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Sandstone of Tucson Rehab Centre
2900 East Milber Street, Tucson, AZ 85714
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. CMS processed this record on 1 Aug 2026. View the Care Compare record.
Certified for 240 beds, Sandstone of Tucson Rehab Centre serves Tucson in Pima County, Arizona and has taken Medicare and Medicaid residents since 1985.
CMS gives it 2 of 5 stars overall, below the Arizona median of 3; the health inspection rating is 1, staffing 4 and quality measures 5.
Inspectors recorded 63 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (25, 22, 16 by cycle, most recent first), 2 of them at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. That is 26.3 per 100 beds, more than the state median of 18.4.
CMS lists 2 penalties in the period covered: fines totalling $43K.
Reported nurse staffing is 3.8 hours per resident per day (0.5 RN), close to the Arizona median of 3.8; nursing staff turnover is 46.4%.
CMS flags that the facility carries the CMS abuse icon.
Compared with county, state and nation
| Measure | This facility | Pima Co. median | Arizona median | US average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3.0 |
| Health citations, 3 cycles | 63 | 22 | 20 | 28.7 |
| Citations per 100 beds | 26.3 | 20.6 | 18.4 | 26.8 |
| Total nurse hours per resident day | 3.8 | 3.9 | 3.8 | 3.9 |
| RN hours per resident day | 0.5 | 0.5 | 0.6 | 0.7 |
| Nursing staff turnover | 46.4% | 42.3% | 46.3% | 45.8% |
| Fines listed | $43,134 | $0 | $0 | — |
County and state figures are medians across facilities (24 in the county, 140 in the state); the US column is the CMS national average where CMS publishes one.
Citations by survey cycle
Dark bar: this facility. Grey bar: Arizona average per facility for the same cycle, as published by CMS. Standard health survey dates: 3 Apr 2026, 3 Nov 2023.
Severity mix: G ×2 D ×55 E ×6
Health deficiencies
Every health citation in the current CMS record (three survey cycles), most recent first. Tag text is the CMS requirement summary, not the inspection narrative.
Scope and severity letters (A–L)
| Survey date | Tag | What the tag requires | Severity | Type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7 May 2026 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D | Complaint investigation | 27 May 2026 |
| 7 May 2026 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | D | Complaint investigation | 27 May 2026 |
| 7 May 2026 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D | Complaint investigation | 27 May 2026 |
| 3 Apr 2026 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | G | Complaint investigation | 28 Apr 2026 |
| 3 Apr 2026 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D | Complaint investigation | 28 Apr 2026 |
| 3 Apr 2026 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Standard survey | 28 Apr 2026 |
| 11 Feb 2026 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D | Complaint investigation | 24 Feb 2026 |
| 11 Feb 2026 | F0605 | Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. | D | Complaint investigation | 24 Feb 2026 |
| 11 Feb 2026 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D | Complaint investigation | 24 Feb 2026 |
| 28 Jan 2026 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | D | Complaint investigation | 17 Feb 2026 |
| 28 Jan 2026 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D | Complaint investigation | 17 Feb 2026 |
| 28 Jan 2026 | F0602 | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. | D | Complaint investigation | 17 Feb 2026 |
| 28 Jan 2026 | F0610 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | D | Complaint investigation | 17 Feb 2026 |
| 28 Jan 2026 | F0655 | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted | D | Complaint investigation | 17 Feb 2026 |
| 28 Jan 2026 | F0657 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | D | Complaint investigation | 17 Feb 2026 |
| 28 Jan 2026 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Complaint investigation | 17 Feb 2026 |
| 5 Jan 2026 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D | Complaint investigation | 2 Feb 2026 |
| 11 Dec 2025 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D | Complaint investigation | 23 Jan 2026 |
| 20 Nov 2025 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | E | Complaint investigation | 24 Nov 2025 |
| 20 Nov 2025 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D | Complaint investigation | 24 Nov 2025 |
| 19 Nov 2025 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D | Complaint investigation | 12 Dec 2025 |
| 13 Nov 2025 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D | Complaint investigation | 8 Dec 2025 |
| 25 Aug 2025 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D | Complaint investigation | 25 Sep 2025 |
| 25 Aug 2025 | F0607 | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. | D | Complaint investigation | 25 Sep 2025 |
| 25 Aug 2025 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D | Complaint investigation | 25 Sep 2025 |
| 16 Jul 2025 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D | Complaint investigation | 8 Aug 2025 |
| 16 Jul 2025 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D | Complaint investigation | 8 Aug 2025 |
| 22 Apr 2025 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | G | Complaint investigation | 23 May 2025 |
| 13 Mar 2025 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D | Complaint investigation | 18 Mar 2025 |
| 17 Dec 2024 | F0757 | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. | E | Complaint investigation | 18 Dec 2024 |
| 17 Dec 2024 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Complaint investigation | 18 Dec 2024 |
| 2 Dec 2024 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D | Complaint investigation | 3 Dec 2024 |
| 29 Oct 2024 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D | Complaint investigation | 8 Nov 2024 |
| 26 Sep 2024 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Complaint investigation | 30 Sep 2024 |
| 3 Nov 2023 | F0565 | Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility. | E | Standard survey | 18 Dec 2023 |
| 3 Nov 2023 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | D | Standard survey | 15 Dec 2023 |
| 3 Nov 2023 | F0572 | Give residents a notice of rights, rules, services and charges. | D | Standard survey | 18 Dec 2023 |
| 3 Nov 2023 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D | Standard survey | 15 Dec 2023 |
| 3 Nov 2023 | F0645 | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities | D | Standard survey | 18 Dec 2023 |
| 3 Nov 2023 | F0657 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | D | Standard survey | 18 Dec 2023 |
| 3 Nov 2023 | F0658 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | D | Standard survey | 18 Dec 2023 |
| 3 Nov 2023 | F0680 | Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional. | D | Standard survey | 18 Dec 2023 |
