Desert Blossom Health and Rehabilitation
Desert Blossom Health and Rehabilitation is a Nursing Home in Arizona
Desert Blossom Health and… is a Nursing Home in Arizona
Desert Blossom Health and Rehabilitation
Desert Blossom Health and Rehabilitation is a Nursing Home in Arizona
Desert Blossom Health and… is a Nursing Home in Arizona
Overview of Desert Blossom Health and Rehabilitation
Sister company to Citadel Post Acute, Desert Blossom is also the premier short-term and long-term rehabilitation center in the city. The nursing home offers a definite solution to all your needs, ensuring that comfort and relaxation are being prioritized– with the staff ready and dedicated to supporting all your needs throughout. Desert Blossom is a community where residents are sure to thrive.
Desert Blossom nursing and rehab experience is centered on skilled nursing, wellness, and therapy. Residents can feel confident knowing that is filled with a caliber of service that is safe, comfortable, and therapeutic. Seniors are encouraged to maintain a lifestyle of independence and individuality by staying active and engaged with social, recreational, and stimulating activities.
Home Information
DESERT BLOSSOM HEALTH & REHAB CENTER
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Occupancy levels track close to the statewide midpoint, indicating balanced availability. Bed capacity aligns with the typical community size in the state, allowing steady admissions. Residents generally stay for shorter periods than state peers, pointing to quicker turnover.
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Home revenue lands near the state median, signaling steady but not standout inflows. Payroll outlays align with state averages, keeping staffing resources on par with peers. Total income exceeds the majority of state facilities, highlighting strong profitability.
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Medicare nights track the statewide midpoint, keeping volumes steady. Medicaid nights are roughly in line with the state middle third, maintaining a balanced safety-net share. Private pay nights lead the state, showing strong demand from market-rate residents.
OccupancyBeds
106
Occupancy
79.5%
Total Bed Days Available
32120
Avg. Length of Stay
29 days
Avg. Residents per Day
88
FinanceHome Revenue
$10,431,898.00
Payroll Costs
$5,362,769.00
Profit
$1,802,804.00
Total Home Costs
$10,766,954.00
Payroll % of Revenue
Percentage of home revenue spent on payroll costs.
Percentage of home revenue spent on payroll costs.
51.4%
House Specifics:CCN
35164
Owner Name
PETTY, SCOTT
Rural vs. Urban
Urban
County
Maricopa
Type of Control
Voluntary Nonprofit — Church
OperationsTotal Admissions
1072
Total Discharges
1041
% Medicaid Admissions
10%
% Medicare Admissions
16%
% Private Pay Admissions
73%
% Medicaid Discharges
10%
% Medicare Discharges
16%
% Private Pay Discharges
74%
Quality Ratings
Overall Rating
CMS 5-star rating based on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
CMS 5-star rating based on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures.
4 / 5
Health Inspection Rating
Rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
3 / 5
Staffing Rating
Rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
2 / 5
QM Rating
Quality Measures rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Quality Measures rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
5 / 5
Nurse Hours / Resident / Day
Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
3.37 hrs
Medicaid, Medicare & Private
Medicare Nights
Number of resident nights paid by Medicare for short-term or rehab care.
Number of resident nights paid by Medicare for short-term or rehab care.
14587
Medicaid Nights
Resident nights covered by Medicaid for long-term care or support services.
Resident nights covered by Medicaid for long-term care or support services.
2687
Free Market Nights
Nights paid privately by residents or families, without Medicare/Medicaid coverage.
Nights paid privately by residents or families, without Medicare/Medicaid coverage.
13097
106-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score: 31 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
Services
About this community
License Status
ActiveFacility Type
Nursing Care Institution
License Expiration
August 31, 2026
Additional licensing details
License number:
NCI-2696
CMS Certification Number:
35164
Qualification:
Health Care
Ownership & operating entity
Desert Blossom Health and Rehabilitation is legally operated by Desert Blossom Health & Rehab Center, and administrated by DAVID BUSH.
