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HomeCaliforniaThe Cove at La Jolla

The Cove at La Jolla

7160 Fay Avenue, La Jolla, CA 920378584594361WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.3on Google(103 reviews)
5/5Much Above Average
Accepts Medicare Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Quality
5/5
Beds
59
certified

How The Cove at La Jolla 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
5/5
CA average
3.2/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
4/5
CA average
2.8/5
Above state average
Staffing rating
4/5
CA average
3.3/5
Above state average
Nursing hours per resident
4.95 hrs/day
CA average
4.52 hrs/day
Above state average
RN hours per resident
1.25 hrs/day
CA average
0.67 hrs/day
Above state average
Staff turnover
44.6%
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 5/5 overall CMS rating is above the California average of 3.2/5.
Its 4/5 health inspection rating is above the California average of 2.8/5.
Reported nursing time is 4.95 hours per resident per day, above the state average of 4.52.
Reported RN time is 1.25 hours per resident per day, above 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
9
deficiency citations
Inspected Jun 6, 2024
Most recent cycle
7
deficiency citations
Inspected May 16, 2025
The most recent cycle recorded 2 fewer 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.

The Cove at La Jolla is a 5-star Medicare certified nursing home in La Jolla, California with 59 certified beds. It has been operating since 1993. Its overall CMS rating is 5 out of 5.

Beds
59
Avg Residents/Day
51
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Mar 12, 1993
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
San Diego
Last Inspection
May 16, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
7
Weighted Score
41.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (21)

F0689Potential for Harm

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

Survey: May 16, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0804Potential for Harm

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Survey: May 16, 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: May 16, 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: May 16, 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: May 16, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0695Potential for Harm

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Survey: May 16, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0806Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

Survey: May 16, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0641Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Jun 6, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0812Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jun 6, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0558Potential for Harm

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

Survey: Jun 6, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
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: Jun 6, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0842Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jun 6, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0865Potential for Harm

Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.

Survey: Jun 6, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0773Potential for Harm

Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.

Survey: Jan 17, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0607Potential for Harm

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

Survey: Sep 28, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
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: Aug 29, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0908Potential for Harm

Keep all essential equipment working safely.

Survey: Dec 9, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0802Potential for Harm

Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.

Survey: Dec 9, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0804Potential for Harm

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Survey: Dec 9, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0812Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Dec 9, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0920Potential for Harm

Provide at least one room set aside to use as a resident dining room and for activities, that is a good size, with good lighting, air flow and furniture.

Survey: Dec 9, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

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

Nurse Aide2.39 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN1.32 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN1.25 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing4.95 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total4.21 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.31 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
44.6%
RN Turnover
55.6%
Administrators Left
0

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

Ownership Type
For profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (13)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
OH, KATHERINECORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/AJun 1, 2025
SATO, AMICORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/ASep 9, 2024
WILLITS, ADAMCORPORATE DIRECTORIndividualN/ASep 9, 2024
BURNAM, SOONCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/ASep 10, 2014
KEETCH, CHADCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AMar 1, 2011
TWOMAGNETS LLCOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/ADec 1, 2014
MIRKARIMI, KAMRONOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AMay 10, 2021
RAMESH, JENNIFEROPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ADec 1, 2014
PORT, BARRYINDIVIDUAL IS AN OWNER, PARTNER OR TRUSTEE OF ANY ADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJul 3, 2025
ENSIGN SERVICES INCADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/ADec 1, 2014
BURNAM, SOONADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJul 3, 2025
MIRKARIMI, KAMRONADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJul 17, 2025
RAMESH, JENNIFERADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AJul 17, 2025

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for The Cove at La Jolla and nearby alternatives.

All California facilities
The Cove at La Jolla
La Jolla, CACurrent facility
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
La Jolla Post-Acute
La Jolla, CA1.6 mi
CMS
4/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
The Springs at Pacific Regent
San Diego, CA3.7 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
VI at La Jolla Village
San Diego, CA3.7 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
5/5
Recorded fines: None
Kearny Mesa Convalescent and Nursing Home
San Diego, CA6.3 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
The Pavilion at Ocean Point
San Diego, CA6.4 mi
CMS
2/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Helen Bernardy Center D/p SNF
San Diego, CA7.4 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
The Cove at La Jolla
La Jolla, CA · Current facility
—5/54/54/5None recorded
La Jolla Post-Acute
La Jolla, CA
1.6 mi4/54/53/5None recorded
The Springs at Pacific Regent
San Diego, CA
3.7 mi5/55/53/5None recorded
VI at La Jolla Village
San Diego, CA
3.7 mi5/55/55/5None recorded
Kearny Mesa Convalescent and Nursing Home
San Diego, CA
6.3 mi5/55/52/5None recorded
The Pavilion at Ocean Point
San Diego, CA
6.4 mi2/52/53/5None recorded
Helen Bernardy Center D/p SNF
San Diego, CA
7.4 mi5/55/54/5None 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 The Cove at La Jolla?▾
The Cove at La Jolla has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 4/5, staffing rating of 4/5, and quality measures rating of 5/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does The Cove at La Jolla 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). The Cove at La Jolla participates in Medicare, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has The Cove at La Jolla had any health inspection violations?▾
The Cove at La Jolla had 7 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (May 16, 2025). The current CMS dataset records no fines for this facility.
What are the staffing levels at The Cove at La Jolla?▾
The Cove at La Jolla provides 4.95 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 1.25 RN hours, 1.32 LPN hours, and 2.39 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 44.6%.
How many beds does The Cove at La Jolla have?▾
The Cove at La Jolla has 59 certified beds with an average of 51 residents per day, resulting in approximately 86% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Corporation owned and is part of the The Ensign Group chain.
Are there other nursing homes near The Cove at La Jolla?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in California, including 1 in La Jolla. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about The Cove at La Jolla?▾
On Google Maps, The Cove at La Jolla has a rating of 4.3 out of 5 based on 103 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 5/5.

Part of The Ensign Group

This chain operates 346 facilities. View all →