ARIZONA STATE VETERAN HOME-TUCSON

Arizona State Veteran Home-Tucson is a state government-owned skilled nursing facility located at 555 East Ajo Way in Tucson, Arizona (ZIP code 85713), within Pima County. The facility operates 120 certified beds and is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid. As a state-operated veteran home, it serves eligible military veterans requiring long-term care and related nursing services. The facility holds an overall CMS star rating of 3 out of 5, which aligns with the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS star ratings are calculated using three component domains. The health inspection rating stands at 3 stars, reflecting a standard performance relative to facilities nationally. The staffing rating is 1 star, indicating staffing levels that fall below national norms as measured by CMS methodology, which accounts for both total nurse staffing hours per resident per day and the staffing consistency measures. The quality measure rating is 5 stars, the highest possible rating under the CMS system, reflecting strong performance across the clinical quality indicators that CMS uses to assess resident outcomes and care processes. Arizona State Veteran Home-Tucson accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as forms of payment, making it accessible to residents who qualify under either federal program. As a state government facility serving veterans, prospective residents or their representatives may also wish to inquire about eligibility through the Arizona Department of Veterans' Services and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, which may provide additional funding or admission pathways for qualifying individuals. Private pay and other coverage options may vary and should be confirmed directly with the facility administration by contacting the facility at (520) 638-2150. When viewed against national benchmarks, Arizona State Veteran Home-Tucson presents a mixed profile. Its overall 3-star rating matches the national average exactly, suggesting a mid-range composite performance. The 5-star quality measure rating is a notable distinction, placing the facility among the highest-performing nursing homes in the country on that specific dimension. However, the 1-star staffing rating represents a significant area of difference from national norms, as staffing levels are considered a foundational element of nursing home care delivery by CMS. The health inspection rating at 3 stars is consistent with national median performance. Individuals researching this facility are encouraged to review the full CMS Nursing Home Care Compare profile and to contact the facility directly to gather current information on staffing, services, and admission criteria.