nursing home in Tempe, AZ
Mirabella at Asu
65 East University Avenue, Tempe, AZ 85281 · (602) 777-7701
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Mirabella at Asu at a glance
Mirabella at Asu is a 21-bed non-profit nursing home in Tempe, Arizona (Maricopa County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Arizona average of 3.3.
Residents receive about 7 hours of nursing care per day (2.1 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (August 8, 2025) 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 61.5% per year (state average 45.2%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 21
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Pacific Retirement Services
- Medicare-certified since
- September 9, 2021
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- None
- County
- Maricopa County
- CMS Certification Number
- 035300
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Arizona avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 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) | 7.02 hrs | 3.98 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.07 hrs | 0.70 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.84 hrs | 2.24 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 6.00 hrs | 3.51 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 61.5% | 45.2% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 58.3% | 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) | 7 | 6 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 35 | 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 | 21 | 114 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 17 | 88 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 79.5% | 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) | 4.8% | 2.1% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 5.1% | 4.4% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 1.2% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.3% | 0.1% | Better |
| 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) | 65.3% | 87.3% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 71.5% | 91.8% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 11 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 14, 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 January 19, 2026 |
| August 8, 2025 Fire safety | List the names and contact information of those in the facility. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0030 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 16, 2025 |
| August 8, 2025 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 16, 2025 |
| August 8, 2025 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 12, 2025 |
| August 8, 2025 Standard | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 24, 2025 |
| August 8, 2025 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 12, 2025 |
| August 8, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 12, 2025 |
| August 8, 2025 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 12, 2025 |
| August 8, 2025 Standard | Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0605 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 12, 2025 |
| November 29, 2023 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 5, 2024 |
| October 13, 2022 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 21, 2022 |
| October 13, 2022 Standard | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 21, 2022 |
| October 13, 2022 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 November 21, 2022 |
| October 13, 2022 Standard | Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0622 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 21, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| DOROUGH, THOMAS Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/16/2020 |
| HUANG, SCARLETT Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/05/2023 |
| PACIFIC RETIREMENT SERVICES INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2026 |
| SABATINI, ANTHONY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/20/2024 |
| STUART, MATTHEW Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2025 |
| WIPFLI LLP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2024 |
| BYWATER, KATRINA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2024 |
| WILSON, DOUG Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2025 |
| BYWATER, KATRINA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2024 |
| DESANTO, VIRGINIA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/21/2016 |
| MAYERS, ROBERT Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/28/2019 |
| WILSON, DOUG Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/21/2016 |
| DOROUGH, THOMAS Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/16/2020 |
| HUANG, SCARLETT Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/05/2023 |
| PACIFIC RETIREMENT SERVICES INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2020 |
| SABATINI, ANTHONY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/20/2024 |
| STUART, MATTHEW Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Mirabella at Asu's rating?
Mirabella at Asu has 3 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 Mirabella at Asu 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 Mirabella at Asu 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 Mirabella at Asu?
It is non profit - corporation and part of Pacific Retirement Services. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Mirabella at Asu and how do I contact it?
Mirabella at Asu is at 65 East University Avenue, Tempe, AZ 85281. Phone: (602) 777-7701.
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.