B

Hi-Desert Medical Center D/P SNF

6601 White Feather Rd, Joshua Tree, CA 92252
Score: 72 / 100

With a score of 72/100 and a B grade, Hi-Desert Medical Center D/P Snf is a well-regarded option in Joshua Tree, California. The facility performs above average in most CMS categories, placing it in the 65th percentile statewide.

Staffing at Hi-Desert Medical Center D/P Snf is near the national average, with 3.80 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).

Recent inspections identified 35 deficiencies at Hi-Desert Medical Center D/P Snf. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 32 / 40 pts
4 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 20 / 25 pts
4 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 8 / 20 pts
2 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 12 / 15 pts
4 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.80 3.8 Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.76 0.7 Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 1.15 0.7 Above Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 1.89 2.4 Below Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.28 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.62 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

35
Total Deficiencies
Jan 28, 2026
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 35 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0693 Severity D
    Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a f
    Jan 28, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0677 Severity D
    Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
    Sep 21, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0609 Severity D
    Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
    Aug 24, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
  • Tag 0656 Severity D
    Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
    Aug 5, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0657 Severity D
    Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
    Aug 5, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning 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 7.8% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 0.9% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 20.9% 14.5% Worse
Urinary tract infections 5.7% 2.5% Worse
ADL decline (daily activities) 14.0% 14.0% Average
Excessive weight loss 8.9% 7.5% Worse
New/worsened incontinence 12.0% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of B is based on a score of 72 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 4★ → 32 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 4★ → 20 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 2★ → 8 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 - Limited Liability company
Certified Beds
92
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Dec 4, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
9