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Total health inspections
9
Arizona average 6.3
Last Health inspection on Sep 2025
Primarily short stays
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
Life Care Center of Tucson
Nursing Home
Life Care Center of Tucson
Nursing Home
Overview of Life Care Center of Tucson
Nestled amidst the majestic mountains of Tucson, Arizona, lies the exquisite Life Care Center of Tucson – a haven of vibrant culture and compassionate people. With round-the-clock admissions, comprehensive case management, medication management, social services, wound care, and a myriad of other services provided by skilled health professionals, everyone’s healing journey gets easier through time.
The home creates an enriching and uplifting environment for its residents. From a certified dietitian who ensures nutritional needs are met, to a salon and barbershop where residents can pamper themselves, to state-of-the-art fire safety systems that provide peace of mind, a well-stocked library for leisurely reading, and meticulously landscaped grounds that invite seniors to revel in nature’s splendor, Life Care Center of Tucson surely elevates every senior living experience.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Nursing care per resident
Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
Staffing hours breakdown
Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse hours per resident per day.
Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse hours per resident per day.
Nurse Aide
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Total Nursing (Weekend)
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Physical Therapist
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
RN (Weekend)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
162
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
47.8%
Residents per day (avg)
71
Occupancy rate
47.8%
Residents per day (avg)
71
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery
Temporary care
Transitional stays
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
18% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
22 days
Private pay
69% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
17 days
Medicaid
12% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
6 - 7 months
Finances and operations
Proprietary home
Other
Home revenue
$12.3M
Operating loss
-$256.1K
Proprietary home
Other
Home revenue
$12,312,414.00
Operating loss
$-256,064.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$5.7M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$6.8M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$12.6M
162-bed community
A large-scale community that may provide a wide range of amenities, services, and structured programs.
Walk Score: 43 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
License Status
ActiveFacility Type
Nursing Care Institution
License Expiration
January 31, 2026
Additional licensing details
License number:
NCI-2721
CMS Certification Number:
35140
Qualification:
Health Care
Ownership & operating entity
Life Care Center of Tucson is legally operated by Life Care Center Of Tucson, and administrated by CAYLOR COX.
Nonprofit ownership:
No
Safety & Compliance
Safety Features:
24-hour security and fire safety systems.
Staffing
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Leadership
Contact:
Ms. Didi Ramone, Executive Director
CNA Training Program
Care Services
Alzheimer's Certification
Mild Alzheimer's Level
Moderate Alzheimer's Level
Severe Alzheimer's Level
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
All Levels of Care
Additional Policies & Features
Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC)
Amenities & Lifestyle
Programs & Activities
Activities
Daily activity schedule available.
Specific Programs
Skilled Nursing, Rehabilitation, Alzheimer's & Dementia Care, Independent & Assisted Living
Religious Services
Yes
Dining & Nutrition
Food Description
Fine dining program with a certified dietitian.
Inspection History
In Arizona, the Department of Health Services, Bureau of Long Term Care Licensing performs regular onsite inspections and investigates complaints for all licensed residential and nursing facilities.
19 visits/inspections
16 complaint inspections
16 complaints
Formal expressions of dissatisfaction or concern made by residents, or their families regarding various aspects of the care, services, and environment provided.
Latest inspection
Date:March 26, 2025
Type:Complaint
Results:No deficiencies
74 violations
Violations indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
67 deficiencies
Deficiencies indicate regulatory issues. A higher number implies the facility had several areas requiring improvement.
Inspection Report Summary for Life Care Center of Tucson
Most inspections found multiple deficiencies across areas such as resident rights, safe environment, emergency preparedness, medication management, and staff training. Several complaint investigations substantiated abuse and neglect issues, including failure to assist residents properly and physical abuse by staff. The most recent report from March 26, 2025, continued to identify deficiencies but did not list any fines or enforcement actions. Many issues involved environmental safety hazards, emergency power failures, and incomplete staff training, while medication errors and care plan shortcomings were also noted. There is no clear pattern of improvement or decline, as serious concerns have persisted throughout the inspection period.
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The information below is reported by the Arizona Department of Health Services, Bureau of Long Term Care Licensing.
