Desert Blossom Health and Rehabilitation

Nursing Home & Memory Care · Mesa, AZ

CMS overall rating

60 S 58Th St, Mesa, AZ 85206 View map

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Desert Blossom Health and Rehabilitation accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

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Desert Blossom Health and Rehabilitation accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

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.

(480) 832-3903 contact-DesertBlossom@ensignservices.net

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Staffing hours breakdown

Hours per resident per day — compared to Arizona state averages

Total nursing care / resident

3h 22m per day

This facility Arizona avg (4h 4m per day)

vs Arizona avg

-17%

4 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric Registered Nurse (RN) is +6% above state avg

Staff type	Hours / Day / Resident	vs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.	45m per day	▲ 6% State avg: 43m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.	48m per day	▼ 23% State avg: 1h 3m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.	1h 55m per day	▼ 19% State avg: 2h 22m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.	3h 3m per day	▼ 16% State avg: 3h 38m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.	6m per day	■ Avg State avg: 6m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.	29m per day	▼ 7% State avg: 31m per day · National avg: 29m per day

Capacity and availability

37 days

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.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate

77%

Higher than the Arizona average: 72.7%

Occupied beds

82 / 106

Average occupied beds in Arizona homes 84 beds

Facility TypeNursing Care Institution

StatusActive

ExpirationAugust 31, 2026

License NumberNCI-2696

CMS Certification Number35164

QualificationHealth Care

Desert Blossom Health and Rehabilitation is legally operated by Desert Blossom Health & Rehab Center, and administered by David Bush.

OwnerRED MOUNTAIN HEALTHCARE LLC

Rehabilitation Services

Specific ProgramsIn-house Therapy

Since 2021 · 5 years of data 37 deficiencies 18 complaints 20 inspections

Inspection Score

9 points below the Arizona average for nursing homes (82/100)

Inspection Scorecard This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Arizona state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Since 2021 vs. Arizona state average

Overall vs. AZ average

Latest Inspection June 5, 2025 Complaint No deficiencies

Deficiencies Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.	This Facility	AZ Average	vs. AZ Avg
Total deficiencies Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.	37	9	This facility has 311% more total deficiencies than a typical Arizona nursing home (37 vs. AZ avg 9).↑ 311% worse Rank #475 / 500 Total deficiencies — State benchmarked This home is ranked 475th out of 500 homes in Arizona. Shows this facility's deficiencies compared to the Arizona average among 500 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in Arizona that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Deficiencies per year Average deficiencies per year since 2021.	7.4	1.8	This facility has 311% more deficiencies per year than a typical Arizona nursing home (7.4 vs. AZ avg 1.8).↑ 311% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Average deficiencies per inspection.	1.9	1.8	This facility has 6% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Arizona nursing home (1.9 vs. AZ avg 1.8).↑ 6% worse Rank #346 / 500 Deficiencies per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 346th out of 500 homes in Arizona. Shows this facility's deficiencies per inspection compared to the Arizona average among 500 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in Arizona that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Enforcement actions Formal penalties or interventions imposed by Arizona regulators — directed plans of correction, civil monetary penalties, denial of payment, or appointment of temporary management.	0	0.9	This facility has 100% fewer enforcement actions than a typical Arizona nursing home (0 vs. AZ avg 0.9).↓ 100% better

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.	This Facility	AZ Average	vs. AZ Avg
Total inspections Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.	20	5	This facility has 300% more total inspections than a typical Arizona nursing home (20 vs. AZ avg 5).↑ 300% worse

Complaints & Investigations Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.	This Facility	AZ Average	vs. AZ Avg
Total complaints Formal expressions of concern made by residents, families, or staff.	18	6	This facility has 200% more total complaints than a typical Arizona nursing home (18 vs. AZ avg 6).↑ 200% worse Rank #484 / 500 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 484th out of 500 homes in Arizona. Shows this facility's complaint-related visits compared to the Arizona average among 500 comparable communities in the ranking pool. Rankings are based only on facilities in Arizona that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.
Complaints per year Average complaints per year since 2021.	3.6	1.2	This facility has 200% more complaints per year than a typical Arizona nursing home (3.6 vs. AZ avg 1.2).↑ 200% worse

Inspection Reports Summary An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

July 18, 2025 complaint investigation found four deficiencies including failure to timely report abuse, missed IV antibiotic doses, inadequate pain management, and inaccurate controlled drug records.
June 2, 2025 complaint investigation cited failure to provide CPR to a full code resident, with delayed EMS notification and staff misconduct resulting in termination of an LPN.
May 9, 2024 inspection identified four deficiencies involving unsafe room temperatures, medication errors, missed meals for a malnourished resident, and incomplete nursing documentation.

