Buena Vista Care Center
160 South Patterson Avenue, Santa Barbara, CA, 93111
CMS ownership records associate this facility with Covenant Care · For profit - Corporation.
At a glance
- CMS overall
- 3
- of 5
- Health inspection
- 2
- of 5
- Staffing
- 2
- of 5
- Quality measures
- 5
- of 5
- Certified beds
- 150
- CMS-reported
CMS rating profile
The four CMS ratings on one aligned scale, with county and state averages for context.
Rating profile
How this facility's overall rating relates to its three CMS component ratings.
CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17
Comparative context
This facility's CMS overall rating next to its county and state averages.
CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17 · site-calculated context, not a CMS rating
Methodology
Inspections and citations
Health-inspection citations CMS reports for this facility. Individual records are in the technical appendix.
Citation profile
How many citations CMS reports, how severe, and when they occurred.
CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17
Methodology
Federal records
Federal fines (CMPs) and payment-denial records CMS reports in the recent reporting period. These are distinct record types and are never merged.
Federal fines (CMP)
Fine records over time, sized by amount.
- Oct 3, 2025$31,688
CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17
Payment denials
Payment-denial records over time, sized by duration.
No payment-denial records are included in this data for this facility.
CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17
Methodology
Staffing and care
Selected CMS care indicators for long-stay residents, with a typical level for context. The CMS staffing star rating appears in the rating profile above.
Selected care measures
How this facility's reported care indicators sit against a typical level.
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication.
Long-stay residents with new or worsened pressure ulcers.
Long-stay residents with one or more falls with major injury.
CMS-reported data · updated 2026-07-17 · site-calculated context, not a CMS rating
Methodology
Ownership
Facilities and agencies grouped by CMS-reported ownership fields. A company appearing here does not by itself mean it controlled day-to-day care or did anything wrong.
| Owner / organization | Role |
|---|---|
| Covenant Care California, LLC | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST |
| Covenant Care, LLC | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST |
| Centre Capital Investors V, LP | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST |
| Centre Covenant Purchaser (b), LLC | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST |
| Centre Covenant Purchaser (q), LLC | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST |
| Centre Covenant Purchaser (s), LLC | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST |
| Centre V Secondary Fund, L.P. | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST |
| Covenant Holdco, LLC | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST |
| Covenant Subco, LLC | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST |
| State Treasurer of Mich Custodian of Public School Empl Rtmnt Systems | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST |
| Stockwell Fund II LP | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST |
| Evans, Mary | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST |
| Levin, Robert | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST |
| Sims, Christine | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST |
| Torok, Andrew | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST |
| Midcap Funding IV Trust | 5% OR GREATER SECURITY INTEREST |
| Ashley, Dava | CORPORATE OFFICER |
| Carney, Kevin | CORPORATE OFFICER |
| Evans, Mary | CORPORATE OFFICER |
| Hassell, Lance | CORPORATE OFFICER |
| Levin, Robert | CORPORATE OFFICER |
| Sims, Christine | CORPORATE OFFICER |
| Torok, Andrew | CORPORATE OFFICER |
| Ashley, Dava | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL |
| Evans, Mary | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL |
| Hassell, Lance | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL |
| Levin, Robert | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL |
| Sims, Christine | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL |
| Sparks, Carol | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL |
Nearby facilities
Other CMS-certified nursing homes near Santa Barbara County.
Verify the current location and license with official sources.
| Facility | Location | Overall | Health | Staffing | CMS abuse icon | Federal penalties |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redlands Healthcare Center CCN 055001 | Redlands, CA | 5 | 5 | 2 | Not shown | $0 |
| Country Manor Healthcare CCN 055002 | Lake View Terrace, CA | 4 | 2 | 5 | Not shown | $8,018 |
| Eureka Rehabilitation & Wellness Center, LP CCN 055003 | Eureka, CA | 1 | 2 | 1 | Not shown | $8,416 |
| Edgemoor Hospital CCN 055008 | Santee, CA | 4 | 2 | 5 | Shown | $32,295 |
| River View Post Acute CCN 055011 | Modesto, CA | 3 | 2 | 3 | Not shown | $0 |
| Eisenberg Village CCN 055013 | Reseda, CA | 4 | 3 | 5 | Not shown | $30,744 |
Related research
Frequently asked questions
What is Buena Vista Care Center's CMS rating?
