Fullerton, CA · 99 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
One of Fullerton's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $11,400–$17,130/mo
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Mesa Verde Post Acute Care Center
661 Center Street, Costa Mesa, CA 92627 · Orange County
As a leading skilled nursing facility in Costa Mesa, California, Mesa Verde Post Acute Care Center offers compassionate, personalized care 24 hours a day. We specialize in onsite rehabilitation services, helping our residents regain their independence and return home. We are dedicated to developing clinical programs t…
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GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 93% full (74 of 80 beds occupied on an average day).
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 Costa Mesa
Mesa Verde Post Acute Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Costa Mesa, CA, with 80 certified beds and an average of about 74 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 1.40 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.13 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. On the safety record, CMS notes 20 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $4,558 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (1.40 hrs/resident/day)
- •20 deficiencies at last survey
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Costa Mesa, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 80
- Avg. residents/day
- 74
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 056362
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 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
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 1.40
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.13
- National avg ≈ 0.75
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 20
- Federal fines
- 1 ($4,558)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2025-09-22
- 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.
2025-09-22Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure 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.
2025-09-22Severity 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.
2025-09-22Severity 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.
2025-09-22Severity 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.
2025-09-22Severity 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.
2025-09-22Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
2025-09-22Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure 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.
2025-09-22Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-01-22 | Fine | $4,558 |
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
661 Center Street, Costa Mesa, CA
- Monday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Thursday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Friday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Saturday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
- Sunday: 7:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Mesa Verde Post Acute Care Center
How much does Mesa Verde Post Acute Care Center cost?
Mesa Verde Post Acute Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Costa Mesa, 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 Mesa Verde Post Acute Care Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Mesa Verde Post Acute Care Center 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Mesa Verde Post Acute Care Center?
Staff provide about 1.40 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Mesa Verde Post Acute Care Center?
Mesa Verde Post Acute Care Center has 68 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-09-22). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Mesa Verde Post Acute Care Center have availability?
Typically 93% full (74 of 80 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Mesa Verde Post Acute Care Center offer?
Mesa Verde Post Acute Care Center in Costa Mesa, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 80 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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