COTTONWOOD CANYON HEALTHCARE CENTER

1391 MADISON AVENUE, EL CAJON, California 92021

Phone: (619) 444-1107

3/5Average

Verified Data

Sources: CMS Care CompareUpdated: April 2026How we compile →

Facility Report Card

Overall CMS rating is 3/5 stars — "Average."
Total nurse staffing of 3.6 hrs/resident/day is below the national average (~3.8).
RN staffing is low at 0.37 hours per resident per day.
Has received 1 fine totaling $11,408 — review the penalties section for details.
64 deficiencies recorded, including 1 severe.

CMS Star Ratings

Overall

Average

Health Inspection

Below Average

Staffing

Average

Quality Measures

Much Above Average

Staffing Data

Total Nurse Staffing (hrs/resident/day)	3.65
RN Staffing (hrs/resident/day)	0.37
Staff Turnover Rate	36.7%
Staffing Star Rating

Penalties & Fines

Fines

Total Fine Amount

$11,408

Deficiencies

Severe Deficiencies

Facility Details

Certified Beds	96
Average Residents/Day	88.7
Ownership Type	For profit - Corporation
Provider Type	Medicare and Medicaid
Continuing Care Community	No
Resident & Family Council	Resident
Ownership Changed (12 mo)	No
Special Focus Status	None
CMS Certification #	055064

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall rating of COTTONWOOD CANYON HEALTHCARE CENTER?

COTTONWOOD CANYON HEALTHCARE CENTER has an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which is considered "Average." This composite score reflects health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures as reported by CMS Care Compare.

How many beds does COTTONWOOD CANYON HEALTHCARE CENTER have?

COTTONWOOD CANYON HEALTHCARE CENTER is a medium-sized facility with 96 certified beds and an average of 88.7 residents per day. It is located in EL CAJON, California.

What is the staffing level at COTTONWOOD CANYON HEALTHCARE CENTER?

COTTONWOOD CANYON HEALTHCARE CENTER provides 3.65 total nurse staffing hours per resident per day, which is near the national average. Registered Nurse (RN) hours are 0.37 per resident per day. The total nursing staff turnover rate is 36.7%.

Has COTTONWOOD CANYON HEALTHCARE CENTER received any fines or penalties?

Yes, COTTONWOOD CANYON HEALTHCARE CENTER has received 1 fine totaling $11,408 and 1 total penalty. The facility has 64 recorded deficiencies, including 1 severe.

What type of ownership is COTTONWOOD CANYON HEALTHCARE CENTER?

COTTONWOOD CANYON HEALTHCARE CENTER is classified as "For profit - Corporation" by CMS.

Is COTTONWOOD CANYON HEALTHCARE CENTER Medicare or Medicaid certified?

COTTONWOOD CANYON HEALTHCARE CENTER is certified as "Medicare and Medicaid" by CMS. This means it participates in Medicare and Medicaid programs and must meet federal quality standards.

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