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Valle Verde Health Facility is a non profit - corporation facility in Santa Barbara, CA with 80 certified beds and a 5-star overall CMS rating. The facility has 21 deficiency records on file.

900 Calle De Los Amigos, Santa Barbara, CA 93105

Phone: 8058834000

Overall Rating

5/5

Health Inspection

5/5

Staffing

5/5

Quality Measures

4/5

Long-Stay Quality

4/5

Facility Information

Provider Number
055733
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Beds
80
Residents
56
In Hospital
No
County
Santa Barbara
Last Inspection
Jan 9, 2026

Staffing Data

RN Hours
0.72 (nat'l avg: 0.68)
LPN Hours
1.52
CNA Hours
2.44
Total Nursing Hours
4.69 (nat'l avg: 3.89)
PT Hours
0.14
Nursing Turnover
21.4%
RN Turnover
25.0%

What the CMS Record Reveals About Valle Verde Health Facility

Valle Verde Health Facility operates 80 certified beds in Santa Barbara, CA with approximately 56 residents currently in care, and carries a CMS overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars. The overall score is a composite of three weighted sub-ratings published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: health inspection results (5★), staffing levels (5★), and quality measures (4★). Because CMS caps the overall score at the health-inspection tier and then adjusts up or down based on staffing and quality, the sub-scores often tell a sharper story than the headline star count alone — a 3-star facility with weak inspection history reads differently from one held back by thin staffing.

The inspection file contains 21 deficiency records from recent surveys, all falling in the no-harm or minimal-harm bands of the CMS scope-and-severity grid. No fines or payment denials have been assessed against this provider, suggesting issues — if any — did not rise to the enforcement threshold. Staffing is reported at 4.69 total nursing hours per resident day (national average 3.89), with RN coverage at 0.72 per resident day — the single staffing metric most strongly tied to resident outcomes in peer-reviewed literature.

Classified as "Non profit - Corporation" ownership and operating as a "Medicare and Medicaid" provider, Valle Verde Health Facility falls into a category where comparative context matters. National research consistently shows that ownership structure, staffing hours, and turnover are the three operational levers that correlate most strongly with resident outcomes — ratings and fines are lagging indicators of those upstream choices. Reported nursing turnover at this facility is 21.4%, within a range generally associated with stable care teams. For families evaluating this facility, the CMS record should be read alongside a site visit, direct conversation with current residents and their families, and review of the state health department's most recent inspection report — the star rating is a starting point, not a verdict. All data on this page is sourced from CMS Provider Data and the Nursing Home Compare program; always verify details directly with the facility or your state survey agency before making placement decisions.

Deficiency History (21 most recent)

F — Widespread - Minimal harm Jan 10, 2025 Tag: 0812

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: Feb 4, 2025

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Jan 10, 2025 Tag: 0803

Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: Feb 4, 2025

F — Widespread - Minimal harm Jan 10, 2025 Tag: 0801

Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: Feb 4, 2025

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Jan 10, 2025 Tag: 0761

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.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Feb 4, 2025

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Jan 10, 2025 Tag: 0755

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Feb 4, 2025

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Oct 21, 2024 Tag: 0842

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Dec 20, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 27, 2024 Tag: 0835

Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.

Category: Administration Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 20, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 1, 2024 Tag: 0689

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Jul 18, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm May 16, 2024 Tag: 0761

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.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: May 22, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm May 16, 2024 Tag: 0656

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: May 22, 2024

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 1, 2023 Tag: 0921

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

Category: Environmental Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 7, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 1, 2023 Tag: 0880

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 7, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 1, 2023 Tag: 0842

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 7, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 1, 2023 Tag: 0812

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 7, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 1, 2023 Tag: 0761

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.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 7, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 1, 2023 Tag: 0656

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 7, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Mar 1, 2023 Tag: 0645

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Apr 7, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 25, 2019 Tag: 0880

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 24, 2019

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Jul 25, 2019 Tag: 0812

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 24, 2019

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 25, 2019 Tag: 0695

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 24, 2019

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 25, 2019 Tag: 0658

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 24, 2019

Quality Measures

Measure Type Score Used in Rating
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased Long Stay 19.0% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight Long Stay 5.4% No
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay 1.4% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay 2.3% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms Long Stay 2.3% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained Long Stay 0.0% No
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay 3.0% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Long Stay 99.2% No
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Short Stay 97.9% No
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay 1.5% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay 16.2% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication Long Stay 13.2% No
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Long Stay 100.0% No
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Short Stay 97.4% No
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay 4.3% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence Long Stay 23.1% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay 20.6% Yes

Penalty History

Date Type Amount
Mar 1, 2023 Fine $5K

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall CMS rating for Valle Verde Health Facility?
Valle Verde Health Facility has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars. This rating combines health inspection results (5★), staffing levels (5★), and quality measures (4★).
What are the staffing levels at Valle Verde Health Facility?
Valle Verde Health Facility reports 4.69 total nursing hours per resident day (national average: 3.89). RN hours are 0.72 per resident day (national average: 0.68). Nursing staff turnover is 21.4%.
How many beds does Valle Verde Health Facility have?
Valle Verde Health Facility has 80 certified beds with approximately 56 residents. The facility is located at 900 Calle De Los Amigos, Santa Barbara, CA 93105.
Does Valle Verde Health Facility have any deficiencies on record?
Yes, Valle Verde Health Facility has 21 deficiencies on record from recent inspections. Most deficiencies are classified as no harm or minimal harm.
Has Valle Verde Health Facility received any fines or penalties?
No, Valle Verde Health Facility has no fines or penalties on record.
Who owns Valle Verde Health Facility?
Valle Verde Health Facility is classified as "Non profit - Corporation" ownership. The facility type is "Medicare and Medicaid".
When was Valle Verde Health Facility last inspected?
The most recent health inspection for Valle Verde Health Facility was on Jan 9, 2026. The facility received a health inspection rating of 5 out of 5 stars.
What quality measures are tracked for Valle Verde Health Facility?
Valle Verde Health Facility is evaluated on 17 quality measures, of which 8 are used in the CMS star rating calculation. These include measures for both long-stay and short-stay residents covering areas like infections, falls, pressure ulcers, and medication use.

Data Sources

Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare. Ratings, staffing, deficiency, quality measure, and penalty data are from CMS Provider Data. For informational purposes only. Always verify information directly with the facility or your state health department.

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