National City Post Acute

National City Post Acute is a skilled nursing facility located at 220 East 24th Street in National City, California, within San Diego County. The facility operates 98 certified beds and is classified as a for-profit corporation. It is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid, making it eligible to serve a broad range of patients requiring post-acute and long-term care services. The facility holds an overall CMS star rating of 4 out of 5, which is above the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS star ratings are derived from three component domains: health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. National City Post Acute received a 3-star rating in the health inspection category, indicating performance in line with the national average for this domain. The staffing rating is also 3 stars, again consistent with the national average, reflecting the reported levels of nursing staff hours relative to resident census. The quality measure rating stands at 5 stars, the highest available score, indicating that the facility performs notably well on clinical quality indicators tracked by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. These measures include metrics such as rates of rehospitalization, the prevalence of pressure ulcers, and functional outcomes among residents. National City Post Acute accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as forms of payment, which broadens access for residents whose care may be funded through federal or state programs. Individuals and families considering this facility are advised to contact the administration directly at (619) 474-6741 to verify current bed availability, confirm accepted insurance plans, and obtain information about any private pay options that may be available. Coverage details and eligibility requirements can vary based on individual circumstances and program guidelines. When evaluated against national benchmarks, National City Post Acute presents a mixed but generally favorable profile. Its overall 4-star rating places it above the national average of 3.0 stars, driven in large part by its 5-star quality measure score. The health inspection and staffing scores, both at 3 stars, are consistent with the national norm and do not reflect notable deviations in either direction. Facilities in San Diego County operate within a competitive and regulated environment, and the data reported here reflects information submitted to CMS as part of the Nursing Home Compare program. Prospective residents and their representatives are encouraged to review the full CMS inspection reports and staffing data available through federal resources to supplement the summary figures presented here.