About Palomar Vista Healthcare Center
Palomar Vista Healthcare Center, located in ESCONDIDO, CA, is a for-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
Why Families Choose Palomar Vista Healthcare Center
Key Performance Indicators
- CMS Overall Rating 1 Stars
- Nursing Hours N/A
- Safety Record Clean
Chain Affiliations & Network
This facility is part of the THE ENSIGN GROUP network. This chain operates 338 facilities.
Chain Performance Overview
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Nursing Staff Analysis
Staffing levels are a critical indicator of quality care. We analyze the daily hours of care provided by Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).
Registered Nurses (RN)
Licensed Practical Nurses
Certified Assistants
CMS Quality Ratings
| Category | Rating | Stars |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 1 |
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| Health Inspection | 2 |
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| Quality Measures | 4 |
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| Staffing | 1 |
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Health Inspection History
| Inspection Cycle | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (Most Recent) | 112 | Sep 12, 2025 |
| Weighted Average | 102 | Combined Score |
Detailed Quality Measures
Rates are from CMS quality measures (claims-based and MDS-based) for the reporting period ending May 01, 2026. Some measures may be omitted when CMS does not report a numeric rate for this facility.
Medicare claims-based measures
Typically includes short-stay outcomes, hospitalizations, and ED use from Medicare claims.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursi... (QM521) | 36.6% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) | 13.1% |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) | N/A |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) | N/A |
MDS-based measures
Resident assessment data; often used for long-stay care quality.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activit... (QM401) | 17.7% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) | 3.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) | 3.7% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) | 13.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained (QM409) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with ma... (QM410) | 2.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) | 100.0% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) | 99.4% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) | 0.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451) | 17.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) | 17.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) | 98.2% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) | 96.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) | 4.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) | 15.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) | 10.3% |
Complaints & Deficiencies
Complaint History by Year
This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.
Summary:
- 2023: 2 complaints
- 2024: 5 complaints
- 2025: 1 complaint
- 2026: 1 complaint
- Total: 9 complaints on record
Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Feb 02, 2026 | Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge. |
| Feb 10, 2025 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| Sep 29, 2024 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. |
| Sep 29, 2024 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. |
| Sep 29, 2024 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. |
| Apr 30, 2024 | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. |
| Apr 11, 2024 | Notify the resident or the resident?s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident?s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave. |
| Dec 26, 2023 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. |
| Oct 11, 2023 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
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Owner & Operator Information
Business Entity
WEST ESCONDIDO HEALTHCARE LLC
Ownership Structure
Management & Direction
- SHAUN ALKEMA W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE
- SHAUN ALKEMA OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- SOON BURNAM CORPORATE OFFICER
- ADAM WILLITS CORPORATE OFFICER
Associated Doctors
Local Comparison
| Facility | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Carlsbad By The Sea | N/A | 5 |
| Kearny Mesa Convalescent and Nursing Home | N/A | 5 |
| Parkside Health and Wellness Center | N/A | 5 |
| Bradley Court | N/A | 5 |
| Lakeside Special Care Center | N/A | 5 |
| Grossmont Hospital D/p Snf | N/A | 5 |
| Redwood Terrace Health Center | N/A | 5 |
| Helen Bernardy Center D/p Snf | N/A | 5 |
| The Springs at Pacific Regent | N/A | 5 |
| La Paloma Healthcare Center | N/A | 5 |
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Ownership Details
Complete list of registered owners, including direct and indirect ownership.
Noted Deficiencies
Detailed history of deficiencies with descriptions and correction dates.
Nursing Hours Analysis
Detailed breakdown of staffing hours per resident by role.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Skilled Nursing Care: 24/7 medical supervision and complex medical treatments
- Long-term Residential Care: Assistance with daily living activities for extended stays
- Short-term Rehabilitation: Recovery services after hospital stays or surgeries
- Memory Care: Specialized programs for residents with dementia and Alzheimer's disease
- Level of care needed (skilled nursing vs. long-term care)
- Room type (private vs. semi-private)
- Insurance coverage (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance)
- Length of stay and specific services required
For current rates and to discuss payment options, contact Palomar Vista Healthcare Center directly at 7607460303. Their admissions team can help determine coverage and out-of-pocket expenses.
Environment & Cleanliness
- Overall cleanliness and odors
- Resident room conditions
- Common area maintenance
- Safety features and accessibility
Staff & Care Quality
- Staff-to-resident ratios
- How staff interact with residents
- Response time to resident needs
- Staff knowledge and professionalism
Ask to speak with current residents and their families, tour at different times of day, and review the facility's most recent inspection reports.