Desert Peak Care Center

Nursing Home, Memory Care & Nursing Care · Phoenix, AZ

CMS overall rating

8825 S 7Th St, Phoenix, AZ 85042 View map

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Desert Peak Care Center accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

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Desert Peak Care Center accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

Overview of Desert Peak Care Center

Enjoy the warmth of Phoenix, AZ with Desert Peak Care Center, an astounding community that offers long-term care, acuity behavior care, dementia care, behavioral health counseling. Featuring specially designed accommodations in variations of private and semi-private rooms, residents have plenty of choices that match their preferences for the utmost comfort and safety. A compassionate and highly trained team attends to residents’ daily living activities and personal needs.

Have fun and live actively with a full calendar of dedicated activities tailored to your leisure and wellness. Scheduled transportation, visiting physicians, and a comfortable dayroom are also available to meet residents’ healthcare needs. Indulge in healthy and delicious meals catering to dietary needs and preferences. The community is great for those who need supplementary care to live the finest retirement experience.

(602) 243-6121 info@desertpeakcc.com

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

5h 38m per day

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

vs Arizona avg

+39%

3 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric Nurse Aide is +19% 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.	23m per day	▼ 46% 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.	1h 11m per day	▲ 12% 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.	2h 49m 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.	4h 2m per day	▲ 11% 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.	1m per day	▼ 87% 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.	21m per day	▼ 32% State avg: 31m per day · National avg: 29m per day

Capacity and availability

248 days

194-bed community

A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.

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

67%

Lower than the Arizona average: 72.7%

Occupied beds

130 / 194

Average occupied beds in Arizona homes 84 beds

Facility TypeNursing Care Institution

StatusActive

ExpirationMay 31, 2026 Expired

License NumberNCI-2659

CMS Certification Number35175

QualificationHealth Care

Desert Peak Care Center is legally operated by Desert Peak Care Center, and administered by Terry Speth.

OwnerPHOENIX AZ OPCO LLC

Secured Perimeter

Rehabilitation Services

24-Hour Staffing

Secure Building

Outside Patio

Comfortable Dayroom

Dedicated Staff

Semi-Private & Private Rooms

Scheduled Transportation

Wholesome Menu

Accommodated Special Diets

On-Site Providers

ActivitiesYes

Specific ProgramsBehavioral Health Services, Other Services & Amenities

Food DescriptionEach unit features its own dining room, where three delicious and nutritious meals are served.

Since 2023 · 3 years of data 77 deficiencies 23 complaints 26 inspections

Inspection Score

22 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 2023 vs. Arizona state average

Overall vs. AZ average

Latest Inspection March 18, 2025 Complaint 3 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.	77	9	This facility has 756% more total deficiencies than a typical Arizona nursing home (77 vs. AZ avg 9).↑ 756% worse Rank #498 / 500 Total deficiencies — State benchmarked This home is ranked 498th 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 2023.	25.7	3	This facility has 757% more deficiencies per year than a typical Arizona nursing home (25.7 vs. AZ avg 3).↑ 757% worse
Deficiencies per inspection Average deficiencies per inspection.	3	1.8	This facility has 67% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Arizona nursing home (3 vs. AZ avg 1.8).↑ 67% worse Rank #430 / 500 Deficiencies per inspection — State benchmarked This home is ranked 430th 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.	4	0.9	This facility has 344% more enforcement actions than a typical Arizona nursing home (4 vs. AZ avg 0.9).↑ 344% worse

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.	26	5	This facility has 420% more total inspections than a typical Arizona nursing home (26 vs. AZ avg 5).↑ 420% 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.	23	6	This facility has 283% more total complaints than a typical Arizona nursing home (23 vs. AZ avg 6).↑ 283% worse Rank #493 / 500 Total complaints — State benchmarked This home is ranked 493rd 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 2023.	7.7	2	This facility has 285% more complaints per year than a typical Arizona nursing home (7.7 vs. AZ avg 2).↑ 285% worse

