Villa Coronado D/P SNF
Scout 100Coronado, CA · 122 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
One of Coronado's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $11,230–$16,870/mo
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San Diego Post-Acute Center
1201 South Orange Ave., El Cajon, CA 92020 · San Diego County
SDPAC is a Medicare-certified, short-term rehabilitation and skilled nursing home located in El Cajon, California.
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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates use caution.
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Availability outlook● Very limited availability
Typically 97% full (233 of 240 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 low federal rating — review the details closely
San Diego Post-Acute Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in El Cajon, CA, with 240 certified beds and an average of about 233 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, 3/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.18 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.55 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 36.5%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 31 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $46,495 in the recent record. Note: CMS has flagged this facility with an abuse icon. We strongly recommend reviewing the full inspection report and discussing it on any tour.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.18 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •31 deficiencies at last survey
- •$46,495 in federal fines
- •CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully
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
- 240
- Avg. residents/day
- 233
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Pacs Group
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 555659
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 | $11,230–$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
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 4.18
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.55
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 36.5%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
⚠️ This community carries a serious CMS flag (abuse citation). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 31
- Federal fines
- 2 ($46,495)
- Total penalties
- 3
- Last standard survey
- 2025-02-27
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (88 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-04-16Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
2026-03-10Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
2026-03-04Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
2026-01-23Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
2026-01-23Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.
2026-01-23Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
2026-01-23Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder.
2026-01-23Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-23 | Fine | $35,282 |
| 2026-01-23 | Payment denial | — |
| 2024-07-17 | Fine | $11,213 |
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
- ✓ Private rooms available
- ✓ 24/7 staff
Location
1201 South Orange Ave., 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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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about San Diego Post-Acute Center
How much does San Diego Post-Acute Center cost?
San Diego Post-Acute Center 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 San Diego Post-Acute Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates San Diego Post-Acute Center 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at San Diego Post-Acute Center?
Staff provide about 4.18 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 36.5% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at San Diego Post-Acute Center?
San Diego Post-Acute Center has 88 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-02-27). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does San Diego Post-Acute Center have availability?
Typically 97% full (233 of 240 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 San Diego Post-Acute Center offer?
San Diego Post-Acute Center in El Cajon, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 240 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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