THE COVE AT LA JOLLA
7160 FAY AVENUE, LA JOLLA, CA 92037 · CCN 555545
Ratings
- Overall
- ★★★★★ 5
- Health inspection
- ★★★★☆ 4
- Quality measures
- ★★★★★ 5
- Staffing
- ★★★★☆ 4
Facility
- Ownership type
- For profit - Corporation
- Certified beds
- 59
- Avg residents/day
- 50.9
- Phone
- 8584594361
Inspection history vs California & national averages
Cycle 1 is the most recent standard health inspection. Lower total deficiency counts are better.
| Cycle | Inspection date | This facility | California avg | National avg | vs state |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2025-05-16 | 7 | 15.6 | 9.5 | -8.6 better |
| 2 | 2024-06-06 | 6 | 17.4 | 9.8 | -11.4 better |
| 3 | 2021-12-09 | 8 | 17.1 | 9.3 | -9.1 better |
Cycle 1 deficiencies by category
| Category | Deficiencies |
|---|---|
| Quality of life and care | 2 |
| Resident assessment and care planning | 1 |
| Resident rights | 1 |
| Nutrition and dietary | 3 |
Staffing (hours per resident per day)
| Metric | This facility | Turnover |
|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staffing (reported) | 4.82 | 68.8% |
| RN staffing (reported) | 0.96 | 64.3% |
| Total nurse staffing (adjusted) | 4.35 | — |
Fines & penalties
- Total fines
- $0
- Number of fines
- 0
- Number of penalties
- 0
- Payment denials
- 0
Chain
- Chain
- THE ENSIGN GROUP
- Facilities in chain
- 329
- Chain avg overall
- 3.20 / 5
Inspection citations (21)
- DF0550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.2025-05-16 · Health · corrected 2025-06-03
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.2025-05-16 · Health · corrected 2025-06-03
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.2025-05-16 · Health · corrected 2025-06-03
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.2025-05-16 · Health · corrected 2025-06-03
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.2025-05-16 · Health · corrected 2025-06-03
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0806Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.2025-05-16 · Health · corrected 2025-06-03
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.2025-05-16 · Health · corrected 2025-06-03
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0558Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.2024-06-06 · Health · corrected 2024-06-26
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0641Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.2024-06-06 · Health · corrected 2024-06-26
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.2024-06-06 · Health · corrected 2024-06-26
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.2024-06-06 · Health · corrected 2024-06-26
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0842Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.2024-06-06 · Health · corrected 2024-06-26
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0865Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.2024-06-06 · Health · corrected 2024-06-26
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0773Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.2024-01-17 · Health · corrected 2024-01-26
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0607Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.2023-09-28 · Health · corrected 2023-10-17
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.2023-08-29 · Health · corrected 2023-08-31
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0802Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.2021-12-09 · Health · corrected 2022-01-20
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.2021-12-09 · Health · corrected 2022-01-20
Potential for more than minimal harm
- EF0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.2021-12-09 · Health · corrected 2022-01-20
Potential for more than minimal harm
- FF0908Keep all essential equipment working safely.2021-12-09 · Health · corrected 2022-01-20
Potential for more than minimal harm
- DF0920Provide at least one room set aside to use as a resident dining room and for activities, that is a good size, with good lighting, air flow and furniture.2021-12-09 · Health · corrected 2022-01-20
Potential for more than minimal harm
Ownership
| Owner | Type | Role | Percent | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| FLAGSTONE HEALTHCARE SOUTH LLC | Organization | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | 100% | 2014-09-10 |
| THE ENSIGN GROUP INC | Organization | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | 100% | 2006-01-30 |
| TWOMAGNETS LLC | Organization | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2014-12-01 |
| MIRKARIMI, KAMRON | Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2021-05-10 |
| RAMESH, JENNIFER | Individual | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | — | 2014-12-01 |
| OH, KATHERINE | Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | — | 2025-06-01 |
| SATO, AMI | Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | — | 2024-09-09 |
| WILLITS, ADAM | Individual | CORPORATE DIRECTOR | — | 2024-09-09 |
| BURNAM, SOON | Individual | CORPORATE OFFICER | — | 2014-09-10 |
| KEETCH, CHAD | Individual | CORPORATE OFFICER | — | 2011-03-01 |
Other facilities in LA JOLLA
| Name | Overall | Beds |
|---|---|---|
| LA JOLLA NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER | ★★★☆☆ | 161 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, Nursing Home Care Compare files (processed 2026-03-01). Citations show the 3 most recent inspection cycles.