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HomeCaliforniaCountry Hills Post Acute

Country Hills Post Acute

1580 Broadway, El Cajon, CA 920216194418745WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.2on Google(128 reviews)
1/5Much Below Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
1/5
Staffing
3/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
305
certified
1 fine(s) totaling $122,210

How Country Hills Post Acute Compares in California

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in California. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
1/5
CA average
3.2/5
Below state average
Health inspection rating
1/5
CA average
2.8/5
Below state average
Staffing rating
3/5
CA average
3.3/5
Below state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.91 hrs/day
CA average
4.52 hrs/day
Below state average
RN hours per resident
0.24 hrs/day
CA average
0.67 hrs/day
Below state average
Staff turnover
58.2%
CA average
36.7%
Higher than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 1/5 overall CMS rating is below the California average of 3.2/5.
Its 1/5 health inspection rating is below the California average of 2.8/5.
Reported nursing time is 3.91 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 4.52.
Reported RN time is 0.24 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 0.67.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
27
deficiency citations
Inspected Mar 29, 2024
Most recent cycle
35
deficiency citations
Inspected Mar 14, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 8 more deficiency citations than the previous cycle.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$11,476/mo
California median
Private Room
$13,870/mo
California median
San Diego County 65+
481,993
14.7% of county
County Population
3,289,701
San Diego County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

Swipe tabs for staffing, quality and ownership.

Country Hills Post Acute is a 1-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in El Cajon, California with 305 certified beds. It has been operating since 1990. Its overall CMS rating is 1 out of 5.

Beds
305
Avg Residents/Day
292.8
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Jul 3, 1990
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
San Diego
Last Inspection
Mar 14, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
35
Weighted Score
224.3
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (73)

F0690Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

Survey: May 28, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0641Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: May 20, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Apr 23, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0684Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Mar 19, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0760Immediate Jeopardy

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Survey: Mar 18, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0627Potential for Harm

Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.

Survey: Mar 18, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0842Potential for Harm

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Survey: Mar 18, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0609Potential for Harm

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Survey: Mar 3, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0610Potential for Harm

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Survey: Feb 17, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0573Potential for Harm

Let each resident or the resident's legal representative access or purchase copies of all the resident's records.

Survey: Aug 27, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0677Potential for Harm

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Survey: Jul 29, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0697Potential for Harm

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

Survey: Jul 29, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0761Potential for Harm

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, compartments for controlled drugs.

Survey: Jul 29, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0842Potential for Harm

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Survey: Jul 29, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Mar 14, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0550Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Mar 14, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0641Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Mar 14, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0657Potential for Harm

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Survey: Mar 14, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0686Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Survey: Mar 14, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0813Potential for Harm

Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.

Survey: Mar 14, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0847Potential for Harm

Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.

Survey: Mar 14, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0867Potential for Harm

Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.

Survey: Mar 14, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0558Potential for Harm

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

Survey: Mar 14, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0584Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

Survey: Mar 14, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0625Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Mar 14, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0640Potential for Harm

Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment.

Survey: Mar 14, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0656Potential for Harm

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Survey: Mar 14, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0677Potential for Harm

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Survey: Mar 14, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Potential for Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Mar 14, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0692Potential for Harm

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Survey: Mar 14, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1

+ 43 more deficiencies

Total Fines
$122,210
Number of Fines
1
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
1

Penalty History

FineFeb 17, 2026
$122,210

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide2.45 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN1.21 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.24 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.91 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.69 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.09 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
58.2%
RN Turnover
36.0%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (6)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
MICHLIN, BERNARDCONTRACTED MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AApr 1, 2019
GRAF, ZACHARYW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AApr 1, 2024
APT, FREDERICKCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJan 1, 2024
HANCOCK, MARKCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJan 1, 2024
JERGENSEN, JOSHUACORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJan 1, 2024
MITCHELL, JOHNCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJan 1, 2024

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Country Hills Post Acute and nearby alternatives.

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Country Hills Post Acute
El Cajon, CACurrent facility
CMS
1/5
Health
1/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: $122,210
Cottonwood Canyon Healthcare Center
El Cajon, CA4,224 ft
CMS
3/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $20,518
Granite Hills Healthcare & Wellness Centre, LLC
El Cajon, CA4,224 ft
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $14,015
The Royal Home
El Cajon, CA1.1 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Bradley Court
El Cajon, CA1.9 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Villa Las Palmas Healthcare Center
El Cajon, CA2.2 mi
CMS
3/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $33,732
Victoria Post Acute Care
El Cajon, CA2.2 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Country Hills Post Acute
El Cajon, CA · Current facility
—1/51/53/5$122,210
Cottonwood Canyon Healthcare Center
El Cajon, CA
4,224 ft3/52/52/5$20,518
Granite Hills Healthcare & Wellness Centre, LLC
El Cajon, CA
4,224 ft2/52/52/5$14,015
The Royal Home
El Cajon, CA
1.1 mi4/53/54/5None recorded
Bradley Court
El Cajon, CA
1.9 mi5/55/55/5None recorded
Villa Las Palmas Healthcare Center
El Cajon, CA
2.2 mi3/53/52/5$33,732
Victoria Post Acute Care
El Cajon, CA
2.2 mi5/54/54/5None recorded

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Country Hills Post Acute?▾
Country Hills Post Acute has an overall CMS rating of 1 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 1/5, staffing rating of 3/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated below average.
How much does Country Hills Post Acute cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in California is $11,476/month for a semi-private room and $13,870/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Country Hills Post Acute participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Country Hills Post Acute had any health inspection violations?▾
Country Hills Post Acute had 35 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Mar 14, 2025). The current CMS dataset records 1 fine(s) totaling $122,210.
What are the staffing levels at Country Hills Post Acute?▾
Country Hills Post Acute provides 3.91 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.24 RN hours, 1.21 LPN hours, and 2.45 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 58.2%.
How many beds does Country Hills Post Acute have?▾
Country Hills Post Acute has 305 certified beds with an average of 292.8 residents per day, resulting in approximately 96% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Limited Liability company owned and is part of the Pacs Group chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Country Hills Post Acute?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in California, including 6 in El Cajon. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Country Hills Post Acute?▾
On Google Maps, Country Hills Post Acute has a rating of 4.2 out of 5 based on 128 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 1/5.

Part of Pacs Group

This chain operates 281 facilities. View all →