Driftwood Healthcare Center - Santa Cruz
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Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
2990 Soquel Avenue · Santa Cruz, CA 95062 · 144 certified beds
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CMS Care Compare · Updated Jul 2026
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4.0Quality-measure rating
4.0Inspections on record
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Cited deficiencies
24
February 23, 2022 · E
Citation F0761Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-02-23 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-04-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 23, 2022 · B
Citation F0912Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-02-23 under CMS tag F0912 (CMS scope/severity B: pattern, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm) for Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-04-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 23, 2022 · E
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-02-23 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-04-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 23, 2022 · E
Citation F0804Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-02-23 under CMS tag F0804 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-04-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 23, 2022 · F
Citation F0814Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-02-23 under CMS tag F0814 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-04-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 23, 2022 · F
Citation F0813Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2022-02-23 under CMS tag F0813 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-04-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 17, 2019 · D
Citation F0656Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2019-07-17 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 2019-08-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 17, 2019 · D
Citation F0759Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2019-07-17 under CMS tag F0759 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2019-08-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 17, 2019 · D
Citation F0740Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2019-07-17 under CMS tag F0740 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2019-08-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 17, 2019 · D
Citation F0757Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2019-07-17 under CMS tag F0757 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2019-08-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 17, 2019 · D
Citation F0554Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2019-07-17 under CMS tag F0554 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2019-08-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 17, 2019 · E
Citation F0755Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2019-07-17 under CMS tag F0755 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2019-08-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 17, 2019 · D
Citation F0658Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2019-07-17 under CMS tag F0658 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2019-08-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 17, 2019 · D
Citation F0758Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2019-07-17 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 2019-08-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 17, 2019 · D
Citation F0810Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2019-07-17 under CMS tag F0810 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2019-08-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 17, 2019 · D
Citation F0552Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2019-07-17 under CMS tag F0552 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2019-08-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 17, 2019 · D
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2019-07-17 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2019-08-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 17, 2019 · E
Citation F0812Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2019-07-17 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 2019-08-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 17, 2019 · D
Citation F0761Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2019-07-17 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2019-08-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 17, 2019 · B
Citation F0912Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2019-07-17 under CMS tag F0912 (CMS scope/severity B: pattern, no actual harm, potential for minimal harm) for Provide rooms that are at least 80 square feet per resident in multiple rooms and 100 square feet for single resident rooms. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2019-08-09. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
Total fines on file: $0
Latest: 4.37 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026-06-01)
Staffing trend (2 periods)
Most recent period is about the same as 2025Q4. Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
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Genworth Cost of Care Survey · 2024
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