Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Most new residents arrive under Medicare (79% of admissions), and a typical Medicare stay runs around 23 days.
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.
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
In Arizona, the Department of Health Services, Bureau of Long Term Care Licensing performs regular onsite inspections and investigates complaints for all licensed residential and nursing facilities.
Inspection score unavailable
Not enough inspection history to generate a score.
Average score for Arizona nursing homes: B- 82/100
Deficiencies
| This Facility | AZ Average | vs. AZ Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
| 8 | 9 | This facility has 11% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Arizona nursing home (8 vs. AZ avg 9).↓ 11% better |
|
Deficiencies per year
| 2 | 2.3 | This facility has 13% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Arizona nursing home (2 vs. AZ avg 2.3).↓ 13% better |
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Enforcement actions
| 0 | 0.9 | This facility has 100% fewer enforcement actions than a typical Arizona nursing home (0 vs. AZ avg 0.9).↓ 100% better |
Arizona average 6.3
Last Health inspection on Aug 2022
Arizona average 23.2
Arizona average 3.82
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 3 citations resulted from standard inspections.
Arizona average: 0.1
Arizona average: 0.6
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Manages medical care and health needs.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total hours from contractors
1,740 contractor hours this quarter
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 62 | 0 | 62 | 19,907 | 92 | 100% | 9 |
| Registered Nurse | 24 | 0 | 24 | 8,243 | 92 | 100% | 9.4 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 23 | 0 | 23 | 5,912 | 92 | 100% | 9.9 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,456 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 8 | 7 | 15 | 1,152 | 85 | 92% | 5.9 |
| Dietitian | 2 | 0 | 2 | 983 | 89 | 97% | 7.8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 2 | 6 | 8 | 897 | 80 | 87% | 5.5 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 2 | 3 | 5 | 829 | 90 | 98% | 6.7 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 2 | 3 | 5 | 578 | 78 | 85% | 7.4 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 484 | 61 | 66% | 7.9 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 472 | 59 | 64% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 1 | 2 | 462 | 62 | 67% | 7.5 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 462 | 60 | 65% | 7.7 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 432 | 54 | 59% | 8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 1 | 1 | 2 | 389 | 58 | 63% | 6.7 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 84 | 12 | 13% | 7 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 30 | 20 | 22% | 1.5 |
| Other Physician | 0 | 1 | 1 | 11 | 11 | 12% | 1 |
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
79% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
21% of new residents, often for short stays.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Part of a Continuing Care Retirement Community offering multiple care levels
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Historical financial and operational data for Acacia Health Center at Sagewood from 2012–2023, based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Key figures below are for fiscal year ending in 12/2023.
Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 12/2023.
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Most new residents arrive under Medicare (79% of admissions), and a typical Medicare stay runs around 23 days.
Coverage residents most often arrive under.
Coverage residents most often leave under.
4555 E Mayo Blvd, Phoenix, AZ 85050 — 3.4 miles to nearest hospital (HonorHealth Scottsdale Thompson Peak Medical Center)
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The information below is reported by the Arizona Department of Health Services, Bureau of Long Term Care Licensing.