Administrator:
DAVID BUSH
Nonprofit ownership:
No
Inspection History
In Arizona, the Department of Social Services (for ALFs) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.
20 visits/inspections
18 complaint inspections
20 routine inspections
Latest inspection
Date:June 5, 2025
Type:Complaint
Results:No deficiencies
18 complaints
Formal expressions of dissatisfaction or concern made by residents, or their families regarding various aspects of the care, services, and environment provided.
Arizona average: 6 complaints
15 violations
Violations indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Arizona average: 12 violations
Places of interest near Desert Blossom Health and Rehabilitation
7.2 miles from city center
60 S 58th St, Mesa, AZ 85206
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Comparison Chart
The information below is reported by the Arizona Department of Health Services, Bureau of Long Term Care Licensing.Compare Nursing Homes around Mesa
Alta Mesa Health and Rehabilitation
AL
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Mesa
70
No
F
38
Alta Mesa Health And Rehabilitation
90.1%
$8,480,925.00
$4,069,714.00
48%
61.50
5/5
4.0543
4/5
3/5
5/5
-
Mi Casa Nursing Center
AL
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Mesa
180
No
A+
38
RAUCH, GEOFFREY
62.6%
$12,607,152.00
$5,600,097.00
44.4%
113.60
3/5
3.6627
2/5
3/5
5/5
1
Desert Blossom Health and Rehabilitation
AL
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Mesa
106
No
-
31
PETTY, SCOTT
79.5%
$10,431,898.00
$5,362,769.00
51.4%
87.50
4/5
3.3683
3/5
2/5
5/5
-
Advanced Health Care of Mesa
AL
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
Mesa
38
No
-
38
NEW AHC HOLDINGS, LLC
96.8%
$12,705,143.00
$3,787,184.00
29.8%
37.00
5/5
4.2490
5/5
4/5
5/5
-
Allegiant Healthcare of Mesa
AL
For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
IL
For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.
MC
Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
SNF
24/7 care needed
Mesa
204
No
-
46
ALLEGIANT HOLDING C LLC
46.8%
$9,727,483.00
$6,306,262.00
64.8%
76.30
2/5
3.8760
3/5
1/5
4/5
2
Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
129
Total Staff
129
Employees
0
Contractors
35,295
Total Hours (Quarter)
45
Avg Staff/Day
8.6
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 12 | 10.6 | No |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 31 | 9.4 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 47 | 9 | No |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
93 staff
9.2hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
7 staff
8.9hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
15 staff
6.8hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
2 staff
7hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
3 staff
7.4hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
8 staff
8.2hs shift avg
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 47 | 0 | 47 | 14,309 | 91 | 100% | 9 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 31 | 0 | 31 | 6,718 | 91 | 100% | 9.4 |
| Registered Nurse | 12 | 0 | 12 | 3,002 | 91 | 100% | 10.6 |
| Dental Services Staff | 8 | 0 | 8 | 2,340 | 84 | 92% | 8.2 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,701 | 74 | 81% | 8.8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,362 | 65 | 71% | 7.2 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 3 | 0 | 3 | 900 | 68 | 75% | 6 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 2 | 0 | 2 | 722 | 66 | 73% | 7.2 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 3 | 0 | 3 | 653 | 75 | 82% | 6.9 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 604 | 80 | 88% | 7.5 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 585 | 65 | 71% | 9 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 547 | 60 | 66% | 9.1 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 471 | 64 | 70% | 7.4 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 456 | 60 | 66% | 7 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 1 | 0 | 1 | 277 | 35 | 38% | 7.9 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 1 | 0 | 1 | 120 | 13 | 14% | 9.2 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 2 | 2% | 3.9 |
Health Inspection History
Source: CMS Health Citations (Dec 2021 – Jul 2025)
6
Inspections
18
Total Citations
0
Critical (J-L)
1
Serious (G-I)
3
Citations/Inspection
Jul 2025
Last Inspection
Citation Severity Distribution
What do these levels mean?
