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Santa Rosa Care Center

1650 North Santa Rosa Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85712 · Pima 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 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 solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Tucson

Santa Rosa Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Tucson, AZ, with 144 certified beds and an average of about 118 residents per day.

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 4.07 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.37 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 54.2%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 9 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

✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.07 hrs/resident/day)
✓No federal fines on record
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average health-inspection rating
•CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully

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

At a glance

Certified beds: 144
Avg. residents/day: 118
Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain: Independent
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 035004

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	$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: 4.07; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.37; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 54.2%; 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): 9
Federal fines: None on record
Total penalties: 0
Last standard survey: 2025-08-29
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (28 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-02-20Severity 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.

2025-10-31Severity 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.

2025-08-29Severity 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.

2025-08-29Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2025-08-29Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

2025-08-29Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

2025-08-29Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

2025-08-29Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compar…

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
✓ Physical therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Memory care
✓ Respite / short-term stays
✓ Daily activities & events

Location

1650 North Santa Rosa Avenue, 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 Santa Rosa Care Center

How much does Santa Rosa Care Center cost?

Santa Rosa 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 Santa Rosa Care Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Santa Rosa Care Center 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 Santa Rosa Care Center?

Staff provide about 4.07 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 54.2% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Santa Rosa Care Center?

Santa Rosa Care Center has 28 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-08-29). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Santa Rosa 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 Santa Rosa Care Center offer?

Santa Rosa Care Center in Tucson, AZ offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 144 beds.

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