Quick answers
- Where is La Canada Care Center?
- 7970 North la Canada Drive, Tucson, AZ 85704, in Pima County, Arizona.
- What is the phone number of La Canada Care Center?
- (520) 797-1191, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of La Canada Care Center?
- Medicare overall rating: 1 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has La Canada Care Center been fined?
- Medicare lists 1 fine totaling $8,278.
- What did inspectors find at La Canada Care Center?
- In its last three inspection cycles (October 14, 2022 to April 24, 2026), Medicare lists 15 health citations; the most serious was level G. 2 were level G or higher (actual harm or immediate jeopardy). See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
Medicare ratings, explained
Star ratings are one piece of information. Visit, ask questions and talk with your doctor about what matters for your care.
Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (October 14, 2022 to April 24, 2026), La Canada Care Center had 15 health citations; the most serious was level G (actual harm to residents). 2 of them were level G or higher (actual harm or immediate jeopardy). It was fined $8,278 in total (1 fine, the latest on January 21, 2026). Nurse staffing is 3.34 hours per resident per day; the Arizona average is 4.08 and the national average is 3.90.
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Data Catalog, data updated October 1, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026.
Inspection history: last three cycles
State inspectors visit about once a year and also investigate complaints. Each citation (deficiency) has a tag number and a letter, A to L. The letter shows how serious the problem was and how many residents it affected.
What the letters A to L mean
| Seriousness | Isolated (a few residents) | Pattern (some) | Widespread (many) |
|---|---|---|---|
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | D | E | F |
| Actual harm to residents | G | H | I |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
Source: the scope and severity grid Medicare (CMS) uses for nursing home citations.
Most recent cycle: April 24, 2026 — 7 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: January 21, 2026 (complaint investigation); March 5, 2026 (complaint investigation); April 24, 2026 (standard health inspection).
F0684 Level G
“Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.”
actual harm to residents; isolated (a few residents) · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
F0760 Level G
“Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.”
actual harm to residents; isolated (a few residents) · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Show 5 less serious citations (levels A to F)
F0732 Level F
“Post nurse staffing information every day.”
F0584 Level E
“Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.”
F0605 Level D
“Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.”
F0658 Level D
“Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.”
F0600 Level D
“Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.”
Previous cycle: February 2, 2024 — 2 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: February 2, 2024 (standard health inspection).
Show 2 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0695 Level D
“Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.”
F0732 Level D
“Post nurse staffing information every day.”
Earlier cycle: October 14, 2022 — 6 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: October 14, 2022 (standard health inspection).
Show 6 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0645 Level E
“PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities”
F0812 Level E
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0582 Level D
“Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.”
F0677 Level D
“Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.”
F0692 Level D
“Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.”
F0732 Level B
“Post nurse staffing information every day.”
Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.
Full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare →
Fire safety citations (10)
K0920 Level E
“Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.”
K0222 Level D
“Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.”
K0363 Level D
“Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.”
E0004 Level E
“Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).”
E0039 Level E
“Conduct testing and exercise requirements.”
K0712 Level E
“Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.”
K0355 Level D
“Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.”
K0363 Level D
“Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.”
K0761 Level D
“To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.”
K0918 Level D
“Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.”
Fines and payment denials
Total fines over about the last three years: $8,278 (1 fine). A payment denial means Medicare stopped paying for new admissions for a time.
| Date | Penalty | Amount or length |
|---|---|---|
| January 21, 2026 | Fine | $8,278 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Penalties file, data updated October 1, 2026.
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from the payroll records nursing homes send to Medicare, next to the state and national averages.
| Measure | This home | Arizona | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.41 | 0.74 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 0.82 | 1.04 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.10 | 2.30 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 3.34 | 4.08 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 2.83 | 3.59 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.25 | 0.53 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 47.1% | 44.8% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 25.0% | 44.2% | 42.5% |
| Administrators who left in the last year | 0.0 | 0.4 | 0.5 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Owners and operator
Part of a group of 347 nursing homes: The Ensign Group.
Legal business name: Tortolita Healthcare, Inc..
Owners and managers Medicare lists (2)
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Invaserv LLC | Management company (operational or managerial control) | NOT APPLICABLE | July 1, 2015 |
| Nursa Inc | Management company (operational or managerial control) | NOT APPLICABLE | July 1, 2015 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Ownership file, data updated October 1, 2026. Only owners with an ownership interest and management companies are shown.
Compare with other nursing homes
Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 128 |
| Average residents per day | 96.9 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | For profit – limited liability company |
| Group or chain (affiliated entity) | The Ensign Group |
| Legal business name | Tortolita Healthcare, Inc. |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 1988-11-19 |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 7970 North la Canada Drive, Tucson, AZ 85704 |
| County | Pima County |
| State | Arizona |
| Phone | (520) 797‑1191 |
| CMS Certification Number | 035189 |
| Name in Medicare records | LA CANADA CARE CENTER |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
What to ask when you call or visit
A general checklist for any nursing home, not advice about this one. Medicare also publishes guides on medicare.gov.
- Is the home certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid, and does it have a bed for the care you need (short-term rehab or long-term care)?
- Can you see the latest state inspection report? Ask how any problems found were fixed.
- How many nurses and aides work on each shift, at night and on weekends? Is there a registered nurse on site at all times?
- Which doctors see residents, and how often? What happens in a medical emergency, and which hospital is used?
- What therapy (physical, occupational, speech) is offered, and how many days a week?
- Are residents clean, dressed and taking part in activities? Do staff speak to them kindly and answer call lights quickly?
- What do the daily rate and extra services cost, and what do Medicare, Medicaid or your insurance pay? Ask for it in writing.
- Is there a resident council and a family council? How are complaints handled? Ask for the long-term care ombudsman’s contact.
- Are meals appetizing, and can the home meet special diets, language needs and religious or cultural preferences?
- Visit more than once, including at a mealtime or in the evening, without an appointment.
Other nursing homes nearby
By straight-line distance (not driving distance).
- Mountain View Care Center0.6 mi · Tucson, AZ · 3 of 5 stars
- Casas Adobes Post Acute Rehab Center2.0 mi · Tucson, AZ · 3 of 5 stars
- Life Care Center of Tucson2.2 mi · Tucson, AZ · 3 of 5 stars
- Brookdale Santa Catalina4.1 mi · Tucson, AZ · 3 of 5 stars
- Skilled Nursing Unit at Oro Valley Hospital5.7 mi · Oro Valley, AZ · 5 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Sonora Behavioral Health Hospital2.3 mi · Tucson, AZ · Psychiatric Hospital
- Northwest Medical Center2.7 mi · Tucson, AZ · Acute Care Hospital
- Oro Valley Hospital5.7 mi · Oro Valley, AZ · Acute Care Hospital
Sources
- Provider Information — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare profile of this provider
- Health Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Fire Safety Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Penalties — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Ownership — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- State US Averages — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Survey Summary — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Citation Code Look-up — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Inspection Dates — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13