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Country Hills Post Acute

1580 Broadway, El Cajon, CA 92021 · San Diego County

Discover compassionate care at Country Hills Post Acute, where our skilled nursing team prioritizes your safety, wellness, and healing journey.

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Availability outlook● Very limited availability

Typically 96% full (294 of 305 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.

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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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Country Hills Post Acute is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in El Cajon, CA, with 305 certified beds and an average of about 294 residents per day. It operates as part of the Pacs Group network.

Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.80 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.24 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 58.5%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 34 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $113,960 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
•Below-average health-inspection rating
•Below-average nurse staffing (3.80 hrs/resident/day)
•34 deficiencies at last survey
•$113,960 in federal fines

Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated El Cajon options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds: 305
Avg. residents/day: 294
Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain: Pacs Group
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 555431

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

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: 3.80; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.24; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 58.5%; 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): 34
Federal fines: 1 ($113,960)
Total penalties: 1
Last standard survey: 2025-03-14
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (72 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-04-23Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2026-03-19Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2026-03-18Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

2026-03-18Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.

2026-03-18Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

2026-03-03Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

2026-02-17Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

2025-08-27Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Let each resident or the resident's legal representative access or purchase copies of all the resident's records.

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.

Penalty history

Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.

Date	Type	Amount
2026-02-17	Fine	$113,960

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Wellness programs
✓ Courtyard / outdoor space
✓ Library
✓ 24/7 staff

Location

1580 Broadway, El Cajon, 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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Common questions about Country Hills Post Acute

How much does Country Hills Post Acute cost?

Country Hills Post Acute does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the El Cajon, 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 Country Hills Post Acute's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Country Hills Post Acute 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Country Hills Post Acute?

Staff provide about 3.80 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 58.5% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Country Hills Post Acute?

Country Hills Post Acute has 72 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-03-14). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Country Hills Post Acute have availability?

Typically 96% full (294 of 305 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Country Hills Post Acute offer?

Country Hills Post Acute in El Cajon, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 305 beds.

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