Tucson, AZ

Sandstone Estates Rehab Centre

2-star overall rating with 1-star inspections with 13 recent health deficiencies with 2 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle

2040 North Wilmot Road, Tucson, AZ

(520) 300-6115

Compare this facility

Overall

2 / 5

CMS overall stars

Health inspections

1 / 5

Survey and complaint cycles

Staffing

3 / 5

RN + nurse staffing

Quality measures

5 / 5

Resident outcomes and process measures

Quick facts

Facility snapshot

Beds

103

Certified beds

Average residents

68

Average occupied residents

Ownership

For-Profit

Publicly displayed owner type

Chain

Sandstone Healthcare Group

Operator or chain grouping

Approved since

2017-02-21

CMS approved date

Coverage

Medicare

Participation flags

Staffing

Hours and turnover

RN hours / resident day

0.55

Registered nurse staffing

LPN hours / resident day

1.21

Licensed practical nurse staffing

Aide hours / resident day

2.76

Nurse aide staffing

Weekend hours

4.04

Weekend nurse staffing

RN turnover

55%

Annual RN turnover

Total nurse turnover

57%

Annual nurse turnover

Quality measures

Resident outcomes and process scores

Measure Facility State National Note
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 99.0%
97.1%
1.9 pts better
93.4%
5.6 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 98.1%
94.6%
3.5 pts better
95.5%
2.6 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 1.0%
2.1%
1.1 pts better
3.3%
2.3 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 12.2%
4.2%
8 pts worse
11.4%
0.8 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 5.7%
5.3%
0.4 pts worse
5.4%
0.3 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication 21.9%
20.5%
1.4 pts worse
19.6%
2.3 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 21.6%
11.8%
9.8 pts worse
16.7%
4.9 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained 0.0%
0.3%
0.3 pts better
0.1%
0.1 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened 10.1%
14.5%
4.4 pts better
16.3%
6.2 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 8.3%
10.8%
2.5 pts better
14.9%
6.6 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder 1.1%
0.9%
0.2 pts worse
1.0%
0.1 pts worse
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.5%
1.2%
0.7 pts better
1.7%
1.2 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence 13.8%
20.5%
6.7 pts better
19.8%
6 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers 2.8%
4.8%
2 pts better
5.1%
2.3 pts better
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 98.0%
91.1%
6.9 pts better
81.7%
16.3 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit 9.4%
10.7%
1.3 pts better
12.0%
2.6 pts better
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 0.6%
1.1%
0.5 pts better
1.6%
1 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 89.2%
87.3%
1.9 pts better
79.7%
9.5 pts better
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2
Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission 28.7%
24.6%
4.1 pts worse
23.9%
4.8 pts worse
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630

Survey summary

Recent inspection cycles

Cycle 1 Health 2024-10-25 · Fire 2024-10-25

13 health deficiencies

Top issue: Freedom from Abuse and Neglect and Exploitation (4 deficiencies)

2 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Gas and Vacuum and Electrical Systems (1 deficiency)

Cycle 2 Health 2023-01-26 · Fire 2023-01-26

10 health deficiencies

Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (4 deficiencies)

11 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Gas and Vacuum and Electrical Systems (4 deficiencies)

Cycle 3 Health 2021-12-06 · Fire 2021-12-06

17 health deficiencies

Top issue: Pharmacy Service (4 deficiencies)

6 fire-safety deficiencies

Top issue: Gas and Vacuum and Electrical Systems (2 deficiencies)

Fire safety

Fire-safety citations

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-25

K372 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.

Corrected 2024-11-04

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-25

K923 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

Corrected 2024-10-30

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-26

E15 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.

Corrected 2023-06-08

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-26

E37 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Establish staff and initial training requirements.

Corrected 2023-06-08

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-26

E39 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Conduct testing and exercise requirements.

Corrected 2023-06-08

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-26

K223 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.

Corrected 2023-06-08

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-26

K521 · Services Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.

Corrected 2023-06-08

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-26

K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

Corrected 2023-06-08

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-26

K923 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.

Corrected 2023-06-08

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-26

K222 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.

Corrected 2023-06-08

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-26

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2023-06-08

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-26

K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Corrected 2023-06-08

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-26

K921 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.

Corrected 2023-06-08

F · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-12-06

K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.

Corrected 2022-01-14

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-12-06

K291 · Egress Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.

