Village Square Healthcare Center
San Marcos, San Diego County, California · CCN 555754 · For-profit (Partnership) · part of Mariner Health Care (17 facilities, chain average 3.6 stars)
CMS rates Village Square Healthcare Center 4 of 5 overall as of August 2026. 118 certified beds, 113 residents a day on average. 42 citations on record from the current inspection cycles; no fines on record.
CMS’s ratings
The Five-Star Quality Rating System, as CMS publishes it. Where CMS gives no rating, the reason CMS gives is printed instead.
| Overall | ★★★★☆ 4 of 5 |
|---|---|
| Health inspections | ★★★★☆ 4 of 5 |
| Staffing | ★★★☆☆ 3 of 5 |
| Quality measures | ★★★☆☆ 3 of 5 |
| Quality: long-stay / short-stay | 4 / 2 of 5 |
Staffing
| Total nurse staffing | 4.09907 hours per resident per day |
|---|---|
| Registered nurses | 0.38296 hours per resident per day |
| Weekend total | 3.88377 hours per resident per day |
| Nursing staff turnover | 37.6% (registered nurses 63.6%) |
| Administrators who left | 0 |
Citations from health inspections
Each is a finding by a state surveyor on the date shown, in CMS’s words. The severity is CMS’s scope-and-severity grid, spelled out: harm on the left, how widespread on the right.
| Survey | Finding | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-19 complaint survey |
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · tag F0755 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2026-04-10 |
| 2026-02-05 complaint survey |
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · tag F0755 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2026-02-27 |
| 2025-06-26 complaint survey |
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0686 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-07-07 |
| 2025-05-15 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · tag F0812 |
F No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; widespread | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-06-06 |
| 2025-05-15 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0550 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-06-06 |
| 2025-05-15 | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0554 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-06-06 |
| 2025-03-04 complaint survey |
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0580 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-03-20 |
| 2025-02-28 complaint survey |
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0550 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-03-13 |
| 2025-02-28 complaint survey |
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0694 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-03-13 |
| 2025-02-28 complaint survey |
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · tag F0880 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-03-13 |
| 2025-02-27 complaint survey |
Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made. Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0559 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-03-13 |
| 2024-09-30 complaint survey |
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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0584 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-10-29 |
| 2024-03-12 complaint survey |
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0684 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-04-18 |
| 2023-11-03 complaint survey |
Honor the resident's right to receive visitors of his or her choosing, at the time of his or her choosing. Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0563 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2023-11-21 |
| 2022-07-29 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · tag F0755 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2022-08-31 |
| 2022-07-29 | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0554 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2022-08-31 |
| 2022-07-29 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · tag F0657 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2022-08-31 |
| 2022-07-29 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0684 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2022-08-31 |
| 2022-07-29 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0686 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2022-08-31 |
| 2022-07-29 | Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0694 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2022-08-31 |
| 2022-07-29 | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · tag F0732 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2022-08-31 |
| 2022-07-29 | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · tag F0757 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2022-08-31 |
| 2022-07-29 | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · tag F0761 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2022-08-31 |
| 2022-07-29 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · tag F0812 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2022-08-31 |
| 2022-07-29 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · tag F0880 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2022-08-31 |
| 2019-02-14 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · tag F0657 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2019-04-25 |
| 2019-02-14 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0689 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2019-04-25 |
| 2019-02-14 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · tag F0812 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Past Non-Compliance 2019-02-14 |
| 2019-02-14 | Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. Administration Deficiencies · tag F0865 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2019-04-25 |
| 2019-02-14 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0550 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2019-04-25 |
| 2019-02-14 | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0552 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2019-04-25 |
| 2019-02-14 | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0582 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2019-04-25 |
| 2019-02-14 | Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave. Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0625 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2019-04-25 |
| 2019-02-14 | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · tag F0655 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2019-04-25 |
| 2019-02-14 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · tag F0656 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2019-04-25 |
| 2019-02-14 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0684 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2019-04-25 |
| 2019-02-14 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0695 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2019-04-25 |
| 2019-02-14 | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0698 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2019-04-25 |
| 2019-02-14 | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · tag F0761 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2019-04-25 |
| 2019-02-14 | Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · tag F0802 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2019-04-25 |
| 2019-02-14 | Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · tag F0813 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Past Non-Compliance 2019-02-14 |
| 2019-02-14 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · tag F0880 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2019-04-25 |
Fines and payment denials
No fines or payment denials on record since 2023.
Who owns and runs it
Every owner, officer and manager CMS lists, as filed. These are the names in CMS’s ownership record; anyone named in the ownership record can ask about it on the about page.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gc Holding Company 2 LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 99% | 2015-10-29 |
| Grancare LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 2015-10-29 |
| Mariner Health Care, Inc. Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 2015-10-29 |
| Mhc Holding Company Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 2015-10-29 |
| Mhc West Holding Company Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 2015-10-29 |
| National Senior Care, Inc. Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 2015-10-29 |
| San Marcos Holding Company Gp LLC Organization | general partnership interest | — | 2015-10-29 |
| Gc Holding Company 2 LLC Organization | limited partnership interest | — | 2015-10-29 |
| Grunstein, Emily Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 2019-02-06 |
| Bhatia, Prakash Individual | adp of the snf | — | 2024-03-15 |
| Currey, Larua Individual | adp of the snf | — | 2024-09-30 |
| Franco, Juan Carlos Individual | adp of the snf | — | 2024-01-01 |
| Padilla, Phil Individual | adp of the snf | — | 2024-12-12 |
| Sarcauga, Dennis Individual | adp of the snf | — | 2025-02-06 |
| Bhatia, Prakash Individual | operational/managerial control | — | 2024-03-15 |
| Currey, Larua Individual | operational/managerial control | — | 2024-09-30 |
| Franco, Juan Carlos Individual | operational/managerial control | — | 2024-01-01 |
| Padilla, Phil Individual | operational/managerial control | — | 2024-12-12 |
| Sarcauga, Dennis Individual | operational/managerial control | — | 2025-02-06 |
What changed
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Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Provider Data Catalog (public domain), files dated 2026-08-01. Ratings are CMS’s; citations are state surveyors’ findings; nothing here is estimated or a recommendation. Every nursing home in San Diego County.