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Desert Springs Post Acute

74-350 Country Club Drive · Palm Desert, CA 92260 · 178 certified beds

7603410261

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Public record

CMS Care Compare · Updated Jul 2026

Certification

  • Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)

Ratings

1.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-06-01.GOV

Staffing rating

2.0

Quality-measure rating

4.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

114

Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025Q4.GOV

Staffing rating

Not published

Quality-measure rating

Not published

Inspections on record

Not published

Cited deficiencies

Not published

Inspection history (129)

  • March 4, 2025 · D

    Citation F0688

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-04 under CMS tag F0688 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-03-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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  • March 4, 2025 · D

    Citation F0609

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-04 under CMS tag F0609 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-03-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-04.GOV
  • March 4, 2025 · D

    Citation F0684

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-04 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-03-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-03-04.GOV
  • January 31, 2025 · D

    Citation F0689

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-31 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-21. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-01-31.GOV
  • January 21, 2025 · D

    Citation F0609

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-21 under CMS tag F0609 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-01-24. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-01-21.GOV
  • January 10, 2025 · D

    Citation F0806

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-10 under CMS tag F0806 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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  • January 10, 2025 · D

    Citation F0758

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-10 under CMS tag F0758 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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 l…. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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  • January 10, 2025 · E

    Citation F0812

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-10 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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  • January 10, 2025 · D

    Citation F0756

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-10 under CMS tag F0756 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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  • January 10, 2025 · E

    Citation F0578

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-10 under CMS tag F0578 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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  • January 10, 2025 · E

    Citation F0640

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-10 under CMS tag F0640 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Encode each resident’s assessment data and transmit these data to the State within 7 days of assessment. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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  • January 10, 2025 · E

    Citation F0725

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-10 under CMS tag F0725 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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  • January 10, 2025 · F

    Citation F0814

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-10 under CMS tag F0814 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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  • January 10, 2025 · E

    Citation F0809

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-10 under CMS tag F0809 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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  • January 10, 2025 · E

    Citation F0802

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-10 under CMS tag F0802 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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  • January 10, 2025 · E

    Citation F0584

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-10 under CMS tag F0584 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-01-10.GOV
  • January 10, 2025 · D

    Citation F0684

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-10 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025-01-10.GOV
  • January 10, 2025 · E

    Citation F0804

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-10 under CMS tag F0804 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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  • January 10, 2025 · D

    Citation F0685

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-10 under CMS tag F0685 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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  • January 10, 2025 · E

    Citation F0558

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-01-10 under CMS tag F0558 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-02-06. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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Penalties

Total fines on file: $74,424

Staffing

Latest: 4.13 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026-06-01)

Staffing trend (2 periods)

  1. 2025Q44.13 hrs/resident/day
  2. 2026-06-014.13 hrs/resident/day

Most recent period is about the same as 2025Q4. Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.

Ownership

For profit - Limited Liability company

CMS Care Compare chain: Pacs Group

Chain ID 690 · 280 facilities in chain (CMS)

  • Chain average overall rating: 3
  • Chain average health inspection rating: 2.5
  • Chain average staffing rating: 2.4
  • Chain average quality measure rating: 4.3

Chain averages are CMS-published figures for facilities sharing this Chain ID (formerly Affiliated Entity). They are not ElderCareCosts scores.

  1. Parent organization: Hcr IV Healthcare, LLC

    parent · PAC 4284715327

Ratings, inspections, and penalties are public records, reproduced in plain English without edits to their substance. View source records · What these measures mean.

Typical cost

Genworth Cost of Care Survey · 2024

This provider doesn't publish a specific price to us. Below is the typical CA range for the care type(s) it offers. Use it as context, not a quote.

Nursing Homes

Median · CA$11,060/mo
See full CA cost breakdownSource: Genworth Cost of Care Survey · Updated 2024

Nursing Homes

Median · CA$12,167/mo
See full CA cost breakdownSource: Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · Updated 2025

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