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

December 23, 2025 complaint investigation substantiated failure to protect residents from physical abuse by other residents, resulting in bruises and harm, with resident-to-resident abuse repeatedly documented.
Multiple November 2025 investigations found failures to protect residents from abuse and to provide internal incident reports, impeding state investigations and showing ongoing systemic issues.
January 23, 2025 Medicare recertification cited 5 deficiencies related to emergency preparedness, corridor doors, smoke barriers, utilities, and electrical systems, but the plan of correction was accepted.

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Inspections since 2023

Total health inspections 15

Arizona average 6.3

Last Health inspection on Jun 2025

Total health citations

Arizona average 23.2

Citations per inspection

2.53

Arizona average 3.82

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

18 of 38 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 20 of 38 resulted from complaint investigations.

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)

Critical health citations

100% better than Arizona average

Arizona average: 0.1

Serious health citations

733% worse than Arizona average

Arizona average: 0.6

0 critical citations Arizona average: 0.1

5 serious citations Arizona average: 0.6

33 moderate citations Arizona average: 22.3

0 minor citations Arizona average: 0.2

Citations history (last 3 years)

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Jun 25, 2025

Corrected

Quality of Care serious citation Apr 14, 2025

Corrected

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Apr 01, 2025

Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Mar 18, 2025

Corrected

Total staff 220

Employees 220

Contractors 0

Staff to resident ratio 1.71 : 1

5% fewer staff per resident than Arizona average

Avg staff/day 85

Average shift 8.5 hours

0% compared with Arizona average

Total staff hours (quarter) 66,327

Nursing staff breakdown

10.5 hours

9.7 hours

121

8.3 hours

Contractor staffing

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

Staff by category


Certified Nursing Assistant	121	121	37,794	92	100%	8.3
Licensed Practical Nurse	45	45	13,873	92	100%	9.7
Other Dietary Services Staff	14	14	4,168	92	100%	7.6
Registered Nurse	17	17	3,726	92	100%	10.5
RN Director of Nursing	4	4	1,924	67	73%	8.7
Dietitian	2	2	989	65	71%	8
Clinical Nurse Specialist	2	2	932	66	72%	8.8
Dental Services Staff	2	2	785	62	67%	7.9
Administrator	1	1	512	64	70%	8
Mental Health Service Worker	1	1	512	64	70%	8
Nurse Practitioner	1	1	504	63	68%	8
Physical Therapy Assistant	3	3	194	42	46%	4.1
Respiratory Therapy Technician	3	3	179	44	48%	3.9
Qualified Social Worker	3	3	144	37	40%	3.7
Speech Language Pathologist	1	1	90	25	27%	3.6

121 Certified Nursing Assistant

% of Days 100%

45 Licensed Practical Nurse

% of Days 100%

14 Other Dietary Services Staff

% of Days 100%

17 Registered Nurse

% of Days 100%

4 RN Director of Nursing

% of Days 73%

2 Dietitian

% of Days 71%

2 Clinical Nurse Specialist

% of Days 72%

2 Dental Services Staff

% of Days 67%

1 Administrator

% of Days 70%

1 Mental Health Service Worker

% of Days 70%

1 Nurse Practitioner

% of Days 68%

3 Physical Therapy Assistant

% of Days 46%

3 Respiratory Therapy Technician

% of Days 48%

3 Qualified Social Worker

% of Days 40%

1 Speech Language Pathologist

% of Days 27%

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Total fines amount $152K

401% higher than Arizona average

Arizona average: $30K

Number of fines 3

79% more fines than Arizona average

Arizona average: 1.7

Payment Denials 2

1500% more payment denials than Arizona average

Arizona average: 0.1

Fines amount comparison

This facility $152K

Arizona average $30K

Penalty History

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

3 penalties in the past 3 years

Multiple penalties were reported in the last 3 years.

