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Lemon Grove Care and Rehabilitation Center

8351 Broadway, Lemon Grove, CA 91945 · San Diego County

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Availability outlookVery limited availability

Typically 95% full (150 of 158 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.

If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.

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 Lemon Grove

Lemon Grove Care and Rehabilitation Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Lemon Grove, CA, with 158 certified beds and an average of about 150 residents per day. It operates as part of the The Ensign Group network.

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

Staff provide about 3.95 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.47 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 44%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 24 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $7,443 in the recent record.

Strengths

  • Above-average nurse staffing (3.95 hrs/resident/day)
  • Full sprinkler system
  • Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

  • Below-average health-inspection rating
  • 24 deficiencies at last survey
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Lemon Grove, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.

At a glance

Certified beds
158
Avg. residents/day
150
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain
The Ensign Group
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
055182

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

We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.

Level of careMonthly costSource
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
3.95
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
0.47
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
44%
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)
24
Federal fines
1 ($7,443)
Total penalties
1
Last standard survey
2025-12-18
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (60 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-12-18Severity F — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies

Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.

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

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

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

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

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

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

2025-12-18Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

2025-12-18Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

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

Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.

2025-12-18Severity E — potential for harmEnvironmental Deficiencies

Keep all essential equipment working safely.

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.

DateTypeAmount
2023-07-12Fine$7,443

Services & amenities

  • Full automatic sprinkler system
  • Medicare & Medicaid certified
  • 24-hour licensed nursing
  • On-site rehabilitation therapy
  • Rehabilitation services
  • Daily activities & events
  • 24-hour staff

Location

8351 Broadway, Lemon Grove, 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 Lemon Grove Care and Rehabilitation Center

How much does Lemon Grove Care and Rehabilitation Center cost?

Lemon Grove Care and Rehabilitation Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Lemon Grove, 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 Lemon Grove Care and Rehabilitation Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Lemon Grove Care and Rehabilitation Center 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Lemon Grove Care and Rehabilitation Center?

Staff provide about 3.95 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 44% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Lemon Grove Care and Rehabilitation Center?

Lemon Grove Care and Rehabilitation Center has 60 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 Lemon Grove Care and Rehabilitation Center have availability?

Typically 95% full (150 of 158 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 Lemon Grove Care and Rehabilitation Center offer?

Lemon Grove Care and Rehabilitation Center in Lemon Grove, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 158 beds.

The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you

Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.

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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

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