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Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation & Care Center

5830 East Pima Street, Tucson, AZ 85712 · Pima County

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Availability outlookModerate availability

Typically 82% full — openings are usually available.

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 highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Tucson

Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation & Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Tucson, AZ, with 112 certified beds and an average of about 92 residents per day. It operates as part of the The Ensign Group network.

Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.29 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.59 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 53.4%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 7 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

  • Below-average nurse staffing (3.29 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Tucson for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds
112
Avg. residents/day
92
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain
The Ensign Group
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
035151

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 careMonthly costSource
Skilled Nursing$6,950–$11,110/mo (median $8,710)Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Tucson 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
3.29
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
0.59
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
53.4%
National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

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

Health deficiencies (last survey)
7
Federal fines
None on record
Total penalties
0
Last standard survey
2023-08-25
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (13 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-02-04Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

2025-10-22Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

2025-09-26Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

2025-07-11Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

2023-08-25Severity E — potential for harmResident 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.

2023-08-25Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

2023-08-25Severity D — 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.

2022-07-28Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

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

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
  • 24-hour staff

Location

5830 East Pima Street, Tucson, 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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Common questions about Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation & Care Center

How much does Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation & Care Center cost?

Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation & Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Tucson, AZ area typically runs $6,950–$11,110 per month (median $8,710, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation & Care Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation & Care Center 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation & Care Center?

Staff provide about 3.29 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 53.4% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation & Care Center?

Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation & Care Center has 13 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2023-08-25). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation & Care Center have availability?

Typically 82% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation & Care Center offer?

Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation & Care Center in Tucson, AZ offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 112 beds.

The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you

Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.

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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.

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