Top Deficiency Categories
Quality of Life & Care
6
33% of total
Pharmacy Services
3
17% of total
Resident Rights
2
11% of total
Abuse, Neglect & Exploitation
1
6% of total
Environmental
1
6% of total
Citation Sources
Standard Inspections
12
Complaint Investigations
9
State Comparison (AZ)
Avg Citations (State)
23.2
This Facility: 18
Avg Critical (State)
0.1
This Facility: 0
Recent Citations (Last 3 Years)
| Date | Severity ? | Category | Tag | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 18, 2025 | D | Abuse/Neglect | F0609 | Corrected |
| Jul 18, 2025 | D | Pharmacy | F0755 | Corrected |
| Jul 18, 2025 | D | Quality of Care | F0697 | Corrected |
| Jul 18, 2025 | D | Care Planning | F0658 | Corrected |
| Jun 02, 2025 | G | Quality of Care | F0684 | Corrected |
| May 09, 2024 | D | Quality of Care | F0692 | Corrected |
| May 09, 2024 | D | Care Planning | F0658 | Corrected |
| May 09, 2024 | D | Care Planning | F0842 | Corrected |
| May 09, 2024 | D | Resident Rights | F0584 | Corrected |
| Apr 12, 2023 | E | Quality of Care | F0692 | Corrected |
| Jan 06, 2023 | D | Pharmacy | F0755 | Corrected |
| Jan 06, 2023 | D | Care Planning | F0842 | Corrected |
| Dec 02, 2021 | E | Environmental | F0919 | Corrected |
| Dec 02, 2021 | E | Pharmacy | F0757 | Corrected |
| Dec 02, 2021 | E | Quality of Care | F0677 | Corrected |
| Dec 02, 2021 | D | Quality of Care | F0695 | Corrected |
| Dec 02, 2021 | D | Care Planning | F0656 | Corrected |
| Dec 02, 2021 | D | Resident Rights | F0580 | Corrected |
Guides for Better Senior Living
From costs to care, explore the most important topics to make informed decisions about your future.
Claim What’s Yours: Financial Aid for Arizona Seniors
Program
State Program Name
Eligibility
Benefits
Arizona Long Term Care System
ALTCS
- General: Age 65+ or disabled, Arizona 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).
- AZ Specifics: Covers tribal members; rural outreach.
- Services: In-home care (6-8 hours/day), assisted living, nursing home care, medical services, transportation (10 trips/month).
Non-Medical Home and Community Based Services
AZ DES Non-Medical HCBS
- General: Age 60+, Arizona resident, at risk of institutionalization.
- Income Limits: ~$2,000/month (individual, varies).
- Asset Limits: $10,000 (individual).
- AZ Specifics: Limited funding; waitlists common.
- Services: Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week), respite care (up to 10 days/year), adult day care (~$60/day).
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
AZ SCSEP
- General: Age 55+, Arizona resident, unemployed, low-income.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$1,519/month (125% of poverty level, individual).
- Asset Limits: Not specified; income-driven.
- AZ Specifics: Wages at highest of federal/state/local minimum ($14.35/hour in 2025).
- Services: Paid training (20 hours/week), job placement (avg. $300-$500/month earnings), career counseling.
Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)
AZ WAP
- General: Age 60+ priority, Arizona resident, own/rent home, low-income.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$2,510/month (200% of poverty level, individual).
- Asset Limits: Not applicable; income-focused.
- AZ Specifics: High demand in rural desert areas; limited annual funds.
- Services: Insulation, weather stripping, HVAC repairs (avg. $500-$1,000/year savings).
Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly
AZ Section 202
- General: Age 62+, Arizona resident, very low income, able to live independently with support.
- Income Limits (2025): ~$1,645/month (50% of area median income, individual, varies by county).
- Asset Limits: $10,000 (individual, excludes home if owned).
- AZ Specifics: Limited units; high demand in metro areas like Phoenix.
- Services: Subsidized rent (30% of income, e.g., $300-$500/month), on-site services (housekeeping, transportation, ~$200/month value).
