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Buena Vista Care Center

1440 S Euclid Avenue, Anaheim, CA 92802 · Orange County

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Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 89% full (88 of 99 beds occupied on an average day).

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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.

A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Anaheim

Buena Vista Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Anaheim, CA, with 99 certified beds and an average of about 88 residents per day. It operates as part of the Cambridge Healthcare Services network.

Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 4.01 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.43 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 31.6%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 17 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.01 hrs/resident/day)
✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•17 deficiencies at last survey

Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Anaheim, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.

At a glance

Certified beds: 99
Avg. residents/day: 88
Ownership: For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Cambridge Healthcare Services
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 055459

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating

Health inspections

Staffing

Quality measures

Pricing & cost

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$11,400–$17,130/mo (median $13,790)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Anaheim prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 4.01; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.43; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 31.6%; National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 17
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2025-12-18
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (68 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-12-18Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

2025-12-18Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-12-18Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

2025-12-18Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

2025-12-18Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

2025-12-18Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

2025-12-18Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

2025-12-18Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Physical therapy
✓ Occupational therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Respite / short-term stays
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Studio apartments
✓ 24-hour staff

Location

1440 S Euclid Avenue, Anaheim, CA

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Reviews & reputation

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Google

3.9

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Common questions about Buena Vista Care Center

How much does Buena Vista Care Center cost?

Buena Vista Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Anaheim, CA area typically runs $11,400–$17,130 per month (median $13,790, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Buena Vista Care Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Buena Vista Care Center 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Buena Vista Care Center?

Staff provide about 4.01 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 31.6% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Buena Vista Care Center?

Buena Vista Care Center has 68 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-12-18). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Buena Vista Care Center have availability?

Typically 89% full (88 of 99 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Buena Vista Care Center offer?

Buena Vista Care Center in Anaheim, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 99 beds.

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