Best Nursing Homes in Arizona

Why trust this guide? Our editorial team analyzed 88 nursing homes in AZ using CMS data, inspection records, complaints, amenities, and facility-level details. How we rank nursing homes in AZ
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CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HC (Home Care): Professional care delivered in the person's own home, from companionship to skilled nursing. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment. PC (Palliative Care): Comfort-focused care for serious illness at any stage, including alongside curative treatment. CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community): A campus with multiple care levels so residents can age in place without moving.
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
A 0–100 score of a facility's regulatory inspection record, shown as a letter and compared with other facilities of the same kind in the same state. This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine grade. It is not a government rating. A dash means we have no inspection data for that facility.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Arizona average is: 64.5% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
Vi at Grayhawk
NH
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
SNF
Scottsdale (Grayhawk)
36
Facility 36
AZ AVG 100
Rank #62 / 80
91.7%
Facility 91.7%
AZ AVG 74%
Rank #16 / 56
+24%
5.19
Facility 5.19
AZ AVG 4.06
Rank #10 / 59
? -6%+28%
$0
Facility $0
AZ AVG $31.7k
Rank #1 / 61
2
Facility 2
AZ AVG 23.2
Rank #1 / 61
1.0
Facility 1.0
AZ AVG 3.8
Rank #1 / 61
-33A+
8
Facility 8
AZ AVG 42
Rank #79 / 84
Cc Scottsdale Inc
$7.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG $15.3M
Rank #51 / 58
$6.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG $8.6M
Rank #39 / 58
87.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 87.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG 64.5%
Rank #6 / 58
35272
Acacia Health Center at Sagewood
NH
SNF
Phoenix (Desert Ridge West)
78
Facility 78
AZ AVG 100
Rank #47 / 80
96.2%
Facility 96.2%
AZ AVG 74%
Rank #7 / 56
+30%
5.66
Facility 5.66
AZ AVG 4.06
Rank #8 / 59
? +50%+39%
$0
Facility $0
AZ AVG $31.7k
Rank #1 / 61
3
Facility 3
AZ AVG 23.2
Rank #2 / 61
1.5
Facility 1.5
AZ AVG 3.8
Rank #3 / 61
-75A+
15
Facility 15
AZ AVG 42
Rank #75 / 84
Lcs Desert Ridge LLC
$15.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $15.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG $15.3M
Rank #20 / 58
$20.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $20.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG $8.6M
Rank #4 / 58
131.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 131.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG 64.5%
Rank #2 / 58
35279
Freedom Plaza Arizona
NH
AL
HOS
IL
MC
SNF
Peoria
111
Facility 111
AZ AVG 100
Rank #36 / 80
35.1%
Facility 35.1%
AZ AVG 74%
Rank #54 / 56
-53%
5.00
Facility 5.00
AZ AVG 4.06
Rank #11 / 59
? +1%+23%
$0
Facility $0
AZ AVG $31.7k
Rank #1 / 61
12
Facility 12
AZ AVG 23.2
Rank #18 / 61
12.0
Facility 12.0
AZ AVG 3.8
Rank #61 / 61
-39A+
28
Facility 28
AZ AVG 42
Rank #64 / 84
Freedom Plaza Operating Company, LLC
$12.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $12.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG $15.3M
Rank #30 / 58
$14.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $14.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG $8.6M
Rank #7 / 58
113.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 113.5%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG 64.5%
Rank #3 / 58
35256
Vi at Silverstone
NH
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
SNF
Scottsdale (North Scottsdale)
24
Facility 24
AZ AVG 100
Rank #64 / 80
82.9%
Facility 82.9%
AZ AVG 74%
Rank #24 / 56
+12%
6.35
Facility 6.35
AZ AVG 4.06
Rank #4 / 59
? +84%+56%
$0
Facility $0
AZ AVG $31.7k
Rank #1 / 61
5
Facility 5
AZ AVG 23.2
Rank #5 / 61
1.7
Facility 1.7
AZ AVG 3.8
Rank #5 / 61
-20-
43
Facility 43
AZ AVG 42
Rank #37 / 84
Cc/Pdr Silverstone, L.l.c
$5.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG $15.3M
Rank #54 / 58
$5.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG $8.6M
Rank #43 / 58
109.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 109.6%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG 64.5%
Rank #4 / 58
35281
Citadel Post Acute
NH
MC
SNF
Mesa
128
Facility 128
AZ AVG 100
Rank #20 / 80
94.1%
Facility 94.1%
AZ AVG 74%
Rank #11 / 56
+27%
3.74
Facility 3.74
AZ AVG 4.06
Rank #34 / 59
? -51%-8%
$0
Facility $0
AZ AVG $31.7k
