nursing home in Phoenix, AZ
North Mountain Medical and Rehabilitation Center
9155 North Third Street, Phoenix, AZ 85020 · (602) 944-1666
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★2
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
North Mountain Medical and Rehabilitation Center at a glance
North Mountain Medical and Rehabilitation Center is a 164-bed for-profit nursing home in Phoenix, Arizona (Maricopa County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Arizona average of 3.3.
Residents receive about 5.9 hours of nursing care per day (1.2 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (November 25, 2025) found 2 health citations. The Arizona average is 6.3.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 43% per year (state average 45.2%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 164
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- The Ensign Group
- Medicare-certified since
- November 2, 1983
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Maricopa County
- CMS Certification Number
- 035087
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Arizona avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.5 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.5 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Arizona avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 5.94 hrs | 3.98 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.22 hrs | 0.70 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.15 hrs | 2.24 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 5.31 hrs | 3.51 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 43% | 45.2% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 57.7% | 43.6% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Arizona avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 2 | 6 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 10 | 41 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Arizona avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $8,928 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Arizona avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 164 | 114 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 157 | 88 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 95.5% | 79.6% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Arizona avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 1.2% | 2.1% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 9.6% | 4.4% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 11.5% | 10.6% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 3% | 10.7% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 7.7% | 12.8% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 12.7% | 5.3% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0.5% | 3.9% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.3% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 46.4% | 21% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 21.2% | 20.6% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 94.6% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 96.9% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Arizona avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0.5% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97.6% | 87.3% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.5% | 91.8% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 4 health deficiencies and 3 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 25, 2025 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 9, 2026 |
| November 25, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 9, 2026 |
| December 2, 2024 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 16, 2025 |
| July 14, 2022 Standard | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 31, 2022 |
| February 7, 2020 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 6, 2020 |
| February 7, 2020 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 6, 2020 |
| February 7, 2020 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 6, 2020 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| CARETRUST GP LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2004 |
| CARETRUST REIT INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2004 |
| CTR PARTNERSHIP LP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2004 |
| ENSIGN SERVICES INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2003 |
| GANDHI, HEMANG Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2016 |
| POSTL, JASON Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/02/2014 |
| VALLEY HEALTH HOLDINGS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2004 |
| BURNAM, SOON Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2006 |
| KEETCH, CHAD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2011 |
| PETERSON, FORREST Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| BANDERA HEALTHCARE LLC Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2006 |
| THE ENSIGN GROUP INC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2004 |
| PORT, BARRY Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/16/2025 |
| GANDHI, HEMANG Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2016 |
| POSTL, JASON Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/02/2014 |
| GANDHI, HEMANG Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2016 |
| POSTL, JASON Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/02/2014 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is North Mountain Medical and Rehabilitation Center's rating?
North Mountain Medical and Rehabilitation Center has 5 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Arizona nursing homes is 3.3 stars.
How many inspection citations did North Mountain Medical and Rehabilitation Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 2 citations, compared with a Arizona average of 6.3. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does North Mountain Medical and Rehabilitation Center accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns North Mountain Medical and Rehabilitation Center?
It is for profit - corporation and part of The Ensign Group. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is North Mountain Medical and Rehabilitation Center and how do I contact it?
North Mountain Medical and Rehabilitation Center is at 9155 North Third Street, Phoenix, AZ 85020. Phone: (602) 944-1666.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.