Nursing home · Santa Monica, CA
Santa Monica Health Care Center
1320 20Th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90404 · (310) 829-4301
Santa Monica Health Care Center is a 59-bed for-profit nursing home in Santa Monica, California (Los Angeles County). It has been certified to provide Medicare and Medicaid services since 1970. On average it cares for 51 residents a day (about 86% of its certified beds). It is part of Mariner Health Care, a group of 17 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 | 0.71 | 0.68 | 0.69 |
| Nurse hours per resident per day, weekends | 4.20 | – | – |
| Nursing staff turnover | 41% | 37% | 45% |
| RN turnover | 56% | – | – |
| Administrators who left | 0 | – | – |
Inspections and penalties
| Inspections & penalties | This home |
|---|---|
| Most recent standard health inspection | July 17, 2026 |
| Health deficiencies cited (most recent cycle) | 12 below the state average of 16 |
| …of which from complaint inspections | 3 |
| Federal fines (as reported by CMS) | 0 |
| 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 - Partnership. Legal business name: Santa Monica Operating Company LP. Check the latest details and full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare. How to read these ratings →
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Assisted living nearby
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Common questions
What is the star rating of Santa Monica Health Care Center?
CMS rates Santa Monica Health Care Center 4 out of 5 stars overall, with 3 stars for health inspections, 4 for staffing and 5 for quality measures (Medicare Care Compare).
How many beds does Santa Monica Health Care Center have?
59 certified beds, with an average of 51 residents a day.
Does Santa Monica Health Care Center 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 Santa Monica Health Care Center?
(310) 829-4301. Address: 1320 20Th Street, Santa Monica, CA 90404.
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).