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Santa Fe Post-Acute
247 E. Bobier Drive, Vista, CA 92084
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.
Santa Fe Post-Acute is a For-profit, limited liability company nursing home in Vista, California, certified for 187 beds and caring for about 178 residents a day.
CMS gives it 2 of 5 stars overall, below the California median of 3; the health inspection rating is 2, staffing 2 and quality measures 3.
Inspectors recorded 48 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (12, 18, 18 by cycle, most recent first), 3 of them at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. That is 25.7 per 100 beds, fewer than the state median of 51.1.
CMS lists 2 penalties in the period covered: fines totalling $64K and 1 payment denial.
Reported nurse staffing is 3.8 hours per resident per day (0.3 RN), close to the California median of 4.2.
Compared with county, state and nation
| Measure | This facility | San Diego Co. median | California median | US average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating | 2 | 4 | 3 | 3.0 |
| Health citations, 3 cycles | 48 | 35 | 44 | 28.7 |
| Citations per 100 beds | 25.7 | 34.2 | 51.1 | 26.8 |
| Total nurse hours per resident day | 3.8 | 4.2 | 4.2 | 3.9 |
| RN hours per resident day | 0.3 | 0.6 | 0.5 | 0.7 |
| Nursing staff turnover | — | 37.5% | 36.4% | 45.8% |
| Fines listed | $64,269 | $0 | $0 | — |
County and state figures are medians across facilities (83 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: 2 May 2025, 14 Jul 2022.
Severity mix: K ×1 G ×2 D ×33 E ×10 F ×2
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)
| Survey date | Tag | What the tag requires | Severity | Type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Mar 2026 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Complaint investigation | 16 Apr 2026 |
| 2 Feb 2026 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Complaint investigation | 31 Mar 2026 |
| 4 Sep 2025 | F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | D | Complaint investigation | 15 Oct 2025 |
| 4 Sep 2025 | F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | D | Complaint investigation | 15 Oct 2025 |
| 4 Sep 2025 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Complaint investigation | 15 Oct 2025 |
| 19 May 2025 | F0561 | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. | D | Complaint investigation | 19 Jun 2025 |
| 2 May 2025 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | E | Standard survey | 2 Jun 2025 |
| 2 May 2025 | F0567 | Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs. | D | Standard survey | 2 Jun 2025 |
| 2 May 2025 | F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | D | Standard survey | 2 Jun 2025 |
| 2 May 2025 | 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 | 2 Jun 2025 |
| 2 May 2025 | F0698 | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. | D | Standard survey | 2 Jun 2025 |
| 2 May 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 | 2 Jun 2025 |
| 2 May 2025 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Standard survey | 2 Jun 2025 |
| 6 Feb 2025 | F0636 | Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. | D | Complaint investigation | 6 Mar 2025 |
| 31 May 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 | Complaint investigation | 1 Jul 2024 |
| 21 Sep 2023 | F0741 | Ensure that the facility has sufficient staff members who possess the competencies and skills to meet the behavioral health needs of residents. | K | Complaint investigation | 6 Nov 2023 |
| 21 Sep 2023 | F0740 | Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services. | G | Complaint investigation | 27 Nov 2023 |
| 21 Sep 2023 | 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. | G | Complaint investigation | 6 Nov 2023 |
| 21 Sep 2023 | F0580 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | D | Complaint investigation | 6 Nov 2023 |
| 7 Sep 2023 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | Complaint investigation | 8 Sep 2023 |
| 14 Jul 2022 | F0698 | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. | E | Standard survey | 12 Aug 2022 |
| 14 Jul 2022 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | E | Standard survey | 12 Aug 2022 |
| 14 Jul 2022 | 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. | E | Standard survey | 12 Aug 2022 |
| 14 Jul 2022 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | E | Standard survey | 12 Aug 2022 |
| 14 Jul 2022 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E | Standard survey | 12 Aug 2022 |
| 14 Jul 2022 | 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 | 12 Aug 2022 |
| 14 Jul 2022 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Standard survey | 12 Aug 2022 |
| 14 Jul 2022 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Standard survey | 12 Aug 2022 |
| 14 Jul 2022 | F0756 | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. | D | Standard survey | 12 Aug 2022 |
| 14 Jul 2022 | 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 | 12 Aug 2022 |
| 14 Jul 2022 | F0760 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. | D | Standard survey | 12 Aug 2022 |
