Driftwood Healthcare Center - Santa Cruz
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Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
1115 Capitola Road · Santa Cruz, CA 95062 · 149 certified beds
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CMS Care Compare · Updated Jul 2026
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2.0Quality-measure rating
5.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
74
March 11, 2026 · D
Citation F0806Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-03-11 under CMS tag F0806 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-19. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 26, 2026 · D
Citation F0690Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-26 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 2026-03-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 26, 2026 · D
Citation F0658Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-26 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 2026-03-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
February 26, 2026 · E
Citation F0686Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2026-02-26 under CMS tag F0686 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2026-03-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
November 26, 2025 · D
Citation F0658Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-11-26 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 2025-12-01. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
November 14, 2025 · G
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-11-14 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual 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 2025-11-24. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
November 6, 2025 · G
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-11-06 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual 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 2025-11-25. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
July 8, 2025 · D
Citation F0552Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-07-08 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 2025-07-18. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 3, 2025 · E
Citation F0725Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-03 under CMS tag F0725 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-03-24. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 3, 2025 · E
Citation F0812Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-03 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 2025-03-24. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 3, 2025 · E
Citation F0690Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-03 under CMS tag F0690 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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 2025-03-24. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 3, 2025 · E
Citation F0757Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-03 under CMS tag F0757 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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 2025-03-24. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 3, 2025 · D
Citation F0636Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-03 under CMS tag F0636 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-03-24. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 3, 2025 · D
Citation F0550Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-03 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 2025-03-24. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 3, 2025 · D
Citation F0558Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-03 under CMS tag F0558 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-03-24. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 3, 2025 · E
Citation F0684Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-03 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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 2025-03-24. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 3, 2025 · E
Citation F0758Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-03 under CMS tag F0758 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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 2025-03-24. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 3, 2025 · E
Citation F0700Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-03 under CMS tag F0700 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-03-24. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 3, 2025 · E
Citation F0756Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-03 under CMS tag F0756 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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 2025-03-24. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 3, 2025 · D
Citation F0554Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-03 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 2025-03-24. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
Total fines on file: $160,564
Latest: 3.86 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.
For profit - Limited Liability company
CMS Care Compare chain: Pacs Group
Chain ID 690 · 280 facilities in chain (CMS)
Chain averages are CMS-published figures for facilities sharing this Chain ID (formerly Affiliated Entity). They are not ElderCareCosts scores.
Parent organization: Providence Group Nh, LLC
parent · PAC 5294198396
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Genworth Cost of Care Survey · 2024
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Median · CA$11,060/moNursing Homes
Median · CA$12,167/moOther licensed providers in Santa Cruz, with their own public records.
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