Civil Money Penalty Jan 10, 2025

$27K

Payment Denial Jan 10, 2025

43 days

Civil Money Penalty Jul 1, 2024

$38K

Last updated: Jan 2026

High-risk clinical events score 8.4

11% worse than Arizona average

Arizona average: 7.6

Functional decline score 13.8

14% better than Arizona average

Arizona average: 16.1

Long-stay resident measures

Above average Arizona avg: 3.8

Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased 11.5%

In line with Arizona average

Arizona average: 11.2%

Walking Ability Worsened 15.9%

In line with Arizona average

Arizona average: 15.8%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence 13.9%

33% better than Arizona average

Arizona average: 20.8%

Falls with Major Injury 2.6%

25% worse than Arizona average

Arizona average: 2.1%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers 5.7%

13% worse than Arizona average

Arizona average: 5.1%

Urinary Tract Infection 0.8%

44% better than Arizona average

Arizona average: 1.3%

Lost Too Much Weight 6.5%

19% worse than Arizona average

Arizona average: 5.4%

Depressive Symptoms 0.7%

86% better than Arizona average

Arizona average: 4.5%

Antipsychotic Use 47.7%

365% worse than Arizona average

Arizona average: 10.3%

Pneumococcal Vaccine 99.1%

In line with Arizona average

Arizona average: 97.2%

Influenza Vaccine 98.6%

In line with Arizona average

Arizona average: 94.6%

Short-stay resident measures

Pneumococcal Vaccine 94.2%

In line with Arizona average

Arizona average: 91.5%

Antipsychotic medication increase 7.3%

619% worse than Arizona average

Arizona average: 1.0%

Influenza Vaccine 93.1%

7% better than Arizona average

Arizona average: 87.3%

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

1% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 18 days

Private pay

44% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 3 - 4 months

Medicaid

54% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 11 - 12 months

Total residents 129

Medicaid

108

83.7% of residents

Private pay or other

16.3% 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 Peak Care Center from 2011–2023, based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.

Occupancy Rate 66.5% ↑ 0.0pp vs 2022

Net Patient Income $2.5M ↑ ~$1.5M vs 2022

Payroll Costs $7.6M ↑ ~$4.6M vs 2022

Operating Margin 13.1% ↑ 3.6pp vs 2022

Metric	2011	2012	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Occupancy %	76.5%	76.7%	76.3%	76.0%	75.5%	75.5%	73.9%	76.5%	71.0%	66.0%	64.9%	66.5%	66.5%
Beds	194	194	194	194	194	194	194	194	194	194	194	194	194
Net Income	$416,561	$1,344,051	$1,595,294	$1,871,110	$2,088,855	$2,966,156	$2,153,490	$2,828,164	$1,466,575	$2,548,025	$1,422,111	$1,018,094	$2,592,780
Gross Revenue	$13,990,908	$14,661,158	$15,295,637	$16,154,267	$16,431,693	$17,605,550	$17,477,399	$18,648,589	$17,533,579	$17,349,742	$16,658,641	$10,711,175	$19,802,131
Operating Expenses	$12,888,238	$12,723,640	$13,098,089	$13,562,498	$13,621,186	$13,735,193	$14,461,491	$15,029,577	$14,937,291	$14,879,850	$15,612,122	$9,596,343	$16,906,458
Net Patient Income	$375,494	$1,294,803	$1,546,367	$1,853,001	$2,041,542	$3,004,376	$1,965,143	$2,249,274	$1,440,581	$1,281,204	$406,608	$1,012,184	$2,549,224
Net Patient Revenue	$13,263,732	$14,018,443	$14,644,456	$15,415,499	$15,662,728	$16,739,569	$16,426,634	$17,278,851	$16,377,872	$16,161,054	$16,018,730	$10,608,527	$19,455,682
Payroll Costs	$9,270,354	$9,145,104	$9,479,605	$9,310,028	$9,659,063	$9,252,574	$9,495,849	$9,927,629	$9,966,552	$8,926,050	$7,015,134	$3,055,135	$7,635,760
Operating Margin %	2.8%	9.2%	10.6%	12.0%	13.0%	18.0%	12.0%	13.0%	8.8%	7.9%	2.5%	9.5%	13.1%
Medicare %	0.1%	0.2%	0.1%	0.0%	0.0%	0.1%	0.0%	0.0%	0.1%	0.2%	0.4%	0.3%	0.1%
Medicaid %	98.9%	98.7%	99.0%	98.6%	98.8%	98.5%	96.6%	92.0%	89.7%	85.6%	80.7%	83.4%	79.3%
Private %	1.0%	1.2%	0.9%	1.4%	1.2%	1.5%	3.4%	8.0%	10.1%	14.2%	18.9%	16.3%	20.6%
Net Patient Revenue/Day	$245	$258	$271	$286	$293	$312	$314	$319	$326	$345	$348	$384	$413
Cost/Day	$238	$234	$243	$252	$255	$256	$276	$277	$297	$318	$340	$348	$359
Avg Length of Stay	833.2 days	877.8 days	794.0 days	1,076.3 days	1,215.7 days	1,218.5 days	569.0 days	395.5 days	290.4 days	363.3 days	280.3 days	233.6 days	248.0 days

