Aviara Healthcare Center
Encinitas, California
944 Regal Rd, Encinitas, 92024
Aviara Healthcare Center Quality & Safety Report
Average
CMS Official Overall: 2★ / 5
CMS data as of March 2026
This score is calculated from three federally reported CMS metrics: Health Inspections (weighted 50%), Staffing levels (25%), and Quality Measures (25%). Facilities with serious safety findings receive score deductions. For centers with 5+ Google reviews, resident feedback contributes 15% of the final score. Learn more →
Safety & Inspections
- Health deficiencies
- National median: 7
CMS data as of March 1, 2026
Staffing breakdown
Average hours of nursing care each resident receives per day, by staff role. Higher numbers generally indicate more attentive care.
- Total nurse staffing
- National median: 4.12 hrs
- Registered nurse (RN) 0.51 hrs
- Licensed practical nurse (LPN) 1.15 hrs
- Certified nursing aide (CNA) 2.52 hrs
- Physical therapy 0.13 hrs
Quality rating trend
Overall rating declined from 3 to 2 stars over 18 data points.
- Overall
- Health inspection
- Staffing
- Quality measures
Facility profile
- Type
- Skilled Nursing Facility · Nursing home
- Capacity
- 120 certified beds · ~114 avg residents/day (95% occupancy)
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Payment accepted
- Medicare Medicaid (Medicare and Medicaid)
About
Aviara Healthcare Center is a 120-bed, for-profit skilled nursing facility located in Encinitas, California, operated by a limited liability company. The center holds an overall rating of two out of five stars from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, reflecting two-star ratings in staffing and health inspections. While its regulatory and staffing metrics are lower, the facility maintains a four-star rating for its clinical quality measures.
Location
944 Regal Rd, Encinitas, 92024, Encinitas, CA
Recent reviews
- R A ★★★★★ February 4, 2026
Came to visit a longtime friend, and was very impressed with your lobby. A scent of fresh air literally. I was also impressed with your check in procedure which allowed me a name badge. As I walked in, I couldn't help but see how friendly the staff were. I didn't stay long but for the time I was there I'd give your place a 5 star rating.
- Edward Arrieta ★★★★★ February 2, 2026
We are so happy that she is rehabbing here. Everyone has been courteous , helpful, and sweet to my wife.
- Il Salinas ★★★★★ November 24, 2025
I like to thank everyone.very caring and helpful. I had such nice experience.
- Veronica Mayoral ★★★★★ September 15, 2025
Staff very nice and attentive.
- Kathi McCord ★★★★★ July 17, 2025
A very nice place
Frequently asked questions
- What is the overall CMS rating for Aviara Healthcare Center?
- Aviara Healthcare Center has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars.
- How did Aviara Healthcare Center score on health inspections?
- Aviara Healthcare Center received a health inspection rating of 2 out of 5 stars from CMS.
- What is the staffing rating for Aviara Healthcare Center?
- Aviara Healthcare Center has a staffing rating of 2 out of 5 stars, based on nurse-to-resident ratios.
- How many beds does Aviara Healthcare Center have?
- Aviara Healthcare Center has 120 certified beds.
- Does Aviara Healthcare Center accept Medicare or Medicaid?
- Yes, Aviara Healthcare Center accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
- Where is Aviara Healthcare Center located?
- Aviara Healthcare Center is located at 944 Regal Rd, Encinitas, 92024, Encinitas, California.
- How can I contact Aviara Healthcare Center?
- You can reach Aviara Healthcare Center by phone at +1 760-944-0331.
Nearby facilities
- Encinitas Nursing And Rehabilitation Center 0.6 mi
900 Santa Fe Drive, Encinitas, CA, 92024
- The Dorothy & Joseph Goldberg Healthcare Center 0.8 mi
211 Saxony Road, Encinitas, CA, 92024
About this data
How to read this page
Star ratings vs. Care Quality Score: The Google star rating reflects visitor and family opinions collected from public reviews. The Care Quality Score is an independent metric derived entirely from federal inspection data — the two measure different things, and comparing them side-by-side gives a fuller picture.
Where this data comes from
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