Rank #1 / 61
5
Facility 5
AZ AVG 23.2
Rank #5 / 61
1.7
Facility 1.7
AZ AVG 3.8
Rank #5 / 61
-120B-
27
Facility 27
AZ AVG 42
Rank #69 / 84
Higley Healthcare, Inc
$18.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $18.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG $15.3M
Rank #14 / 58
$10.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $10.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG $8.6M
Rank #13 / 58
55.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 55.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG 64.5%
Rank #26 / 58
35103
Mission Palms Post Acute
NH
SNF
Mesa
160
Facility 160
AZ AVG 100
Rank #15 / 80
88.8%
Facility 88.8%
AZ AVG 74%
Rank #19 / 56
+20%
3.61
Facility 3.61
AZ AVG 4.06
Rank #38 / 59
B+ -30%-11%
$0
Facility $0
AZ AVG $31.7k
Rank #1 / 61
16
Facility 16
AZ AVG 23.2
Rank #27 / 61
2.3
Facility 2.3
AZ AVG 3.8
Rank #14 / 61
-142-
43
Facility 43
AZ AVG 42
Rank #37 / 84
Mission Palms Post Acute
$20.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $20.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG $15.3M
Rank #11 / 58
$11.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $11.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG $8.6M
Rank #12 / 58
55.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 55.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG 64.5%
Rank #29 / 58
35071
The Terraces of Phoenix
NH
AL
CCRC
IL
MC
SNF
Phoenix (Camelback East Village)
64
Facility 64
AZ AVG 100
Rank #57 / 80
67.2%
Facility 67.2%
AZ AVG 74%
Rank #37 / 56
-9%
5.33
Facility 5.33
AZ AVG 4.06
Rank #9 / 59
? +13%+31%
$0
Facility $0
AZ AVG $31.7k
Rank #1 / 61
13
Facility 13
AZ AVG 23.2
Rank #23 / 61
3.3
Facility 3.3
AZ AVG 3.8
Rank #33 / 61
-43-
62
Facility 62
AZ AVG 42
Rank #14 / 84
Humangood Arizona, Inc
$26.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $26.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG $15.3M
Rank #7 / 58
$12.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $12.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG $8.6M
Rank #9 / 58
46.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 46.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG 64.5%
Rank #47 / 58
35003
Santé of Scottsdale
NH
HC
HOS
PC
SNF
Mesa
70
Facility 70
AZ AVG 100
Rank #52 / 80
98.6%
Facility 98.6%
AZ AVG 74%
Rank #3 / 56
+33%
4.56
Facility 4.56
AZ AVG 4.06
Rank #17 / 59
B+ +7%+12%
$3.1k
Facility $3.1k
AZ AVG $31.7k
Rank #50 / 61
12
Facility 12
AZ AVG 23.2
Rank #18 / 61
2.0
Facility 2.0
AZ AVG 3.8
Rank #9 / 61
-69-
29
Facility 29
AZ AVG 42
Rank #59 / 84
Asante Of Mesa, LLC
$13.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $13.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG $15.3M
Rank #26 / 58
$8.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG $8.6M
Rank #21 / 58
61.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 61.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG 64.5%
Rank #19 / 58
35280
Plaza Healthcare
NH
SNF
Scottsdale (South Scottsdale)
179
Facility 179
AZ AVG 100
Rank #13 / 80
76.8%
Facility 76.8%
AZ AVG 74%
Rank #31 / 56
+4%
3.44
Facility 3.44
AZ AVG 4.06
Rank #42 / 59
A- +109%-15%
$0
Facility $0
AZ AVG $31.7k
Rank #1 / 61
7
Facility 7
AZ AVG 23.2
Rank #9 / 61
2.3
Facility 2.3
AZ AVG 3.8
Rank #14 / 61
-137-
59
Facility 59
AZ AVG 42
Rank #18 / 84
Plaza Hc Holding Company, LLC
$34.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $34.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG $15.3M
Rank #3 / 58
$21.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $21.4MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG $8.6M
Rank #3 / 58
62.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 62.7%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG 64.5%
Rank #18 / 58
35084
Alta Mesa Health and Rehabilitation
NH
SNF
Mesa
70
Facility 70
AZ AVG 100
Rank #52 / 80
97.1%
Facility 97.1%
AZ AVG 74%
Rank #4 / 56
+31%
3.35
Facility 3.35
AZ AVG 4.06
Rank #42 / 59
? -39%-17%
$0
Facility $0
AZ AVG $31.7k
Rank #1 / 61
11
Facility 11
AZ AVG 23.2
Rank #16 / 61
3.7
Facility 3.7
AZ AVG 3.8
Rank #43 / 61
-68D-
38
Facility 38
AZ AVG 42
Rank #45 / 84
Goldfield Mountain Healthcare LLC
$10.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $10.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG $15.3M
Rank #40 / 58
$6.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $6.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG $8.6M
Rank #40 / 58
57.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 57.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG 64.5%
Rank #23 / 58
35171

