Maricopa County, Arizona · Nursing home
Montecito Post Acute Care and Rehabilitation
4 of 5 overall from CMS
51 South 48th Street, Mesa, AZ 85206
At a glance
- Overall rating 4 of 5 Above the state average of 3.3
- Nurse time per resident, per day 4.21 hours Above the state average of 3.98
- Nursing staff who left in a year 34.2% Below the state average of 45.1%
- Health citations, last 3 inspection cycles 18 1 at the harm level or above
- Fines in 3 years $8,278 1 fine
- Certified beds in use 90.9% of 222 beds, on an average day
Arrows only show whether a figure is above or below the state average. They are not a judgment of the home.
Montecito Post Acute Care and Rehabilitation is a 222-bed nursing home in Mesa, Arizona (Maricopa County). CMS rates it 4 of 5 stars overall as of Sep 2026. It reports 4.21 nurse staffing hours per resident per day, above the Arizona average of 3.98. CMS lists 1 fine totaling $8,278 in the past three years.
- Certified beds
- 222
- Residents per day (average)
- 201.7
- Certified since
- 1986 (40 yrs)
For profit - Corporation Participates in Medicare and MedicaidPart of The Ensign Group (344 homes)
Bed use is this site's calculation: average residents per day divided by certified beds. It is an average, so it does not show today's openings.
Terms used on this page
- CMS
- The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that publishes the ratings, staffing figures, inspection results and penalties shown here.
- Certified beds
- The number of federally certified beds CMS lists for the home.
- Deficiency or citation
- A federal requirement that inspectors found the home did not meet. Each one gets a letter from A to L for how serious it was and how many residents were affected. What the letters mean
- Actual harm
- Letters G, H and I: actual harm to a resident that is not immediate jeopardy.
- Immediate jeopardy
- Letters J, K and L: the problem caused, or was likely to cause, serious injury, harm, impairment or death to a resident.
- Inspection cycle
- A standard inspection plus the complaint and infection-control citations CMS assigns to it. This page shows the three most recent cycles.
- Special Focus Facility (SFF)
- A home CMS has placed under closer oversight because of its inspection record. More about the program
Questions to ask Montecito Post Acute Care and Rehabilitation
Chosen from this home's public data.
- CMS lists 1 fine totaling $8,278 in the past three years. What changed after the most recent one?Penalties in CMS data
- Reported nurse staffing is 3.48 hours per resident on weekends against 4.21 overall. Who covers Saturdays and Sundays?Weekend staffing in CMS data
- What is the daily private-pay rate, and are Medicaid beds available now?CMS does not publish prices
More in what to ask on a nursing home tour.
CMS star ratings
- Overall 4 of 5 Arizona average 3.3
- Health inspections 3 of 5 Arizona average 2.8
- Staffing 4 of 5 Arizona average 2.9
- Quality measures 5 of 5 Arizona average 4.5
The vertical line marks the Arizona average. Ratings run from 1 to 5. How to read CMS star ratings
Nurse staffing
Hours of care per resident per day, as the home reported to CMS.
What these roles do
Nurse aides give most hands-on daily care, such as help with bathing, dressing and meals. Licensed practical nurses give medications and routine nursing care. Registered nurses assess residents and direct their care.
- All nursing staff 4.21 h Arizona average 3.98
- Nurse aides 2.13 h Arizona average 2.24
- Licensed practical nurses 0.85 h Arizona average 1.04
- Registered nurses 1.23 h Arizona average 0.70
- All staff, weekends 3.48 h Arizona average 3.51
How much nurse staffing is enough? All bars share one scale, 0 to 9 hours. The vertical line marks the Arizona average; the national average for all nursing staff is 3.86 hours.
- Nursing staff turnover34.2%
- Arizona average45.1%
- Registered nurse turnover17.6%
- Arizona average43.6%
- Administrators who left0
Quality measures
CMS calculates these from residents' assessments and Medicare claims. They are shown as published, next to the Arizona and national averages. marks the measures CMS uses in its quality star rating; for those, the rating gives more points for a lower rate.
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This home | Arizona | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 1.0% | 10.7% | 13.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 6.7% | 5.3% | 5.2% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 0.4% | 1.2% | 1.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 2.3% | 3.9% | 12.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 2.7% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 1.0% | 2.1% | 3.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 100.0% | 96.9% | 93.6% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 1.4% | 12.8% | 14.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 30.3% | 21.0% | 19.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 99.4% | 94.6% | 95.5% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 8.7% | 4.4% | 4.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 20.8% | 20.6% | 19.0% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 2.8% | 10.6% | 15.4% |
| ★ Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 1.60 | 1.47 | 1.90 |
| ★ Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 0.63 | 1.42 | 1.78 |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This home | Arizona | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 99.9% | 91.8% | 82.0% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 0.1% | 1.2% | 1.6% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 98.8% | 87.3% | 79.8% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 14.9% | 23.7% | 23.8% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 6.0% | 10.4% | 12.0% |
Measure periods: April 2025 to March 2026 for most measures; July 2024 to June 2025 for the flu vaccine measures; January to December 2025 for the hospital and emergency department measures, which CMS risk-adjusts. See the measures on Medicare.gov
Inspection history
Inspectors cited 18 health deficiencies in the three most recent inspection cycles. Of these, 1 involved actual harm; the rest were graded as no actual harm. 4 were cited in connection with a complaint investigation. The most recent citation at the harm level or above was on May 20, 2025: Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
| Standard inspection | Health | Fire safety |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 14, 2025 | 4 | 1 |
| Aug 18, 2023 | 3 | 0 |
| Jul 1, 2022 | 11 | 0 |
Arizona homes averaged 6.4 health deficiencies in the latest cycle; the national average is 9.2. Each cycle's health count covers the standard inspection on that date plus the complaint and infection-control citations CMS assigns to that cycle.
