33 health deficiencies
Top issue: Freedom from Abuse and Neglect and Exploitation (17 deficiencies)
5 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (2 deficiencies)
Tucson, AZ
2-star overall rating with 1-star inspections with Special Focus status with abuse icon flag with $20,930 in total fines with 33 recent health deficiencies with 5 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
2900 East Milber Street, Tucson, AZ
(520) 294-0005
Overall
2 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
1 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
4 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
5 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Beds
240
Certified beds
Average residents
133
Average occupied residents
Ownership
For-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
Sandstone Healthcare Group
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1985-02-05
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Staffing
RN hours / resident day
0.54
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
0.87
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
2.29
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
3.50
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
41%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
48%
Annual nurse turnover
Quality measures
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 99.4% |
97.1%
2.3 pts better
|
93.4%
6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 94.5% |
94.6%
0.1 pts worse
|
95.5%
1 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 0.2% |
2.1%
1.9 pts better
|
3.3%
3.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 0.9% |
4.2%
3.3 pts better
|
11.4%
10.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 1.1% |
5.3%
4.2 pts better
|
5.4%
4.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 26.0% |
20.5%
5.5 pts worse
|
19.6%
6.4 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 29.8% |
11.8%
18 pts worse
|
16.7%
13.1 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 | 12.5% |
14.5%
2 pts better
|
16.3%
3.8 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 10.6% |
10.8%
0.2 pts better
|
14.9%
4.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 0.4% |
0.9%
0.5 pts better
|
1.0%
0.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 0.2% |
1.2%
1 pts better
|
1.7%
1.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 11.9% |
20.5%
8.6 pts better
|
19.8%
7.9 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 2.5% |
4.8%
2.3 pts better
|
5.1%
2.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 94.2% |
91.1%
3.1 pts better
|
81.7%
12.5 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 20.6% |
10.7%
9.9 pts worse
|
12.0%
8.6 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 1.6% |
1.1%
0.5 pts worse
|
1.6%
About the same
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 93.5% |
87.3%
6.2 pts better
|
79.7%
13.8 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 38.3% |
24.6%
13.7 pts worse
|
23.9%
14.4 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
Survey summary
Top issue: Freedom from Abuse and Neglect and Exploitation (17 deficiencies)
5 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (2 deficiencies)
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (6 deficiencies)
9 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (3 deficiencies)
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (5 deficiencies)
11 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Gas and Vacuum and Electrical Systems (3 deficiencies)
Fire safety
Fire Safety
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Corrected 2023-12-14
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 2023-12-14
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2023-12-14
Fire Safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected 2023-12-14
Fire Safety
Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel.
Corrected 2023-12-14
Fire Safety
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Corrected 2022-11-18
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 2022-11-18
Fire Safety
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Corrected 2022-11-18
Fire Safety
Have a complete alarm system manually initiated and initiated by fire sprinkler system connection.
Corrected 2022-11-18
Fire Safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Corrected 2022-11-18
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2022-11-18
Fire Safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Corrected 2022-11-18
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2022-11-18
Fire Safety
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Corrected 2022-11-18
Fire Safety
Provide a written emergency evacuation plan.
Corrected 2021-04-19
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2021-04-19
Fire Safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Corrected 2021-04-19
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2021-04-19
Fire Safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected 2021-04-19
Fire Safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Corrected 2021-04-19
Fire Safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Corrected 2021-04-19
Fire Safety
Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
Corrected 2021-04-19
Fire Safety
Ensure that personnel concerned with handling of medical gases and cylinders are trained on the risk.
Corrected 2021-04-19
Fire Safety
Establish staff and initial training requirements.
Corrected 2021-04-23
Fire Safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Corrected 2021-04-19
Inspection history
Health
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected 2026-02-17
Health
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected 2026-02-17
Health
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Corrected 2026-02-17
Health
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected 2026-02-17
Health
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected 2026-02-17
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 2026-02-17
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2026-02-17
Health
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected 2026-02-02
Health
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected 2026-01-23
Health
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected 2025-11-24
Health
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected 2025-11-24
Health
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected 2025-12-12
Health
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected 2025-12-08
Health
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected 2025-09-25
Health
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected 2025-09-25
Health
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected 2025-09-25
Health
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected 2025-08-08
Health
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected 2025-08-08
Health
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected 2025-05-23
Health
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected 2025-03-18
Health
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected 2024-12-18
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2024-12-18
Health
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected 2024-12-03
Health
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected 2024-11-08
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2024-09-30
Health
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Corrected 2023-12-18
Health
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected 2023-12-15
Health
Give residents a notice of rights, rules, services and charges.
Corrected 2023-12-18
Health
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected 2023-12-15
Health
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected 2023-12-18
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 2023-12-18
Health
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected 2023-12-18
Health
Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional.
Corrected 2023-12-18
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2023-12-18
Health
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected 2023-12-18
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 2023-12-18
Health
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected 2023-12-15
Health
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2023-12-15
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2023-07-30
Health
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected 2023-06-20
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2023-05-13
Health
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected 2022-12-09
Health
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected 2022-12-09
Health
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Corrected 2022-12-09
Health
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected 2022-12-09
Health
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected 2022-12-09
Health
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2022-12-09
Health
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected 2022-12-09
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2022-12-09
Health
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2022-12-09
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2022-12-09
Health
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected 2022-12-09
Health
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected 2022-12-09
Health
Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
Corrected 2022-12-09
Health
Report COVID19 data to residents and families.
Corrected 2022-12-09
Health
Ensure staff are vaccinated for COVID-19
Corrected 2022-12-09
Health
Give their staff education on dementia care, and what abuse, neglect, and exploitation are; and how to report abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
Corrected 2022-12-09
Health
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Corrected 2021-04-20
Health
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected 2021-04-20
Health
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected 2021-04-20
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 2021-04-20
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 2021-04-20
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2021-04-20
Health
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected 2021-04-20
Health
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected 2021-04-20
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2021-04-20
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2021-04-20
Health
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected 2021-04-20
Health
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
Corrected 2021-04-20
Health
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected 2021-04-20
Health
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2021-04-20
Health
Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff.
Corrected 2021-04-20
Health
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected 2021-04-20
Penalties and ownership
Fine · fine $20,930
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5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization
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