Havasu Nursing Center
3576 Kearsage Drive · Lake Havasu City, AZ · 86406 · 9284531500
118 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Circle B Enterprises
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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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: 3 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.24 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.70 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.76 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 55% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (15 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E September 4, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Corrected October 3, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 10, 2025
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected May 25, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 10, 2025
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected May 25, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 10, 2025
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected May 25, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E April 10, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected May 25, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D February 1, 2024 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
Corrected March 13, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D February 1, 2024 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected March 13, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D February 1, 2024 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected March 13, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D February 1, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Corrected March 13, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 28, 2022
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected December 5, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 28, 2022
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected December 5, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D October 28, 2022
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected December 5, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 28, 2022
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected December 5, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 28, 2022
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 December 5, 2022 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D October 28, 2022
Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
Corrected December 5, 2022 · Infection Control
Better-scoring options nearby
No better-scoring facility within 25 miles in the current data — this one leads its area. See the whole state.
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 035100 · certified since February 28, 1985. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.