Life Care Center Of Tucson

Life Care Center Of Tucson was recognized and ceritified in 1987 by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services as one of model nursing home providers promoting health and improving quality of life. Life Care Center Of Tucson which is located in 6211 North La Cholla Boulevard Tucson, is scientifically measured and assessed by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services and is shown to provide good nursing home services or products under the Medicare program. Life Care Center Of Tucson is being offered ceritified services and products in Arizona.
Address:   6211 North La Cholla Boulevard
       Tucson, AZ 85741

Phone:   (520) 575-0900

County: Pima
Federal Provider Number: 035140
Participates in: Medicare And Medicaid
Certified Date: Wednesday, January 7, 1987 (38 years certified)
Certified Agency: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Legal Business Name: Life Care Centers Of America, Inc.
Ownership Type: For Profit - Corporation
Provider Changed Ownership in Last 12 Months: No



TypeNameRole Description
OrganizationLife Care Centers Of America, Inc.5% Or More Ownership Interest
PersonJoan ThurmondDirector/officer
PersonBlossom StewartW-2 Managing Employee
PersonForrest PrestonDirector/officer
PersonForrest Preston5% Or More Ownership Interest
PersonPaula PowersW-2 Managing Employee
PersonJohn McmullanDirector/officer
PersonJennifer LindleyW-2 Managing Employee
PersonJai LarmanW-2 Managing Employee
PersonAmber JaneczkoW-2 Managing Employee
PersonBeecher HunterDirector/officer
PersonTerry HenryDirector/officer
PersonCindy CrossDirector/officer
PersonAngelena ClaytonDirector/officer
PersonStephen WolfW-2 Managing Employee

Provider Resides in Hospital: No
Number of Federally Certified Beds: 162
Number of Residents in Federally Certified Beds: 118 (73% occupied)
Continuing Care Retirement Community: No
Special Focus Facility: No
With a Resident and Family Council: Resident
Automatic Sprinkler Systems in All Required Areas: Yes


Survey Date: Thursday, October 3, 2013
Survey Type: Health
Deficiency: F0314 (Give residents proper treatment to prevent new bed (pressure) sores or heal existing bed sores.)
Scope Severity Code: G
Deficiency Corrected: Deficient, Provider Has Date Of Correction
Date the deficiency was corrected: Thursday, December 19, 2013
The inspection cycle of deficiency: 1 (the deficiency was found on a standard inspection)

Survey Date: Thursday, October 3, 2013
Survey Type: Health
Deficiency: F0309 (Provide necessary care and services to maintain or improve the highest well being of each resident .)
Scope Severity Code: E
Deficiency Corrected: Deficient, Provider Has Date Of Correction
Date the deficiency was corrected: Thursday, December 19, 2013
The inspection cycle of deficiency: 1 (the deficiency was found on a standard inspection)

Survey Date: Thursday, October 3, 2013
Survey Type: Fire Safety
Deficiency: K0064 (Portable fire extinguishers.)
Scope Severity Code: E
Deficiency Corrected: Deficient, Provider Has Date Of Correction
Date the deficiency was corrected: Thursday, November 14, 2013
The inspection cycle of deficiency: 1 (the deficiency was found on a standard inspection)

Survey Date: Thursday, October 3, 2013
Survey Type: Health
Deficiency: F0282 (Provide care by qualified persons according to each resident's written plan of care.)
Scope Severity Code: D
Deficiency Corrected: Deficient, Provider Has Date Of Correction
Date the deficiency was corrected: Thursday, December 19, 2013
The inspection cycle of deficiency: 1 (the deficiency was found on a standard inspection)

Survey Date: Thursday, October 3, 2013
Survey Type: Fire Safety
Deficiency: K0147 (Properly installed electrical wiring and equipment.)
Scope Severity Code: E
Deficiency Corrected: Deficient, Provider Has Date Of Correction
Date the deficiency was corrected: Thursday, November 14, 2013
The inspection cycle of deficiency: 1 (the deficiency was found on a standard inspection)