Health citations, three most recent inspection cycles (18)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Oct 3, 2025)
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GActual harm, isolated
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jun 13, 2025)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Nursing and Physician Services · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 28, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 28, 2025)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Pharmacy Service · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 28, 2025)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Complaint investigation · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 28, 2023)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Complaint investigation · Pharmacy Service · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 28, 2023)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 29, 2023)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 29, 2023)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 8, 2022)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 8, 2022)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 8, 2022)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 8, 2022)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 8, 2022)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 8, 2022)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 8, 2022)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 8, 2022)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
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 feeding tube.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Aug 8, 2022)
What severity letters A to L mean
Each sentence above is the requirement that was not met, in CMS's wording. For the inspection results as Medicare publishes them, open this home's page on Medicare.gov and look under "Health inspections".
Penalties, past three years
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| May 20, 2025 | Fine | $8,278 |
Arizona homes averaged 0.5 fines and $8,928 in fine amounts; the national averages are 0.9 and $30,972.
Cost
Not in the public data. CMS does not publish what a nursing home charges.
Ask the home for its daily private-pay rate and whether a bed is open for your coverage. See what Medicare covers and how Medicaid pays for a nursing home.
Compared within Arizona
- Size7 of 140 by certified beds
- Arizona average residents per day88.1
- ChainThe Ensign Group
- Chain average overall rating3.2 of 5
- Resident or family councilResident
- Homes in Mesa11
- Homes in Maricopa County77
Common questions
What is the CMS star rating for Montecito Post Acute Care and Rehabilitation?
Montecito Post Acute Care and Rehabilitation has an overall rating of 4 of 5 stars from CMS as of Sep 2026. Its health inspection rating is 3, staffing is 4 and quality measures is 5.
How many beds does Montecito Post Acute Care and Rehabilitation have?
Montecito Post Acute Care and Rehabilitation has 222 certified beds. It averages 201.7 residents per day, about 90.9% of its certified beds.
How much nursing care do residents get at Montecito Post Acute Care and Rehabilitation?
The home reports 4.21 hours of nurse staffing per resident per day, including 1.23 hours from registered nurses. The Arizona average is 3.98 hours and 0.70 hours from registered nurses.
Has Montecito Post Acute Care and Rehabilitation been fined?
Yes. CMS lists 1 fine totaling $8,278 in the past three years.
Does Montecito Post Acute Care and Rehabilitation accept Medicare or Medicaid?
CMS lists its participation as "Medicare and Medicaid". Ask the home whether a bed is open for your coverage.
Guides for families looking at this home
- Understanding the recordWhat to ask on a nursing home tourQuestions that turn a home's public record into a useful conversation when you tour, plus what to look for yourself.
- Understanding the recordInspection severity letters A to LHow inspectors grade each deficiency by harm and by how many residents were affected.
- Understanding the recordHow to read CMS star ratingsWhat the overall, health inspection, staffing and quality measure ratings cover, and what they leave out.
Nearest nursing homes
- 5 of 5 Citadel Post Acute 128beds 94.1%in use 3.55nurse hours a day
- 5 of 5 Desert Blossom Health & Rehab Center 106beds 89.7%in use 3.45nurse hours a day
- 5 of 5 Advanced Healthcare of Mesa 38beds 96.1%in use 5.25nurse hours a day
Sorted by straight-line distance. This is not a ranking or a recommendation. Compare all homes in Maricopa County
Who to call in Arizona
These offices serve residents of every nursing home in Arizona.
- Long-term care ombudsman Arizona Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program (Office of Arizona State Long-Term Care Ombudsman Program) 602-542-6454 (Extension 9 (state office). Regional programs: Maricopa County 602-264-4357; Pima County 520-790-7262; Yavapai, Coconino, Navajo and Apache counties 877-521-3500; Mohave, La Paz and Yuma counties 928-217-7114; Pinal and Gila counties 520-836-2758; Cochise, Graham, Greenlee and Santa Cruz counties 520-432-2528 ext. 206. Navajo Nation 602-542-6454 or 602-542-6432; Inter-Tribal Council of Arizona 800-591-9370.) An advocate for residents and their families.
- File a complaint about a nursing home Arizona Department of Health Services, Bureau of Long-Term Care Licensing 602-364-2690 (Long Term Care Licensing. Complaints can also be filed with the online complaint form for long-term care facilities.) The state agency that inspects nursing homes.
Arizona staffing, bed-hold and Medicaid rules · Residents' rights in every state
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home datasets processed Sep 1, 2026. CMS Certification Number 035135. See this home's official record on Medicare.gov
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