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Inspections since 2021

Total health inspections 6

Arizona average 6.3

Last Health inspection on Jul 2025

Total health citations

Arizona average 23.2

Citations per inspection

Arizona average 3.82

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

9 of 18 citations resulted from standard inspections; 6 of 18 resulted from complaint investigations; and 3 of 18 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 5 years)

Critical health citations

100% better than Arizona average

Arizona average: 0.1

Serious health citations

67% worse than Arizona average

Arizona average: 0.6

0 critical citations Arizona average: 0.1

1 serious citation Arizona average: 0.6

17 moderate citations Arizona average: 22.3

0 minor citations Arizona average: 0.2

Citations history (last 5 years)

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Jul 18, 2025

Corrected

Pharmacy moderate citation Jul 18, 2025

Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Jul 18, 2025

Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Jul 18, 2025

Corrected

Total staff 142

Employees 142

Contractors 0

Staff to resident ratio 1.56 : 1

13% fewer staff per resident than Arizona average

Avg staff/day 47

Average shift 8.8 hours

0% compared with Arizona average

Total staff hours (quarter) 38,203

Nursing staff breakdown

10 hours

9.8 hours

9.1 hours

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors 0% — all staff are direct employees this quarter

Staff by category


Certified Nursing Assistant	54	54	15,563	92	100%	9.1
Licensed Practical Nurse	27	27	6,804	92	100%	9.8
Registered Nurse	14	14	4,473	92	100%	10
Dental Services Staff	12	12	3,390	90	98%	8.1
Clinical Nurse Specialist	5	5	1,318	71	77%	8.6
Speech Language Pathologist	4	4	1,288	66	72%	6.9
Respiratory Therapy Technician	3	3	835	73	79%	6.5
Physical Therapy Aide	6	6	762	65	71%	6.1
Other Dietary Services Staff	5	5	705	82	89%	7.1
Physical Therapy Assistant	4	4	644	64	70%	6.1
Nurse Aide in Training	1	1	620	56	61%	11.1
Nurse Practitioner	1	1	594	66	72%	9
Administrator	1	1	528	66	72%	8
Qualified Social Worker	2	2	457	62	67%	7.2
Dietitian	1	1	201	25	27%	8
Occupational Therapy Aide	1	1	20	4	4%	4.9
RN Director of Nursing	1	1	4	1	1%	4

54 Certified Nursing Assistant

% of Days 100%

27 Licensed Practical Nurse

% of Days 100%

14 Registered Nurse

% of Days 100%

12 Dental Services Staff

% of Days 98%

5 Clinical Nurse Specialist

% of Days 77%

4 Speech Language Pathologist

% of Days 72%

3 Respiratory Therapy Technician

% of Days 79%

6 Physical Therapy Aide

% of Days 71%

5 Other Dietary Services Staff

% of Days 89%

4 Physical Therapy Assistant

% of Days 70%

1 Nurse Aide in Training

% of Days 61%

1 Nurse Practitioner

% of Days 72%

1 Administrator

% of Days 72%

2 Qualified Social Worker

% of Days 67%

1 Dietitian

% of Days 27%

1 Occupational Therapy Aide

% of Days 4%

1 RN Director of Nursing

% of Days 1%

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Total fines amount $13K

58% lower than Arizona average

Arizona average: $30K

Number of fines 1

40% fewer fines than Arizona average

Arizona average: 1.7

Payment Denials 0

100% fewer payment denials than Arizona average

Arizona average: 0.1

Fines amount comparison

This facility $13K

Arizona average $30K

Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

1 penalty in the past 3 years

Jun 2, 2025 · $13K

Civil Money Penalty Jun 2, 2025

$13K

Last updated: Jan 2026

High-risk clinical events score 5.1

33% better than Arizona average

Arizona average: 7.6

Functional decline score 12.1

25% better than Arizona average

Arizona average: 16.1

Long-stay resident measures

Significantly above average Arizona avg: 3.8

Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased 3.5%

69% better than Arizona average

Arizona average: 11.2%

Walking Ability Worsened 8.7%

45% better than Arizona average

Arizona average: 15.8%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence 24.2%

16% worse than Arizona average

Arizona average: 20.8%

Falls with Major Injury 0.0%

100% better than Arizona average

Arizona average: 2.1%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers 3.0%

40% better than Arizona average

Arizona average: 5.1%

Urinary Tract Infection 2.7%

100% worse than Arizona average

Arizona average: 1.3%

Lost Too Much Weight 10.1%

86% worse than Arizona average

Arizona average: 5.4%

Depressive Symptoms 7.2%

61% worse than Arizona average

Arizona average: 4.5%

Antipsychotic Use 0.6%

94% better than Arizona average

Arizona average: 10.3%

Pneumococcal Vaccine 76.3%

21% worse than Arizona average

Arizona average: 97.2%

Influenza Vaccine 94.4%

In line with Arizona average

Arizona average: 94.6%

Short-stay resident measures

Above average Arizona avg: 4.2

Pneumococcal Vaccine 94.3%

In line with Arizona average

Arizona average: 91.5%

Antipsychotic medication increase 0.3%

73% better than Arizona average

Arizona average: 1.0%

Influenza Vaccine 91.7%

5% better than Arizona average

Arizona average: 87.3%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay 34.7%

