Nursing home · La Jolla, CA
La Jolla Post-Acute
2552 Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037 · (858) 453-5810
La Jolla Post-Acute is a 161-bed for-profit nursing home in La Jolla, California (San Diego County). It has been certified to provide Medicare and Medicaid services since 1990. On average it cares for 144 residents a day (about 90% of its certified beds). It is part of Covenant Care, a group of 7 nursing homes. CMS gives it an overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars; the average in California is 3.2.
Ratings
| CMS rating | Stars |
|---|---|
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Health inspections | ★★★★★ |
| Staffing | ★★★★★ |
| Quality measures | Not rated |
Staffing
| Staffing | This home | California avg | US avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse hours per resident per day | 3.77 | 4.54 | 3.90 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.48 | 0.68 | 0.69 |
| Nurse hours per resident per day, weekends | 3.51 | – | – |
| Nursing staff turnover | 48% | 37% | 45% |
| RN turnover | 59% | – | – |
| Administrators who left | 0 | – | – |
Inspections and penalties
| Inspections & penalties | This home |
|---|---|
| Most recent standard health inspection | April 24, 2025 |
| Health deficiencies cited (most recent cycle) | 9 below the state average of 16 |
| …of which from complaint inspections | 2 |
| Federal fines (as reported by CMS) | 0 |
| Medicare payment denials | 0 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home provider information, Oct 2026 release (CMS Provider Data Catalog: Nursing homes). Ownership: For profit - Corporation. Legal business name: Covenant Care la Jolla, LLC. Check the latest details and full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare. How to read these ratings →
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Common questions
What is the star rating of La Jolla Post-Acute?
CMS rates La Jolla Post-Acute 3 out of 5 stars overall, with 3 stars for health inspections, See Care Compare for details (Medicare Care Compare).
How many beds does La Jolla Post-Acute have?
161 certified beds, with an average of 144 residents a day.
Does La Jolla Post-Acute accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for Medicare and Medicaid. Ask the nursing home about current availability for your coverage.
What is the phone number for La Jolla Post-Acute?
(858) 453-5810. Address: 2552 Torrey Pines Rd, La Jolla, CA 92037.
Before you choose
- Visit at different times, including evenings and weekends.
- Ask how many residents each nurse and aide cares for on each shift.
- Read the latest inspection report and ask what has been fixed.
- Ask whether a bed is available for your coverage (Medicare, Medicaid or private pay).