ManorCare Health Services-Palm Desert

Nursing Home
Overview of Manorcare Health Services-Palm Desert

Manorcare Health Services-Palm Desert, situated in the peaceful city of Palm Desert, CA, blends lively living with exceptional care. Offering independent living, skilled nursing, respite care, and rehabilitation, this community is dedicated to improving residents’ quality of life with compassionate, individualized support. The team conducts thorough assessments to tailor care to each resident’s specific needs, fostering a warm and supportive environment. Residents can choose from well-designed, comfortable apartments that provide both relaxation and personal space.

The community features top-tier amenities such as fitness centers and stretching classes to encourage wellness and an active lifestyle. Thoughtfully arranged social areas and engaging activities ensure that every day is filled with meaningful experiences and happiness. Every aspect of Manorcare Health Services-Palm Desert is designed to inspire, uplift, and celebrate the joy of life.

(760) 585-1168

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
2/5
California average: 3.1/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
1/5
California average: 2.8/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
1/5
California average: 3.1/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
5/5
California average: 4.1/5

Nursing care per resident

Info Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
3h 43m per day

This home provides 12% less nursing time per resident than the state average.

California average: 4h 13m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 145

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the California average
Occupancy rate 56.6%
Residents per day (avg) 164
Occupancy rate
56.6%
Residents per day (avg)
164

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Primarily short stays

Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.

Might be optimal for
Post-acute recovery Temporary care Transitional stays

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

13% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 23 days

Private pay

78% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Medicaid

9% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 6 - 7 months

Finances and operations

Voluntary non-profit home
Other
Home revenue
$24.5M
Operating deficit
-$2.6M
Voluntary non-profit home Other
Home revenue
$24,460,950.00
Operating deficit
$-2,568,220.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$8.2M
33.5% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$18.8M
Total costs $27.0M
Bed community size
145-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Years in operation
20 years in operation
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 19 / 100
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.

About this community

Occupancy Rate
77%
Occupied Beds
111 of 145
Percentage of available beds currently in use by residents.
License Status
LICENSED
Facility Type
RESIDENTIAL CARE ELDERLY
License Date
August 16, 2005

Additional licensing details

County: RIVERSIDE

Ownership & operating entity

ManorCare Health Services-Palm Desert is legally operated by BLC MIRAGE INN LP.

What does this home offer?

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Accept Medicaid: Yes, Accept

Total residents icon
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Total Residents: 178 Residents

Pets allowed icon
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Pets Allowed: Yes, Pets Allowed

Housing options icon
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Housing Options: Private / Semi-Private Rooms

Building type icon
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Building Type: Single-story

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Fitness and Recreation

Types of Care at ManorCare Health Services-Palm Desert

Independent Living Skilled Nursing
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Inspection History

In California, the Department of Social Services (for assisted living facilities) and the Department of Public Health (for nursing homes) conduct inspections to ensure resident safety and regulatory compliance.

8 visits

Breakdown by visit type

6 total complaint visits

2 other visits Info Other visits include regulatory visits that are not routine inspections or complaint investigations, such as administrative check-ins, follow-up reviews, or licensing-related visits.

6 complaint investigations

Investigations can have many visits.

4 official inspections

0 serious citations

A violation that poses an immediate risk to resident health or safety, or represents a substantial failure to comply with licensing requirements.

0 moderate citations

A violation that does not pose an immediate risk to resident health or safety but requires correction to remain in compliance.

Latest inspection

Date:August 30, 2024
Type:Annual Inspection

Inspection Report Summary for ManorCare Health Services-Palm Desert

Most inspections found no deficiencies, including the most recent annual inspection on August 30, 2024, which was fully compliant with all regulations. Several complaint investigations over the past few years alleged issues such as staff misconduct, pressure injuries, and response times, but all were unsubstantiated after thorough reviews. The facility consistently met infection control standards and maintained a safe, clean environment. No fines, enforcement actions, or severe deficiencies were reported in any of the available inspections. This record suggests stable compliance with regulatory requirements and no emerging patterns of concern.

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The information below is reported by the California Department of Social Services and Department of Public Health.
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AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

IL

Independent Living For self-sufficient seniors seeking community and minimal assistance.