Arizona CARES Program
AZ CARES
- General: Caregivers of Arizona residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.
- Income Limits: No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.
- Asset Limits: Not applicable; need-based.
- AZ Specifics: Focus on rural access; complements ALTCS respite.
- Services: Respite care (up to 10 days/year), counseling (4-6 sessions/year), training (2-3 workshops/year), supplies (~$200/year).
AZ DES Non-Medical Home and Community Based Services (HCBS)
AZ DES Non-Medical HCBS
- General: Age 60+ or disabled, Arizona resident, need assistance with daily activities, not eligible for Medicaid/ALTCS.
- Income Limits: Above Medicaid threshold but low-income (~$1,500-$2,500/month, varies by region).
- Asset Limits: Not specified; income-driven eligibility.
- AZ Specifics: Targets those ineligible for ALTCS; prioritizes rural and tribal areas.
- Services: Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week), personal care (limited hours), respite care (up to 10 days/year), transportation (~5 trips/month).
Claim What’s Yours Financial Aid for Arizona Seniors
ALTCS
Arizona Long Term Care System
Requirements:
- General:Age 65+ or disabled, Arizona 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).
- AZ Specifics:Covers tribal members; rural outreach.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: In-home care (6-8 hours/day), assisted living, nursing home care, medical services, transportation (10 trips/month).
AZ DES Non-Medical HCBS
Non-Medical Home and Community Based Services
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+, Arizona resident, at risk of institutionalization.
- Income Limits:~$2,000/month (individual, varies).
- Asset Limits:$10,000 (individual).
- AZ Specifics:Limited funding; waitlists common.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week), respite care (up to 10 days/year), adult day care (~$60/day).
AZ SCSEP
Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 55+, Arizona resident, unemployed, low-income.
- Income Limits (2025):~$1,519/month (125% of poverty level, individual).
- Asset Limits:Not specified; income-driven.
- AZ Specifics:Wages at highest of federal/state/local minimum ($14.35/hour in 2025).
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Paid training (20 hours/week), job placement (avg. $300-$500/month earnings), career counseling.
AZ WAP
Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+ priority, Arizona resident, own/rent home, low-income.
- Income Limits (2025):~$2,510/month (200% of poverty level, individual).
- Asset Limits:Not applicable; income-focused.
- AZ Specifics:High demand in rural desert areas; limited annual funds.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Insulation, weather stripping, HVAC repairs (avg. $500-$1,000/year savings).
AZ Section 202
Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly
Requirements:
- General:Age 62+, Arizona resident, very low income, able to live independently with support.
- Income Limits (2025):~$1,645/month (50% of area median income, individual, varies by county).
- Asset Limits:$10,000 (individual, excludes home if owned).
- AZ Specifics:Limited units; high demand in metro areas like Phoenix.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Subsidized rent (30% of income, e.g., $300-$500/month), on-site services (housekeeping, transportation, ~$200/month value).
AZ CARES
Arizona CARES Program
Requirements:
- General:Caregivers of Arizona residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.
- Income Limits:No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.
- Asset Limits:Not applicable; need-based.
- AZ Specifics:Focus on rural access; complements ALTCS respite.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Respite care (up to 10 days/year), counseling (4-6 sessions/year), training (2-3 workshops/year), supplies (~$200/year).
AZ DES Non-Medical HCBS
AZ DES Non-Medical Home and Community Based Services (HCBS)
Requirements:
- General:Age 60+ or disabled, Arizona resident, need assistance with daily activities, not eligible for Medicaid/ALTCS.
- Income Limits:Above Medicaid threshold but low-income (~$1,500-$2,500/month, varies by region).
- Asset Limits:Not specified; income-driven eligibility.
- AZ Specifics:Targets those ineligible for ALTCS; prioritizes rural and tribal areas.
Benefits without Contact:
- Services: Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week), personal care (limited hours), respite care (up to 10 days/year), transportation (~5 trips/month).
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