University Care Center
San Diego, CA · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 055328) · 87 certified beds
Health inspection: 4 · Quality measures: 5 · Staffing: 3
Federal fines: none on current record
Phone: (619) 583-1993 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
University Care Center in San Diego holds a CMS overall rating of 5 stars, above the California state average of 3.16. Its health inspection rating is 4 stars and its staffing rating is 3 stars.
University Care Center reports 4.04 total nurse hours per resident per day, including 0.49 RN hours per resident per day, with a 3-star CMS staffing rating. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 36.4%.
University Care Center has no federal fines on record and zero payment denials according to CMS data. No abuse icon or Special Focus status was reported for this facility in the available data.
About this facility
University Care Center is a for-profit nursing home in San Diego, California, certified for Medicare and Medicaid since January 1967. The facility is licensed for 87 beds and reports an average of 79.5 residents.
According to CMS Care Compare, University Care Center holds an overall star rating of 5, above the California state average of 3.16. Its component ratings are: health inspection rating of 4 stars, quality measure (QM) rating of 5 stars, and staffing rating of 3 stars.
CMS reports total nurse staffing of 4.04 hours per resident per day, including 0.49 RN hours per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 36.4%.
On the penalty record, CMS lists 0 federal fines (no federal fines on record) and 0 payment denials for this facility. No abuse icon or Special Focus designation was reported in the supplied data.
University Care Center is part of the Pacs Group chain, which operates 274 facilities nationwide with an average chain rating of 2.9 stars — notably below this individual facility's rating. There has been no ownership change reported in the last 12 months, so current ratings reflect the present operator.
This profile is drawn solely from CMS Care Compare data as provided; families should consult the official Care Compare listing for the most current inspection reports and details.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
University Care Center has an overall CMS rating of 5 stars, above the California state average of 3.16.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
Yes, it is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
CMS reports 4.04 total nurse hours per resident per day, including 0.49 RN hours, with a staffing rating of 3 stars; turnover is 36.4%.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
No, CMS lists 0 fines totaling $0.00 and 0 payment denials — no federal fines on record.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
The data provided shows no abuse icon and no Special Focus status for this facility.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
University Care Center is certified for 87 beds and reports an average of 79.5 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
It is a for-profit corporation and part of the Pacs Group chain, which operates 274 facilities nationwide with an average rating of 2.9 stars.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
It was first approved for certification on January 10, 1967.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS publishes an overall rating plus three component ratings — health inspections (4 stars here), staffing (3 stars), and quality measures (5 stars) — which combine to form the overall score.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
This detail is not included in the CMS data provided; please contact the facility at 6195831993 and verify on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
The provided data does not cover tour details; contact the facility at 6195831993 and review the CMS inspection reports on Care Compare beforehand.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view the official listing at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/055328?state=CA.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Star ratings, staffing hours, and penalty records are CMS's official published measures. Always tour the facility, review the current inspection record, and verify details with Medicare before making care decisions.