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Our editorial team analyzed 83 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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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.
Info below is compiled from CMS reports & the AZ Dept. of Health Services (ADHS), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.
Communities are listed from highest to lowest based on our ranking methodology.
The facility name. Click to view the full profile page on Assisted Living Magazine, including photos, services, and contact info.
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 TableAL (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.
RC (Respite Care):
Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break.
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.
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.
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.
A composite 0–100 score combining this facility's inspections, citations, complaints, and enforcement actions relative to the Arizona state average. See the benchmark below for the typical Arizona score; higher is better.This is a proprietary Assisted Living Magazine score.
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.
Overview of Santé of Chandler – Skilled Nursing & Rehabilitation
Santé of Chandler aims to reinvent the meaning of skilled nursing and rehabilitation for seniors through the exceptional care delivered by their patient-friendly staff to offer the best care possible for their residents; they are guaranteed to rejuvenate and recover in a safe and comfortable environment. Santé of Chandler does its best to ensure everyone can thrive in a home that gets to know its residents and empowers them to embrace a new chapter in their lives.
Specializing in long-term care, short-term rehabilitation, and memory care services, a list of services helps boost a speedy recovery. Wound care, joint replacement, physical therapy, non-ventilator-dependent, pain management, tube feeding, and surgical recovery are some of the interdisciplinary services offered.
Advanced Health Care of Glendale operates as a 54-bed skilled nursing facility on North 63rd Avenue in Glendale, Arizona. Sixteen years in operation, it runs at 86% occupancy with a 22-day average length of stay. That short stay window tells you what this place is built for: post-acute rehabilitation. People come in after surgery or a hospitalization and move through a structured recovery program.
The staffing is nursing-heavy, with RN coverage running 1 hour 26 minutes per resident per day. Total nursing care across all roles hits 3 hours 51 minutes daily per person. Nurse aides handle 3 hours 9 minutes of direct care. LPNs and LVNs contribute another 48 minutes.
For context, that’s a significant nursing footprint for a 54-bed facility. You’re looking at professional-grade medical oversight, which matters if you’re coming in post-op or post-acute.
The neighborhood scores 62 on the Walk Score, moderately walkable but not walkable enough to eliminate driving. The facility itself offers what you’d expect for a short-stay environment: private suites, restaurant-style dining with fresh and seasonal meals, a library, salon, and a private dining room. The cozy fireplace is a detail that suggests they thought about the ambient experience. Inpatient rehabilitation services are on-site, so you don’t coordinate care across multiple locations.
State inspections have centered on medication management. Medicare and private pay are both accepted. At 22 days average, this facility is specifically designed for older adults moving through post-acute recovery with intensive nursing support and rehabilitation infrastructure in one place.
The Center at Val Vista places importance on enriching and empowering the lives of its seniors. With an emphasis on skilled nursing and rehabilitation, management and staff offer its best-in-class service when attending to any need a resident may have. The home helps residents thrive to reach their fullest potential and cultivate holistic wellness. The Center guarantees unparalleled, luxurious care in a hotel-like community.
All residents receive essential services such as concierge, scheduled transportation, housekeeping, and linen services, housekeeping. One of its specialties is rehabilitation services, focusing on occupational, speech, and physical; nursing services, focusing on post-hospital care and blood withdrawals; and medical services, with personalized care programs and routine check-ups– among many others.
Located in the peaceful neighborhood of West Pecos Road, Chandler, AZ, Archstone Care Center is a remarkable senior living community providing skilled nursing, rehabilitation, and social services. The community features cozy and warm living spaces that ensure the seniors’ comfort and safety. With a family-like environment, Archstone Care Center boasts a team of kind, dedicated, and experienced professionals providing round-the-clock care and assistance. Combining professional care and the dedication to serve others, the team forges a stronger sense of camaraderie with its residents. Archstone Care Center hears the seniors’ preferences and caters to them, ensuring they are given the utmost care and respect they deserve. Meaningful connections go beyond the community walls with partnerships with trusted networks to provide the best treatment and rehabilitation to its residents. The community also ensures that family members experience a smooth transition and provide necessary assistance. Residents may also bask in the beautiful landscaped areas and outdoor water features for their relaxation. With its utmost dedication to extending a family-like environment to its residents, the Archstone Care Center was recognized as one of the best nursing homes in 2024 by Arizona’s Newsweek list. Furthermore, Archstone Care Center proves its high-quality care and trustworthy assistance with its awards including the 2018 Best of Chandler Award, and the Arizona Health Care Association Leadership Award in 2021.
Overview of Grandview Terrace Health & Rehabilitation Center
Discover exceptional living at Grandview Terrace Health & Rehabilitation Center, conveniently situated in Sun City West, AZ. The community offers a comprehensive range of care and services, including assisted living, memory support, skilled nursing, and rehabilitation. Residents can select from a range of spacious one-bedroom and two-bedroom condominiums, each designed with comfort and convenience in mind.
