TOWN & COUNTRY
555 EAST MEMORY LANE, SANTA ANA, CA 92706
(714) 547-7157
- Health inspection
- 3/5
- Staffing
- 5/5
- Quality measures
- 5/5
Full CMS profile 26 health deficiencies (latest survey)
Live CMS Care Compare data
Nursing Home Star Ratings in Santa Ana, CA
Federal inspection and quality ratings for Medicare-certified skilled nursing facilities. Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog.
Santa Ana nursing homes average 2.3 overall stars across 8 CMS-rated facilities — 0.9 stars below the CMS national average (~3.2). 1 facilities earn 4–5 stars; 6 rate 1–2 stars and warrant extra research. National CMS benchmark: ~3.2 stars.
8
Facilities
2.3
Avg. stars
1
4–5 stars
6
1–2 stars
CMS Nursing Home Quality Report · 2026
Nursing Home Quality in Santa Ana, CA
CMS Care Compare lists 8 Medicare-certified nursing homes in Santa Ana, CA. Average overall rating: 2.3 stars (national avg ~3.2). 13% earn 4–5 stars; 75% rate 1–2 stars.
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CMS-certified facilities
2.3
Avg overall stars
13%
Rate 4–5 stars
75%
Rate 1–2 stars
- 8 CMS-certified skilled nursing facilities in Santa Ana
- Average overall star rating: 2.3 (below national ~3.2)
- 13% of facilities rate 4–5 stars (1 of 8)
- 75% rate 1–2 stars (6 of 8) — verify inspection history
- 3 facilities have CMS abuse icon flags — review Care Compare details
SOUTH COAST GLOBAL MEDICAL CENTER D/P SNF
2701 SOUTH BRISTOL STREET, SANTA ANA, CA 92704
(714) 754-5454
- Health inspection
- 3/5
- Staffing
- 3/5
- Quality measures
- 4/5
Full CMS profile 16 health deficiencies (latest survey)PLAZA HEALTHCARE CENTER
1209 HEMLOCK WAY, SANTA ANA, CA 92707
(714) 546-1966
- Health inspection
- 2/5
- Staffing
- 2/5
- Quality measures
- 2/5
Abuse icon on record — review CMS profileFull CMS profile 29 health deficiencies (latest survey)SOUTH COAST POST ACUTE
1030 W WARNER AVE, SANTA ANA, CA 92707
(714) 546-6450
- Health inspection
- 2/5
- Staffing
- 4/5
- Quality measures
- 4/5
Abuse icon on record — review CMS profileFull CMS profile 21 health deficiencies (latest survey)Citrus Post-Acute
1929 N. FAIRVIEW STREET, SANTA ANA, CA 92706
(714) 554-9700
- Health inspection
- 2/5
- Staffing
- 3/5
- Quality measures
- 4/5
Full CMS profile 32 health deficiencies (latest survey)THE HILLS POST ACUTE
1800 OLD TUSTIN AVENUE, SANTA ANA, CA 92705
(714) 835-4900
- Health inspection
- 2/5
- Staffing
- 4/5
- Quality measures
- 4/5
Full CMS profile 25 health deficiencies (latest survey)ADVANCED REHAB CENTER OF TUSTIN
2210 E. FIRST STREET, SANTA ANA, CA 92705
(714) 547-7091
- Health inspection
- 1/5
- Staffing
- 3/5
- Quality measures
- 2/5
Abuse icon on record — review CMS profileFull CMS profile 40 health deficiencies (latest survey)FRENCH PARK CARE CENTER
600 E WASHINGTON AVENUE, SANTA ANA, CA 92701
(714) 973-1656
- Health inspection
- 1/5
- Staffing
- 3/5
- Quality measures
- 4/5
Full CMS profile 39 health deficiencies (latest survey)
FAQs
Does Medicaid pay for nursing homes in Santa Ana, CA?▾
Yes — California Medicaid (Medi-Cal / Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)) can cover skilled nursing facility room, board, and care for eligible residents. Income is typically limited to ~$1,737/mo with a 60-month asset look-back. Use our free Medicaid screener for Santa Ana.
How many nursing homes are in Santa Ana, CA?▾
CMS Care Compare lists 8 Medicare-certified skilled nursing facilities in Santa Ana. This does not include assisted living communities, which are state-licensed separately.
What do CMS star ratings mean?▾
Overall ratings combine health inspection results, staffing levels, and quality measures on a 1–5 scale. Five stars is above average; one or two stars warrants extra research before choosing.
Does Medicare pay for nursing homes in Santa Ana?▾
Medicare may cover short-term skilled nursing after a qualifying hospital stay — not long-term custodial care. For long stays, Medicaid or private pay typically applies.
How do Santa Ana nursing home ratings compare to national averages?▾
Santa Ana nursing homes average 2.3 overall stars across 8 CMS-rated facilities — 0.9 stars below the CMS national average (~3.2). 1 facilities earn 4–5 stars; 6 rate 1–2 stars and warrant extra research.
What is the difference between a nursing home and assisted living in Santa Ana?▾
Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care and are CMS-rated. Assisted living in Santa Ana supports daily activities but not skilled nursing — avg ~$4,600/mo. Medi-Cal / Assisted Living Waiver (ALW) may cover long-term nursing care for eligible residents; assisted living room and board is typically private pay.
Sources & methodology
Cost estimates, demographics, and safety data are compiled from government sources. Verify current figures with official portals before making care decisions.