Coral Desert Rehabilitation and Care

Nursing Home in Utah

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Coral Desert Rehabilitation and Care

Nursing Home in Utah

CMS overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.

Overview of Coral Desert Rehabilitation and Care

Coral Desert Rehabilitation and Care is a premier short-term rehabilitation facility located in St. George, Utah. It offers skilled nursing and respiratory services, along with a variety of activities designed to keep residents active. The facility is dedicated to providing quality care and has earned a 5-star overall rating from Medicare.gov.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
5/5 ▲ 1.6 Utah average: 3.4/5
Health Inspection Info Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
4/5 ▲ 1.3 Utah average: 2.7/5
Staffing Info Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
3/5 ▼ 0.2 Utah average: 3.2/5
Quality Measures Info Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
5/5 ▲ 0.6 Utah average: 4.4/5

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Utah state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 39th out of 58 homes in Utah.

Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
3h 20m per day
This facility Utah avg (3h 46m per day)
vs Utah avg
-12%

Capacity and availability

Smaller home

May offer a more intimate, personalized care environment.

Total beds 60

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Utah average: 70.1%
Occupancy rate 67.7%
Avg. Length of Stay 21 days
Occupancy rate
67.7%
Avg. Length of Stay
21 days

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

45% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 20 days

Private pay

52% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 17 days

Medicaid

3% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 3 - 4 months

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$10.7M
Profit
$399.5K
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$10.7M
Profit
$399.5K
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$5.1M
48% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$5.1M
Total costs $10.3M
Bed community size
60-bed community
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Years in operation
21 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.

About this community

License Details

Facility TypeNursing Care Facility
StatusRegulated
IssuanceDecember 21, 2004
CountyWashington
CMS Certification Number465160

Therapy & Rehabilitation

1 service
Rehabilitation Services

Staffing & Medical

1 service
Skilled Nursing

Amenities & Lifestyle

0 amenities
Specific ProgramsIn-house Therapy, Respiratory Services, Stay Active

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Inspection History

In Utah, the Department of Health and Human Services, Health Facility Licensing conducts regular onsite inspections to ensure compliance with state and federal healthcare standards.

1 visit/inspection Info Inspections are mandatory, regular evaluations conducted by state health departments or regulatory agencies. They ensure the community provides safe, compliant care, covering areas like resident health, staff and management.

Latest inspection

Date November 21, 2024
Routine

23 deficiencies

Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.

Utah average: 14 deficiencies

Inspection Report Summary for Coral Desert Rehabilitation and Care

The most recent inspection on November 21, 2024, identified deficiencies related to medication self-administration evaluation and monitoring of hypnotic medication use. Earlier inspections from December 15, 2022, showed multiple deficiencies in resident care, medication management, infection control, food safety, and life safety code compliance. Inspectors cited issues with comprehensive care plans, assistance with activities of daily living, nutritional status, medication errors including expired drugs, and infection prevention practices. Complaint investigations were not listed in the available reports. The pattern suggests some ongoing challenges with medication management and resident care documentation, with fewer deficiencies noted in the most recent inspection compared to earlier reports.

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 2

Utah average 3.5


Last Health inspection on Nov 2024

Total health citations 13

Utah average 27.7

Citations per inspection
6.5

Utah average 7.62


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

All 13 citations resulted from standard inspections.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 0
100% better than Utah average

Utah average: 0.7


Serious Health citations More info 0
100% better than Utah average

Utah average: 2.5

0 critical citations More info Utah average: 0.7

0 serious citations More info Utah average: 2.5

13 moderate citations More info Utah average: 24.5

0 minor citations More info Utah average: 0.1
Citations history (last 3 years)
Pharmacy moderate citation Info Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored. Nov 21, 2024
Corrected

Resident Rights moderate citation Info Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care. Nov 21, 2024
Corrected

Administration moderate citation Info Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations. Dec 15, 2022
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Info Issues related to preventing and controlling infections, including hygiene practices and safety protocols. Dec 15, 2022
Corrected

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Aging Waiver

UT Medicaid Aging Waiver

Age 65+
General Utah resident, Medicaid-eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
UT

Rural challenges; waitlists possible.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite (240 hours/year) Adult day care ($65/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Utah Alternatives Program

UT Alternatives

Age 60+
General Utah resident, at risk of nursing home.
Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $5,000 individual
UT

Limited funding; rural focus.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Older Americans Act (OAA) Services

Utah OAA Services

Age 60+
General UT resident; no income/asset limits.
Income Limits (2025) None; donations encouraged.
Asset Limits Not assessed.
UT

12 AAAs; includes Meals on Wheels; rural emphasis.

Benefits
Meals (~$5-$7/meal) Transportation Homemaker services (~4 hours/week) Respite (5 days/year) Legal aid

Medicare Savings Program (MSP)

Utah Medicare Savings Program

Age 65+ or disabled
General UT resident, Medicare Part A/B.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month (QMB), ~$3,380/month (SLMB), ~$3,598/month (QI)—individual.
Asset Limits $9,430 (individual), $14,130 (couple).
UT

Includes Extra Help for Part D; no waitlist.

