Nursing homes in Carlsbad, CA
Carlsbad, CA has 3 Medicare-certified nursing homes. 2 have a 5-star overall rating, and none has been fined in the last three years.
Medicare data updated October 2026. Sorted by Medicare's overall rating.
| Nursing home | Overall rating | Health inspections | Staffing | Quality measures | Beds | Fines |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carlsbad by the Sea2855 Carlsbad Blvd · Non profit - Corporation | ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars | ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars | ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars | ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars | 33 | None |
| Glenbrook1950 Calle Barcelona · For profit - Limited Liability company | ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars | ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars | ★★★★★ 5 out of 5 stars | 94 | None |
| Bayshire Carlsbad3140 El Camino Real · For profit - Limited Liability company | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars | ★★★★★ 3 out of 5 stars | ★★★★★ 4 out of 5 stars | 45 | None |
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Recent inspection problems in Carlsbad
Citations from each home's latest standard inspection and from complaint inspections in the last three years, newest first. What an inspection citation means
- Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.March 25, 2026 · Carlsbad by the Sea · F0755 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.March 25, 2026 · Carlsbad by the Sea · F0812 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.March 12, 2026 · Bayshire Carlsbad · F0686 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.September 19, 2025 · Glenbrook · F0605 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Some
- Allow residents to easily view the nursing home's survey results and communicate with advocate agencies.September 19, 2025 · Glenbrook · F0577 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.September 19, 2025 · Glenbrook · F0628 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.September 19, 2025 · Glenbrook · F0689 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.March 21, 2025 · Bayshire Carlsbad · F0697 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.February 6, 2025 · Bayshire Carlsbad · F0636 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
- Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.February 6, 2025 · Bayshire Carlsbad · F0677 · Level of harm: Minimal harm or potential for actual harm · Residents affected: Few
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Questions about nursing homes in Carlsbad
Which nursing home in Carlsbad has the highest Medicare rating?
Carlsbad by the Sea and Glenbrook share the highest overall rating in Carlsbad: 5 stars out of 5.
How many nursing homes in Carlsbad have been fined?
None of the 3 nursing homes in Carlsbad has been fined in the last three years.
Does Medicare flag any nursing homes in Carlsbad?
No. None of the 3 is a Special Focus Facility or carries Medicare's abuse icon.
Which nursing home in Carlsbad is the largest?
Glenbrook, with 94 certified beds.
Data from Medicare (CMS), updated October 2026, from Medicare's Care Compare and the CMS Provider Data Catalog. ParentNextStep isn't affiliated with Medicare or CMS.