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Villa Las Palmas Healthcare Center

622 South Anza Street, El Cajon, CA 92020 · San Diego County

Villa Las Palmas Healthcare (VLP) is a Medicare-certified, short-term rehabilitation and skilled nursing facility in El Cajon, California.

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Haven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlookFills quickly

Typically 94% full (142 of 151 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 El Cajon

Villa Las Palmas Healthcare Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in El Cajon, CA, with 151 certified beds and an average of about 142 residents per day. It operates as part of the Pacs Group network.

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

Staff provide about 3.77 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.55 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 33.1%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 7 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $33,732 in the recent record.

Strengths

  • Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
  • Full sprinkler system
  • Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

  • Below-average nurse staffing (3.77 hrs/resident/day)
  • $33,732 in federal fines
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in El Cajon, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.

At a glance

Certified beds
151
Avg. residents/day
142
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain
Pacs Group
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
055806

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 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
3.77
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
0.55
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
33.1%
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)
7
Federal fines
2 ($33,732)
Total penalties
3
Last standard survey
2025-05-08
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (47 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-04-14Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

2025-12-19Severity 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.

2025-07-29Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.

2025-06-12Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

2025-05-08Severity 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.

2025-05-08Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

2025-05-08Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

2025-05-05Severity 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.

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
2025-04-17Fine$25,714
2025-04-17Payment denial
2024-03-04Fine$8,018

Services & amenities

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

Location

622 South Anza Street, 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 Villa Las Palmas Healthcare Center

How much does Villa Las Palmas Healthcare Center cost?

Villa Las Palmas Healthcare 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 Villa Las Palmas Healthcare Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Villa Las Palmas Healthcare Center 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Villa Las Palmas Healthcare Center?

Staff provide about 3.77 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 33.1% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Villa Las Palmas Healthcare Center?

Villa Las Palmas Healthcare Center has 47 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-05-08). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Villa Las Palmas Healthcare Center have availability?

Typically 94% full (142 of 151 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Villa Las Palmas Healthcare Center offer?

Villa Las Palmas Healthcare Center in El Cajon, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 151 beds.

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

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