Survey Date: Thursday, October 3, 2013
Survey Type: Health
Deficiency: F0441 (Have a program that investigates, controls and keeps infection from spreading.)
Scope Severity Code: D
Deficiency Corrected: Deficient, Provider Has Date Of Correction
Date the deficiency was corrected: Thursday, December 19, 2013
The inspection cycle of deficiency: 1 (the deficiency was found on a standard inspection)

Survey Date: Thursday, October 3, 2013
Survey Type: Fire Safety
Deficiency: K0144 (Weekly inspections and monthly testing of generators.)
Scope Severity Code: E
Deficiency Corrected: Deficient, Provider Has Date Of Correction
Date the deficiency was corrected: Thursday, November 14, 2013
The inspection cycle of deficiency: 1 (the deficiency was found on a standard inspection)

Survey Date: Thursday, October 3, 2013
Survey Type: Fire Safety
Deficiency: K0029 (Special areas constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or an approved fire extinguishi)
Scope Severity Code: E
Deficiency Corrected: Deficient, Provider Has Date Of Correction
Date the deficiency was corrected: Thursday, November 14, 2013
The inspection cycle of deficiency: 1 (the deficiency was found on a standard inspection)

Survey Date: Thursday, October 3, 2013
Survey Type: Health
Deficiency: F0247 (Give notice to the resident before a room or roommate change.)
Scope Severity Code: D
Deficiency Corrected: Deficient, Provider Has Date Of Correction
Date the deficiency was corrected: Thursday, December 19, 2013
The inspection cycle of deficiency: 1 (the deficiency was found on a standard inspection)

Survey Date: Thursday, October 3, 2013
Survey Type: Health
Deficiency: F0312 (Assist those residents who need help with eating/drinking, grooming and personal and oral hygiene.)
Scope Severity Code: D
Deficiency Corrected: Deficient, Provider Has Date Of Correction
Date the deficiency was corrected: Thursday, December 19, 2013
The inspection cycle of deficiency: 1 (the deficiency was found on a standard inspection)

Survey Date: Thursday, October 3, 2013
Survey Type: Health
Deficiency: F0328 (Properly care for residents needing special services, including: injections, colostomy, ureostomy, i)
Scope Severity Code: D
Deficiency Corrected: Deficient, Provider Has Date Of Correction
Date the deficiency was corrected: Thursday, December 19, 2013
The inspection cycle of deficiency: 1 (the deficiency was found on a standard inspection)

Survey Date: Thursday, October 3, 2013
Survey Type: Fire Safety
Deficiency: K0050 (Record of quarterly fire drills for each shift under varying conditions.)
Scope Severity Code: F
Deficiency Corrected: Deficient, Provider Has Date Of Correction
Date the deficiency was corrected: Thursday, November 14, 2013
The inspection cycle of deficiency: 1 (the deficiency was found on a standard inspection)

Survey Date: Thursday, October 3, 2013
Survey Type: Health
Deficiency: F0281 (Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.)
Scope Severity Code: D
Deficiency Corrected: Deficient, Provider Has Date Of Correction
Date the deficiency was corrected: Thursday, December 19, 2013
The inspection cycle of deficiency: 1 (the deficiency was found on a standard inspection)

Survey Date: Thursday, October 3, 2013
Survey Type: Health
Deficiency: F0371 (Store, cook, and serve food in a safe and clean way.)
Scope Severity Code: D
Deficiency Corrected: Deficient, Provider Has Date Of Correction
Date the deficiency was corrected: Thursday, December 19, 2013
The inspection cycle of deficiency: 1 (the deficiency was found on a standard inspection)

Survey Date: Thursday, October 3, 2013
Survey Type: Fire Safety
Deficiency: K0025 (Walls that prevent smoke from passing through and would resist fire for at least one hour.)
Scope Severity Code: E
Deficiency Corrected: Deficient, Provider Has Date Of Correction
Date the deficiency was corrected: Thursday, November 14, 2013
The inspection cycle of deficiency: 1 (the deficiency was found on a standard inspection)