Finances and operations

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

Net patient revenue

$19.5M

Net patient income

$2.5M

Voluntary non-profit community Operated by a church.

Net patient revenue

$19.5M

Net patient income

$2.5M

Other income

$43.6K

Payroll costs

$7.6M 39.2% of net patient revenue

Other operating costs

$9.3M

Total costs

$16.9M

What does this home offer?

Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms

Building Type: Single-story

Security Systems

Transportation Services

Recreational Activities

Exercise Programs

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly long-term care residents

Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.

Most new residents arrive under Medicaid (54% of admissions), and a typical Medicaid stay runs around 11 - 12 months.

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 1%

Private pay 44%

Medicaid 54%

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Private pay 36%

Medicaid 64%

6.4 miles from city center Estimated distance in miles from Phoenix's city center to Desert Peak Care Center's address, calculated via Google Maps.

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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 Peak Care Center in?

Desert Peak Care Center is in the South Mountain Village neighborhood of Phoenix.

Who is the owner of Desert Peak Care Center?

The legal owner and operator of Desert Peak Care Center is Phoenix Az Opco Llc.

Is Desert Peak Care Center in a walkable area?

Desert Peak Care Center 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 Peak Care Center?

According to AZ state health department records, Desert Peak Care Center's license number is NCI-2659.

When does Desert Peak Care Center's license expire?

According to AZ state health department records, Desert Peak Care Center's license expires on May 31, 2026.

What is the occupancy rate at Desert Peak Care Center?

Desert Peak Care Center's occupancy is 67%.

Who is the administrator of Desert Peak Care Center?

Terry Speth is the administrator of Desert Peak Care Center.

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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 2023

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)

Citations history (last 3 years)

Staffing Data

Nursing staff breakdown

Registered Nurse

Licensed Practical Nurse

Certified Nursing Assistant

Contractor staffing

Staff by category

121 Certified Nursing Assistant

45 Licensed Practical Nurse

14 Other Dietary Services Staff

17 Registered Nurse

4 RN Director of Nursing

2 Dietitian

2 Clinical Nurse Specialist

2 Dental Services Staff

1 Administrator

1 Mental Health Service Worker

1 Nurse Practitioner

3 Physical Therapy Assistant

3 Respiratory Therapy Technician

3 Qualified Social Worker

1 Speech Language Pathologist

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

What does this home offer?

Who this home usually serves

Mostly long-term care residents

Admissions

Discharges

Places of interest near Desert Peak Care Center

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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

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