Mountain View Care Center
-45%
-20%
+17%
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Tucson (La Canada Estates)
120
No
-
19
MONTION, MARIA
85.3%
$11,941,314.00
$5,948,295.00
49.8%
98.60
3.2410
38
2
-45%-20%+17%
Haven Health Saguaro Valley
-68%
-28%
+9%
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Tucson (St. Joseph's Hospital)
112
No
-
31
LINNANE, THERESA
79.2%
$18,022,136.00
$4,820,026.00
26.7%
90.40
2.9100
21
2
-68%-28%+9%
Casas Adobes Post Acute Rehabilitation Center
+7%
+13%
-12%
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Tucson
224
No
A+
36
EAGAR, ROBERT
64.1%
$20,166,156.00
$9,937,796.00
49.3%
159.70
4.6074
27
-
+7%+13%-12%
Devon Gables
+6%
+2%
-21%
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
AZ 85712 (Rose Hill)
334
No
-
58
FRIEBUS, HEATHER
57.7%
$23,286,200.00
$11,253,167.00
48.3%
179.10
4.1303
20
1
+6%+2%-21%
Life Care Center of Tucson
+39%
-1%
-34%
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Tucson
162
No
-
43
BELL, CODY
47.8%
$12,205,296.00
$5,737,163.00
47%
71.40
4.0210
49
-
+39%-1%-34%
Mountain View Care Center
Type of care:
AL
SNF
Community:
Tucson (La Canada Estates)
Bed Count:
120
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
MONTION, MARIA
CCN:
35232
Occupancy:
85.3%
Home Revenue:
$11,941,314.00
Payroll Costs:
$5,948,295.00
Payroll %:
49.8%
Avg Residents/Day:
98.60
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.2410
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
38
Severe Citations:
2
RN share vs State Avg:
-45%
-45%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-20%
-20%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+17%
+17%
Haven Health Saguaro Valley
Type of care:
AL
SNF
Community:
Tucson (St. Joseph's Hospital)
Bed Count:
112
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
LINNANE, THERESA
CCN:
35085
Occupancy:
79.2%
Home Revenue:
$18,022,136.00
Payroll Costs:
$4,820,026.00
Payroll %:
26.7%
Avg Residents/Day:
90.40
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
2.9100
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
21
Severe Citations:
2
RN share vs State Avg:
-68%
-68%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-28%
-28%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+9%
+9%
Casas Adobes Post Acute Rehabilitation Center
Type of care:
AL
SNF
Community:
Tucson
Bed Count:
224
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
EAGAR, ROBERT
CCN:
35070
Occupancy:
64.1%
Home Revenue:
$20,166,156.00
Payroll Costs:
$9,937,796.00
Payroll %:
49.3%
Avg Residents/Day:
159.70
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.6074
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
27
RN share vs State Avg:
+7%
+7%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+13%
+13%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-12%
-12%
Devon Gables
Type of care:
AL
SNF
Community:
AZ 85712 (Rose Hill)
Bed Count:
334
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
FRIEBUS, HEATHER
CCN:
35145
Occupancy:
57.7%
Home Revenue:
$23,286,200.00
Payroll Costs:
$11,253,167.00
Payroll %:
48.3%
Avg Residents/Day:
179.10
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.1303
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
20
Severe Citations:
1
RN share vs State Avg:
+6%
+6%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+2%
+2%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-21%
-21%
Life Care Center of Tucson
Type of care:
AL
SNF
Community:
Tucson
Bed Count:
162
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
BELL, CODY
CCN:
35140
Occupancy:
47.8%
Home Revenue:
$12,205,296.00
Payroll Costs:
$5,737,163.00
Payroll %:
47%
Avg Residents/Day:
71.40
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.0210
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
49
RN share vs State Avg:
+39%
+39%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-1%
-1%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-34%
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5.1 miles from city center — 0.25 miles to nearest hospital (Northwest Medical Center)
6211 N La Cholla Blvd, Tucson, AZ 85741
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
114
Total Staff
107
Employees
7
Contractors
31,251
Total Hours (Quarter)
42
Avg Staff/Day
8.2
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 16 | 9.3 | Yes |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 24 | 9.3 | Yes |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 46 | 8.5 | No |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
89 staff
8.7hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
3 staff
8hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
15 staff
6.3hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
2 staff
5hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
2 staff
6.9hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
2 staff
7hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
0.4%
of total hours from contractors
129 contractor hours this quarter
Licensed Practical Nurse: 1
Registered Nurse: 3
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 1
Other Physician: 1
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 46 | 0 | 46 | 14,548 | 91 | 100% | 8.5 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 23 | 1 | 24 | 6,695 | 91 | 100% | 9.3 |
| Registered Nurse | 13 | 3 | 16 | 2,985 | 91 | 100% | 9.3 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,164 | 76 | 84% | 7.2 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,068 | 69 | 76% | 6.6 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 788 | 82 | 90% | 6 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 488 | 61 | 67% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 488 | 64 | 70% | 7.6 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 480 | 60 | 66% | 8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 458 | 66 | 73% | 6.9 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 432 | 54 | 59% | 8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 415 | 60 | 66% | 6.9 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 304 | 59 | 65% | 5 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 230 | 38 | 42% | 6 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 4 | 1 | 5 | 105 | 33 | 36% | 3 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 1 | 1 | 51 | 4 | 4% | 12.6 |