Benefits
Covers Part B premiums ($174.70/month) Deductibles ($240/year) Copays (~20%)

Home Energy Assistance Target (HEAT) Program

Utah HEAT Program

Age 60+ prioritized
General UT resident, low-income household.
Income Limits (2025) ~$3,970/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
UT

Covers gas, electric, propane; emergency aid available.

Benefits
Heating/cooling aid ($300-$1,000/season) Crisis aid ($500 max)

Utah Caregiver Support Program

Utah Family Caregiver Support Program (FCSP)

Age
General Caregivers of 60+ needing care or 55+ caregivers of others; UT resident; 2+ ADLs.
Income Limits (2025) No strict cap; prioritizes low-income ~$24,980/year
Asset Limits Not assessed.
UT

Includes grandparent caregivers; serves ~1,500 annually.

Benefits
Respite (4-6 hours/week or 5 days/year) Adult day care ($60/day) Training Supplies (~$500/year)

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Utah SCSEP

Age 55+
General unemployed, low-income, UT resident.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,983/month 125% FPL
Asset Limits Not specified.
UT

Priority for veterans, rural residents; AARP partnership.

Benefits
Paid training (~20 hours/week at ~$7.25/hour) Job placement

VA Aid and Attendance (A&A) and Housebound Benefits

Utah VA Aid and Attendance/Housebound

Age 65+ or disabled veteran/spouse
General UT resident, wartime service, ADL help (A&A) or homebound.
Income Limits (2025) Net income < ~$1,984/month (veteran with dependent, A&A); pension offsets income.
Asset Limits ~$155,356 net worth
UT

Supports rural veterans; high demand near VA centers.

Benefits
Cash (~$1,433-$2,642/month veteran, ~$951-$1,318 spouse) for care costs

Property Tax Abatement and Deferral Programs

Utah Circuit Breaker and Deferral Programs

Age 66+ (abatement) or 75+ (deferral)
General UT resident 10+ months/year, homeowner.
Income Limits (2025) ~$40,000/year (household, abatement); no limit for deferral.
Asset Limits Not assessed; home value < ~$500,000 typical.
UT

Abatement up to $1,200; deferral accrues interest (2.5%-5%).

Benefits
Tax relief (~$500-$1,200/year) or deferral (postpones payment)

Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)

Utah SFMNP

Age 60+
General UT resident, low-income.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,322/month 185% FPL
Asset Limits Not assessed.
UT

Vouchers (~$50/season); serves ~5,000 via 12 AAAs.

Benefits
Vouchers (~$50/season) for produce at farmers’ markets

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 145
Employees 132
Contractors 13
Staff to resident ratio 3.54:1
67% better than Utah average

Utah average ratio: 2.12:1

Avg staff/day 39
Average shift 8.2 hours
0% compared with Utah average

Utah average: 7.9 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 29,112
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 15
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.5 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 18
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 9.4 hours

No contractors work on this role.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 51
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.7 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

0.6%

166 contractor hours this quarter

Certified Nursing Assistant: 11 Registered Nurse: 2
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant4011518,88191100%8.7
Licensed Practical Nurse180183,78891100%9.4
Registered Nurse132153,68191100%9.5
Qualified Activities Professional140142,54691100%9.2
Clinical Nurse Specialist5051,6756571%8.9
Nurse Aide in Training5051,4408290%10.1
Dental Services Staff4041,3896571%7.9
Respiratory Therapy Technician6061,3557582%7.1
Speech Language Pathologist7071,2488998%6.7
Physical Therapy Assistant9097278897%5
Qualified Social Worker3035476470%5.7
Physical Therapy Aide2024696167%6.7
Therapeutic Recreation Specialist1014636470%7.2
Administrator1014485662%8
Other Dietary Services Staff2022745662%4.8
Occupational Therapy Aide1011815257%3.5
Other Social Services Staff101322%1.5
51 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
18 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
15 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
14 Qualified Activities Professional
% of Days 100%
5 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days 71%
5 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days 90%
4 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 71%
6 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 82%
7 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 98%
9 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 97%
3 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 70%
2 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 67%
1 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
% of Days 70%
1 Administrator
% of Days 62%
2 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 62%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 57%
1 Other Social Services Staff
% of Days 2%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total residents 41
Medicare
36
87.8% of residents
Medicaid
5
12.2% of residents

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 8.3
11% better than Utah average

Utah average: 9.3

Long-stay resident measures
Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 0.0%
100% better than Utah average

Utah average: 2.6%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 24.8%
489% worse than Utah average

Utah average: 4.2%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 4.0%
94% worse than Utah average

Utah average: 2.1%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 0.0%
100% better than Utah average

Utah average: 4.1%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 12.0%
11% better than Utah average

Utah average: 13.5%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 100.0%
In line with Utah average

Utah average: 97.1%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 97.5%
5% better than Utah average

Utah average: 92.9%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.6%
45% better than Utah average

Utah average: 1.1%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 91.8%
In line with Utah average

Utah average: 91.0%

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