41% worse than Arizona average

Arizona average: 24.6%

Emergency department visits 13.3%

24% worse than Arizona average

Arizona average: 10.7%

Falls with major injury 0.0%

100% better than Arizona average

Arizona average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge 54.9%

In line with Arizona average

Arizona average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community 60.3%

19% better than Arizona average

Arizona average: 50.6%

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

9% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 17 days

Private pay

74% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 20 days

Medicaid

18% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 3 - 4 months

Total residents 91

Medicare

4.4% of residents

Medicaid

53.8% of residents

Private pay or other

41.8% of residents

Programs & Services

Residents Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Financial Trends

Historical financial and operational data for Desert Blossom Health and Rehabilitation from 2011–2023, based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.

Occupancy Rate 83.7% ↓ 10.9pp vs 2022

Net Patient Income $2.4M ↑ ~$560.4K vs 2022

Payroll Costs $7.3M ↑ ~$1.2M vs 2022

Operating Margin 16.9% ↑ 2.7pp vs 2022

Metric	2011	2012	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Occupancy %	77.3%	66.6%	71.8%	67.0%	68.5%	71.6%	64.0%	86.3%	90.8%	89.5%	90.0%	94.6%	83.7%
Beds	106	106	106	106	106	106	106	88	88	88	88	88	106
Net Income	-$1,063,986	-$386,105	$611,988	$229,708	$105,579	-$344,185	-$38,216	$642,910	$1,034,504	$1,775,729	$2,127,387	$1,802,804	$2,357,102
Gross Revenue	$7,779,201	$8,681,147	$8,906,036	$8,559,916	$9,144,940	$10,194,424	$2,320,479	$7,877,791	$8,375,381	$8,163,698	$8,432,526	$10,431,898	$12,223,111
Operating Expenses	$7,603,201	$7,658,050	$7,759,939	$7,372,654	$7,725,933	$8,650,338	$2,469,336	$8,091,297	$8,832,368	$9,642,047	$9,692,691	$10,766,954	$11,547,133
Net Patient Income	-$1,088,539	-$403,634	$115,638	-$114,654	-$217,362	-$686,330	-$38,816	$618,771	$996,326	$1,765,806	$2,115,885	$1,791,183	$2,351,537
Net Patient Revenue	$6,514,662	$7,254,416	$7,875,577	$7,258,000	$7,508,571	$7,964,008	$2,430,520	$8,710,068	$9,828,694	$11,407,853	$11,808,576	$12,558,137	$13,898,670
Payroll Costs	$4,297,173	$4,458,102	$4,455,495	$4,296,934	$4,699,308	$5,207,187	$1,481,827	$4,857,942	$5,291,029	$5,930,713	$5,897,951	$6,089,478	$7,319,307
Operating Margin %	-16.7%	-5.6%	1.5%	-1.6%	-2.9%	-8.6%	-1.6%	7.1%	10.1%	15.5%	17.9%	14.3%	16.9%
Medicare %	8.0%	23.3%	24.0%	20.1%	21.4%	23.6%	11.2%	12.3%	10.8%	13.1%	9.7%	8.8%	4.4%
Medicaid %	71.4%	60.5%	64.1%	62.2%	63.8%	58.2%	66.7%	63.1%	62.3%	59.5%	51.9%	48.0%	50.4%
Private %	20.6%	16.2%	12.0%	17.7%	14.8%	18.1%	22.2%	24.6%	26.9%	27.5%	38.5%	43.1%	45.2%
Net Patient Revenue/Day	$218	$281	$283	$280	$283	$287	$294	$314	$337	$396	$409	$413	$429
Cost/Day	$254	$297	$279	$284	$292	$311	$299	$292	$303	$335	$335	$355	$357
Avg Length of Stay	94.3 days	55.0 days	56.7 days	64.7 days	50.4 days	54.1 days	44.0 days	35.8 days	35.0 days	31.9 days	27.6 days	29.2 days	37.2 days

Finances and operations

Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 12/2023.

Net patient revenue

$13.9M

Net patient income

$2.4M

Voluntary non-profit community Operated by a church.

Net patient revenue

$13.9M

Net patient income

$2.4M

Other income

$5.6K

Payroll costs

$7.3M 52.7% of net patient revenue

Other operating costs

$4.2M

Total costs

$11.5M

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily long-term care, limited rehab

Most residents stay long-term, while a smaller portion are admitted for short-term rehab.

Most new residents arrive under private pay (74% of admissions), and a typical private pay stay runs around 20 days.

