Arizona State Veteran Home-Tucson

Nursing Home · Tucson, AZ

CMS overall rating 3/5 Government - State

CMS certification number035284

Contact & location

555 East Ajo Way
Tucson, AZ 85713
Pima County
Phone
(520) 638-2150
ZIP code
85713 – all care providers

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Facility details

Certified beds
120
Residents per day
116.9 (97% occupied)
Ownership
Government - State
Legal name
Arizona Department of Veterans Services
Medicare certified since
February 23, 2012
Participates in
Medicare and Medicaid
Council
Resident council

CMS star ratings

Overall★★★★★ 3/5
State avg 3.3
Health inspections★★★★★ 3/5
State avg 2.8
Staffing★★★★★ 3/5
State avg 2.9
Quality measures★★★★★ 4/5
State avg 4.5
Long-stay quality★★★★★ 4/5
Short-stay qualityNot rated

Staffing

Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.

Total nurse staffing
5.05 (state 3.97 · U.S. 3.86)
Registered nurses (RN)
0.70 (state 0.70 · U.S. 0.69)
Licensed practical nurses
1.25 (state 1.04 · U.S. 0.86)
Nurse aides
3.09 (state 2.23 · U.S. 2.32)
Weekend total
4.63 (state 3.50 · U.S. 3.42)
Nursing staff turnover
—
RN turnover
—

Inspections

Last standard inspection
April 10, 2026
Health deficiencies (last cycle)
6.0 (state 6.4 · U.S. 9.3)
From complaints
3
Citations on record (3 years)
15 health · 4 fire safety
DateCitationSeverityStatus
2026-04-10 Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
F0851 · Administration Deficiencies		 F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-06-30
2026-04-10 Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
F0644 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-06-30
2026-04-10 PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
F0645 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-06-30
2025-12-29 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 2026-03-02
2025-12-29 Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.
F0602 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-03-02
2025-11-13 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 · complaint inspection		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2025-11-28
2024-01-05 Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
F0758 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-02-28
2024-01-05 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 2024-02-22
2024-01-05 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		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-02-28
2022-09-30 Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
F0804 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2022-11-14
2022-09-30 Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
F0806 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2022-11-14
2022-09-30 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 2022-11-14
2022-09-30 Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
F0688 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2022-11-14
2022-09-30 Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.
F0790 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2022-11-14
2022-09-30 Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
F0842 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2022-11-14

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

No federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.

Ownership & management

NameRoleSince
Arizona Department of Veterans Services (organization)5%+ Direct Ownership Interest
Coady, Maureen (individual)W-2 Managing Employee · NOT APPLICABLE

Frequently asked questions

What is the rating of Arizona State Veteran Home-Tucson?

Arizona State Veteran Home-Tucson has a 3-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 Arizona State Veteran Home-Tucson have?

It has 120 certified beds and cares for about 117 residents per day.

Has Arizona State Veteran Home-Tucson been fined?

CMS lists no federal fines or payment denials in the last three years.

What is the phone number of Arizona State Veteran Home-Tucson?

(520) 638-2150. The facility is located at 555 East Ajo Way, Tucson, AZ 85713.

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Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.