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HomeArizonaDesert Blossom Health & Rehab Center

Desert Blossom Health & Rehab Center

60 South 58th Street, Mesa, AZ 852064808323903WebsiteGoogle Maps
4.1on Google(58 reviews)
4/5Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Quality
5/5
Beds
106
certified
1 fine(s) totaling $8,278

How Desert Blossom Health & Rehab Center Compares in Arizona

Facility results compared with averages for CMS-certified nursing homes in Arizona. Ratings, staffing and turnover measure different parts of care and should be reviewed together.

CMS overall rating
4/5
AZ average
3.4/5
Above state average
Health inspection rating
3/5
AZ average
2.8/5
Close to state average
Staffing rating
2/5
AZ average
2.9/5
Below state average
Nursing hours per resident
3.45 hrs/day
AZ average
3.97 hrs/day
Below state average
RN hours per resident
0.68 hrs/day
AZ average
0.70 hrs/day
Close to state average
Staff turnover
51.6%
AZ average
45.1%
Higher than state average

Comparisons use the matching CMS state averages without a proprietary combined score. Review the comparison methodology.

What the Data Highlights

Its 4/5 overall CMS rating is above the Arizona average of 3.4/5.
Reported nursing time is 3.45 hours per resident per day, below the state average of 3.97.
Staff turnover is 51.6%, higher than the Arizona average of 45.1%.

Health Inspection Trend

A side-by-side view of the two CMS inspection cycles included in the current dataset.

Previous cycle
5
deficiency citations
Inspected May 9, 2024
Most recent cycle
5
deficiency citations
Inspected Dec 16, 2025
The two inspection cycles recorded the same number of deficiency citations.

Citation counts alone do not show severity. Review the inspection details below for scope, severity and correction status.

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$7,908/mo
Arizona median
Private Room
$9,506/mo
Arizona median
Maricopa County 65+
692,770
15.6% of county
County Population
4,430,871
Maricopa County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

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Desert Blossom Health & Rehab Center is a 4-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Mesa, Arizona with 106 certified beds. It has been operating since 1988. Its overall CMS rating is 4 out of 5.

Beds
106
Avg Residents/Day
95.1
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Aug 4, 1988
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Maricopa
Last Inspection
Dec 16, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
5
Weighted Score
24.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (12)

F0761Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Dec 16, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0609Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jul 18, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0658Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jul 18, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0697Potential for Harm

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

Survey: Jul 18, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0755Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jul 18, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0684Actual Harm

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

Survey: Jun 2, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0584Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: May 9, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0658Potential for Harm

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

Survey: May 9, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0692Potential for Harm

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

Survey: May 9, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0842Potential for Harm

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

Survey: May 9, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0755Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jan 6, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0842Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jan 6, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$8,278
Number of Fines
1
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
1

Penalty History

FineJun 2, 2025
$8,278

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide1.89 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.88 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.68 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.45 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total2.98 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.11 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
51.6%
RN Turnover
43.8%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
For profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (14)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
PETTY, SCOTTMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/ASep 1, 2017
QAMAR, WAQASMANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODYIndividualN/AMay 8, 2022
BURNAM, SOONCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJun 13, 2017
KEETCH, CHADCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJan 1, 2014
PETERSON, FORRESTCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJun 13, 2018
PETTY, SCOTTOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/ASep 1, 2017
QAMAR, WAQASOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AMay 8, 2022
PORT, BARRYINDIVIDUAL IS AN OWNER, PARTNER OR TRUSTEE OF ANY ADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/ASep 11, 2025
ENSIGN SERVICES INCADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/ASep 1, 2017
STANDARD BEARER HEALTHCARE OP, LPADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AJan 1, 2022
THE ENSIGN GROUP INCADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AJan 1, 2022
VELDA ROSE HEALTH HOLDINGS LLCADP OF THE SNFOrganizationN/AJan 1, 2022
PETTY, SCOTTADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/ASep 1, 2017
QAMAR, WAQASADP OF THE SNFIndividualN/AMay 8, 2022

Compare Nearby Nursing Homes

Compare CMS ratings and recorded fines for Desert Blossom Health & Rehab Center and nearby alternatives.

All Arizona facilities
Desert Blossom Health & Rehab Center
Mesa, AZCurrent facility
CMS
4/5
Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: $8,278
Advanced Healthcare of Mesa
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CMS
5/5
Health
5/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
Alta Mesa Health and Rehabilitation
Mesa, AZ3,168 ft
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
2/5
Recorded fines: None
MI Casa Nursing Center
Mesa, AZ3,168 ftAbuse flag
CMS
3/5
Health
2/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Citadel Post Acute
Mesa, AZ3,696 ft
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
3/5
Recorded fines: None
Montecito Post Acute Care and Rehabilitation
Mesa, AZ1.2 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: $8,278
Mission Palms Post Acute
Mesa, AZ1.2 mi
CMS
5/5
Health
4/5
Staffing
4/5
Recorded fines: None
FacilityDistanceCMSHealthStaffingRecorded fines
Desert Blossom Health & Rehab Center
Mesa, AZ · Current facility
—4/53/52/5$8,278
Advanced Healthcare of Mesa
Mesa, AZ
528 ft5/55/54/5None recorded
Alta Mesa Health and Rehabilitation
Mesa, AZ
3,168 ft5/54/52/5None recorded
MI Casa Nursing Center
Mesa, AZ
3,168 ft3/52/53/5None recorded
Citadel Post Acute
Mesa, AZ
3,696 ft5/54/53/5None recorded
Montecito Post Acute Care and Rehabilitation
Mesa, AZ
1.2 mi5/54/54/5$8,278
Mission Palms Post Acute
Mesa, AZ
1.2 mi5/54/54/5None recorded

Distance is approximate. Ratings and enforcement data use the current CMS snapshot; recorded fines are not a complete measure of care quality. How nearby facilities are selected.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Desert Blossom Health & Rehab Center?▾
Desert Blossom Health & Rehab Center has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 3/5, staffing rating of 2/5, and quality measures rating of 5/5. This facility is rated above average.
How much does Desert Blossom Health & Rehab Center cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Arizona is $7,908/month for a semi-private room and $9,506/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Desert Blossom Health & Rehab Center participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Desert Blossom Health & Rehab Center had any health inspection violations?▾
Desert Blossom Health & Rehab Center had 5 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Dec 16, 2025). The current CMS dataset records 1 fine(s) totaling $8,278.
What are the staffing levels at Desert Blossom Health & Rehab Center?▾
Desert Blossom Health & Rehab Center provides 3.45 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.68 RN hours, 0.88 LPN hours, and 1.89 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 51.6%.
How many beds does Desert Blossom Health & Rehab Center have?▾
Desert Blossom Health & Rehab Center has 106 certified beds with an average of 95.1 residents per day, resulting in approximately 90% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Corporation owned and is part of the The Ensign Group chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Desert Blossom Health & Rehab Center?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Arizona, including 6 in Mesa. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Desert Blossom Health & Rehab Center?▾
On Google Maps, Desert Blossom Health & Rehab Center has a rating of 4.1 out of 5 based on 58 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 4/5.

Part of The Ensign Group

This chain operates 346 facilities. View all →