PUEBLO SPRINGS REHABILITATION CENTER

Pueblo Springs Rehabilitation Center is a skilled nursing facility located at 5545 East Lee Street in Tucson, Arizona (85712), within Pima County. The facility operates with 129 certified beds and is classified as a for-profit limited liability company. It is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid residents. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) assigns star ratings to nursing facilities on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 representing the highest performance. Pueblo Springs Rehabilitation Center holds an overall CMS star rating of 1 out of 5, which falls below the national average of 3.0 stars. The health inspection rating stands at 2 out of 5, reflecting the outcomes of standard and complaint inspections conducted by state surveyors. The staffing rating is 1 out of 5, which accounts for the levels of registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and certified nursing assistants relative to the resident census. The quality measure rating is 4 out of 5, indicating that on clinical outcome measures, the facility performs above the national average. Quality measures assess factors such as rates of hospitalizations, falls, pressure ulcers, and functional decline among residents. Pueblo Springs Rehabilitation Center holds dual certification under Medicare and Medicaid, making it accessible to residents who qualify for either federal program. Medicare typically covers short-term skilled nursing and rehabilitation stays following a qualifying hospital admission. Medicaid may cover longer-term custodial care for residents who meet financial and clinical eligibility criteria in Arizona. Individuals and families seeking placement should verify current coverage policies and available bed types directly with the facility by calling (520) 296-2306. When compared to national benchmarks, Pueblo Springs Rehabilitation Center presents a mixed profile. The overall rating of 1 star is below the national average of 3.0 stars, and the staffing rating of 1 star similarly falls below typical national performance levels. The health inspection rating of 2 stars is also below the national midpoint. However, the quality measure rating of 4 stars indicates stronger-than-average performance on clinical outcome indicators, which may be a relevant consideration for those evaluating short-term rehabilitation options. Prospective residents and their representatives are encouraged to review the full CMS Nursing Home Care Compare profile and consult with healthcare providers when making placement decisions.