nursing home in Mesa, AZ
Sante of Mesa
5358 East Baseline Road, Mesa, AZ 85206 · (480) 699-9624
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★4
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Sante of Mesa at a glance
Sante of Mesa is a 70-bed for-profit nursing home in Mesa, 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 hours of nursing care per day (1.1 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (September 4, 2025) found 1 health citation. The Arizona average is 6.3.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 36% per year (state average 45.2%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 70
- Certified for
- Medicare
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Sante
- Medicare-certified since
- June 14, 2011
- Resident/family council
- None
- County
- Maricopa County
- CMS Certification Number
- 035280
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 |
| 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) | 5.03 hrs | 3.98 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.14 hrs | 0.70 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.40 hrs | 2.24 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 4.23 hrs | 3.51 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 36% | 45.2% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 40% | 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) | 1 | 6 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 9 | 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 | 70 | 114 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 67 | 88 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 95.4% | 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) | 0% | 2.1% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 5.9% | 4.4% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 3.7% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 0% | 5.3% | 5.2% | 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) | 37% | 21% | 19.5% | Worse |
| 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) | 0.6% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 94.8% | 87.3% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.2% | 91.8% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 12 health deficiencies and 1 fire safety deficiency in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 4, 2025 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 1, 2025 |
| September 4, 2025 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 October 7, 2025 |
| July 2, 2025 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to receive visitors of his or her choosing, at the time of his or her choosing. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0563 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 16, 2025 |
| September 6, 2024 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 October 19, 2024 |
| September 6, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 19, 2024 |
| September 6, 2024 Standard | Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0727 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 19, 2024 |
| April 17, 2024 Complaint | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 24, 2024 |
| January 31, 2024 Complaint | 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 April 15, 2024 |
| November 10, 2022 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 16, 2022 |
| November 10, 2022 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 December 16, 2022 |
| November 10, 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 December 16, 2022 |
| November 10, 2022 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 December 16, 2022 |
| November 10, 2022 Standard | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 16, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| LEACH FAMILY REVOCABLE TRUST DATED 2/25/24 Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 12/06/2022 |
| MUNCH TOOKE, LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 49% | 05/01/2011 |
| SP MESA, LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 49% | 05/01/2011 |
| HANSEN, CHARLES Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 13% | 05/01/2011 |
| MUNCH, MICHAEL Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 05/01/2011 |
| MUNCH TOOKE, LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 6% | 05/01/2011 |
| RDW ARIZONA LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 8% | 07/12/2011 |
| SCHAEFER, JACOB Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 6% | 05/01/2011 |
| SP RE DEVELOPMENT LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 39% | 06/01/2011 |
| STERLING & JACQUELINE HOLDINGS,LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 10% | 01/01/2022 |
| AGUILAR, SALVADOR Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/16/2024 |
| BEASLEY, DONNA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2023 |
| CORDOVA, CHRISTINA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2017 |
| EVANGELISTA, MARIFIDES Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/21/2022 |
| FICEK, GREGORY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/09/2011 |
| GUDINO, LORI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| HANSEN, CHARLES Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/15/2009 |
| HOUSLEY CASTANEDA, JONIQUE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2023 |
| IBIS, PATTI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/19/2012 |
| KENNEDY, PATRICIA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2023 |
| SCHAEFER, JACOB Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/15/2009 |
| SHABA, WISAM Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/14/2024 |
| SIMMONS, MAY JOYAL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/15/2013 |
| STRICKLAND, DANIEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/30/2022 |
| THINNES, DANIEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/10/2015 |
| VANN, FELICIA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2021 |
| VOGT, ANDREA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/11/2019 |
| HANSEN, CHARLES Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/15/2009 |
| FICEK, GREGORY Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2015 |
| KENNEDY, PATRICIA Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| SANTE PARTNERS II LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2015 |
| AGUILAR, SALVADOR Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/16/2024 |
| BEASLEY, DONNA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2023 |
| CORDOVA, CHRISTINA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2017 |
| EVANGELISTA, MARIFIDES Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/21/2022 |
| FICEK, GREGORY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/09/2011 |
| GUDINO, LORI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2024 |
| HOUSLEY CASTANEDA, JONIQUE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2023 |
| IBIS, PATTI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/19/2012 |
| KENNEDY, PATRICIA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Sante of Mesa's rating?
Sante of Mesa 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 Sante of Mesa receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 1 citation, compared with a Arizona average of 6.3. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Sante of Mesa 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 Sante of Mesa?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Sante. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Sante of Mesa and how do I contact it?
Sante of Mesa is at 5358 East Baseline Road, Mesa, AZ 85206. Phone: (480) 699-9624.
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.