| 14 Jul 2022 | F0802 | Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service. | D | Standard survey | 12 Aug 2022 |
| 14 Jul 2022 | 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 | 12 Aug 2022 |
| 14 Jul 2022 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | D | Standard survey | 12 Aug 2022 |
| 14 Jul 2022 | F0813 | Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors. | D | Standard survey | 12 Aug 2022 |
| 14 Jul 2022 | F0914 | Provide bedrooms that don't allow residents to see each other when privacy is needed. | D | Standard survey | 12 Aug 2022 |
| 7 Feb 2019 | 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 | 7 Feb 2019 |
| 7 Feb 2019 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Standard survey | 7 Feb 2019 |
| 7 Feb 2019 | F0804 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | E | Standard survey | 4 Apr 2019 |
| 7 Feb 2019 | F0813 | Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors. | E | Standard survey | 4 Apr 2019 |
| 7 Feb 2019 | 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. | E | Standard survey | 4 Apr 2019 |
| 7 Feb 2019 | F0908 | Keep all essential equipment working safely. | E | Standard survey | 7 Feb 2019 |
| 7 Feb 2019 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | D | Standard survey | 4 Apr 2019 |
| 7 Feb 2019 | 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 | 4 Apr 2019 |
| 7 Feb 2019 | F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | D | Standard survey | 4 Apr 2019 |
| 7 Feb 2019 | F0690 | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. | D | Standard survey | 4 Apr 2019 |
| 7 Feb 2019 | 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 | 4 Apr 2019 |
| 7 Feb 2019 | F0925 | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. | D | Standard survey | 4 Apr 2019 |
Penalties
| Date | Type | Amount | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Sep 2025 | Payment denial | — | 15 days |
| 4 Sep 2025 | Fine | $64,269 |
Staffing
Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the California average. Turnover: nursing staff —, RNs —; — 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 | 7.4% | 8.9% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 0.1% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 3.6% | 1.3% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 0.5% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 8.8% | 8.6% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 3.4% | 3.6% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 19.1% | 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: Skilled Bobier Llc. Chain: Bayshire Senior Communities (7 facilities).
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bayshire LLC | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 04/01/2024 |
| Caretrust Reit Inc | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2023 |
| Ctr Partnership LP | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2023 |
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 San Diego County
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arbor Hills Nursing Center | La Mesa | 100 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 37 | 37.0 | $13K | 12 Feb 2026 |
| Arroyo Vista Nursing Center | San Diego | 53 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 26 | 49.1 | — | 29 Jan 2026 |
| Bayshire Torrey Pines Post-Acute | San Diego | 45 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 50 | 111.1 | $87K | 25 Mar 2026 |
| Bradley Court | El Cajon | 56 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 19 | 33.9 | — | 13 Mar 2025 |
| Carlsbad By the Sea | Carlsbad | 33 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 8 | 24.2 | — | 25 Mar 2026 |
| Escondido Post Acute | Escondido | 180 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 42 | 23.3 | — | 1 Apr 2026 |
| Friendship Manor Nursing & Rehab Center | National City | 104 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 29 | 27.9 | $297K | 24 Jul 2025 |
| Glenbrook | Carlsbad | 94 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 24 | 25.5 | $9K | 19 Sep 2025 |
All 83 facilities in San Diego County
Questions and answers
How many deficiencies has Santa Fe Post-Acute been cited for?
48 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 3 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The California median is 44 per facility.
Has Santa Fe Post-Acute been fined?
Yes. CMS lists fines totalling $64K in the period covered, plus 1 payment denial.
How does staffing at Santa Fe Post-Acute compare?
Reported total nurse staffing is 3.8 hours per resident per day against a California median of 4.2 and a national average of 3.9.
Who operates Santa Fe Post-Acute?
It is part of the Bayshire Senior Communities chain. Ownership type is for-profit, limited liability company. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include Bayshire LLC. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.
When was Santa Fe Post-Acute last inspected?
The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 23 Mar 2026; the most recent standard health survey was 2 May 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.