nursing home in Peoria, AZ
Freedom Plaza Care Center
13714 North Plaza del Rio Blvd, Peoria, AZ 85381 · (623) 815-6100
★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Freedom Plaza Care Center at a glance
Freedom Plaza Care Center is a 111-bed for-profit nursing home in Peoria, 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 4.9 hours of nursing care per day (0.8 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (April 25, 2024) found 0 health citations. The Arizona average is 6.3.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 32.1% per year (state average 45.2%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 111
- Certified for
- Medicare
- Medicare-certified since
- December 15, 1999
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Maricopa County
- CMS Certification Number
- 035256
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) | 5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4.5 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 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) | 4.87 hrs | 3.98 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.80 hrs | 0.70 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.57 hrs | 2.24 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.31 hrs | 3.51 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 32.1% | 45.2% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 42.9% | 43.6% | 42.9% | Average |
| 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) | 0 | 6 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 0 | 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 | 111 | 114 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 61 | 88 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 54.6% | 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% | 2.1% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 1.2% | 4.4% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 23% | 10.6% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 11.8% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| 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) | 14.3% | 10.7% | 13.9% | Average |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 9.1% | 5.3% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 2.4% | 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) | 16.9% | 21% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 17.9% | 20.6% | 19% | Better |
| 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) | 0.4% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 99.8% | 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 12 health deficiencies and 11 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 25, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 26, 2024 |
| April 25, 2024 Fire safety | Install a two-hour-resistant firewall separation. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0133 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 26, 2024 |
| April 25, 2024 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 22, 2024 |
| April 25, 2024 Fire safety | Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0026 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 28, 2024 |
| November 12, 2021 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 3, 2022 |
| November 12, 2021 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 3, 2022 |
| November 12, 2021 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 3, 2022 |
| November 12, 2021 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 3, 2022 |
| November 12, 2021 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 3, 2022 |
| November 12, 2021 Fire safety | Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0325 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 3, 2022 |
| November 12, 2021 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 3, 2022 |
| November 12, 2021 Standard | Report COVID19 data to residents and families. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0885 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 3, 2022 |
| November 12, 2021 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 3, 2022 |
| November 12, 2021 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 3, 2022 |
| November 12, 2021 Standard | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 3, 2022 |
| November 12, 2021 Standard | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 3, 2022 |
| November 12, 2021 Standard | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 3, 2022 |
| November 12, 2021 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 3, 2022 |
| November 12, 2021 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 3, 2022 |
| November 12, 2021 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 3, 2022 |
| November 12, 2021 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 3, 2022 |
| November 12, 2021 Standard | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 3, 2022 |
| November 12, 2021 Standard | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected January 3, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| SUN HEALTH FREEDOM PLAZA, LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 12/20/2024 |
| SUN HEALTH SERVICES Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 100% | 04/04/2018 |
| FMC ARIZONA, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/10/2025 |
| LARMAN, JAI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/04/2018 |
| LEWIS, IAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/29/2022 |
| MAKHIJA, MANOJ Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/04/2018 |
| ROSKAMP, CHERYL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/04/2018 |
| SUN HEALTH FREEDOM PLAZA, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/20/2025 |
| CASINO, MARIANNE Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/30/2026 |
| FRANCESE, ARSENIO Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/30/2026 |
| ROSKAMP, RUTH Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/30/2026 |
| STRINGER, THOMAS Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/30/2026 |
| SUCKIEL, JENNIFER Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/30/2026 |
| CAVANAUGH-MARSH, MARY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| GILSTRAP, GREG Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| HASKELL, CORNELIUS Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| HOFFMAN, SINTRA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| KOVALA, IRENE Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| LANCASTER, LEWIS Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| LA RUE, JOSEPH Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/20/2024 |
| MARRER, GARY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| ORCUTT, HERMAN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| ORLOPP, SHARON Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| REIFSTECK, MARK Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| RIVERA, REY Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| SOLOMON, GERALD Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| FMC ARIZONA, LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2018 |
| LARMAN, JAI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/04/2018 |
| LA RUE, JOSEPH Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/20/2024 |
| LEWIS, IAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/29/2022 |
| MAKHIJA, MANOJ Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/04/2018 |
| ROSKAMP, CHERYL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/04/2018 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Freedom Plaza Care Center's rating?
Freedom Plaza Care 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 Freedom Plaza Care Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 0 citations, compared with a Arizona average of 6.3. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Freedom Plaza Care Center accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Freedom Plaza Care Center?
It is for profit - limited liability company. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Freedom Plaza Care Center and how do I contact it?
Freedom Plaza Care Center is at 13714 North Plaza del Rio Blvd, Peoria, AZ 85381. Phone: (623) 815-6100.
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.