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Nursing Homes · Medicare certified

Cottonwood Canyon Healthcare Center

1391 Madison Avenue · El Cajon, CA 92021 · 96 certified beds

6194441107

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About Cottonwood Canyon Healthcare Center

Cottonwood Canyon Healthcare Center is a nursing home in El Cajon, California, in San Diego County. Public records list 96 beds. It is Medicare certified. Ownership records list a for-profit operator and tie the listing to Pacs Group. We hold 62 inspection citations for this listing, the most recent dated 15 April 2026. CMS also lists 2 fine or payment denial actions against it. Reported staffing works out to 4.02 nurse hours per resident per day. Every fact above comes from the public records listed in the sources section on this page. The newest source file we hold for this listing is dated August 2026.

Public record

CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026

Certification

  • Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)

Ratings

3.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-08-01.GOV

Staffing rating

2.0

Quality-measure rating

5.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

48

3.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-07-01.GOV

Staffing rating

2.0

Quality-measure rating

5.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

51

Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026Q1.GOV

Staffing rating

Not published

Quality-measure rating

Not published

Inspections on record

Not published

Cited deficiencies

Not published

Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025Q4.GOV

Staffing rating

Not published

Quality-measure rating

Not published

Inspections on record

Not published

Cited deficiencies

Not published

3.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-06-01.GOV

Staffing rating

2.0

Quality-measure rating

5.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

52

Inspection history (62)

Records from July 2019 to April 2026.

  • December 12, 2024 · D

    Citation F0622

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-12-12 under CMS tag F0622 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-01-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-12-12.GOV
  • December 12, 2024 · E

    Citation F0842

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-12-12 under CMS tag F0842 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-01-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-12-12.GOV
  • December 12, 2024 · D

    Citation F0699

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-12-12 under CMS tag F0699 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-01-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-12-12.GOV
  • December 12, 2024 · D

    Citation F0684

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-12-12 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-01-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-12-12.GOV
  • December 12, 2024 · E

    Citation F0812

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-12-12 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-01-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-12-12.GOV
  • December 12, 2024 · D

    Citation F0550

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-12-12 under CMS tag F0550 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-01-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-12-12.GOV
  • December 12, 2024 · D

    Citation F0756

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-12-12 under CMS tag F0756 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-01-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-12-12.GOV
  • December 12, 2024 · D

    Citation F0695

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-12-12 under CMS tag F0695 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-01-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-12-12.GOV
  • December 12, 2024 · D

    Citation F0851

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-12-12 under CMS tag F0851 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-01-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-12-12.GOV
  • September 26, 2024 · D

    Citation F0656

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-09-26 under CMS tag F0656 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-10-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-09-26.GOV
  • August 13, 2024 · D

    Citation F0697

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-08-13 under CMS tag F0697 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-09-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-08-13.GOV
  • May 30, 2024 · D

    Citation F0758

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-05-30 under CMS tag F0758 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is l…. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-06-17. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-05-30.GOV
  • February 29, 2024 · D

    Citation F0690

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-02-29 under CMS tag F0690 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-03-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-02-29.GOV
  • December 6, 2023 · D

    Citation F0699

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-12-06 under CMS tag F0699 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-12-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-12-06.GOV
  • November 15, 2023 · D

    Citation F0656

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-11-15 under CMS tag F0656 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-12-15. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-11-15.GOV
  • November 15, 2023 · D

    Citation F0550

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-11-15 under CMS tag F0550 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-12-15. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-11-15.GOV
  • August 1, 2023 · G

    Citation F0600

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-01 under CMS tag F0600 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-08-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-08-01.GOV
  • August 1, 2023 · D

    Citation F0655

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-01 under CMS tag F0655 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-08-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-08-01.GOV
  • July 18, 2023 · D

    Citation F0656

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-07-18 under CMS tag F0656 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-08-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-07-18.GOV
  • July 18, 2023 · D

    Citation F0684

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-07-18 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-08-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-07-18.GOV

Penalties (2)

Total fines on file: $9,110

  • February 12, 2026 · Fine

    Citation FINE-138443

    CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $9,110 against this nursing home on 2026-02-12 (Fine ID: 138443). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-02-12.GOV
  • August 1, 2023 · Fine

    Citation FINE-129132

    CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $11,408 against this nursing home on 2023-08-01 (Fine ID: 129132). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-08-01.GOV

Staffing

Latest: 4.02 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)

Staffing trend (5 periods)

  1. 2025Q44.16 hrs/resident/day
  2. 2026-06-014.16 hrs/resident/day
  3. 2026-07-014.02 hrs/resident/day
  4. 2026-08-014.02 hrs/resident/day
  5. 2026Q14.02 hrs/resident/day

Most recent period is lower than 2025Q4 (-0.14 hrs/resident/day). Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.

Ownership

For profit

CMS Care Compare chain: Pacs Group

Chain ID 690 · 274 facilities in chain (CMS)

  • Chain average overall rating: 2.9
  • Chain average health inspection rating: 2.5
  • Chain average staffing rating: 2.5
  • Chain average quality measure rating: 4.4

Chain averages are CMS-published figures for facilities sharing this Chain ID (formerly Affiliated Entity). They are not ElderCareCosts scores.

  1. Parent organization: Pacs Holdings, LLC

    parent · PAC 6103289202

Recent changes to this listing

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  1. Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)

  2. Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit - Corporation".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)

  3. Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)

  4. Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit - Corporation".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (provider info)

  5. Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed

    The source now records ownership as "For profit".

    Reported by CMS nursing homes (ownership)

Ratings, inspections, and penalties are public records, reproduced in plain English without edits to their substance. View source records · What these measures mean.

Typical cost

Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025

This provider doesn't publish a specific price to us. Below is the typical CA range for the care type(s) it offers. Use it as context, not a quote.

Nursing Homes

Median · CA$12,167/mo
See full CA cost breakdownSource: Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · Updated 2025

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Where this information came from

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