| Other Physician | 0 | 1 | 1 | 29 | 3 | 3% | 9.5 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 1 | 0 | 1 | 4 | 1 | 1% | 3.9 |
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
49
Citations per inspection
5.44
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
38 of 49 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 11 of 49 resulted from complaint investigations.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than Arizona averageArizona average: 0.1
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than Arizona averageArizona average: 0.6
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
48 moderate citations
1 minor citation
Citations history (last 3 years)
Quality of Care moderate citation
Sep 18, 2025
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Aug 15, 2025
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Aug 15, 2025
Corrected
Administration moderate citation
Jul 17, 2024
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: For-Profit Corporation
Part of: Life Care Center of America
Resident Census by Payment Source
58
Total Residents
Medicare
2
(3.4%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
43
(74.1%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
13
(22.4%)
ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
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
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
8.9
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
8.9
17% worse than Arizona averageArizona average: 7.6
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
18.1
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
18.1
12% worse than Arizona averageArizona average: 16.1
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
13.7%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
13.7%
22% worse than Arizona averageArizona average: 11.2%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
17.8%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
17.8%
12% worse than Arizona averageArizona average: 15.8%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
22.7%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
22.7%
9% worse than Arizona averageArizona average: 20.8%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
0.5%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
0.5%
74% better than Arizona averageArizona average: 2.1%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
7.4%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
7.4%
46% worse than Arizona averageArizona average: 5.1%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
2.2%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
2.2%
63% worse than Arizona averageArizona average: 1.3%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
5.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
5.0%
8% better than Arizona averageArizona average: 5.4%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
9.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
9.6%
114% worse than Arizona averageArizona average: 4.5%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
10.8%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
10.8%
5% worse than Arizona averageArizona average: 10.3%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.9%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.9%
In line with Arizona averageArizona average: 97.2%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
97.9%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
97.9%
In line with Arizona averageArizona average: 94.6%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
96.2%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
96.2%
5% better than Arizona averageArizona average: 91.5%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.6%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.6%
54% worse than Arizona averageArizona average: 1.0%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
91.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
91.0%
In line with Arizona averageArizona average: 87.3%
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
33.6%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
33.6%
37% worse than Arizona averageArizona average: 24.6%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
12.3%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
12.3%
15% worse than Arizona averageArizona average: 10.7%
Falls with major injury
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
100% better than Arizona averageArizona average: 0.8%
Ability to care for self at discharge
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
40.9%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
40.9%
24% worse than Arizona averageArizona average: 53.7%
Successful return to home or community
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
60.4%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
60.4%
19% better than Arizona averageArizona average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Life Care Center of Tucson based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
47.8%
↓ 6.0pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$256,064
↑ ~$207K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$6,764,001
↓ ~$739K vs 2022
Profit Margin
-2.1%
↑ 1.3pp vs 2022
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