The Cove at La Jolla

Inspection history (21)

Records from December 2021 to May 2025.

• May 16, 2025 · E

  Citation F0689

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-05-16 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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 2025-06-03. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• May 16, 2025 · E

  Citation F0804

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-05-16 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 2025-06-03. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• May 16, 2025 · D

  Citation F0695

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-05-16 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 2025-06-03. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• May 16, 2025 · D

  Citation F0550

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-05-16 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 2025-06-03. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• May 16, 2025 · D

  Citation F0656

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-05-16 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 2025-06-03. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• May 16, 2025 · E

  Citation F0812

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-05-16 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 2025-06-03. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• May 16, 2025 · D

  Citation F0806

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-05-16 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 2025-06-03. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• June 6, 2024 · D

  Citation F0842

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-06 under CMS tag F0842 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, 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 2024-06-26. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• June 6, 2024 · D

  Citation F0656

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-06 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 2024-06-26. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• June 6, 2024 · D

  Citation F0865

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-06 under CMS tag F0865 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-06-26. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• June 6, 2024 · E

  Citation F0641

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-06 under CMS tag F0641 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-06-26. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• June 6, 2024 · E

  Citation F0812

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-06 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 2024-06-26. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• June 6, 2024 · D

  Citation F0558

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-06-06 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 2024-06-26. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• January 17, 2024 · D

  Citation F0773

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-01-17 under CMS tag F0773 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-01-26. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• September 28, 2023 · D

  Citation F0607

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-09-28 under CMS tag F0607 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-10-17. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• August 29, 2023 · D

  Citation F0656

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-29 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 2023-08-31. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• December 9, 2021 · E

  Citation F0802

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-12-09 under CMS tag F0802 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-01-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• December 9, 2021 · E

  Citation F0804

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-12-09 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 2022-01-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• December 9, 2021 · F

  Citation F0908

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-12-09 under CMS tag F0908 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Keep all essential equipment working safely. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2022-01-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• December 9, 2021 · E

  Citation F0812

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2021-12-09 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 2022-01-20. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

  View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2021-12-09.GOV

Penalties

Total fines on file: $0

Staffing

Latest: 4.95 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)

Ownership

For profit

1. Parent organization: The Ensign Group INC

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1. Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed

   The source now records ownership as "For profit".

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2. Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed

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

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3. Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed

   The source now records ownership as "For profit".

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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)