Inspection Reports for American Care Homes, Inc.

4144 North 36th Street, Phoenix, AZ 85018, AZ, 85018

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Inspection Report Summary

The most recent inspection on October 23, 2025, included deficiencies resulting in a $500 civil fine for allowing a resident access to materials or activities that posed a health or safety risk. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of deficiencies related mainly to personnel records, medical and behavioral health services, environmental and safety standards, and food service compliance. Complaint investigations generally found multiple issues, but no substantiated complaints were noted in the available reports. Enforcement actions included monetary penalties, with no license suspensions or immediate jeopardy findings listed in the available reports. The facility’s inspection history shows recurring themes in documentation and safety practices, with enforcement actions occurring primarily in 2025, indicating ongoing challenges in these areas.

Deficiencies (last 3 years)

Deficiencies (over 3 years) 7.7 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies are regulatory violations found during state inspections.

108% worse than Arizona average
Arizona average: 3.7 deficiencies/year

Deficiencies per year

12 9 6 3 0
2023
2024
2025
Enforcement Action Enforcement Fines: 1 Total: $500.00 Oct 23, 2025
Summary
A Level 3 violation was found where the facility failed to ensure a resident did not have access to potentially harmful materials or activities, resulting in a $500 civil fine.
Fines & Penalties (1)
AmountReasonStatus
$500.00Violation of R9-10-716.A.7.a related to allowing a resident access to materials or activities that may present a threat to their health or safety.
Enforcement Action Enforcement Fines: 1 Total: $500.00 May 22, 2025
Summary
The enforcement resulted in a monetary penalty that has been fully paid.
Fines & Penalties (1)
AmountReasonStatus
$500.00Fine associated with enforcement action #00131638Paid
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Capacity: 5 Deficiencies: 6 May 7, 2025
Visit Reason
Six deficiencies found during complaint investigation 129792 and annual compliance inspection.
Findings
Six deficiencies found during complaint investigation 129792 and annual compliance inspection.
Deficiencies (6)
Description
R9-10-706.H.1.a — Personnel records maintenance
R9-10-712.C.9 — Medical records orders
R9-10-716.A.7.a — Behavioral health services resident use
R9-10-718.C.6.a — Medication services assistance
R9-10-721.A.1.c — Environmental standards
R9-10-722.B.8.e — Physical plant standards
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Capacity: 5 Deficiencies: 1 Feb 3, 2025
Visit Reason
One deficiency cited during complaint investigation AZ00222239 related to food service and menu compliance.
Findings
One deficiency cited during complaint investigation AZ00222239 related to food service and menu compliance.
Deficiencies (1)
Description
B. — Registered dietitian or director of food service responsibilities
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Capacity: 5 Deficiencies: 11 Aug 15, 2024
Visit Reason
Sixteen deficiencies found during complaint investigation AZ00209516 and annual compliance inspection related to personnel records, training, medical records, fire inspection, environmental and safety standards.
Findings
Sixteen deficiencies found during complaint investigation AZ00209516 and annual compliance inspection related to personnel records, training, medical records, fire inspection, environmental and safety standards.
Deficiencies (11)
Description
A.R.S. § 36-407 — Prohibited acts
36-420.01 — Fall prevention training
G. — Personnel records documentation
A. — Tuberculosis screening
C. — Resident medical record consent
C. — Fire inspection documentation
B. — Registered dietitian or director of food service responsibilities
A. — Food menu posting
A. — Hot water temperature
A. — Poisonous or toxic materials storage
R9-10-113 — Tuberculosis screening and infection control
Inspection Report Complaint Investigation Capacity: 5 Deficiencies: 1 Mar 11, 2024
Visit Reason
One deficiency cited during complaint investigation AZ00201766 related to personnel presence and awake requirements.
Findings
One deficiency cited during complaint investigation AZ00201766 related to personnel presence and awake requirements.
Deficiencies (1)
Description
K. — Personnel presence and awake requirements
Inspection Report Annual Inspection Capacity: 5 Deficiencies: 4 Jul 13, 2023
Visit Reason
Four deficiencies found during annual compliance inspection related to personnel records, personnel presence, medical assessments, and tuberculosis screening.
Findings
Four deficiencies found during annual compliance inspection related to personnel records, personnel presence, medical assessments, and tuberculosis screening.
Deficiencies (4)
Description
G. — Personnel records documentation
K. — Personnel presence and awake requirements
A. — Medical history and physical examination
A. — Tuberculosis screening

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