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Santa Fe Post-acute

247 E. BOBIER DRIVE, VISTA, CA, 92084
(760) 945-3033
187 licensed beds
★★★★★2/5CMS Five-Star overall2/5 health inspections2/5 staffing3/5 quality measuresSource: CMS Care Compare

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Bed capacity
187
CMS facility ID
555723
Care type
Nursing home
County
San Diego
Facility name
Santa Fe Post-acute
Street address
247 E. BOBIER DRIVE
City / state / ZIP
Vista, CA 92084
Phone
(760) 945-3033

Santa Fe Post-acute is a Medicare/Medicaid-certified skilled nursing facility in Vista, California. It is licensed for 187 beds — well above the median for skilled nursing facilities in California (98 beds).

It is one of 37 senior care facilities in Vista and 1,165 skilled nursing facilities across California. Families comparing options should weigh inspection history, ownership record, and litigation — not just the tour — before deciding.

Federal inspectors have cited Santa Fe Post-acute 71 times across 15 inspections in the last three years, including 8 food-safety citations, and CMS has imposed $64,269 in fines. Every citation is listed, dated, and graded in the inspection record below.

This listing draws on federal CMS Nursing Home Compare records, and was last updated on August 31, 2026. Background reports are compiled from primary sources — state inspection files, federal CMS data, corporate registrations, and court records — at the time of order.

What the public record shows.

Ownership & operator

Parent company
Bayshire Senior Communities
Ownership type
For profit - Limited Liability company

Registered owners & officers

Bayshire Llc
Direct owner — 100% stake — since 2024
Brar, Karanbir
Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2024
Caretrust Reit Inc
Additional disclosable party — since 2023
Ctr Partnership Lp
Additional disclosable party — since 2023
Kirby, Scott
Operational control — since 2024
Tanner, David
Operational control · Additional disclosable party — since 2024

Regulatory standing

Licensed / certified since
1998-04-22
CMS overall rating
2 of 5 stars
Health deficiencies
12 at the last standard inspection
Federal fines
$64,269 total
Last standard inspection
2025-05-02
Nurse staffing
3.8 hours per resident per day

Cost & payer profile (FY2023 cost report)

Average billed charges
$381 per day (≈ $11,580/month). Private-pay prices typically track billed charges; Medicare and Medicaid pay set rates.
Payer mix (resident days)
89% Medicaid · 4% Medicare · 7% private/other
Occupancy
78% (fiscal year 2023)
Vs. state median
26% below the CA median of $514/day — full state cost breakdown

Services & coverage

Licensed beds
187
Medicare
Accepted
Medicaid
Accepted
Wheelchair accessible
entrance and parking
Visiting hours
Daily Open 24 hours
Compiled from CMS Nursing Home Compare; owners/officers from the CMS Ownership dataset; cost & occupancy from the facility's own CMS cost report; hours/accessibility via Google · last verified 2026-08-31. Facilities can submit a correction.
Every citation, dated and graded.

