Sandy Health and Rehab
50 East 9000 South · Sandy, UT · 84070 · 8015619839
141 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Cascades Healthcare
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $22,562 in fines in the last 24 months.
- 12 citations involved actual harm to residents.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
1 abuse-related citation at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
Medicare/Medicaid payments were denied
CMS refused payment for new admissions for a period — one of its strongest enforcement tools.
67% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 2 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.31 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.84 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.84 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 67% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 3 · $89,798 |
Inspection citations (74 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E April 16, 2025
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.
Corrected May 20, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 16, 2025
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected May 20, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 16, 2025
Keep complete, dated laboratory records in the resident's record.
Corrected May 20, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D April 16, 2025
Keep signed and dated reports of x-rays and other diagnostic services in the residents record.
Corrected May 20, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E April 16, 2025
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected May 20, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D April 16, 2025
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected May 20, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E April 16, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected May 20, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E April 16, 2025
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected May 20, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D April 16, 2025
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Corrected May 20, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · E April 16, 2025 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
Corrected May 20, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Actual harm · G August 15, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected October 1, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 15, 2024 · found via complaint
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.
Corrected October 1, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 15, 2024 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected October 1, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E August 15, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected October 1, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 15, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected October 1, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Immediate jeopardy · L August 16, 2023 · found via complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected September 30, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Actual harm · H August 16, 2023 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected September 30, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Actual harm · G August 16, 2023 · found via complaint
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected September 30, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Actual harm · G August 16, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected September 30, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G August 16, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected September 30, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · H August 16, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected September 30, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G August 16, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected September 30, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G August 16, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
Corrected September 30, 2023 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Actual harm · G August 16, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder.
Corrected September 30, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · H August 16, 2023 · found via complaint
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
Corrected September 30, 2023 · Administration
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| August 15, 2024 | Fine | $8,018 |
| August 15, 2024 | Fine | $14,544 |
| August 16, 2023 | Fine | $67,236 |
| August 16, 2023 | Payment Denial | 2 days |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 465111 · certified since March 18, 1987. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.