Rank badges are statewide and care-type specific: each nursing home is ranked against every other AZ nursing home we track that reports that metric, not just the 88 on this page. See how we rank facilities

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Vi at Grayhawk

7501 E Thompson Peak Pkwy, Scottsdale, AZ 85255
Overview of VI at Grayhawk

VI at Grayhawk in Scottsdale, AZ, offers nursing home, assisted living, continuing care retirement community, independent living, memory care, and skilled nursing. Assisted living provides help with daily tasks while a resident keeps an apartment. Memory care provides a secured setting with supervision for someone at risk of wandering, while skilled nursing provides licensed nursing care on site around the clock.

Independent living provides private living with community services and no daily care. Having several care levels in one community can allow a resident’s needs to change over time without requiring a move elsewhere. With 36 beds, VI at Grayhawk is a smaller community where staff and residents can get to know each other.

The range of care settings may suit a resident whose support needs could grow over time, and the community may also fit someone living with dementia who needs a secured, supervised setting. Pets are allowed, so a resident may bring a pet when moving in. Payment options are Medicare and private pay.

Medicare covers shorter term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long term residence, while private pay means a family pays directly. Total nurse staffing is 5 hours 11 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nurse staffing time allocated per resident.

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Overview of Acacia Health Center at Sagewood

A proud member of the renowned Sagewood senior living community in Phoenix, Acacia Health Center is the outstanding skilled nursing community in the city. The beautiful nursing home community boasts a dedicated team of professionals who can go above and beyond for its residents. Compassion is at the heart of their service– ensuring that seniors can feel comfortable and secure in a friendly environment with a home-like setting. Acacia Health Center ensures that they provide attentive care that offers a sense of comfort and belonging to the residents.
Offering short-term and long-term stays, the healthcare center has exceptional health services that promote health and wellness for each resident; provided by their LifeCare® plan. It’s able to promote flexibility and healthy living through its HealthyLife® program which gives an array of activities that will maximize optimum fitness, nutrition, and well-being. Acacia Health Center is an exquisite community to choose from, especially for families looking for an innovative community.

