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Carlsbad By the Sea

2855 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad, CA 92008 · San Diego County

Carlsbad By The Sea Retirement Community | Explore a variety of care options, services and amenities in Carlsbad.

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Exceptional

Haven Scout Score

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

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 85% full (28 of 33 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

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One of Carlsbad's top-rated skilled nursing communities

Carlsbad By the Sea is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Carlsbad, CA, with 33 certified beds and an average of about 28 residents per day. It operates as part of the Front Porch network. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.

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

Staff provide about 5.14 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.56 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 21.9%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 4 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓5-star overall CMS rating
✓Strong health-inspection rating
✓Above-average nurse staffing (5.14 hrs/resident/day)
✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system

Things to ask about

None noted in the public data.

Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Carlsbad for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds: 33
Avg. residents/day: 28
Ownership: Non profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Front Porch
Continuing care: Yes — multiple care levels
CMS provider #: 056496

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	$11,230–$16,870/mo (median $13,580)	Local market estimate
Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)	$3,190–$7,610/mo (median $7,430)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local San Diego 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: 5.14; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.56; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 21.9%; 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): 4
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2024-12-05
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (12 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2024-12-05Severity 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.

2024-12-05Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

2024-12-05Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

2024-12-05Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure 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, compar…

2023-12-14Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor 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.

2023-12-14Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

2023-01-27Severity 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.

2023-01-27Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

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

✓ Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Memory care
✓ Restaurant-style dining
✓ Wellness programs
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Gardens / walking paths

Location

2855 Carlsbad Blvd, Carlsbad, CA

Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Carlsbad By the Sea

How much does Carlsbad By the Sea cost?

Carlsbad By the Sea does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Carlsbad, CA area typically runs $11,230–$16,870 per month (median $13,580, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Carlsbad By the Sea's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Carlsbad By the Sea 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 5/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Carlsbad By the Sea?

Staff provide about 5.14 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 21.9% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Carlsbad By the Sea?

Carlsbad By the Sea has 12 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-12-05). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Carlsbad By the Sea have availability?

Typically 85% full (28 of 33 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Carlsbad By the Sea offer?

Carlsbad By the Sea in Carlsbad, CA offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 33 beds.

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