Survey Date: Thursday, October 3, 2013
Survey Type: Health
Deficiency: F0329 (Ensure that each resident's 1) entire drug/medication regimen is free from unnecessary drugs; and 2))
Scope Severity Code: D
Deficiency Corrected: Deficient, Provider Has Date Of Correction
Date the deficiency was corrected: Thursday, December 19, 2013
The inspection cycle of deficiency: 1 (the deficiency was found on a standard inspection)

Survey Date: Thursday, October 3, 2013
Survey Type: Fire Safety
Deficiency: K0076 (Proper medical gas storage and administration areas.)
Scope Severity Code: E
Deficiency Corrected: Deficient, Provider Has Date Of Correction
Date the deficiency was corrected: Thursday, November 14, 2013
The inspection cycle of deficiency: 1 (the deficiency was found on a standard inspection)

Survey Date: Thursday, October 3, 2013
Survey Type: Health
Deficiency: F0431 (Maintain drug records and properly mark/label drugs and other similar products according to accepted)
Scope Severity Code: E
Deficiency Corrected: Deficient, Provider Has Date Of Correction
Date the deficiency was corrected: Thursday, December 19, 2013
The inspection cycle of deficiency: 1 (the deficiency was found on a standard inspection)

Survey Date: Thursday, October 3, 2013
Survey Type: Fire Safety
Deficiency: K0038 (Exits that are accessible at all times.)
Scope Severity Code: D
Deficiency Corrected: Deficient, Provider Has Date Of Correction
Date the deficiency was corrected: Thursday, November 14, 2013
The inspection cycle of deficiency: 1 (the deficiency was found on a standard inspection)

Survey Date: Thursday, October 3, 2013
Survey Type: Fire Safety
Deficiency: K0069 (Properly protected cooking facilities.)
Scope Severity Code: D
Deficiency Corrected: Deficient, Provider Has Date Of Correction
Date the deficiency was corrected: Thursday, November 14, 2013
The inspection cycle of deficiency: 1 (the deficiency was found on a standard inspection)

Survey Date: Thursday, October 3, 2013
Survey Type: Health
Deficiency: F0280 (Allow residents the right to participate in the planning or revision of care and treatment.)
Scope Severity Code: D
Deficiency Corrected: Deficient, Provider Has Date Of Correction
Date the deficiency was corrected: Thursday, December 19, 2013
The inspection cycle of deficiency: 1 (the deficiency was found on a standard inspection)

Survey Date: Thursday, August 16, 2012
Survey Type: Fire Safety
Deficiency: K0018 (Corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.)
Scope Severity Code: D
Deficiency Corrected: Deficient, Provider Has Date Of Correction
Date the deficiency was corrected: Monday, September 17, 2012
The inspection cycle of deficiency: 2 (the deficiency was found on a standard inspection)

Survey Date: Thursday, August 16, 2012
Survey Type: Fire Safety
Deficiency: K0147 (Properly installed electrical wiring and equipment.)
Scope Severity Code: D
Deficiency Corrected: Deficient, Provider Has Date Of Correction
Date the deficiency was corrected: Monday, September 17, 2012
The inspection cycle of deficiency: 2 (the deficiency was found on a standard inspection)

Survey Date: Thursday, August 16, 2012
Survey Type: Fire Safety
Deficiency: K0025 (Walls that prevent smoke from passing through and would resist fire for at least one hour.)
Scope Severity Code: D
Deficiency Corrected: Deficient, Provider Has Date Of Correction
Date the deficiency was corrected: Monday, September 17, 2012
The inspection cycle of deficiency: 2 (the deficiency was found on a standard inspection)

Survey Date: Monday, August 13, 2012
Survey Type: Health
Deficiency: F0225 (1) Hire only people with no legal history of abusing, neglecting or mistreating residents; or 2) rep)
Scope Severity Code: D
Deficiency Corrected: Deficient, Provider Has Date Of Correction
Date the deficiency was corrected: Wednesday, October 10, 2012
The inspection cycle of deficiency: 2 (the deficiency was found on a standard inspection)