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Overview of Freedom Plaza Arizona

A retirement home driven by results and ambition, Freedom Plaza in Arizona aims to transform the lives of seniors in assisted living, memory care, and nursing home care. With an emphasis on skilled nursing and rehabilitative services, professional caregivers and nurses are committed to ensuring a sense of home and belonging where everyone is welcome and included. As its name suggests, Freedom Plaza strives to ensure that residents maintain independence for a ‘retirement of a lifetime.

The senior living home ensures a place for seniors to thrive with full support, flexibility, and comfort in a home-like setting. They provide comprehensive and exclusive programs, such as wellness checks, personalized care plans, and housing accommodations (transportation, maintenance, ADLs). Nursing home activities include rehabilitative therapies (physical, occupational, speech), wound care, IV therapy, injections, and hospice care.

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Overview of VI at Silverstone

Operating since 2011, VI at Silverstone in Scottsdale, AZ, offers independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing. With several care options offered, the community can accommodate older adults whose needs could grow over time.

The home has 24 beds, placing it in the smaller community range where staff and residents can get to know one another. It is currently at 83% occupancy, with 20 beds occupied. Additionally, housing options include a villa, one-bedroom residences, and two-bedroom residences. This housing option may suit couples planning to stay together.

Staffing totals 6 hours and 21 minutes of nurse time per resident each day, representing the daily nursing time allocated per resident. Medicare and private pay are accepted, although Medicare applies to short-term skilled care after a hospital stay rather than long-term residence, while private pay means the family or resident pays directly.

Located in the North Scottsdale neighborhood, its Walk Score is 43 out of 100, making it a car-dependent setting where most errands require a car or a ride. The community’s transportation services may also benefit a resident who no longer drives and would generally need transportation for errands. Pets are also allowed so that residents may keep a small animal companion.

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Overview of Citadel Post Acute

A few minutes from Gilbert, Citadel Post Acute is Mesa’s premier short-term rehabilitation center. The dedicated team of professionals approaches their service with the understanding that their residents need a sense of safety and wellness– both physically and emotionally. They inspire residents to grow as better individuals through their enhanced lifestyle in a vibrant and positive environment. Citadel is the place to experience effective care.

Citadel nursing and rehab experience is centered on skilled nursing, wellness, and therapy. Residents can feel confident knowing it is filled with safe, comfortable, and therapeutic service. Seniors are encouraged to maintain independence and individuality by staying active and engaged with social, recreational, and stimulating activities.

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Overview of Mission Palms Post Acute

Receive the finest care and support for your ever-changing needs with the outstanding senior living community of Mission Palms Post Acute in East Baywood Avenue, Mesa, AZ, providing onsite therapy and skilled nursing. A team of qualified and well-trained professionals attends to seniors’ needs and aspirations 24/7, ensuring they are well-cared for. Utilizing an innovative and holistic approach, the community works closely with seniors to provide them with customized care plans.

Maintain an active and well-connected lifestyle with a jam-packed calendar of activities and enriching programs. The community features long-term and short-term rehabilitation to ensure seniors enjoy the right care for their condition. Mission Palms Post Acute is a safe place for seniors to start their healing journey.

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Overview of The Terraces of Phoenix

Located at 7550 N 16th St in Phoenix, The Terraces of Phoenix occupies a neighborhood with a Walk Score of 62. This metric suggests a baseline of pedestrian utility for minor tasks, though the prevailing infrastructure still favors automotive transport. The physical plant is a two-story structure configured with 64 beds and a mix of one-bedroom and two-bedroom floor plans, currently operating at 67% occupancy.

The 38-day average length of stay functions as the primary diagnostic indicator for this facility. At thirty-eight days, the model is strictly post-acute. The resident population is in a state of clinical transition, prioritizing recovery from acute hospitalization and preparation for discharge over long-term residential stability. This operational focus informs the staffing allocation. Daily nursing intensity is measured at 5 hours and 17 minutes per resident, comprising 1 hour and 12 minutes of RN time, 2 hours and 19 minutes from nurse aides, and 1 hour and 9 minutes of LPN/LVN coverage. The financial framework accommodates Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay, ensuring compatibility with standard post-acute funding streams.

