Nursing home

Desert Mountain Care Center

47-763 Monroe Avenue, Indio, CA 92201

★★★★★Overall Medicare rating
★★★★★Health inspections
★★★★★Staffing
★★★★★Quality measures

Medicare rates every nursing home from 1 to 5 stars. 5 is much above average, 1 is much below.

Findings, latest cycle15
Findings with harm or immediate jeopardy, 3 cycles0
Fines, 3 years$0
Beds99

Inspection findings

Inspectors recorded 45 findings in the last three inspection cycles.

45 No harm, but a risk of harm

Each entry below is a requirement that inspectors found the home did not meet on that date, in the regulator's own English wording.

Inspection dateAreaRequirement the home did not meet (official wording, in English)SeverityCorrected
May 27, 2026Quality of life and careProvide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. (F0690)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Jun 7, 2026
May 13, 2026Infection controlProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program. (F0880)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: Jun 7, 2026
Apr 17, 2026Quality of life and careProvide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. (F0686)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Apr 27, 2026
Earlier inspections (42)
Inspection dateAreaRequirement the home did not meet (official wording, in English)SeverityCorrected
Feb 18, 2026Building and environmentMake sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. (F0921)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Feb 19, 2026
Feb 18, 2026Building and environmentKeep all essential equipment working safely. (F0908)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Feb 19, 2026
Feb 18, 2026Quality of life and careProvide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. (F0697)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Feb 19, 2026
Feb 18, 2026Quality of life and careProvide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. (F0690)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Feb 19, 2026
Jun 26, 2025Building and environmentKeep all essential equipment working safely. (F0908)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Jul 2, 2025
Jun 26, 2025Infection controlProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program. (F0880)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Jul 2, 2025
Jun 26, 2025Food and nutritionProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. (F0812)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Jul 2, 2025
Jun 26, 2025Food and nutritionEnsure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. (F0806)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Jul 2, 2025
Jun 26, 2025Quality of life and careProvide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident. (F0790)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Jul 2, 2025
Jun 26, 2025Pharmacy and medicationsEnsure 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. (F0761)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Jul 2, 2025
Jun 26, 2025Pharmacy and medicationsProvide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. (F0755)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Jul 2, 2025
Jun 26, 2025Resident rightsAllow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. (F0554)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Jul 2, 2025
Jun 4, 2025Quality of life and careProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. (F0684)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Jun 4, 2025
Apr 22, 2025Infection controlProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program. (F0880)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: May 6, 2025
Apr 22, 2025Quality of life and careEnsure that the facility has sufficient staff members who possess the competencies and skills to meet the behavioral health needs of residents. (F0741)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: May 6, 2025
Apr 22, 2025Quality of life and careEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. (F0689)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: May 6, 2025
Apr 1, 2025Quality of life and careProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. (F0684)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Apr 2, 2025
Jan 23, 2025Infection controlProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program. (F0880)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: Jan 23, 2025
Nov 5, 2024Quality of life and careEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. (F0689)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Dec 2, 2024
Jul 30, 2024Quality of life and careProvide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. (F0677)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Aug 16, 2024
Jul 30, 2024Resident rightsHonor 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. (F0584)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: Aug 16, 2024
Jun 4, 2024Building and environmentMake sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. (F0925)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: Jun 7, 2024
Apr 25, 2024Quality of life and careProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. (F0684)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Apr 30, 2024
Feb 14, 2024Pharmacy and medicationsProvide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. (F0755)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern · from a complaint
Corrected: Feb 20, 2024
Jan 29, 2024Infection controlProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program. (F0880)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Feb 8, 2024
Nov 3, 2023Abuse, neglect and exploitationTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. (F0609)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated · from a complaint
Corrected: Nov 24, 2023
Aug 27, 2021Infection controlProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program. (F0880)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Sep 23, 2021
Aug 27, 2021AdministrationProvide or obtain x-rays/tests when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results. (F0777)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Sep 23, 2021
Aug 27, 2021AdministrationProvide timely, approved x-ray services, or have an agreement with an approved provider to obtain them. (F0776)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Sep 23, 2021
Aug 27, 2021AdministrationProvide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results. (F0773)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Sep 23, 2021
Aug 27, 2021Pharmacy and medicationsEnsure 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. (F0761)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Sep 23, 2021
Aug 27, 2021Pharmacy and medicationsImplement 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. (F0758)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Sep 23, 2021
Aug 27, 2021Pharmacy and medicationsEnsure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. (F0756)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Sep 23, 2021
Aug 27, 2021Pharmacy and medicationsProvide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. (F0755)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Sep 23, 2021
Aug 27, 2021Quality of life and careProvide 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. (F0688)No harm, but a risk of harm
pattern
Corrected: Sep 23, 2021
Aug 27, 2021Quality of life and careProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. (F0684)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Sep 23, 2021
Aug 27, 2021Resident assessment and care planningEnsure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. (F0658)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Sep 23, 2021
Aug 27, 2021Resident assessment and care planningDevelop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. (F0657)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Sep 23, 2021
Aug 27, 2021Resident assessment and care planningDevelop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. (F0656)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Sep 23, 2021
Aug 27, 2021Resident assessment and care planningProvide doctor's orders for the resident's immediate care at the time the resident was admitted. (F0635)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Sep 23, 2021
Aug 27, 2021Resident rightsHonor 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. (F0578)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Sep 23, 2021
Aug 27, 2021Resident rightsReasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. (F0558)No harm, but a risk of harm
isolated
Corrected: Sep 23, 2021

Fines and payment denials

No federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.

Staffing

Nurse staff hours per resident per day5.35California median: 4.27
Registered nurse hours per resident per day0.66California median: 0.52
Nurse staff hours on weekends4.79California median: 3.85
Nursing staff who left within a yearno dataCalifornia median: 36.0%

About this home

Beds99
Residents per day, average92.4
OwnershipFor-profit, limited liability company
Legal business nameStagecoach Healthcare, Inc.
ChainThe Ensign Group (347 homes)
In Medicare/Medicaid sinceSep 13, 1999

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