Santa Cruz Post Acute
Santa Cruz, California
1115 Capitola Rd, Santa Cruz, 95062
Sunday,8:30AM,5PM, Monday,8:30AM,5PM, Tuesday,8:30AM,5PM, Wednesday,8:30AM,5PM, Thursday,8:30AM,5PM, Friday,8:30AM,5PM, Saturday,8:30AM,5PM
Santa Cruz Post Acute Quality & Safety Report
Below 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
- Total federal penalties $205,264
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) 0.39 hrs
- Licensed practical nurse (LPN) 1.04 hrs
- Certified nursing aide (CNA) 2.48 hrs
- Physical therapy 0.12 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
- 149 certified beds · ~139 avg residents/day (93% occupancy)
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Payment accepted
- Medicare Medicaid (Medicare and Medicaid)
About
Santa Cruz Post Acute is a for-profit, 149-bed skilled nursing facility located in Santa Cruz, California, operated as a limited liability company. The center holds a 2-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, based on 2-star ratings for staffing and a 1-star rating for health inspections. Despite these scores, the facility maintains a 5-star rating for its clinical quality measures.
Location
1115 Capitola Rd, Santa Cruz, 95062, Santa Cruz, CA
Recent reviews
- Monica Murdock ★★★★★ February 6, 2026
From the moment I walked in, the staff made me feel genuinely welcomed. This was my father’s first skilled nursing facility, and naturally it was a big transition for our family. When I asked if he could be moved to a different room, the staff didn’t hesitate — they listened, understood, and made the accommodation right away. That kindness meant more than they probably realize.<br><br>Throughout this stage of my father’s life, the staff has been consistently caring, thoughtful, and respectful — not just toward him, but toward our family as well. Knowing he is in a place where people truly care has brought us comfort and peace of mind. I am very grateful for the compassion and professionalism shown by everyone here. I will always be grateful for the kindness shown to my father and to us.
- Terry Johnson ★★★★☆ February 3, 2026
Was there for 8 month s the staff was great and the pt department was very helpful she improved a lot with them
- John Doe ★☆☆☆☆ January 25, 2026
N not a great experience although Jessica Moran has been a shining light
- Diane Dearinger ★★★★☆ January 13, 2026
My husband is a 79 year old Viet Nam vet who has been at the SCPA for the 20 days covered by Medicare after a hospital stay. He has been given the great and caring care by the staff. He has many medical issues plus has Alzheimer's..He is a huge fall risk which adds to the difficulty in his care. I wish he could stay there, but it is not a contracted facility with the VA. He has to be moved and I am extremely sorry for that. There is truly not enough places for a vet to go.I cannot say enough about SCPA.<br>Diane Dearinger
- Stephanie Mengle ★★★★☆ January 9, 2026
Very grateful for the caring staff at SCPA. The facility is lovely & very clean. Jessica & team are always responsive to cares & concerns. Just needs a larger parking lot 🙂
Frequently asked questions
- What is the overall CMS rating for Santa Cruz Post Acute?
- Santa Cruz Post Acute has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars.
- How did Santa Cruz Post Acute score on health inspections?
- Santa Cruz Post Acute received a health inspection rating of 1 out of 5 stars from CMS.
- What is the staffing rating for Santa Cruz Post Acute?
- Santa Cruz Post Acute has a staffing rating of 2 out of 5 stars, based on nurse-to-resident ratios.
- How many beds does Santa Cruz Post Acute have?
- Santa Cruz Post Acute has 149 certified beds.
- Does Santa Cruz Post Acute accept Medicare or Medicaid?
- Yes, Santa Cruz Post Acute accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
- Where is Santa Cruz Post Acute located?
- Santa Cruz Post Acute is located at 1115 Capitola Rd, Santa Cruz, 95062, Santa Cruz, California.
- How can I contact Santa Cruz Post Acute?
- You can reach Santa Cruz Post Acute by phone at +1 831-475-4055.
Nearby facilities
- Redwood Grove Post Acute 0.6 mi
2990 Soquel Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062
- Driftwood Healthcare Center - Santa Cruz 1.0 mi
675 24th Avenue, Santa Cruz, CA, 95062
About this data
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Where this data comes from
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