Regulatory oversight is provided by the Arizona Department of Health Services Bureau of Long Term Care Licensing. Official inspections have evaluated systematic protocols regarding infection control, emergency preparedness, staffing credentials, documentation accuracy, and the maintenance of resident protections.

For those navigating the logistics of a post-hospital transition in the Phoenix area, The Terraces of Phoenix offers a specific utility as a short-stay skilled nursing option characterized by apartment-style layouts and a high ratio of nursing hours.

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Overview of Santé of Scottsdale

Santé of Scottsdale in Mesa, AZ, offers nursing home, home care, hospice care, palliative care, and skilled nursing services. Nursing home care provides a residential setting for ongoing support, while skilled nursing means licensed nurses are available on site around the clock. Home care lets a person receive support in their own home, hospice care centers on comfort near the end of life, and palliative care addresses comfort and symptom relief during serious illness.

The range of services may suit someone whose care needs could change over time, or a family that may need different kinds of support as circumstances develop. Santé of Scottsdale has 70 beds and a 99% occupancy rate, meaning nearly all beds are filled. Medicare and private pay are accepted, giving families payment options for covered care or personal payment. Total nurse staffing is 4 hours and 34 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily nursing time allocated to each resident. Jonique Housley-Castaneda serves as administrator, and Sante Of Mesa operates the community.

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Plaza Healthcare

1475 N Granite Reef Rd, Scottsdale, AZ 85257
Overview of Plaza Healthcare

Nestled in Scottsdale, Arizona, Plaza Healthcare leads the community with an unwavering dedication to exceptional post-hospital care. Their mission revolves around surpassing expectations through comprehensive physical, emotional, and spiritual support. With over 30 years of service, Plaza Healthcare is a trusted, privately owned facility offering specialized care units for various needs, from dialysis, tracheotomy, and ventilator care to rehabilitation, emphasizing quality service and compassionate care. At Plaza Healthcare, residents enjoy many amenities and services tailored to enhance their comfort and well-being. There are ample opportunities for relaxation and enjoyment, from the Plaza Diner to the tranquil Plaza Courtyards. The facility also provides access to hairstyling services and engaging activities, and a dedicated team of professionals is committed to ensuring residents feel at home.

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Overview of Alta Mesa Health and Rehabilitation

Alta Mesa Health and Rehabilitation proudly offer a multidisciplinary care plan that focuses on the personalized health care of each individual. It offers a warm and welcoming atmosphere where residents and staff are encouraged to create friendships and build a mutual level of trust with each other. Families can rest easy knowing that their loved ones are in good hands because of the dedicated team of professionals. Montecito Post Acute and Care is the ideal place for seniors looking for a homelike setting in a nurturing environment. 
Alta Mesac boasts its management and staff who are always at your service to provide convenience and make situations comfortable for seniors. They house state-of-the-art technologies that help recover a range of medical conditions– wound care, neurological recovery, lymphedema, and pulmonary programs; as well as physical, occupational, and speech therapy– while simultaneously ensuring that seniors receive holistic wellness.

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports. Rank badges compare each home against other nursing homes in the same state — never against assisted living, memory care, or independent living communities.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
No paid rankings Facilities cannot pay to influence placement.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Arizona

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Arizona?

Assisted living in Arizona is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Arizona Medicaid cover nursing home care?

Yes — Arizona Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.

What is nursing home care?

Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.

How many nursing homes are listed on this page?

This page features 88 nursing homes in Arizona. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Arizona?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Arizona, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in Arizona?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.

Nursing Homes in Arizona at a glance

Avg Overall CMS Rating: 3.3/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Arizona. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 3.0/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Arizona. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating: 2.8/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Arizona. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.0/ 5