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LIFE CARE CENTER OF TUCSON

6211 NORTH LA CHOLLA BOULEVARD, TUCSON, AZ 85741
Score: 41 / 100

Life Care Center Of Tucson faces challenges in its CMS ratings, earning a D grade with a score of 41/100. The facility ranks in the 18th percentile among Arizona nursing homes, suggesting significant room for improvement.

Staffing at Life Care Center Of Tucson is near the national average, with 3.94 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).

Recent inspections identified 50 deficiencies at Life Care Center Of Tucson. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 8 / 40 pts
1 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 5 / 25 pts
1 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 16 / 20 pts
4 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 12 / 15 pts
4 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.94 3.8 Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.71 0.7 Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 1.06 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.18 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.52 3.8 Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.43 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

50
Total Deficiencies
Jan 4, 2026
Most Recent Inspection
⚪ 1 Minor 🟠 49 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0600 Severity D
    Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
    Jan 4, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
  • Tag 0689 Severity D
    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    Sep 17, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0602 Severity E
    Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
    Aug 14, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
  • Tag 0684 Severity D
    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    Aug 14, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0584 Severity E
    Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for d
    Jul 16, 2024 · Resident Rights Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.

Measure This Facility Nat'l Avg
Residents with pressure ulcers 7.4% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 0.5% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 11.5% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 2.2% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 12.0% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 5.8% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 19.1% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of D is based on a score of 41 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 1★ → 8 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 1★ → 5 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
162
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Jul 16, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
13