processed 1 Aug 2026. Ratings and citations may change; the Care Compare record is authoritative.
Provenance
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare nursing home datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership, MDS quality measures, state and national averages), public domain, processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026. Facility record: Care Compare. Errors in processing are corrected at the next daily build; see corrections.