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LA CANADA CARE CENTER Inspection Report, Violations & Safety Grade (TUCSON, Arizona)

7970 NORTH LA CANADA DRIVE, TUCSON, Arizona 85704

Phone: 5207971191

CMS Overall:1/5

Overview & Bed Count

Certified Beds
128
Avg Residents/Day
96.9
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
County
Pima
Sprinkler Systems
Yes
Special Focus
None
Abuse Icon
No

CMS Star Ratings

Overall1/5
Health1/5
Staffing2/5
Quality4/5

Nurse Staffing Check

MetricThis FacilityArizona AvgDifference
RN Hours per Resident per Day0.410.74-0.32
Total Nurse Hours per Resident per Day3.344.08-0.74
CMS Staffing Rating2/53/5-
Nursing Staff Turnover47.1%44.8%-

Health Citation History

15 health citations on record

DateCategoryDescriptionSeverity
2026-04-24Nursing and Physician Services DeficienciesPost nurse staffing information every day.F – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-04-24Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation DeficienciesPrevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-04-24Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesEnsure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-03-05Resident Rights DeficienciesHonor 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.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-03-05Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation DeficienciesProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2026-01-21Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.G – Actual Harm
2026-01-21Pharmacy Service DeficienciesEnsure that residents are free from significant medication errors.G – Actual Harm
2024-02-02Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-02-02Nursing and Physician Services DeficienciesPost nurse staffing information every day.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2022-10-14Resident Assessment and Care Planning DeficienciesPASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual DisabilitiesE – Moderate Harm Potential
2022-10-14Nutrition and Dietary DeficienciesProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2022-10-14Resident Rights DeficienciesGive residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2022-10-14Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2022-10-14Quality of Life and Care DeficienciesProvide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2022-10-14Nursing and Physician Services DeficienciesPost nurse staffing information every day.B – Minimal Harm Potential

Fire Safety Citation History

10 fire safety citations on record

DateCategoryDescriptionSeverity
2024-02-02Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesEnsure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-02-02Egress DeficienciesAdd doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2024-02-02Smoke DeficienciesInstall corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2022-10-14Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesDevelop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).E – Moderate Harm Potential
2022-10-14Emergency Preparedness DeficienciesConduct testing and exercise requirements.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2022-10-14Miscellaneous DeficienciesHave simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.E – Moderate Harm Potential
2022-10-14Smoke DeficienciesProperly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2022-10-14Smoke DeficienciesInstall corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2022-10-14Miscellaneous DeficienciesTo conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.D – Moderate Harm Potential
2022-10-14Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems DeficienciesHave generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.D – Moderate Harm Potential

Total Penalties & Fines

$8,278
Total Fine Amount (CMS)
1
Number of Fines
1
Total Penalties
DateTypeFine AmountPayment Denial
2026-01-21Fine$8,278-

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