Buena Vista Care Center has a 3-star CMS overall rating (out of 5) in the current dataset, with CMS component ratings of 2 for health inspections, 2 for staffing, and 5 for quality measures. A star rating is a CMS summary of past data, not a judgment about current conditions.
Where is Buena Vista Care Center located?
Buena Vista Care Center is located at 160 South Patterson Avenue, Santa Barbara, CA, 93111 in Santa Barbara County, and CMS lists 150 certified beds.
Does Buena Vista Care Center have federal penalties or payment denials on record?
The CMS data includes $31,688 in federal fine amounts and 0 payment-denial records for Buena Vista Care Center over roughly the past three years. These are CMS-reported records; see CMS Care Compare for the details and context.
How does Buena Vista Care Center's rating compare to nearby facilities?
Buena Vista Care Center's CMS overall rating is 3 of 5. For comparison, the average CMS overall rating is 4 across 14 facilities in Santa Barbara County, and 3.18 across California. Averages exclude facilities CMS has not rated, and a star rating is a CMS summary, not a judgment about any individual facility.
How can I verify Buena Vista Care Center's current information?
SeniorCareRating.com organizes public CMS data and is not affiliated with CMS. Confirm Buena Vista Care Center's current ratings, inspection reports, and license status on the official CMS Care Compare site and with your state survey agency.
Technical appendix
Record identifiers
- CMS provider number (CCN)
- 555394
- Ownership type
- For profit - Corporation
- Certified beds
- 150
- Data snapshot
- 2026-07-17
All 45 citation records
| Date | CMS tag | Severity | Type | CMS deficiency status | Correction date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 14, 2026 | 0656 | D | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | Jan 23, 2026 |
| Oct 20, 2025 | 0656 | G | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | Dec 15, 2025 |
| Oct 3, 2025 | 0689 | J | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | Dec 17, 2025 |
| Oct 3, 2025 | 0908 | E | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | Dec 17, 2025 |
| Aug 20, 2025 | 0697 | D | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | Sep 1, 2025 |
| May 2, 2025 | 0842 | D | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | May 16, 2025 |
| Mar 20, 2025 | 0584 | D | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | Apr 15, 2025 |
| Mar 7, 2025 | 0656 | D | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | Apr 14, 2025 |
| Mar 7, 2025 | 0921 | D | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | Apr 14, 2025 |
| Jan 17, 2025 | 0554 | D | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | Feb 17, 2025 |
| Jan 17, 2025 | 0641 | D | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | Feb 17, 2025 |
| Jan 17, 2025 | 0645 | D | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | Feb 17, 2025 |
| Jan 17, 2025 | 0761 | D | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | Feb 17, 2025 |
| Jan 17, 2025 | 0812 | F | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | Feb 17, 2025 |
| Aug 8, 2024 | 0580 | D | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | Sep 3, 2024 |
| Apr 23, 2024 | 0550 | D | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | May 3, 2024 |
| Apr 3, 2024 | 0568 | D | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | Apr 15, 2024 |
| Jan 12, 2024 | 0656 | D | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | Jan 22, 2024 |
| Dec 26, 2023 | 0584 | D | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | Jan 8, 2024 |
| Jun 2, 2023 | 0558 | D | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | Jul 1, 2023 |
| Jun 2, 2023 | 0921 | D | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | Jul 1, 2023 |
| Jun 2, 2023 | 0926 | D | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | Jul 1, 2023 |
| Mar 3, 2022 | 0584 | D | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | May 3, 2022 |
| Mar 3, 2022 | 0656 | D | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | May 3, 2022 |
| Mar 3, 2022 | 0755 | D | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction | May 3, 2022 |
How to verify this data
- The current CMS profile on Medicare’s Care Compare
- Your state survey agency’s latest inspection reports
- Any recent complaint investigations
- Current ownership and license status
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