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Historical census / certified bedsNot publicly reportedNo facility-level report confirmed yet
Medicare-certified beds96 medicare-certified bedsUnknown does not mean zero or vacant
Current openings / admissionsNot verifiedAsk about openings, appropriate level of care, fees and any waitlist.
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Inspection citations
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| Date | Severity | What inspectors found | Visit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 26, 2026 | D · potential | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | Complaint |
| Apr 15, 2026 | D · potential | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Complaint |
| Feb 12, 2026 | D · potential | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | Complaint |
| Feb 12, 2026 | D · potential | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Complaint |
| Feb 12, 2026 | D · potential | Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives. | Complaint |
| Feb 12, 2026 | G · harm | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | Complaint |
| Feb 12, 2026 | D · potential | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. | Complaint |
| Feb 12, 2026 | D · potential | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | Complaint |
| Aug 11, 2025 | D · potential | Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge. | Complaint |
| Aug 11, 2025 | D · potential | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | Complaint |
| Apr 24, 2025 | D · potential | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Complaint |
| Apr 24, 2025 | E · potential | Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs. | Complaint |
| Dec 23, 2024 | D · potential | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Complaint |
| Dec 23, 2024 | D · potential | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. | Complaint |
| Dec 23, 2024 | D · potential | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | Complaint |
| Dec 12, 2024 | D · potential | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | Routine |
| Dec 12, 2024 | E · potential | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. | Routine |
| Dec 12, 2024 | D · potential | Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. | Routine |
| Dec 12, 2024 | D · potential | Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged. | Routine |
| Dec 12, 2024 | D · potential | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Routine |
| Dec 12, 2024 | D · potential | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | Routine |
| Dec 12, 2024 | D · potential | Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. | Routine |
| Dec 12, 2024 | D · potential | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | Routine |
| Dec 12, 2024 | D · potential | Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent. | Routine |
| Dec 12, 2024 | D · potential | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. | Routine |
| Dec 12, 2024 | D · potential | 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. | Routine |
| Dec 12, 2024 | E · potential | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Routine |
| Dec 12, 2024 | E · potential | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | Routine |
| Dec 12, 2024 | D · potential | Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data. | Routine |
| Dec 12, 2024 | E · potential | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Routine |
| Sep 26, 2024 | D · potential | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Complaint |
| Aug 13, 2024 | D · potential | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. | Complaint |
| May 30, 2024 | D · potential | 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. | Complaint |
| Feb 29, 2024 | D · potential | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. | Complaint |
| Dec 6, 2023 | D · potential | Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent. | Complaint |
| Nov 15, 2023 | D · potential | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | Complaint |
| Nov 15, 2023 | D · potential | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Complaint |
| Jul 15, 2021 | D · potential | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. | Routine |
| Jul 15, 2021 | D · potential | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | Routine |
| Jul 15, 2021 | E · potential | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | Routine |
| Jul 15, 2021 | D · potential | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | Routine |
| Jul 15, 2021 | D · potential | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. | Routine |
| Jul 15, 2021 | D · potential | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | Routine |
| Jul 15, 2021 | D · potential | 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. | Routine |
| Jul 15, 2021 | F · potential | Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service. | Routine |
| Jul 15, 2021 | D · potential | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. | Routine |
| Jul 15, 2021 | F · potential | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | Routine |
| Jul 15, 2021 | D · potential | Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors. | Routine |
| Jul 15, 2021 | F · potential | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. | Routine |
| Jul 11, 2019 | D · potential | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. | Routine |
| Jul 11, 2019 | D · potential | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | Routine |
| Jul 11, 2019 | D · potential | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. | Routine |
| Jul 11, 2019 | D · potential | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | Routine |
| Jul 11, 2019 | E · potential | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | Routine |
| Jul 11, 2019 | D · potential | 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. | Routine |
| Jul 11, 2019 | D · potential | Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services. | Routine |
| Jul 11, 2019 | E · potential | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | Routine |
Medicare's severity letters: A–C minimal harm, D–F potential for more than minimal harm, G–L actual harm or immediate danger. Source: CMS health deficiencies file, processed October 1, 2026.
Questions to ask on a visit
Cottonwood Canyon Healthcare Center
1391 Madison Avenue, El Cajon, CA 92021 · (619) 444-1107
Visit date: ____________ Spoke with: ______________________
Record on file
- Certification
- Medicare and Medi-Cal certified skilled nursing facility
- Medicare number (CCN)
- 055064
- Certified beds
- 96
- Legal owner
- Koa Holdings LLC
- Part of
- Pacs Group
Full profile on Medicare's Care Compare. Source: CMS, processed October 1, 2026.
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