Nursing home · La Jolla, CA
The Cove at la Jolla
7160 Fay Avenue, La Jolla, CA 92037 · (858) 459-4361
The Cove at la Jolla is a 59-bed for-profit nursing home in La Jolla, California (San Diego County). It has been certified to provide Medicare services since 1993. On average it cares for 52 residents a day (about 88% of its certified beds). It is part of The Ensign Group, a group of 347 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 | 4.91 | 4.54 | 3.90 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 1.18 | 0.68 | 0.69 |
| Nurse hours per resident per day, weekends | 4.35 | – | – |
| Nursing staff turnover | 39% | 37% | 45% |
| RN turnover | 38% | – | – |
| Administrators who left | 0 | – | – |
Inspections and penalties
| Inspections & penalties | This home |
|---|---|
| Most recent standard health inspection | May 16, 2025 |
| Health deficiencies cited (most recent cycle) | 7 below the state average of 16 |
| …of which from complaint inspections | 0 |
| Federal fines (as reported by CMS) | 0 |
| Medicare payment denials | 0 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home provider information, Oct 2026 release (CMS Provider Data Catalog: Nursing homes). Ownership: For profit - Corporation. Legal business name: Nautilus Healthcare, INC.. Check the latest details and full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare. How to read these ratings →
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Common questions
What is the star rating of The Cove at la Jolla?
CMS rates The Cove at la Jolla 4 out of 5 stars overall, with 4 stars for health inspections, 4 for staffing and 4 for quality measures (Medicare Care Compare).
How many beds does The Cove at la Jolla have?
59 certified beds, with an average of 52 residents a day.
Does The Cove at la Jolla accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for Medicare. Ask the nursing home about current availability for your coverage.
What is the phone number for The Cove at la Jolla?
(858) 459-4361. Address: 7160 Fay Avenue, La Jolla, CA 92037.
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).