Apache Junction Health Center
Apache Junction, AZ · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 035112) · 190 certified beds
Health inspection: 3 · Quality measures: 5 · Staffing: 2
Federal fines: none on current record
Phone: (480) 983-0700 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Apache Junction Health Center has a CMS overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, above the Arizona state average of 3.32. Its health inspection rating is 3 stars and its staffing rating is 2 stars.
Apache Junction Health Center reports total nurse staffing of 3.60 hours per resident per day, including 0.23 RN hours per resident per day, with a nursing staff turnover rate of 42.6% and a CMS staffing rating of 2 stars.
Apache Junction Health Center has no federal fines on record, with 0 fines totaling $0.00, and no payment denials reported by CMS. No abuse icon or Special Focus status is indicated in the available data.
About this facility
Apache Junction Health Center is a 190-bed skilled nursing facility in Apache Junction, Pinal County, Arizona, with an average of 177.7 residents. It is organized as a for-profit corporation and has been Medicare and Medicaid certified since May 13, 1998.
According to CMS Care Compare, the facility holds an overall star rating of 4 out of 5, which is above the Arizona state average of 3.32. The four component ratings are: health inspection rating of 3 stars, quality measure (QM) rating of 5 stars, and staffing rating of 2 stars. Together these ratings reflect a mixed profile — strong quality measure performance paired with below-average staffing.
Nurse staffing data show total nurse hours of 3.60 per resident per day, with registered nurse (RN) hours of 0.23 per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 42.6%.
On the penalty record, CMS reports no federal fines on record (0 fines, $0.00 total) and no payment denials for this facility. No abuse icon or Special Focus status is indicated in the data provided for this facility.
Apache Junction Health Center is part of the Pacs Group chain, which operates 274 facilities nationally with an average chain rating of 2.9 stars. Ownership has not changed in the last 12 months.
Source: CMS Medicare Care Compare.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
It has an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which is above the Arizona state average of 3.32.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
Yes, it is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Total nurse hours are 3.60 per resident per day, including 0.23 RN hours per resident per day, with staff turnover at 42.6% and a staffing rating of 2 stars.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
No, CMS reports no federal fines on record and no payment denials for this facility.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
The available CMS data does not indicate an abuse icon or Special Focus status for this facility.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
It has 190 certified beds and an average daily census of 177.7 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
It is owned by a for-profit corporation and is part of the Pacs Group chain, which operates 274 facilities nationally with an average chain rating of 2.9 stars.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
It has been certified since May 13, 1998.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS rates facilities on an overall rating plus three components: health inspection, staffing, and quality measures; this facility scores 4 overall, 3 for health inspections, 2 for staffing, and 5 for quality measures.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
The data provided does not specify service lines like rehabilitation; contact the facility at 4809830700 and verify on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
The data provided does not cover tour details; contact the facility at 4809830700 to arrange a visit.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review the latest details at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/035112?state=AZ.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Star ratings, staffing hours, and penalty records are CMS's official published measures. Always tour the facility, review the current inspection record, and verify details with Medicare before making care decisions.