Corrected 2022-01-14

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-12-06

K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

Corrected 2022-01-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-12-06

K353 · Smoke Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.

Corrected 2022-01-14

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-12-06

K920 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

Corrected 2022-01-14

C · Minimal harm 2021-12-06

E7 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies

Fire Safety

Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed.

Corrected 2022-01-14

Inspection history

Recent health citations

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2025-05-09

F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Corrected 2025-05-27

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-25

F607 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

Corrected 2024-12-06

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-25

F609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Corrected 2024-12-06

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-25

F610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Corrected 2024-12-06

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-25

F658 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Corrected 2024-12-06

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-25

F759 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Corrected 2024-12-06

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-25

F602 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.

Corrected 2024-12-06

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-25

F677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Corrected 2024-12-06

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-25

F755 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Corrected 2024-12-06

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-25

F757 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

Corrected 2024-12-06

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-25

F760 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Corrected 2024-12-06

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-25

F804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Corrected 2024-12-06

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2024-10-25

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2024-12-06

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-05-05

F600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Health

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Corrected 2023-06-30

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-05-05

F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Corrected 2023-06-30

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-26

F637 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition

Corrected 2023-02-28

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-26

F656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Corrected 2023-02-03

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-26

F684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Corrected 2023-02-03

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-26

F686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Corrected 2023-02-14

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-26

F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Corrected 2023-02-14

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-26

F692 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Corrected 2023-02-14

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-26

F727 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Health

Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.

Corrected 2023-03-03

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-26

F761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

Corrected 2023-02-03

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-26

F657 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Corrected 2023-02-03

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2023-01-26

F842 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Corrected 2023-02-01

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-12-06

F552 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

Corrected 2022-01-28

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-12-06

F636 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.

Corrected 2022-01-28

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-12-06

F661 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.

Corrected 2022-01-28

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-12-06

F677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Corrected 2022-01-28

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-12-06

F689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Corrected 2022-01-28

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-12-06

F755 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Corrected 2022-01-28

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-12-06

F757 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

Corrected 2022-01-28

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-12-06

F758 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

Corrected 2022-01-28

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-12-06

F761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Health

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.

Corrected 2022-01-28

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-12-06

F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Health

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Corrected 2022-01-28

E · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-12-06

F880 · Infection Control Deficiencies

Health

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Corrected 2022-01-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-12-06

F578 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

Corrected 2022-01-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-12-06

F582 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

Health

Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.

Corrected 2022-01-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-12-06

F656 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Health

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Corrected 2022-01-28

D · Potential for more than minimal harm 2021-12-06

F698 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Health

Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

Corrected 2022-01-28

Penalties and ownership

What sits behind the stars

Ownership

Bejar, Nissim

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 3 facilities 2022-07-01
Bejar, Nissim

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 3 facilities 2022-07-01
Cohen, Elliot

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 3 facilities 2022-07-01
Cohen, Elliot

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 3 facilities 2022-07-01
Cohen, Michael

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 4 facilities 2022-07-01
David A Berkowitz Revoc Tr David Berkowitz Ttee

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization

0% 28 facilities 2022-07-01
Hunt, Steven

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2022-07-01
Meir Meystel Revocable

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization

0% 9 facilities 2022-07-01
Meystel, Meir

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual

0% 14 facilities 2022-07-01
Meystel, Meir

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 14 facilities 2022-07-01
Nicho Family Trust

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization

0% 3 facilities 2022-07-01
Sandstone Healthcare Group LLC

Operational/Managerial Control · Organization

0% 3 facilities 2022-07-01
Shaeffer, April

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 1 facilities 2022-07-01
Shir, Ahmad

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 2 facilities 2022-07-01
Spector, Jennifer

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 88 facilities 2022-07-01
Spector, Jennifer

Corporate Officer · Individual

0% 88 facilities 2022-07-01
Sunny Trust

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization

0% 3 facilities 2022-07-01
Turofsky, Steven

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 69 facilities 2022-07-01
Whitte Trust

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization

0% 3 facilities 2022-07-01
Wilhelm, Naftali

Operational/Managerial Control · Individual

0% 63 facilities 2022-07-01
Wissati Irrevocable Trust

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization

0% 16 facilities 2022-07-01
Yosef Meystel Declaration Of Tr Of Yosef Meystel Ttee

5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization

0% 32 facilities 2022-07-01

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