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 9%

Private pay 74%

Medicaid 18%

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Medicare 8%

Private pay 73%

Medicaid 19%

7.2 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Mesa's city center to Desert Blossom Health and Rehabilitation's address, calculated via Google Maps. — 1.05 miles to nearest hospital (Banner Baywood Medical Center | Mesa, AZ | Baywood Ave.)

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Arizona Long Term Care System

ALTCS

Age 65+ or disabled

General 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).

Covers tribal members; rural outreach.

Benefits

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

Age 60+

General Arizona resident, at risk of institutionalization.

Income Limits ~$2,000/month individual, varies

Asset Limits $10,000 individual

Limited funding; waitlists common.

Benefits

Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week) Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Adult day care (~$60/day)

Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)

AZ WAP

Age 60+ priority

General Arizona resident, own/rent home, low-income.

Income Limits (2025) ~$2,510/month 200% of poverty level, individual

Asset Limits Not applicable; income-focused.

High demand in rural desert areas; limited annual funds.

Benefits

Insulation Weather stripping HVAC repairs (avg. $500-$1,000/year savings)

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly

AZ Section 202

Age 62+

General 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

Limited units; high demand in metro areas like Phoenix.

Benefits

Subsidized rent (30% of income, e.g., $300-$500/month) On-site services (housekeeping, transportation, ~$200/month value)

Arizona CARES Program

AZ CARES

Age —

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.

Focus on rural access; complements ALTCS respite.

Benefits

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

Age 60+ or disabled

General 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.

Targets those ineligible for ALTCS; prioritizes rural and tribal areas.

Benefits

Homemaker services (3-5 hours/week) Personal care (limited hours) Respite care (up to 10 days/year) Transportation (~5 trips/month)

What neighborhood is Desert Blossom Health and Rehabilitation in?

Desert Blossom Health and Rehabilitation is in the Buckhorn neighborhood of Mesa.

Who is the owner of Desert Blossom Health and Rehabilitation?

The legal owner and operator of Desert Blossom Health and Rehabilitation is Desert Blossom Health & Rehab Center.

Is Desert Blossom Health and Rehabilitation in a walkable area?

Desert Blossom Health and Rehabilitation has a walk score of 31. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.

What is the license number of Desert Blossom Health and Rehabilitation?

According to AZ state health department records, Desert Blossom Health and Rehabilitation's license number is NCI-2696.

When does Desert Blossom Health and Rehabilitation's license expire?

According to AZ state health department records, Desert Blossom Health and Rehabilitation's license expires on August 31, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Desert Blossom Health and Rehabilitation?

Desert Blossom Health and Rehabilitation's occupancy is 77%.

Who is the administrator of Desert Blossom Health and Rehabilitation?

David Bush is the administrator of Desert Blossom Health and Rehabilitation.

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Desert Blossom Health and Rehabilitation

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Inspection History

Inspection Scorecard This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Arizona state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.

Deficiencies Deficiencies are formal regulatory issues recorded during state inspections.

Inspections State inspections evaluate whether the facility meets health and safety standards.

Complaints & Investigations Complaints are formal concerns filed by residents, families, or staff. Investigations are on-site follow-ups.

Inspection Reports Summary An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.

Health Inspection History

Inspections since 2021

Breakdown of citation severity (last 5 years)

Citations history (last 5 years)

Staffing Data

Nursing staff breakdown

Registered Nurse

Licensed Practical Nurse

Certified Nursing Assistant

Contractor staffing

Staff by category

54 Certified Nursing Assistant

27 Licensed Practical Nurse

14 Registered Nurse

12 Dental Services Staff

5 Clinical Nurse Specialist

4 Speech Language Pathologist

3 Respiratory Therapy Technician

6 Physical Therapy Aide

5 Other Dietary Services Staff

4 Physical Therapy Assistant

1 Nurse Aide in Training

1 Nurse Practitioner

1 Administrator

2 Qualified Social Worker

1 Dietitian

1 Occupational Therapy Aide

1 RN Director of Nursing

Penalties and fines

Fines amount comparison

Fines amount comparison

Penalty History

Quality of care over time

Long-stay resident measures

Short-stay resident measures

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

Private pay

Medicaid

Facility Characteristics

Programs & Services

Residents Group

Active Resident Council

Financial Trends

Financial Performance

Payroll & Labor Costs

Payer Mix (percentage)

Finances and operations

Who this home usually serves

Primarily long-term care, limited rehab

Admissions

Discharges

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Financial Assistance for Nursing Home in Arizona

Arizona Long Term Care System

Non-Medical Home and Community Based Services

Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)

Section 202 Supportive Housing for the Elderly

Arizona CARES Program

AZ DES Non-Medical Home and Community Based Services (HCBS)

Financial Assistance for
Nursing Home in Arizona