Survey Date: Monday, August 13, 2012
Survey Type: Health
Deficiency: F0280 (Allow residents the right to participate in the planning or revision of care and treatment.)
Scope Severity Code: D
Deficiency Corrected: Deficient, Provider Has Date Of Correction
Date the deficiency was corrected: Wednesday, October 10, 2012
The inspection cycle of deficiency: 2 (the deficiency was found on a standard inspection)

Survey Date: Monday, August 13, 2012
Survey Type: Health
Deficiency: F0279 (Develop a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that c)
Scope Severity Code: D
Deficiency Corrected: Deficient, Provider Has Date Of Correction
Date the deficiency was corrected: Wednesday, October 10, 2012
The inspection cycle of deficiency: 2 (the deficiency was found on a standard inspection)

Survey Date: Monday, August 13, 2012
Survey Type: Health
Deficiency: F0412 (Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.)
Scope Severity Code: D
Deficiency Corrected: Deficient, Provider Has Date Of Correction
Date the deficiency was corrected: Wednesday, October 10, 2012
The inspection cycle of deficiency: 2 (the deficiency was found on a standard inspection)

Survey Date: Monday, August 13, 2012
Survey Type: Health
Deficiency: F0500 (Employ or obtain outside professional resources to provide services in the nursing home when the fac)
Scope Severity Code: D
Deficiency Corrected: Deficient, Provider Has Date Of Correction
Date the deficiency was corrected: Wednesday, October 10, 2012
The inspection cycle of deficiency: 2 (the deficiency was found on a standard inspection)

Survey Date: Monday, August 13, 2012
Survey Type: Health
Deficiency: F0329 (Ensure that each resident's 1) entire drug/medication regimen is free from unnecessary drugs; and 2))
Scope Severity Code: D
Deficiency Corrected: Deficient, Provider Has Date Of Correction
Date the deficiency was corrected: Wednesday, October 10, 2012
The inspection cycle of deficiency: 2 (the deficiency was found on a standard inspection)

Survey Date: Monday, August 13, 2012
Survey Type: Health
Deficiency: F0309 (Provide necessary care and services to maintain or improve the highest well being of each resident .)
Scope Severity Code: D
Deficiency Corrected: Deficient, Provider Has Date Of Correction
Date the deficiency was corrected: Wednesday, October 10, 2012
The inspection cycle of deficiency: 2 (the deficiency was found on a standard inspection)

Survey Date: Monday, August 13, 2012
Survey Type: Health
Deficiency: F0431 (Maintain drug records and properly mark/label drugs and other similar products according to accepted)
Scope Severity Code: E
Deficiency Corrected: Deficient, Provider Has Date Of Correction
Date the deficiency was corrected: Wednesday, October 10, 2012
The inspection cycle of deficiency: 2 (the deficiency was found on a standard inspection)

Survey Date: Monday, August 13, 2012
Survey Type: Health
Deficiency: F0241 (Provide care for residents in a way that maintains or improves their dignity and respect in full rec)
Scope Severity Code: D
Deficiency Corrected: Deficient, Provider Has Date Of Correction
Date the deficiency was corrected: Wednesday, October 10, 2012
The inspection cycle of deficiency: 2 (the deficiency was found on a standard inspection)

Survey Date: Monday, August 13, 2012
Survey Type: Health
Deficiency: F0441 (Have a program that investigates, controls and keeps infection from spreading.)
Scope Severity Code: E
Deficiency Corrected: Deficient, Provider Has Date Of Correction
Date the deficiency was corrected: Wednesday, October 10, 2012
The inspection cycle of deficiency: 2 (the deficiency was found on a standard inspection)

Survey Date: Monday, August 13, 2012
Survey Type: Health
Deficiency: F0371 (Store, cook, and serve food in a safe and clean way.)
Scope Severity Code: E
Deficiency Corrected: Deficient, Provider Has Date Of Correction
Date the deficiency was corrected: Wednesday, October 10, 2012
The inspection cycle of deficiency: 2 (the deficiency was found on a standard inspection)