Here, residents can embrace a lifestyle full of exciting amenities and activities. The community prides itself on its resort-style offerings, including fine dining, an art studio, and an indoor swimming pool, as well as a full-service salon and barber shop. Social activities such as wine and paint events and casino nights create a fun and inviting atmosphere. With everything needed for a fulfilling life just steps away, Grandview Terrace Health & Rehabilitation Center is the perfect place to thrive.
Life Care Center of North Glendale is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility. The upscale nursing home aims to change the meaning of skilled nursing and rehabilitation for seniors through the exceptional care delivered by their patient-friendly staff to offer the best care possible for their residents. Life Care Center can be trusted as a safe and secure community that cares for every patient’s needs. Convenience and hassle-free living is the center of Life Care Center services: medication management, post-surgical care, and wound care; their 24-hour skilled nursing care services provide compassionate care as it is their utmost priority. Other benefits include 24/7 easy admissions, fall prevention, IV therapy, discharge planning, and case management.
Montecito Post Acute and Care is where residents thrive; they provide quality caregiving for skilled nursing and rehabilitation. 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. Montecito aims to enhance the quality of life for its residents by ensuring that seniors are able to satisfy their holistic wellness. 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.
Life Care Center of Scottsdale is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility. The upscale nursing home aims to change the meaning of skilled nursing and rehabilitation for seniors through the exceptional care delivered by their patient-friendly staff to offer the best care possible for their residents. Life Care Center can be trusted as a safe and secure community that cares for every patient’s needs.
Convenience and hassle-free living is the center of Life Care Center services: medication management, post-surgical care, and wound care; their 24-hour skilled nursing care services provide compassionate care as it is their utmost priority. Other benefits include 24/7 easy admissions, fall prevention, IV therapy, discharge planning, and case management.
Tempe Post Acute stands at 6100 S Rural Rd in Tempe as a 74-bed skilled nursing operation under Western Canal Healthcare LLC (owner Amador Ortega; administrator Amador Ortega Jr.), accepting Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay with a typical 28-day stay. The facility earned a 5-star CMS overall rating alongside identical 5-star health, staffing, and quality measure ratings.
Nursing care delivers 4 hours 26 minutes per resident daily (ranked nineteenth statewide), with 124 staff members creating a 2.18:1 resident ratio.
Services include wound care, neurological recovery, lymphedema, pulmonary programs, and intensive rehabilitation therapy.
Occupancy sits at 69%; below the state 72.7% average, with 51 residents in census.
Since 2022, the facility accumulated 37 deficiencies across 15 inspections; more than triple the state average, with complaint frequency doubling the norm. While zero enforcement actions and zero critical or serious citations mark regulatory restraint, the moderate citations themselves document systematic failures spanning four years.
November 2024 Life Safety Code inspections cited three deficiencies: means of egress noncompliance, sprinkler system installation failures, and smoke barrier construction violations—foundational safety infrastructure gaps. The same month, a complaint investigation substantiated failure to follow diabetes care orders: two residents experienced blood sugars above 401 mg/dL documented in physician records without required rechecks or physician notification, posing direct risk of hyperglycemic crisis.
December 2023 food safety inspections documented live and dead roaches in kitchen and dining areas, food debris under prep tables and near baseboards, improper thawing practices near uncovered desserts, standing water under storage from ceiling leaks, and uncompleted daily cleaning logs.
November 2022 health inspections cited six deficiencies including unclean admission rooms, medication administration outside ordered parameters without physician notification, missed doses of antibiotics, scheduled showers reduced to two in 29 days, missing meal documentation, and absence of psychotropic medication monitoring.
May 2023 complaint investigation confirmed failure to coordinate dialysis services: resident #10 missed two scheduled dialysis appointments without documented reason, requiring hospitalization.
Recent complaint investigations in early 2025 returned zero deficiencies, suggesting possible operational tightening.
Long-stay quality measures split sharply: zero antipsychotic use (100% better than state), 100% vaccination compliance, and 9.6% ADL decline (14% better); conversely, falls with major injury hit 4.7% (121% worse). Short-stay residents discharge successfully to community at 63.7% (26% better).
Financial position shows $1.4 million profit on $9.4 million revenue, with payroll at 57.1% of revenue.
The persistent gap between regulatory ratings and inspection substance raises questions about whether the five-star designation reflects institutional capacity or regulatory timing.
Conveniently located in the charming neighborhood of Silver Creek Road, Bullhead City, AZ, Legacy Rehab & Care Center is an outstanding senior living community focusing on rehabilitation and skilled nursing. The community also provides occupational, physical, and speech therapy to help improve seniors’ well-being. With a compassionate and reliable team delivering top-tier care and assistance, seniors can rest assured of meeting their special needs and preferences.
Ensuring that residents age gracefully with its care, the community conducts carefully thought-of activities and events that encourage them to remain active and socially engaged. Here, residents also do not have to worry about meal preparation, as there are various dining options served to cater to dietary needs and preferences. Legacy Rehab & Care Center strives to provide a safe place for seniors to spend their golden years without worries.
Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.
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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 83 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.
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