Nursing home · Escondido, CA
Palomar Heights Post Acute
1260 E Ohio Avenue, Escondido, CA 92027 · (760) 746-1100
Palomar Heights Post Acute is a 98-bed for-profit nursing home in Escondido, California (San Diego County). It has been certified to provide Medicare and Medicaid services since 2000. On average it cares for 89 residents a day (about 91% of its certified beds). It is part of Pacs Group, a group of 277 nursing homes. CMS gives it an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars; the average in California is 3.2.
Ratings
| CMS rating | Stars |
|---|---|
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Health inspections | ★★★★★ |
| Staffing | ★★★★★ |
| Quality measures | ★★★★★ |
Staffing
| Staffing | This home | California avg | US avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse hours per resident per day | 3.97 | 4.54 | 3.90 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.56 | 0.68 | 0.69 |
| Nurse hours per resident per day, weekends | 3.59 | – | – |
| Nursing staff turnover | 45% | 37% | 45% |
| RN turnover | 25% | – | – |
| Administrators who left | 1 | – | – |
Inspections and penalties
| Inspections & penalties | This home |
|---|---|
| Most recent standard health inspection | August 21, 2026 |
| Health deficiencies cited (most recent cycle) | 17 above the state average of 16 |
| …of which from complaint inspections | 5 |
| Federal fines (as reported by CMS) | 1 totalling $8,176 |
| Medicare payment denials | 1 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home provider information, Oct 2026 release (CMS Provider Data Catalog: Nursing homes). Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company. Legal business name: Palomar Heights Healthcare, LLC. Check the latest details and full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare. How to read these ratings →
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Assisted living nearby
- Oak Hill Residential CareEscondido · 0.2 mi · 15 residents
- Oak Hill Residential Care IIEscondido · 0.3 mi · 15 residents
- Oak Hill Residential Care ViiEscondido · 0.3 mi · 15 residents
- Oak Hill Residential Care IIIEscondido · 0.3 mi · 15 residents
Common questions
What is the star rating of Palomar Heights Post Acute?
CMS rates Palomar Heights Post Acute 4 out of 5 stars overall, with 3 stars for health inspections, 3 for staffing and 5 for quality measures (Medicare Care Compare).
How many beds does Palomar Heights Post Acute have?
98 certified beds, with an average of 89 residents a day.
Does Palomar Heights Post Acute accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for Medicare and Medicaid. Ask the nursing home about current availability for your coverage.
What is the phone number for Palomar Heights Post Acute?
(760) 746-1100. Address: 1260 E Ohio Avenue, Escondido, CA 92027.
Before you choose
- Visit at different times, including evenings and weekends.
- Ask how many residents each nurse and aide cares for on each shift.
- Read the latest inspection report and ask what has been fixed.
- Ask whether a bed is available for your coverage (Medicare, Medicaid or private pay).