Survey Date: Monday, August 13, 2012
Survey Type: Health
Deficiency: F0372 (Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.)
Scope Severity Code: E
Deficiency Corrected: Deficient, Provider Has Date Of Correction
Date the deficiency was corrected: Wednesday, October 10, 2012
The inspection cycle of deficiency: 2 (the deficiency was found on a standard inspection)

Survey Date: Friday, April 27, 2012
Survey Type: Health
Deficiency: F0241 (Provide care for residents in a way that maintains or improves their dignity and respect in full rec)
Scope Severity Code: D
Deficiency Corrected: Deficient, Provider Has Date Of Correction
Date the deficiency was corrected: Monday, July 2, 2012
The inspection cycle of deficiency: 3 (the deficiency was found on a complaint inspection)

Survey Date: Friday, April 27, 2012
Survey Type: Health
Deficiency: F0492 (Operate and provide services according to Federal, State, and local laws and professional standards.)
Scope Severity Code: D
Deficiency Corrected: Deficient, Provider Has Date Of Correction
Date the deficiency was corrected: Monday, July 2, 2012
The inspection cycle of deficiency: 3 (the deficiency was found on a complaint inspection)

Survey Date: Friday, April 27, 2012
Survey Type: Health
Deficiency: F0282 (Provide care by qualified persons according to each resident's written plan of care.)
Scope Severity Code: D
Deficiency Corrected: Deficient, Provider Has Date Of Correction
Date the deficiency was corrected: Monday, July 2, 2012
The inspection cycle of deficiency: 3 (the deficiency was found on a complaint inspection)

Survey Date: Friday, April 27, 2012
Survey Type: Health
Deficiency: F0323 (Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provide adequate supervision to pr)
Scope Severity Code: G
Deficiency Corrected: Deficient, Provider Has Date Of Correction
Date the deficiency was corrected: Monday, July 2, 2012
The inspection cycle of deficiency: 3 (the deficiency was found on a complaint inspection)

Survey Date: Thursday, June 23, 2011
Survey Type: Fire Safety
Deficiency: K0062 (Automatic sprinkler systems that have been maintained in working order.)
Scope Severity Code: D
Deficiency Corrected: Deficient, Provider Has Date Of Correction
Date the deficiency was corrected: Wednesday, July 20, 2011
The inspection cycle of deficiency: 3 (the deficiency was found on a standard inspection)

Survey Date: Thursday, June 23, 2011
Survey Type: Fire Safety
Deficiency: K0029 (Special areas constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or an approved fire extinguishi)
Scope Severity Code: D
Deficiency Corrected: Deficient, Provider Has Date Of Correction
Date the deficiency was corrected: Wednesday, July 20, 2011
The inspection cycle of deficiency: 3 (the deficiency was found on a standard inspection)

Survey Date: Thursday, June 23, 2011
Survey Type: Fire Safety
Deficiency: K0147 (Properly installed electrical wiring and equipment.)
Scope Severity Code: D
Deficiency Corrected: Deficient, Provider Has Date Of Correction
Date the deficiency was corrected: Wednesday, July 20, 2011
The inspection cycle of deficiency: 3 (the deficiency was found on a standard inspection)

Survey Date: Wednesday, June 15, 2011
Survey Type: Health
Deficiency: F0441 (Have a program that investigates, controls and keeps infection from spreading.)
Scope Severity Code: E
Deficiency Corrected: Deficient, Provider Has Date Of Correction
Date the deficiency was corrected: Thursday, July 7, 2011
The inspection cycle of deficiency: 3 (the deficiency was found on a standard inspection)

Survey Date: Wednesday, June 15, 2011
Survey Type: Health
Deficiency: F0431 (Maintain drug records and properly mark/label drugs and other similar products according to accepted)
Scope Severity Code: D
Deficiency Corrected: Deficient, Provider Has Date Of Correction
Date the deficiency was corrected: Thursday, July 7, 2011
The inspection cycle of deficiency: 3 (the deficiency was found on a standard inspection)

