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Samarkand Skilled Nursing Facility

2566 Treasure Drive, Santa Barbara, CA 93105
Score: 93 / 100

Among nursing homes in California, Samarkand Skilled Nursing Facility stands out with an A grade and a score of 93 out of 100. It ranks in the 94th percentile statewide, reflecting consistently high performance across CMS quality metrics.

Staffing at Samarkand Skilled Nursing Facility is near the national average, with 4.11 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).

Recent inspections identified 27 deficiencies at Samarkand Skilled Nursing Facility. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 40 / 40 pts
5 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 25 / 25 pts
5 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 16 / 20 pts
4 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 12 / 15 pts
4 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 4.11 3.8 Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.44 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 1.12 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.55 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.74 3.8 Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.22 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

27
Total Deficiencies
Jan 22, 2026
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 27 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0732 Severity D
    Post nurse staffing information every day.
    Jan 22, 2026 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
  • Tag 0908 Severity D
    Keep all essential equipment working safely.
    Sep 17, 2025 · Environmental Deficiencies
  • Tag 0658 Severity D
    Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
    May 4, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0812 Severity F
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Dec 18, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0583 Severity D
    Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
    Dec 18, 2024 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.

Measure This Facility Nat'l Avg
Residents with pressure ulcers 4.5% 4.5% Average
Falls with major injury 2.5% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 7.8% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 0.7% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 14.9% 14.0% Average
Excessive weight loss 5.3% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 18.0% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 93 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 5★ → 40 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 5★ → 25 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
63
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Jan 22, 2026
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
3