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HomeCaliforniaDesert Mountain Care Center

Desert Mountain Care Center

47-763 Monroe Avenue, Indio, CA 922017603470750
4/5Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System
Health
4/5
Staffing
2/5
Quality
4/5
Beds
99
certified

Key Findings

• CMS rates this facility 4/5 stars (above average)

• Has 99 certified beds with an average of 92.6 residents per day (94% occupancy)

• Last health inspection found 13 deficiencies (inspected Jun 26, 2025)

• No fines on record

• Total nursing staff: 5.35 hours per resident per day

• Staff turnover rate: 43.2%

• Part of the The Ensign Group chain (324 facilities)

Desert Mountain Care Center is a 4-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Indio, California with 99 certified beds. It has been operating since 1999. The facility scored above average compared to California facilities.

Beds
99
Avg Residents/Day
92.6
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Sep 13, 1999
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Riverside
Last Inspection
Jun 26, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
13
Weighted Score
65.0
Infection Citations
2

Deficiency Citations (41)

F0684Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jun 4, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Apr 22, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0741Potential for Harm

Ensure that the facility has sufficient staff members who possess the competencies and skills to meet the behavioral health needs of residents.

Survey: Apr 22, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Apr 22, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0684Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Apr 1, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0554Potential for Harm

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

Survey: Jun 26, 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: Jun 26, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
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: Jun 26, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0790Potential for Harm

Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.

Survey: Jun 26, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0806Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

Survey: Jun 26, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0812Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jun 26, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Jun 26, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0908Potential for Harm

Keep all essential equipment working safely.

Survey: Jun 26, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Jan 23, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Nov 5, 2024Corrected: 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: Jul 30, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0677Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jul 30, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0925Potential for Harm

Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

Survey: Jun 4, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0684Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Apr 25, 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: Feb 14, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Feb 8, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0886Potential for Harm

Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff.

Survey: Feb 8, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Jan 29, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0609Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Nov 3, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0609Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Sep 12, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0558Potential for Harm

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

Survey: Aug 27, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0578Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Aug 27, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0635Potential for Harm

Provide doctor's orders for the resident's immediate care at the time the resident was admitted.

Survey: Aug 27, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0656Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 27, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0657Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 27, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 3

+ 11 more deficiencies

Total Fines
$0
Number of Fines
0
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
0

No penalties on record.

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

Nurse Aide2.48 hrs
National avg: 2.35 hrs
LPN2.28 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.58 hrs
National avg: 0.68 hrs
Total Nursing5.35 hrs
National avg: 3.89 hrs
Weekend Total4.94 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.06 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
43.2%
RN Turnover
52.4%
Administrators Left
0

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

Ownership Type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (7)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
FLAGSTONE HEALTHCARE CENTRAL LLC5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Feb 1, 2022
THE ENSIGN GROUP INC5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Feb 1, 2022
GUERRA, MONICAOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AFeb 1, 2022
BURNAM, SOONCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AFeb 1, 2022
FITCH, CRAIGCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AFeb 1, 2022
GAMERO, ALICIACORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AFeb 1, 2022
GUERRA, MONICAW-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AFeb 1, 2022

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Desert Mountain Care Center?▾
Desert Mountain Care Center has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 4/5, staffing rating of 2/5, and quality measures rating of 4/5. This facility is rated above average.
Has Desert Mountain Care Center had any health inspection violations?▾
Desert Mountain Care Center had 13 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Jun 26, 2025). The facility has no fines on record. It also has 2 infection control citation(s).
What are the staffing levels at Desert Mountain Care Center?▾
Desert Mountain Care Center provides 5.35 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.58 RN hours, 2.28 LPN hours, and 2.48 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 43.2%.
How many beds does Desert Mountain Care Center have?▾
Desert Mountain Care Center has 99 certified beds with an average of 92.6 residents per day, resulting in approximately 94% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Limited Liability company owned and is part of the The Ensign Group chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Desert Mountain Care Center?▾
Yes, there are 1 other nursing home in Indio, California with an average rating of 4/5. You can compare all facilities on the Indio nursing homes page.

Part of The Ensign Group

This chain operates 324 facilities. View all →