Survey Date: Wednesday, June 15, 2011
Survey Type: Health
Deficiency: F0164 (Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.)
Scope Severity Code: D
Deficiency Corrected: Deficient, Provider Has Date Of Correction
Date the deficiency was corrected: Thursday, July 7, 2011
The inspection cycle of deficiency: 3 (the deficiency was found on a standard inspection)

Survey Date: Wednesday, June 15, 2011
Survey Type: Health
Deficiency: F0514 (Keep accurate, complete and organized clinical records on each resident that meet professional stand)
Scope Severity Code: D
Deficiency Corrected: Deficient, Provider Has Date Of Correction
Date the deficiency was corrected: Thursday, July 7, 2011
The inspection cycle of deficiency: 3 (the deficiency was found on a standard inspection)

Survey Date: Wednesday, June 15, 2011
Survey Type: Health
Deficiency: F0309 (Provide necessary care and services to maintain or improve the highest well being of each resident .)
Scope Severity Code: D
Deficiency Corrected: Deficient, Provider Has Date Of Correction
Date the deficiency was corrected: Thursday, July 7, 2011
The inspection cycle of deficiency: 3 (the deficiency was found on a standard inspection)

Number of Facility Reported Incidents: 0
Number of Substantiated Complaints: 12
Number of Fines: 1
Number of Payment Denials: 1
Total Number of Penalties: 2
Total Amount of Fines in Dollars: USD 57,558


Date of inspection that triggered the penalty: Monday, August 13, 2012
Penalty Type: Payment Denial
Date on which Medicare/Medicaid payment for new admissions was suspended: Friday, September 21, 2012
Number of days for which Medicare/Medicaid payment was suspended: 19

Date of inspection that triggered the penalty: Thursday, October 3, 2013
Penalty Type: Fine
Fine Amount: 57,558
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Quality Rating (4 out of 5 stars)
Staffing Rating (2 out of 5 stars)
RN Staffing Rating (4 out of 5 stars)
Overall Rating (1 out of 5 stars)
Nursing homes vary in the quality of care and services they provide to their residents. Reviewing health inspection results, staffing data, and quality measure data are three important ways to measure nursing home quality. This information gives you a "snap shot" of the care individual nursing home give.


Patients experiences Provider State Nation
Percent of High Risk Long Stay Residents With Pressure Ulcers
N/A
6%
6%
Percent of Long Stay Residents Experiencing One or More Falls with Major Injury
N/A
2%
3%
Percent of Long Stay Residents Who Self Report Moderate to Severe Pain
N/A
9%
8%
Percent of Long Stay Residents Who Were Physically Restrained
N/A
N/A
1%
Percent of Long Stay Residents Whose Need for Help with ADLs has Increased
N/A
15%
16%
Percent of Long Stay Residents with a Catheter Inserted and Left in Their Bladder
N/A
5%
3%
Percent of Long Stay Residents With a Urinary Tract Infection
N/A
6%
6%
Percent of Short Stay Residents Who Self Report Moderate to Severe Pain
N/A
22%
19%
Percent of Short Stay Residents With Pressure Ulcers That Are New or Worsened
N/A
1%
1%
Percent of Long Stay Residents Assessed and Appropriately Given the Pneumococcal Vaccine
N/A
96%
94%
Percent of Long Stay Residents Assessed and Appropriately Given the Seasonal Influenza Vaccine
N/A
96%
94%
Percent of Long Stay Residents Who Have Depressive Symptoms
N/A
3%
6%
Percent of Long Stay Residents Who Lose Too Much Weight
N/A
6%
7%
Percent of Long Stay Residents Who Received an Antipsychotic Medication
N/A
19%
20%
Percent of Low Risk Long Stay Residents Who Lose Control of Their Bowel or Bladder
N/A
53%
44%
Percent of Short Stay Residents Assessed and Appropriately Given the Pneumococcal Vaccine
N/A
90%
83%
Percent of Short Stay Residents Who Newly Received an Antipsychotic Medication
N/A
2%
2%
Percent of Short Stay Residents Who Were Assessed and Appropriately Given the Seasonal Influenza Vaccine
N/A
90%
84%

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