Desert Blossom Health & Rehab Center
60 South 58th Street · Mesa, AZ · 85206 · 4808323903
106 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: The Ensign Group
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.48 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.76 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.05 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 51% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $8,278 |
Inspection citations (12 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D December 16, 2025
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 January 14, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected August 22, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected August 22, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected August 22, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected August 22, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Actual harm · G June 2, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected June 22, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 9, 2024
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
Corrected July 20, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D May 9, 2024
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected July 20, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 9, 2024
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected July 20, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D May 9, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected June 21, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 6, 2023
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected February 20, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D January 6, 2023
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected December 1, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| June 2, 2025 | Fine | $8,278 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 035164 · certified since August 4, 1988. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.