Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation & Care Center

Safety & Inspections

Health deficiencies

National median: 7

6 below national median

CMS data as of March 1, 2026

Staffing breakdown

Average hours of nursing care each resident receives per day, by staff role. Higher numbers generally indicate more attentive care.

Total nurse staffing

National median: 4.12 hrs

3.55 hrs below national median

Registered nurse (RN)

0.69 hrs

Licensed practical nurse (LPN)

0.73 hrs

Certified nursing aide (CNA)

2.11 hrs

Physical therapy

0.05 hrs

Quality rating trend

Overall rating stable at 4 stars across 18 data points.

Facility profile

Type

Skilled Nursing Facility · Rehabilitation center · Nursing home

Capacity

112 certified beds · ~94 avg residents/day (84% occupancy)

Ownership

For profit - Limited Liability company

Payment accepted

Medicare Medicaid (Medicare and Medicaid)

About

Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation & Care Center is a 112-bed for-profit skilled nursing facility located in Tucson, Arizona. The center maintains a 4-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, supported by a 5-star rating in quality measures. It holds 3-star ratings for both staffing levels and health inspections.

Location

5830 E Pima St, Tucson, 85712, Tucson, AZ

Recent reviews

• LUIS VEGA ★☆☆☆☆ February 4, 2026

  Couldn't get my mom out of there fast enough. Social Services were especially rude and unhelpful.

• Brenda Harris ★★☆☆☆ January 2, 2026

  I have a very dear friend that was sent here. She is not able to help herself and was sent there for rehab and to help her regrin her strength, so it's easier for her at home. This is unacceptable. I do not understand how these places are allowed to neglect their patients or clients they are sent there.

• Damian Makki ★☆☆☆☆ December 15, 2025

  Do not send your loved ones here. This facility has some serious safety and care concerns that need to be addressed. My grandmother was admitted following a stroke and received dangerously inadequate care during her week-long stay. I'm sharing this detailed account so other families can make informed decisions. Patient Safety Issues - Dietary restrictions consistently ignored despite documented medical needs - Incorrect medication administered for her condition - Discharged with ANOTHER PATIENT'S MEDICATION (critical safety violation) - Found alone in the bathroom after 15+ minutes of calling for help Neglect and Poor Care Standards - Received only ONE shower during entire week-long stay (and only after I personally requested it after multiple requests) - Physical and occupational therapy schedule provided just once during stay - Facility had a persistent foul odor throughout Communication Failures - Zero callbacks despite multiple voicemails to staff - No updates provided to family about her condition or care plan - Repeatedly given false information about her transfer status - Family not notified when she was finally transferred Transfer Coordination - I had to physically come to the facility to initiate her transfer - Staff did not coordinate with receiving facility - I had to do this myself - Lied to repeatedly about transfer timeline The nursing staff appeared skilled but severely overworked. The real problem is management and operations, which seem both incompetent and borderline negligent. The facility is outdated and in poor condition. My grandmother deserved dignity and proper medical care. This facility failed on every level.

• Michael M ★☆☆☆☆ December 7, 2025

  I would not recommend this place for anyone. My mom was in there with an amputated leg. I don't think they did enough for her to gain any strength. They wouldn't even let her utilize the toilet. They took her television away as she needed it to be up louder than normal due to hearing loss. Her telephone in her room did not work. She stated that the food was terrible. I myself would go and get food for her to eat. My grandmother was there many years ago with the same situation and they took very good care of her. I wish I had chose another facility for my mom.

• Nancy Braun Braun ★☆☆☆☆ September 16, 2025

  My mother was there for therapy and she was on one side of the building and she was moved to the other side on her shower day, and when I got there I asked if she was going to get her shower they said NO. If I want her to have a shower then I can do it myself. I did. This is the worst so called rehab in Tucson. The staff walks the halls talking about the patients and laughing at them. So rude.95% of the staff shouldn’t even be there.

Frequently asked questions

What is the overall CMS rating for Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation & Care Center?

Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation & Care Center has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars.

How did Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation & Care Center score on health inspections?

Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation & Care Center received a health inspection rating of 3 out of 5 stars from CMS.

What is the staffing rating for Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation & Care Center?

Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation & Care Center has a staffing rating of 3 out of 5 stars, based on nurse-to-resident ratios.

How many beds does Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation & Care Center have?

Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation & Care Center has 112 certified beds.

Does Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation & Care Center accept Medicare or Medicaid?

Yes, Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation & Care Center accepts Medicare and Medicaid.

Where is Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation & Care Center located?

Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation & Care Center is located at 5830 E Pima St, Tucson, 85712, Tucson, Arizona.

How can I contact Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation & Care Center?

You can reach Sabino Canyon Rehabilitation & Care Center by phone at +1 520-722-5515.

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