Kitchen & food safety

Federal surveyors inspect the kitchen at every standard visit. This facility has 8 food-safety citations on its three-year record — flagged below among the inspections.
2026-03-23Health inspectionComplaint-triggered1 citation
F-0689
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2026-04-16
2026-02-02Health inspectionComplaint-triggered1 citation
F-0689
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2026-03-31
13 earlier / fire-safety inspections (69 citations)
2025-09-04Health inspectionComplaint-triggered3 citations
F-0641
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected 2025-10-15
F-0686
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2025-10-15
F-0689
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2025-10-15
2025-05-19Health inspectionComplaint-triggered1 citation
F-0561
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Corrected 2025-06-19
2025-05-02Health inspection7 citations
F-0567
D · No harm found
Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
Corrected 2025-06-02
F-0641
D · No harm found
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected 2025-06-02
F-0656
D · No harm found
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2025-06-02
F-0677
E · No harm found
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected 2025-06-02
F-0698
D · No harm found
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected 2025-06-02
F-0761
D · No harm found
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.
Corrected 2025-06-02
F-0880
D · No harm found
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2025-06-02
2025-02-06Health inspectionComplaint-triggered1 citation
F-0636
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Corrected 2025-03-06
2024-05-31Health inspectionComplaint-triggered1 citation
F-0656
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2024-07-01
2023-09-21Health inspectionComplaint-triggered4 citations
F-0580
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected 2023-11-06
F-0740
G · Actual harmFrom a complaint
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Corrected 2023-11-27
F-0741
K · Immediate jeopardyFrom a complaint
Ensure that the facility has sufficient staff members who possess the competencies and skills to meet the behavioral health needs of residents.
Corrected 2023-11-06
F-0838
G · Actual harmFrom a complaint
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
Corrected 2023-11-06
2023-09-07Health inspectionComplaint-triggered1 citation
F-0656
D · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2023-09-08
2022-07-14Health inspection16 citations
F-0656
D · No harm found
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2022-08-12
F-0677
D · No harm found
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected 2022-08-12
F-0689
D · No harm found
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2022-08-12
F-0698
E · No harm found
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected 2022-08-12
F-0755
E · No harm found
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected 2022-08-12
F-0756
D · No harm found
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected 2022-08-12
F-0758
D · No harm found
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 limited.
Corrected 2022-08-12
F-0760
D · No harm found
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected 2022-08-12
F-0761
E · No harm found
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.
Corrected 2022-08-12
F-0802
D · No harm foundFood safety
Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.
Corrected 2022-08-12
F-0803
D · No harm foundFood safety
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.
Corrected 2022-08-12
F-0812
D · No harm foundFood safety
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2022-08-12
F-0813
D · No harm foundFood safety
Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.
Corrected 2022-08-12
F-0842
E · No harm found
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected 2022-08-12
F-0880
E · No harm found
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2022-08-12
F-0914
D · No harm found
Provide bedrooms that don't allow residents to see each other when privacy is needed.
Corrected 2022-08-12
2019-02-07Health inspection12 citations
F-0550
D · No harm found
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected 2019-04-04
F-0656
D · No harm found
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2019-04-04
F-0686
D · No harm found
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2019-04-04
F-0690
D · No harm found
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected 2019-04-04
F-0761
D · No harm found
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.
Corrected 2019-04-04
F-0801
F · No harm foundFood safety
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.
Corrected 2019-02-07
F-0804
E · No harm foundFood safety
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected 2019-04-04
F-0812
F · No harm foundFood safety
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2019-02-07
F-0813
E · No harm foundFood safety
Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.
Corrected 2019-04-04
F-0838
E · No harm found
Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies.
Corrected 2019-04-04
F-0908
E · No harm found
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Corrected 2019-02-07
F-0925
D · No harm found
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected 2019-04-04
2025-05-02Fire-safety inspection6 citations
E-0035
C · No harm found
Provide family notifications of emergency plan.
Corrected 2025-05-28
E-0041
C · No harm found
Implement emergency and standby power systems.
Corrected 2025-05-28
K-0222
E · No harm found
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Corrected 2025-05-28
K-0363
E · No harm found
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2025-05-28
K-0374
D · No harm found
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Corrected 2025-05-28
K-0918
F · No harm found
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2025-05-28
2023-08-02Fire-safety inspectionComplaint-triggered1 citation
E-0015
F · No harm foundFrom a complaint
Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.
Corrected 2023-09-14
2022-07-14Fire-safety inspection6 citations
K-0291
D · No harm found
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Corrected 2022-08-08
K-0321
D · No harm found
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Corrected 2022-08-08
K-0345
E · No harm found
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2022-08-08
K-0353
D · No harm found
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2022-08-08
K-0511
D · No harm found
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Corrected 2022-08-08
K-0918
E · No harm found
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2022-08-08
2019-02-07Fire-safety inspection10 citations
E-0004
E · No harm found
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Corrected 2019-04-19
E-0029
D · No harm found
Develop a communication plan.
Corrected 2019-04-19
K-0223
D · No harm found
Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.
Corrected 2019-04-19
K-0271
D · No harm found
Have exits that are accessible at all times.
Corrected 2019-04-19
K-0343
E · No harm found
Have a fire alarm with audible and visual signals that transmits the alarm automatically to notify emergency forces in event of fire.
Corrected 2019-04-19
K-0353
D · No harm found
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2019-04-19
K-0363
D · No harm found
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2019-04-19
K-0753
D · No harm found
Have restrictions on the use of highly flammable decorations.
Corrected 2019-04-19
K-0918
E · No harm found
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2019-04-19
K-0920
E · No harm found
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2019-04-19

Federal penalties

2025-09-04Fine$64,269
2025-09-04Medicare payment denial — 15 days
Citations and penalties from the CMS Provider Data Catalog (three-year survey window, refreshed monthly). Severity codes follow the federal scope/severity grid; “Immediate jeopardy” is the most serious grade CMS issues. CCN 555723.
What people say on Google.
3.560 ratings on Google
★★★★★Joseph Obezo · 2025-10-22 · via Google

“My mum was staying there for an extended time due to dementia. Every time I visited was difficult as her memory was short and I would spend a few minutes reminding her that I'm older than she remembers. What amazed me, though, was that she remembers one of the staff there; her name was Michelle Meadher. She came in a few times during my visits, and every time she would come in my mum would greet …”

★★★Kara Horat · 2025-04-20 · via Google

“Santa Fe Post Acute served an important purpose during a challenging transition for my mom—and for that, we’re grateful. We were fortunate to connect with some truly wonderful staff. David Tanner, the Executive Director, was kind, responsive, and human in every interaction. Michelle in admissions helped make the process smoother than expected, and Ilda, my mom’s RN, was a standout—attentive, comp…”

★★★★★Jordan Storm · 2025-09-19 · via Google

“I recently had the pleasure of touring this facility. It’s very spacious and open doesn’t feel compacted like some of the few I’ve been touring. I appreciate the cleanliness. I will be picking this facility for my loved one to continue rehab services.”

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Ownership & corporate history

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Inspection citations — last 5 years

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Civil & criminal lawsuits

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Federal dockets
CDC infection data
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Citations, owner history, lawsuits — decoded into one PDF.
Sources we pull for this facility.
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CMS Nursing Home Compare
data.cms.gov Provider Data Catalog
Last verified 2026-08-31
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Google Business Profile
Photos, reviews & hours
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Secretary of State filings
Entity & officer search
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PACER federal dockets
pacer.uscourts.gov
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