HILLCREST HEIGHTS HEALTHCARE CENTER

Hillcrest Heights Healthcare Center is a skilled nursing facility located at 4033 Sixth Avenue Ext in San Diego, California 92103. The facility operates 96 certified beds and is classified as a for-profit limited liability company. It is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid residents. The facility holds an overall CMS star rating of 3 out of 5, which aligns with the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS star ratings are derived from three component categories: health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Hillcrest Heights Healthcare Center received a 3-star rating in the health inspection category, indicating performance at a level consistent with national norms. The staffing category earned a 4-star rating, reflecting staffing levels that exceed typical national benchmarks. The quality measure category also received a 4-star rating, indicating performance on clinical quality indicators that is above the national average. These component ratings contribute to the facility's overall 3-star designation as calculated by CMS methodology. Hillcrest Heights Healthcare Center is certified to participate in both the Medicare and Medicaid programs. Medicare coverage at skilled nursing facilities generally applies to qualifying short-term stays following a hospital admission and is subject to specific eligibility criteria and coverage limits. Medicaid coverage may apply to longer-term care for residents who meet financial and functional eligibility requirements as determined by the state of California. Individuals seeking information about coverage applicability should consult with the facility's admissions staff or a qualified benefits advisor. When compared to national averages, Hillcrest Heights Healthcare Center presents a mixed profile. Its overall 3-star rating places it at the national midpoint. However, its staffing and quality measure ratings of 4 stars each suggest performance above the national norm in those two specific areas, while its health inspection rating of 3 stars reflects results in line with national averages. The facility is located in San Diego County and serves residents in the broader San Diego metropolitan area. All rating data is sourced from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services and is subject to periodic updates based on new inspection cycles and reporting periods.