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Maryland Gardens Post Acute

31 West Maryland Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 85013 · Maricopa County

Welcome to Maryland Gardens Post Acute located in Phoenix, Arizona. We are your choice for 24-hour skilled nursing, long-term care with behavioral health support, short-term rehabilitation, and assisted living with behavioral health support in Maricopa County.

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Fair

Haven Scout Score

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

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Availability outlook● Very limited availability

Typically 97% full (57 of 58 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.

If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.

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

Our evaluation

An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.

A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Phoenix

Maryland Gardens Post Acute is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Phoenix, AZ, with 58 certified beds and an average of about 57 residents per day. It operates as part of the Pacs Group network.

Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.63 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.37 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 69.9%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 7 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey. Note: CMS has flagged this facility with an abuse icon. We strongly recommend reviewing the full inspection report and discussing it on any tour.

Strengths

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

Things to ask about

•Below-average health-inspection rating
•Below-average nurse staffing (3.63 hrs/resident/day)
•High staff turnover (69.9%)
•CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully

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

At a glance

Certified beds: 58
Avg. residents/day: 57
Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain: Pacs Group
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 035247

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	$7,410–$11,850/mo (median $9,290)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Phoenix 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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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 3.63; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.37; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 69.9%; National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

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

⚠️ This community carries a serious CMS flag (abuse citation). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 7
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2024-07-12
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (25 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-01-23Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

2025-01-23Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

2025-01-08Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

2025-01-08Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

2025-01-08Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

2025-01-08Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

2024-12-04Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

2024-12-04Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

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.

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
✓ Gardens / walking paths
✓ Library
✓ Private rooms available
✓ 24-hour staff

Location

31 West Maryland Avenue, Phoenix, AZ

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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Google

3.5

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Common questions about Maryland Gardens Post Acute

How much does Maryland Gardens Post Acute cost?

Maryland Gardens Post Acute does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Phoenix, AZ area typically runs $7,410–$11,850 per month (median $9,290, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Maryland Gardens Post Acute's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Maryland Gardens Post Acute 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Maryland Gardens Post Acute?

Staff provide about 3.63 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 69.9% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Maryland Gardens Post Acute?

Maryland Gardens Post Acute has 25 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-07-12). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Maryland Gardens Post Acute have availability?

Typically 97% full (57 of 58 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Maryland Gardens Post Acute offer?

Maryland Gardens Post Acute in Phoenix, AZ offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 58 beds.

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