Scottsdale, AZ · 36 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)● Fills quickly
One of Scottsdale's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $7,410–$11,850/mo
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South Mountain Post Acute
8008 S. Jesse Owens Parkway, Phoenix, AZ 85042 · Maricopa County
68
GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.
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Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 86% full (106 of 124 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 highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Phoenix
South Mountain Post Acute is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Phoenix, AZ, with 124 certified beds and an average of about 106 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: 4/5 on health inspections, 1/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.14 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.57 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 53.2%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 5 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.14 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
None noted in the public data.
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Phoenix for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 124
- Avg. residents/day
- 106
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- The Ensign Group
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 035241
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
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 4.14
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.57
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 53.2%
- 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)
- 5
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2024-08-09
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (16 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-12-29Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2025-07-21Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
2024-12-18Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
2024-11-08Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.
2024-08-09Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
2024-08-09Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
2024-08-09Severity 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.
2024-06-27Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
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
8008 S. Jesse Owens Parkway, 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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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about South Mountain Post Acute
How much does South Mountain Post Acute cost?
South Mountain 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 South Mountain Post Acute's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates South Mountain Post Acute 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 1/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at South Mountain Post Acute?
Staff provide about 4.14 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 53.2% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at South Mountain Post Acute?
South Mountain Post Acute has 16 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-08-09). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does South Mountain Post Acute have availability?
Typically 86% full (106 of 124 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does South Mountain Post Acute offer?
South Mountain Post Acute in Phoenix, AZ offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 124 beds.
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