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The Center At Tucson
5020 East Glenn Street, Tucson, AZ 85712
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 96 beds, The Center At Tucson serves Tucson in Pima County, Arizona and has taken Medicare and Medicaid residents since 2018.
CMS gives it 5 of 5 stars overall, above the Arizona median of 3; the health inspection rating is 5, staffing 3 and quality measures 5.
Inspectors recorded 22 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (3, 2, 17 by cycle, most recent first), none at the actual-harm level. That is 22.9 per 100 beds, about the same as the state median of 18.4.
CMS lists no fines or payment denials against the facility in the period covered.
Reported nurse staffing is 4.2 hours per resident per day (0.8 RN), close to the Arizona median of 3.8; nursing staff turnover is 34.0%.
Compared with county, state and nation
| Measure | This facility | Pima Co. median | Arizona median | US average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating | 5 | 3 | 3 | 3.0 |
| Health citations, 3 cycles | 22 | 22 | 20 | 28.7 |
| Citations per 100 beds | 22.9 | 20.6 | 18.4 | 26.8 |
| Total nurse hours per resident day | 4.2 | 3.9 | 3.8 | 3.9 |
| RN hours per resident day | 0.8 | 0.5 | 0.6 | 0.7 |
| Nursing staff turnover | 34.0% | 42.3% | 46.3% | 45.8% |
| Fines listed | $0 | $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: 16 Aug 2024, 9 Feb 2023.
Severity mix: D ×18 E ×3 B ×1
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Aug 2024 | 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 | 16 Sep 2024 |
| 16 Aug 2024 | 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 | 16 Sep 2024 |
| 16 Aug 2024 | F0844 | Follow rules about disclosure of ownership requirements and tell the state agency about changes in ownership and/or administrative personnel. | B | Standard survey | 17 Aug 2024 |
| 9 Feb 2023 | F0584 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 18 Apr 2023 |
| 9 Feb 2023 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D | Standard survey | 18 Apr 2023 |
| 11 Feb 2022 | F0757 | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. | E | Standard survey | 25 Mar 2022 |
| 11 Feb 2022 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | E | Standard survey | 25 Mar 2022 |
| 11 Feb 2022 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E | Standard survey | 25 Mar 2022 |
| 11 Feb 2022 | F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | D | Standard survey | 25 Mar 2022 |
| 11 Feb 2022 | F0580 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | D | Standard survey | 25 Mar 2022 |
| 11 Feb 2022 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D | Standard survey | 25 Mar 2022 |
| 11 Feb 2022 | F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | D | Standard survey | 25 Mar 2022 |
| 11 Feb 2022 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Standard survey | 25 Mar 2022 |
| 11 Feb 2022 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Standard survey | 25 Mar 2022 |
| 11 Feb 2022 | F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | D | Standard survey | 25 Mar 2022 |
| 11 Feb 2022 | F0690 | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. | D | Standard survey | 25 Mar 2022 |
| 11 Feb 2022 | F0692 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | D | Standard survey | 25 Mar 2022 |
| 11 Feb 2022 | F0697 | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. | D | Standard survey | 25 Mar 2022 |
| 11 Feb 2022 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D | Standard survey | 25 Mar 2022 |
| 11 Feb 2022 | F0758 | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. | D | Standard survey | 25 Mar 2022 |
| 11 Feb 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 | 25 Mar 2022 |
| 11 Feb 2022 | F0885 | Report COVID19 data to residents and families. | D | Standard survey | 25 Mar 2022 |
Penalties
CMS lists no fines or payment denials for this facility in the period covered.
Staffing
Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the Arizona average. Turnover: nursing staff 34.0%, RNs 26.7%; 0 administrators left in the reporting year.
Quality measures
| Measure | Residents | This facility | Arizona median | US median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 0.0% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
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: Center At Tucson Llc. Chain: Veritas Management Group (13 facilities).
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Veritas Management Group LLC | Operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/27/2017 |
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 |
| 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 |
| Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation & Care Center | Tucson | 112 | 4 | 3 | 3 | 13 | 11.6 | — | 4 Feb 2026 |
All 24 facilities in Pima County
Questions and answers
How many deficiencies has The Center At Tucson been cited for?
22 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 0 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The Arizona median is 20 per facility.
Has The Center At Tucson been fined?
CMS lists no fines against the facility in the period covered.
How does staffing at The Center At Tucson compare?
Reported total nurse staffing is 4.2 hours per resident per day against a Arizona median of 3.8 and a national average of 3.9.
Who operates The Center At Tucson?
It is part of the Veritas Management Group chain. Ownership type is for-profit, limited liability company. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include Veritas Management Group LLC. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.
When was The Center At Tucson last inspected?
The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 16 Aug 2024; the most recent standard health survey was 16 Aug 2024.
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.