Sunview Respiratory and Rehabilitation
Nursing Home · Youngtown, AZ
CMS certification number035245
CMS lists this nursing home as a Special Focus Facility candidate – one of the lowest-performing nursing homes in its state based on inspection history.
This facility was cited for abuse, neglect or exploitation in a recent inspection (CMS abuse icon).
Contact & location
12207 North 113Th AvenueYoungtown, AZ 85363
Maricopa County
- Phone
- (623) 977-6532
- ZIP code
- 85363 – all care providers
Facility details
- Certified beds
- 127
- Residents per day
- 109.6 (86% occupied)
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Legal name
- Youngtown Health, INC.
- Chain
- The Ensign Group (342 facilities, avg 3.2★)
- Medicare certified since
- October 29, 1997
- Participates in
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Council
- Resident council
CMS star ratings
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.
- Total nurse staffing
- 4.47 (state 3.97 · U.S. 3.86)
- Registered nurses (RN)
- 0.75 (state 0.70 · U.S. 0.69)
- Licensed practical nurses
- 1.44 (state 1.04 · U.S. 0.86)
- Nurse aides
- 2.27 (state 2.23 · U.S. 2.32)
- Weekend total
- 3.78 (state 3.50 · U.S. 3.42)
- Nursing staff turnover
- 41.2 (state 45.1 · U.S. 45.8)%
- RN turnover
- 31.3 (state 43.6 · U.S. 42.9)%
- Administrators who left
- 1 in the last year
Inspections
- Last standard inspection
- May 8, 2026
- Health deficiencies (last cycle)
- 8.0 (state 6.4 · U.S. 9.3)
- From complaints
- 6
- Citations on record (3 years)
- 18 health · 4 fire safety · includes immediate jeopardy
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-08 | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. F0725 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-06-24 |
| 2026-05-08 | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. F0761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-06-24 |
| 2026-04-03 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. F0600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
J Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety |
Corrected 2026-04-30 |
| 2026-04-03 | Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft. F0607 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
J Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety |
Corrected 2026-04-30 |
| 2026-04-03 | Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. F0865 · Administration Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-04-30 |
| 2026-04-03 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. F0609 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-04-30 |
| 2026-04-03 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. F0610 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-04-30 |
| 2026-03-31 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. F0600 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2026-04-30 |
| 2025-03-07 | Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards. F0836 · Administration Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2025-04-21 |
| 2024-09-18 | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. F0554 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-11-03 |
| 2024-09-18 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-11-03 |
| 2024-09-18 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-11-03 |
| 2024-09-18 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
E No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-11-03 |
| 2024-09-18 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. F0550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-11-03 |
| 2024-09-18 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. F0695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2024-11-03 |
| 2023-11-09 | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. F0623 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-12-17 |
| 2023-11-09 | 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. F0625 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-12-17 |
| 2023-08-25 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. F0641 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies |
D No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm |
Corrected 2023-10-03 |
Severity letters A–L combine how widespread a problem was (isolated, pattern, widespread) with how serious (from potential for minimal harm to immediate jeopardy). How to read inspection results
Fines & penalties
1 penalty in the last three years, including $62,621 in fines.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-31 | Fine | $62,621 |
Ownership & management
| Name | Role | Since |
|---|---|---|
| Christensen, Christopher (individual) | Corporate Director · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Burnam, Soon (individual) | Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Wittekind, Beverly (individual) | Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Albrechtsen, John (individual) | Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE | |
| Albrechtsen, John (individual) | W-2 Managing Employee · NOT APPLICABLE |
Frequently asked questions
What is the rating of Sunview Respiratory and Rehabilitation?
Sunview Respiratory and Rehabilitation has a 2-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on a scale of 1 to 5, compared with a 3.3-star average in Arizona.
How many beds does Sunview Respiratory and Rehabilitation have?
It has 127 certified beds and cares for about 110 residents per day.
Has Sunview Respiratory and Rehabilitation been fined?
Yes. CMS lists 1 penalty totaling $62,621 in the last three years.
Who owns Sunview Respiratory and Rehabilitation?
It is part of The Ensign Group and is classified as for profit - corporation. See the ownership table above for all owners and managers reported to CMS.
What is the phone number of Sunview Respiratory and Rehabilitation?
(623) 977-6532. The facility is located at 12207 North 113Th Avenue, Youngtown, AZ 85363.
Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.