| 3 Nov 2023 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Standard survey | 18 Dec 2023 |
| 3 Nov 2023 | F0759 | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. | D | Standard survey | 18 Dec 2023 |
| 3 Nov 2023 | F0761 | 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, compartments for controlled drugs. | D | Standard survey | 18 Dec 2023 |
| 3 Nov 2023 | F0804 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | D | Standard survey | 15 Dec 2023 |
| 3 Nov 2023 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | D | Standard survey | 15 Dec 2023 |
| 15 Sep 2022 | F0644 | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. | E | Standard survey | 9 Dec 2022 |
| 15 Sep 2022 | F0655 | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted | E | Standard survey | 9 Dec 2022 |
| 15 Sep 2022 | F0676 | Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. | E | Standard survey | 9 Dec 2022 |
| 15 Sep 2022 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D | Standard survey | 9 Dec 2022 |
| 15 Sep 2022 | F0645 | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities | D | Standard survey | 9 Dec 2022 |
| 15 Sep 2022 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | Standard survey | 9 Dec 2022 |
| 15 Sep 2022 | F0658 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | D | Standard survey | 9 Dec 2022 |
| 15 Sep 2022 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Standard survey | 9 Dec 2022 |
| 15 Sep 2022 | F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | D | Standard survey | 9 Dec 2022 |
| 15 Sep 2022 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Standard survey | 9 Dec 2022 |
| 15 Sep 2022 | F0756 | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. | D | Standard survey | 9 Dec 2022 |
| 15 Sep 2022 | F0806 | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. | D | Standard survey | 9 Dec 2022 |
| 15 Sep 2022 | F0882 | Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home. | D | Standard survey | 9 Dec 2022 |
| 15 Sep 2022 | F0885 | Report COVID19 data to residents and families. | D | Standard survey | 9 Dec 2022 |
| 15 Sep 2022 | F0888 | Ensure staff are vaccinated for COVID-19 | D | Standard survey | 9 Dec 2022 |
| 15 Sep 2022 | F0943 | Give their staff education on dementia care, and what abuse, neglect, and exploitation are; and how to report abuse, neglect, and exploitation. | D | Standard survey | 9 Dec 2022 |
Penalties
| Date | Type | Amount | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Apr 2026 | Fine | $22,204 | |
| 22 Apr 2025 | Fine | $20,930 |
Staffing
Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the Arizona average. Turnover: nursing staff 46.4%, RNs 50.0%; 1 administrator left in the reporting year.
Quality measures
| Measure | Residents | This facility | Arizona median | US median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | Long Stay | 14.4% | 8.8% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 0.2% | 1.7% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 4.0% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 16.7% | 11.4% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 2.6% | 3.9% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 30.1% | 7.9% | 13.4% |
Four-quarter averages for the measures CMS uses in the quality-measure star rating (2025Q2-2026Q1). Lower is better for every measure listed. Medians are computed across facilities on this site.
Ownership
Ownership type: for-profit, limited liability company. Legal business name: Sandstone Of Tucson Rehab Centre Llc. Chain: Sandstone Healthcare Group (3 facilities).
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sandstone Healthcare Group LLC | Operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2021 |
| Curis Services LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2021 |
| Sandstone Healthcare Group LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/10/2025 |
Only organisations are shown. CMS also records individual owners, officers and managing employees; this site does not publish people's names.
Other nursing homes in Pima County
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Haven Health Green Valley, LLC | Green Valley | 111 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 27 | 24.3 | — | 5 Jun 2026 |
| Haven of Saguaro Valley | Tucson | 112 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 18 | 16.1 | — | 23 Dec 2025 |
| Skilled Nursing Unit At Oro Valley Hospital | Oro Valley | 33 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 9 | 27.3 | — | 14 May 2026 |
| The Center At Tucson | Tucson | 96 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 22 | 22.9 | — | 16 Aug 2024 |
| Brookdale Santa Catalina | Tucson | 42 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 31 | 73.8 | — | 29 May 2026 |
| Catalina Post Acute and Rehabilitation | Tucson | 102 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 21 | 20.6 | — | 29 Oct 2025 |
| Mountain View Care Center | Tucson | 120 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 23 | 19.2 | — | 6 Jun 2025 |
| Park Avenue Health and Rehabilitation Center | Tucson | 200 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 23 | 11.5 | $25K | 24 Oct 2025 |
All 24 facilities in Pima County
Questions and answers
How many deficiencies has Sandstone of Tucson Rehab Centre been cited for?
63 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 2 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The Arizona median is 20 per facility.
Has Sandstone of Tucson Rehab Centre been fined?
Yes. CMS lists fines totalling $43K in the period covered.
How does staffing at Sandstone of Tucson Rehab Centre compare?
Reported total nurse staffing is 3.8 hours per resident per day against a Arizona median of 3.8 and a national average of 3.9.
Who operates Sandstone of Tucson Rehab Centre?
It is part of the Sandstone Healthcare Group chain. Ownership type is for-profit, limited liability company. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include Sandstone Healthcare Group LLC. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.
When was Sandstone of Tucson Rehab Centre last inspected?
The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 7 May 2026; the most recent standard health survey was 3 Apr 2026.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Care Compare datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership and quality measures), processed 1 Aug 2026. Ratings and citations may change; the Care Compare record is authoritative.
Provenance
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare nursing home datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership, MDS quality measures, state and national averages), public domain, processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026. Facility record: Care Compare. Errors in processing are corrected at the next daily build; see corrections.