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Desert Mountain Care Center

47-763 Monroe Avenue, Indio, CA 92201 · Riverside County

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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.

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Availability outlook● Fills quickly

Typically 91% full (90 of 99 beds occupied on an average day).

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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

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A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Indio

Desert Mountain Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Indio, CA, with 99 certified beds and an average of about 90 residents per day. It operates as part of the The Ensign Group network.

Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

On the safety record, CMS notes 14 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.

Strengths

✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•14 deficiencies at last survey

Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Indio, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.

At a glance

Certified beds: 99
Avg. residents/day: 90
Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain: The Ensign Group
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 555742

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating

Health inspections

Staffing

Quality measures

Pricing & cost

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$10,680–$16,050/mo (median $12,920)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Riverside prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 14
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2025-06-26
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (44 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-04-17Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

2026-02-18Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

2026-02-18Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

2026-02-18Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintEnvironmental Deficiencies

Keep all essential equipment working safely.

2026-02-18Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintEnvironmental Deficiencies

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

2025-06-26Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

2025-06-26Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

2025-06-26Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Daily activities & events

Location

47-763 Monroe Avenue, Indio, CA

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Desert Mountain Care Center

How much does Desert Mountain Care Center cost?

Desert Mountain Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Indio, CA area typically runs $10,680–$16,050 per month (median $12,920, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Desert Mountain Care Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Desert Mountain Care Center 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

What did inspectors find at Desert Mountain Care Center?

Desert Mountain Care Center has 44 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-06-26). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Desert Mountain Care Center have availability?

Typically 91% full (90 of 99 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Desert Mountain Care Center offer?

Desert Mountain Care Center in Indio, CA offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 99 beds.

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