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Palomar Vista Healthcare Center, Escondido, CA: 2 star rating, no fines

Palomar Vista Healthcare Center in Escondido, CA is owned by The Ensign Group Inc, is rated 2 of 5 stars by Medicare, and had no fines in the three years to October 1, 2026. CMS lists 38 health citations from inspections in that time, the latest survey on January 15, 2026, and none of them found actual harm or immediate jeopardy.

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Address
201 N Fig Street, Escondido, CA 92025
Overall rating
2 of 5 stars
Health inspection rating
2 of 5
Staffing rating
4 of 5
Quality measure rating
4 of 5
Certified beds
74
Residents per day
68 on average
Ownership type
For profit, corporation
Legal business name
West Escondido Healthcare LLC
Chain
The Ensign Group, 347 facilities
Fines
$0 across 0 fines, three years to October 1, 2026
Payment denials
0
Health citations
38, of which 0 with actual harm or immediate jeopardy
Latest survey
January 15, 2026
CMS Certification Number
055067
On Care Compare
Medicare Care Compare

Recent health citations

Citations from health inspections, newest first.

Survey dateTagWhat CMS citedScope and severityStatusCorrected onSource
January 15, 2026F627Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 2, 2026data.cms.gov
September 12, 2025F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 7, 2025data.cms.gov
September 12, 2025F842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 7, 2025data.cms.gov
September 12, 2025F814Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 7, 2025data.cms.gov
September 12, 2025F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 7, 2025data.cms.gov
September 12, 2025F803Ensure 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.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 7, 2025data.cms.gov
September 12, 2025F761Ensure 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: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 7, 2025data.cms.gov
September 12, 2025F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 7, 2025data.cms.gov
September 12, 2025F700Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 7, 2025data.cms.gov
September 12, 2025F693Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 7, 2025data.cms.gov
September 12, 2025F679Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 7, 2025data.cms.gov
September 12, 2025F658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 7, 2025data.cms.gov
September 12, 2025F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 7, 2025data.cms.gov
September 12, 2025F645PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual DisabilitiesD: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 7, 2025data.cms.gov
September 12, 2025F644Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 7, 2025data.cms.gov
September 12, 2025F641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 7, 2025data.cms.gov
September 12, 2025F605Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 7, 2025data.cms.gov
September 12, 2025F584Honor 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.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 7, 2025data.cms.gov
September 12, 2025F578Honor 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: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 7, 2025data.cms.gov
September 12, 2025F561Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 7, 2025data.cms.gov
September 12, 2025F558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 7, 2025data.cms.gov
September 12, 2025F552Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 7, 2025data.cms.gov
January 21, 2025F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedFebruary 10, 2025data.cms.gov
August 29, 2024F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 29, 2024data.cms.gov
August 29, 2024F658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 29, 2024data.cms.gov
August 29, 2024F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedSeptember 29, 2024data.cms.gov
July 1, 2024F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 12, 2024data.cms.gov
July 1, 2024F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedJuly 19, 2024data.cms.gov
July 1, 2024F727Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 12, 2024data.cms.gov
July 1, 2024F698Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 12, 2024data.cms.gov
July 1, 2024F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 12, 2024data.cms.gov
July 1, 2024F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 12, 2024data.cms.gov
July 1, 2024F645PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual DisabilitiesD: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 12, 2024data.cms.gov
July 1, 2024F557Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedAugust 12, 2024data.cms.gov
April 3, 2024F554Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 30, 2024data.cms.gov
March 28, 2024F625Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedApril 11, 2024data.cms.gov
December 8, 2023F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedDecember 26, 2023data.cms.gov
October 2, 2023F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harmCorrectedOctober 11, 2023data.cms.gov

Owners and managers

Organizations CMS lists as owners or managers of this facility, as CMS names them. CMS also lists 11 individual or personal trusts (5 managers, 4 officers, directors or trustees, 2 other disclosable parties). Their names are not shown on this page.

OrganizationRoleShareSinceSource
The Ensign Group IncIndirect ownerNot listedJanuary 30, 2006data.cms.gov
Caretrust GP LLCAdditional disclosable partyNot listedJuly 1, 2003data.cms.gov
Caretrust REIT IncAdditional disclosable partyNot listedJuly 1, 2003data.cms.gov
CTR Partnership LPAdditional disclosable partyNot listedJuly 1, 2003data.cms.gov
Ensign Services IncAdditional disclosable partyNot listedJuly 1, 2003data.cms.gov
Fig Street Health Holdings LLCAdditional disclosable partyNot listedJuly 1, 2003data.cms.gov

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