B

THE SPRINGS HEALTHCARE CENTER AT THE CARLOTTA

41505 CARLOTTA DRIVE, PALM DESERT, CA 92211
Score: 83 / 100

With a score of 83/100 and a B grade, The Springs Healthcare Center At The Carlotta is a well-regarded option in Palm Desert, California. The facility performs above average in most CMS categories, placing it in the 80th percentile statewide.

The Springs Healthcare Center At The Carlotta provides above-average staffing with 4.59 total nurse hours per resident per day. Higher staffing levels are generally associated with better care outcomes and more attentive staff.

Recent inspections identified 24 deficiencies at The Springs Healthcare Center At The Carlotta. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

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

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 4.59 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.54 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 1.47 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.58 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 4.16 3.8 Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.34 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

24
Total Deficiencies
Jan 27, 2026
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 24 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0880 Severity D
    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
    Jan 27, 2026 · Infection Control Deficiencies
  • Tag 0684 Severity D
    Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
    Dec 14, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0689 Severity D
    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    Aug 18, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0812 Severity E
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Jun 5, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0814 Severity E
    Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
    Jun 5, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary 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 4.3% 4.5% Average
Falls with major injury 4.9% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 0.0% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 0.0% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 10.0% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 0.0% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 6.8% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of B is based on a score of 83 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 5★ → 40 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 4★ → 20 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 2★ → 8 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)

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

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Certified Beds
59
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Jun 5, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
10