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Balboa Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

3520 Fourth Avenue

4.1(261 ratings)

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Quick Facts

Quality ratings
Medicare four-star and CMS five-star ratings
Recognition
U.S. News recognized for short-term rehab and long-term care
Payment options
Accepts private pay, PPOs, Medicare, and HMOs
Nursing coverage
24/7 licensed nurses available around the clock

What Families Think

Reviewers frequently praise Balboa's attentive nursing, therapy, and housekeeping staff, describing strong rehabilitation outcomes and a clean, well-run environment. However, a significant minority report serious lapses in care, including understaffing, delayed response to medical emergencies, and missing belongings, suggesting inconsistent experiences depending on unit or shift.

The Good

  • Highly attentive, caring nursing and CNA staff
  • Strong PT/OT/speech therapy outcomes noted by families
  • Clean facility and reliable housekeeping/laundry service
  • Good food quality frequently praised by residents
  • Engaging activities like Balboa Park outings
  • Responsive social services and case management staff

The Bad

  • Several reports of understaffing and slow response times
  • One serious incident of missed oxygen drop before hospital transfer
  • Multiple reports of missing or stolen resident belongings
  • Reports of broken AC, elevators, and TVs in rooms

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About Balboa Nursing and Rehabilitation Center

Balboa Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a skilled nursing facility in San Diego, California, offering short-term rehabilitation and long-term care services. The facility holds Medicare four-star and CMS five-star quality ratings, and has received U.S. News recognition for both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care.

The center provides 24/7 personalized healthcare services with licensed nurses available around the clock. Clinical offerings include physical, occupational, speech, and respiratory therapies to help patients build strength and confidence. Compassionate caregiving follows physician-customized care plans for patients recovering from surgery, illness, or injury, with discharge planning and coordination for outside services as needed.

The facility features a state-of-the-art rehabilitation gym where patients work with licensed experts on recovery. Staff provide everyday living support within a modern, clean facility that includes beautiful courtyards and lobby spaces for visiting and rest.

The activities department organizes an engaging daily schedule, including outings such as walks to nearby Balboa Park with supervised activities, music, games, and meals tailored to individual dietary needs. The facility is conveniently located near top-rated hospitals and just off the freeway.

The center accepts private pay, all PPOs, Medicare, and a wide range of HMOs, with insurance experts available to help residents and families understand their coverage benefits.

Types of Care

Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care

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Reviews

4.1overall · 261 ratings combined

4.3★ on Google (180) · 3.6★ on Yelp (81) · Yelp page ↗

William Jones

Jul 2026

via Google

I am happy to see my relative often eating his meals in the dining room, rather than in his room. There's great benefit from socializing with other residents. Thank you, Balboa Nursing for that.

robg187

Jul 2026

via Google

Very unfortunate, if seems like they are on all a different page with no real answer, just call this person or ask this nurse or I dont have access, we will call you back its been over a week and noone knows what is going on or no direction other then we're looking into it. Very sad to have my family in there

Sal Dacquisto

Jul 2026

via Google

Very nice staff and very nice clean facilities. Lucky to have my sister-in-law be there.

Blanca Moreno

Jul 2026

via Google

My brother is there and said the staff is great, clean everything and He is very thankful with this workers TOMMY, ALEXIS AND LUCY, Thanks for everything !!!!!!!!!

Patricia Ramos

Jul 2026

via Google

Lo recomiendo ampliamente! Limpio, agradable lugar! Excelente atención, por parte de todo el equipo de trabajo! Nice place!

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of care does Balboa Nursing and Rehabilitation Center offer?

Balboa Nursing and Rehabilitation Center offers Skilled Nursing / Long Term Care.

Where is Balboa Nursing and Rehabilitation Center located?

Balboa Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is located at 3520 Fourth Avenue in San Diego, California.

What do families say about Balboa Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?

Reviewers frequently praise Balboa's attentive nursing, therapy, and housekeeping staff, describing strong rehabilitation outcomes and a clean, well-run environment. However, a significant minority report serious lapses in care, including understaffing, delayed response to medical emergencies, and missing belongings, suggesting inconsistent experiences depending on unit or shift.

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