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San Luis Transitional Care

1575 Bishop Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401 · San Luis Obispo County

5.0CMS overall rating(805) 545-7575 Visit website ↗

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Haven Scout Score

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

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Availability outlookUsually has openings

Typically 59% full — availability is generally good.

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 San Luis Obispo's top-rated skilled nursing communities

San Luis Transitional Care is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in San Luis Obispo, CA, with 23 certified beds and an average of about 14 residents per day. It operates as part of the Compass Health, Inc. network.

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

Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 50%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 5 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓5-star overall CMS rating
✓Strong health-inspection rating
✓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 San Luis Obispo for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds: 23
Avg. residents/day: 14
Ownership: For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Compass Health, Inc.
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 555592

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	$10,900–$16,380/mo (median $13,180)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local San Luis Obispo 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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Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 5
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2025-07-31
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: None

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (7 citations on record — showing the latest 7). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-07-31Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

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2025-07-31Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

2025-07-31Severity 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…

2025-07-31Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-07-31Severity D — potential for harmEnvironmental Deficiencies

Keep all essential equipment working safely.

2024-06-12Severity F — 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.

2019-10-02Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

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

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy

Location

1575 Bishop Street, San Luis Obispo, CA

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about San Luis Transitional Care

How much does San Luis Transitional Care cost?

San Luis Transitional Care does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the San Luis Obispo, CA area typically runs $10,900–$16,380 per month (median $13,180, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is San Luis Transitional Care's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates San Luis Transitional Care 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 5/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

What did inspectors find at San Luis Transitional Care?

San Luis Transitional Care has 7 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-07-31). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does San Luis Transitional Care have availability?

Typically 59% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does San Luis Transitional Care offer?

San Luis Transitional Care in San Luis Obispo, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 23 beds.

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