Estrella Health and Rehabilitation Center
350 East La Canada · Avondale, AZ · 85323 · 6239322282
161 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: The Ensign Group
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
No standard inspection in over 2 years
The inspection record here is older than usual — conditions may have changed since.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.40 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.35 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.05 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 36% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (12 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E April 10, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D March 29, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected May 8, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D June 1, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected July 10, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 9, 2022
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected January 20, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 9, 2022
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected January 20, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 9, 2022
Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.
Corrected January 20, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 9, 2022
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
Corrected January 20, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 9, 2022
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected January 20, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E September 17, 2021
Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
Corrected November 15, 2021 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E September 17, 2021
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected November 15, 2021 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E September 17, 2021
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected November 15, 2021 · Nutrition and Dietary
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No harm found · B September 17, 2021
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected November 15, 2021 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 035166 · certified since July 26, 1988. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.