| Acacia Health Center at Sagewood | NH SNF | Phoenix (Desert Ridge West) | 78
Facility
78
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#168 / 528 |
96.2%
Facility
96.2%
AZ AVG
67.6
Rank
#7 / 63 | +42% | 5.51
Facility
5.51
AZ AVG
4.06
Rank
#6 / 67 | +50% | +36% | $0
Facility
$0
AZ AVG
$31.7k
Rank
#1 / 71 | - | 3
Facility
3
AZ AVG
23.2
Rank
#1 / 71 | 3.0
Facility
3.0
AZ AVG
3.8
Rank
#23 / 71 | - | 75 | A+ |
15
Facility
15
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#618 / 819 | Lcs Desert Ridge LLC | $15.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$15.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG
$14.7M
Rank
#2 / 75 | $20.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$20.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG
$6.4M
Rank
#3 / 75 | 131.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
131.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG
48.1%
Rank
#67 / 75 | 35279 | ||||
| The Terraces of Phoenix | NH AL IL MC SNF | Phoenix (Camelback East Village) | 64
Facility
64
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#191 / 528 |
67.2%
Facility
67.2%
AZ AVG
67.6
Rank
#36 / 63 | -1% | 5.29
Facility
5.29
AZ AVG
4.06
Rank
#8 / 67 | +13% | +30% | $0
Facility
$0
AZ AVG
$31.7k
Rank
#1 / 71 | 69
Facility
69
AZ AVG
82
Rank
#40 / 54 | 13
Facility
13
AZ AVG
23.2
Rank
#22 / 71 | 2.6
Facility
2.6
AZ AVG
3.8
Rank
#18 / 71 | - | 43 | - |
62
Facility
62
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#130 / 819 | Humangood Arizona Inc | $26.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$26.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG
$14.7M
Rank
#10 / 75 | $12.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$12.3MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG
$6.4M
Rank
#9 / 75 | 46.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
46.4%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG
48.1%
Rank
#54 / 75 | 35003 | ||||
| Christian Care Nursing Center | NH SNF | Phoenix (North Mountain Village) | 20
Facility
20
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#238 / 528 |
45.0%
Facility
45.0%
AZ AVG
67.6
Rank
#49 / 63 | -33% | - | +55% | - | $0
Facility
$0
AZ AVG
$31.7k
Rank
#1 / 71 | 82
Facility
82
AZ AVG
82
Rank
#9 / 54 | 10
Facility
10
AZ AVG
23.2
Rank
#11 / 71 | 3.3
Facility
3.3
AZ AVG
3.8
Rank
#28 / 71 | - | 9 | A+ |
50
Facility
50
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#255 / 819 | Christian Care Managment Inc | $1.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$1.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG
$14.7M
Rank
#75 / 75 | $1.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$1.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG
$6.4M
Rank
#75 / 75 | 88%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
88%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG
48.1%
Rank
#35 / 75 | 35173 | ||||
| Desert Terrace Healthcare Center | NH MC SNF | Phoenix (Encanto Village) | 108
Facility
108
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#119 / 528 |
75.9%
Facility
75.9%
AZ AVG
67.6
Rank
#29 / 63 | +12% | 3.90
Facility
3.90
AZ AVG
4.06
Rank
#34 / 67 | -22% | -4% | $1.3k
Facility
$1.3k
AZ AVG
$31.7k
Rank
#52 / 71 | 67
Facility
67
AZ AVG
82
Rank
#41 / 54 | 24
Facility
24
AZ AVG
23.2
Rank
#39 / 71 | 3.4
Facility
3.4
AZ AVG
3.8
Rank
#32 / 71 | - | 82 | C+ |
67
Facility
67
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#75 / 819 | Bandera Healthcare LLC | $11.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$11.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG
$14.7M
Rank
#54 / 75 | $6.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$6.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG
$6.4M
Rank
#44 / 75 | 52.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
52.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG
48.1%
Rank
#20 / 75 | 35014 | ||||
| Desert Highlands Care Center | NH RC SNF | Kingman (Kathleen Avenue) | 120
Facility
120
AZ AVG
54
Rank
#84 / 528 |
63.7%
Facility
63.7%
AZ AVG
67.6
Rank
#40 / 63 | -6% | 4.08
Facility
4.08
AZ AVG
4.06
Rank
#25 / 67 | +2% | 0% | $0
Facility
$0
AZ AVG
$31.7k
Rank
#1 / 71 | 73
Facility
73
AZ AVG
82
Rank
#25 / 54 | 30
Facility
30
AZ AVG
23.2
Rank
#50 / 71 | 3.3
Facility
3.3
AZ AVG
3.8
Rank
#28 / 71 | - | 76 | - |
54
Facility
54
AZ AVG
37
Rank
#207 / 819 | Patrick Kinney | $7.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$7.2MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG
$14.7M
Rank
#58 / 75 | $3.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
$3.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG
$6.4M
Rank
#69 / 75 | 51.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility
51.2%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
AZ AVG
48.1%
Rank
#55 / 75 | 35169 |
Acacia Health Center at Sagewood is located in Phoenix, Arizona.
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Acacia Health Center at Sagewood is in the Desert Ridge West neighborhood of Phoenix.
Acacia Health Center at Sagewood has a walk score of 15. Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
Acacia Health Center at Sagewood's occupancy is 96%.
Yes — see the floorplan options available at Acacia Health Center at Sagewood on this page.
No, Acacia Health Center at Sagewood has a no-pet policy.
Acacia Health Center at Sagewood is registered as a for-profit in AZ.
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