MC

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SNF

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Address 3.2 miles from city center

Address 74-350 Country Club Dr, Palm Desert, CA 92260

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

369
Total Staff
214
Employees
155
Contractors
74,288
Total Hours (Quarter)
101
Avg Staff/Day
8.1
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse127.9 Yes
Licensed Practical Nurse908.1 Yes
Certified Nursing Assistant2338.2 Yes
Staff by Category
Administration
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
338 staff
8.2hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
2 staff
7hs shift avg
Therapy Services
16 staff
7.6hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
1 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Social Services
3 staff
7.7hs shift avg
Dietary Services
5 staff
7.4hs shift avg
Other Services
3 staff
8.1hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
4%
of total hours from contractors
2,977 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 126 Licensed Practical Nurse: 26 Registered Nurse: 3
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant10712623336,19691100%8.2
Licensed Practical Nurse64269021,84991100%8.1
Registered Nurse93123,02391100%7.9
Physical Therapy Aide5051,9098998%7.3
Speech Language Pathologist4041,7928695%7.8
RN Director of Nursing3031,6567077%8.4
Other Dietary Services Staff4041,63691100%7.3
Physical Therapy Assistant3031,1657987%8
Dental Services Staff3031,0406470%8.1
Qualified Social Worker3038746571%7.7
Respiratory Therapy Technician4048737380%7.4
Qualified Activities Professional1015376976%7.8
Administrator1015126470%8
Dietitian1014836470%7.5
Nurse Practitioner1014645864%8
Clinical Nurse Specialist1012814954%5.7

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 37

California average 12.5


Last Health inspection on Aug 2025

Total health citations 121
Citations per inspection
3.27

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

62 of 121 citations resulted from standard inspections; 57 of 121 resulted from complaint investigations; and 2 of 121 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

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

California average: 0.4


Serious Health citations More info 3
200% worse than California average

California average: 1

0 critical citations More info California average: 0.4

3 serious citations More info California average: 1

118 moderate citations More info California average: 47.2

0 minor citations More info California average: 1.5
Citations history (last 3 years)
Care Planning moderate citation Aug 27, 2025
Corrected

Resident Rights moderate citation Aug 27, 2025
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Jun 25, 2025
Corrected

Infection Control moderate citation Jun 25, 2025
Corrected

Facility Characteristics

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

Ownership: For-Profit LLC
Resident Census by Payment Source
165 Total Residents
Medicare 16 (9.7%)
Medicaid 120 (72.7%)
Private Pay/Other 29 (17.6%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Family Engagement

Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.

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. 3.2
52% better than California average

California average: 6.6

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 5.5
51% better than California average

California average: 11.3

Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 3.1%
72% better than California average

California average: 11.1%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 4.9%
59% better than California average

California average: 12.0%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 8.6%
24% better than California average

California average: 11.3%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 2.0%
17% worse than California average

California average: 1.7%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 4.5%
9% better than California average

California average: 5.0%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.2%
82% better than California average

California average: 1.2%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 1.6%
62% better than California average

California average: 4.2%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 4.3%
36% better than California average

California average: 6.7%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 14.3%
42% worse than California average

California average: 10.1%

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

California average: 98.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 100.0%
In line with California average

California average: 98.2%

Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 98.2%
5% better than California average

California average: 94.0%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.4%
73% better than California average

California average: 1.5%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 95.7%
In line with California average

California average: 93.2%

Penalties and fines

Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.

Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total fines amount $74K
36% higher than California average

California average: $55K

Number of fines 2
15% fewer fines than California average

California average: 2.4

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 1
102% more payment denials than California average

California average: 0.5

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $74K
California average $55K
Penalty History

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

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. May 16, 2024
$17K
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Jan 12, 2024
$58K
Payment Denial Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. Jan 12, 2024
75 days

Last updated: Jan 2026

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MSSP (Medi-Cal Waiver)

Age 65+, California resident, Medi-Cal eligible, nursing home risk.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

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In-Home Supportive Services (IHSS)

California IHSS

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~$1,732/month (individual, Medi-Cal threshold).

$2,000 (individual).

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CA MSSP

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~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual).

Available in 38 counties; waitlists common.

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~$51,500/year (household, adjusted annually).

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Assisted Living Waiver (ALW)

CA ALW

Age 65+ or disabled, California resident, Medi-Cal-eligible, nursing home-eligible.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual).

Available in 15 counties (e.g., LA, Sacramento); waitlists common.

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CA CARES

Caregivers of California residents 60+ needing help with 3+ daily activities; no caregiver age limit.

No strict limit; cost-sharing above ~$2,500/month threshold.

Not applicable; need-based.

High demand in urban areas; complements IHSS respite.

Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)

CA LIHEAP

Age 60+ priority, California resident, low-income, utility/heating need.

~$2,510/month (200% of poverty level, individual).

Not applicable; income-focused.

High demand in inland/coastal extremes; weatherization capped at $5,000/home.

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