DESERT REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER D/P SNF

Desert Regional Medical Center D/P SNF is a skilled nursing facility located at 1150 North Indian Canyon Drive in Palm Springs, California, within Riverside County. The facility operates 32 certified beds and is classified as a distinct part skilled nursing facility (D/P SNF), meaning it functions as a unit within a larger hospital setting. Ownership is held by a for-profit corporation. The facility holds an overall CMS Five-Star Quality Rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which matches the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS ratings are derived from three component domains, each rated independently. Desert Regional Medical Center D/P SNF receives a 2-star health inspection rating, which falls below the national average and reflects the results of on-site inspections conducted by state survey agencies, including findings related to deficiencies and complaint investigations. The staffing rating is 5 stars, the highest possible score, indicating staffing levels that exceed national benchmarks when accounting for resident acuity and case mix. The quality measure rating is 4 stars, above the national average, based on clinical data reported for residents across multiple care indicators such as falls, pressure ulcers, and rehospitalization rates. Desert Regional Medical Center D/P SNF is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid payment. Medicare typically covers short-term skilled nursing care following a qualifying hospital stay, subject to eligibility requirements and benefit period limits. Medicaid coverage for long-term care is income and asset dependent and administered through California's Medi-Cal program. Individuals and families seeking to confirm current payment acceptance or discuss specific coverage situations should contact the facility directly at (760) 323-6511. When considered against national benchmarks, this facility presents a mixed profile across its three rating components. The 5-star staffing rating is a notable strength relative to the national average, and the 4-star quality measure rating also exceeds typical performance levels. The 2-star health inspection rating, however, falls below what is considered average nationally. The overall 3-star rating places the facility at the national midpoint. Prospective residents and their families are encouraged to review the full CMS inspection reports available through Medicare's Care Compare tool and to conduct on-site visits when evaluating placement options.