nursing home in Tucson, AZ
Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation & Care Center
5830 East Pima Street, Tucson, AZ 85712 · (520) 722-5515
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation & Care Center at a glance
Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation & Care Center is a 112-bed for-profit nursing home in Tucson, Arizona (Pima County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Arizona average of 3.3.
Residents receive about 3.1 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (June 26, 2026) found 7 health citations. The Arizona average is 6.3.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 46.3% per year (state average 45.2%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 112
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- The Ensign Group
- Medicare-certified since
- October 7, 1987
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Pima County
- CMS Certification Number
- 035151
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Arizona avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| 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) | 3.15 hrs | 3.98 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.55 hrs | 0.70 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.83 hrs | 2.24 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.71 hrs | 3.51 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 46.3% | 45.2% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 38.9% | 43.6% | 42.9% | Better |
| 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) | 7 | 6 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 3 | 3 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 27 | 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 | 112 | 114 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 100 | 88 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 89% | 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) | 2.1% | 2.1% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.1% | 4.4% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 2.2% | 10.6% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.6% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Average |
| 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) | 8.4% | 10.7% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 8.6% | 12.8% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 1.7% | 5.3% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 10.2% | 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) | 4.5% | 21% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 28.8% | 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) | 0.7% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97.1% | 87.3% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 91.8% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 18 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 26, 2026 Standard | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628 | D Potential harm, isolated | Past Non-Compliance |
| June 26, 2026 Standard | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 17, 2026 |
| June 26, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 17, 2026 |
| June 26, 2026 Standard | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 17, 2026 |
| June 26, 2026 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 17, 2026 |
| February 4, 2026 Complaint | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 6, 2026 |
| October 22, 2025 Complaint | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 27, 2025 |
| September 26, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 27, 2025 |
| July 11, 2025 Complaint | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 1, 2025 |
| August 25, 2023 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 23, 2023 |
| August 25, 2023 Fire safety | Have a complete alarm system manually initiated and initiated by fire sprinkler system connection. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0342 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 23, 2023 |
| August 25, 2023 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 16, 2023 |
| August 25, 2023 Standard | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 16, 2023 |
| August 25, 2023 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 16, 2023 |
| July 28, 2022 Fire safety | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 12, 2022 |
| July 28, 2022 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 6, 2022 |
| July 28, 2022 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 6, 2022 |
| July 28, 2022 Standard | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0585 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 6, 2022 |
| July 28, 2022 Standard | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 6, 2022 |
| July 28, 2022 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 6, 2022 |
| July 28, 2022 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 6, 2022 |
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 | 11/16/2000 |
| CARETRUST REIT INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/16/2000 |
| CTR PARTNERSHIP LP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/16/2000 |
| ENSIGN SERVICES INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2002 |
| JONES, CHRISTINE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/10/2025 |
| MEADOWBROOK HEALTH ASSOCIATES LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/16/2000 |
| MILANI, RAMIN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/10/2025 |
| PETERSON, FORREST Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/09/2024 |
| BURNAM, SOON Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2006 |
| KEETCH, CHAD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2011 |
| BANDERA HEALTHCARE LLC Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/16/2006 |
| THE ENSIGN GROUP INC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/16/2000 |
| PORT, BARRY Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/10/2025 |
| JONES, CHRISTINE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/04/2009 |
| MILANI, RAMIN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/08/2018 |
| JONES, CHRISTINE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/04/2009 |
| MILANI, RAMIN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/08/2018 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation & Care Center's rating?
Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation & Care Center has 4 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 Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation & Care Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 7 citations, compared with a Arizona average of 6.3. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation & Care 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 Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation & Care Center?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of The Ensign Group. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation & Care Center and how do I contact it?
Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation & Care Center is at 5830 East Pima Street, Tucson, AZ 85712. Phone: (520) 722-5515.
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.