Desert Highlands Care Center
1081 Kathleen Ave, Kingman, AZ 86401
Desert Highlands Care Center is a nursing home in Kingman, Arizona. This page lists the citations, fines and star ratings that CMS publishes for it. Each one has a date and a link to CMS.
CMS star ratings
- 3 of 5CMS overall star rating
- 3 of 5CMS health inspection star rating
- 3 of 5CMS staffing star rating
- 3 of 5CMS quality measures star rating
Facts from CMS
- Phone
- (928) 753-5580
- Last standard health inspection
- March 14, 2025 (1 year ago)
- Certified beds
- 120
- Residents per day, on average
- 75
- Ownership type
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Legal business name
- Kingman No 1 LLC
- Chain
- Circle B Enterprises
- Takes part in
- Medicare and Medicaid
More health citations than the Arizona average (27 vs 21).
Inspections, fines and changes
This list shows every citation and fine in CMS's current data, which covers about the last three years. It also shows changes CMS made to this home's ratings and records.
CMS update of July 29, 2026
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.
CMS update of February 25, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
CMS update of November 20, 2025
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 3 of 5.
1 citation
Health inspection on July 31, 2025
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0689. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 25, 2025.
CMS update of July 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
CMS update of April 30, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
1 citation
Health inspection on April 17, 2025
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0686. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 25, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0686 3 times since 2022.
CMS update of March 26, 2025
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
7 citations
Health inspection on March 14, 2025
CMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.
Citation F0655. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted
CMS lists it as corrected on May 1, 2025.
Citation F0677. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 1, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0677 3 times since 2022.
Citation F0732. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Post nurse staffing information every day.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 10, 2025.
Citation F0761. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 10, 2025.
Citation F0804. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 10, 2025.
Citation F0812. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 1, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0812 2 times since 2022.
Citation F0880. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 1, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for F0880 2 times since 2023.
12 citations
Fire safety inspection on March 14, 2025
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation E0026. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 25, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for E0026 3 times since 2022.
Citation E0029. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop a communication plan.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 25, 2025.
Citation K0211. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 19, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for K0211 3 times since 2022.
Citation K0291. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 19, 2025.
Citation K0341. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 19, 2025.
Citation K0345. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 19, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for K0345 3 times since 2022.
Citation K0351. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 19, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for K0351 3 times since 2022.
Citation K0355. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 19, 2025.
Citation K0363. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 25, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for K0363 2 times since 2022.
Citation K0372. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 25, 2025.
Citation K0918. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 25, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for K0918 2 times since 2022.
Citation K0921. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 25, 2025.
CMS has cited this home for K0921 2 times since 2023.
CMS update of February 26, 2025
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
3 citations
Health inspection on November 21, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0600. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 31, 2024.
Citation F0609. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 31, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for F0609 3 times since 2022.
Citation F0610. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 31, 2024.
CMS update of October 30, 2024
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 4 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5.
CMS update of July 31, 2024
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 2 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
1 citation
Health inspection on February 22, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0609. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 7, 2024.
6 citations
Health inspection on September 8, 2023
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation F0658. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 8, 2023.
Citation F0677. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 8, 2023.
Citation F0686. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 8, 2023.
Citation F0697. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 8, 2023.
Citation F0880. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 8, 2023.
Citation F0657. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 8, 2023.
19 citations
Fire safety inspection on September 8, 2023
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation E0006. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 30, 2023.
CMS has cited this home for E0006 2 times since 2022.
Citation E0013. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 30, 2023.
Citation E0015. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Address subsistence needs for staff and patients.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 30, 2023.
Citation E0020. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Establish policies and procedures including evacuation.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 30, 2023.
CMS has cited this home for E0020 2 times since 2022.
Citation E0026. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 30, 2023.
Citation E0031. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide emergency officials' contact information.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 30, 2023.
Citation E0039. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 30, 2023.
Citation K0211. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 30, 2023.
Citation K0321. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 30, 2023.
Citation K0345. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 30, 2023.
Citation K0351. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 30, 2023.
Citation K0353. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 30, 2023.
Citation K0521. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 30, 2023.
Citation K0712. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 30, 2023.
CMS has cited this home for K0712 2 times since 2022.
Citation K0761. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 30, 2023.
Citation K0914. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 30, 2023.
Citation K0920. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 30, 2023.
Citation K0921. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 30, 2023.
Citation K0923. Severity C: potential for minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
CMS lists it as corrected on October 30, 2023.
CMS has cited this home for K0923 2 times since 2022.
8 citations
Health inspection on July 14, 2022
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation F0812. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 15, 2022.
Citation F0943. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Give their staff education on dementia care, and what abuse, neglect, and exploitation are; and how to report abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 15, 2022.
Citation F0607. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 15, 2022.
Citation F0609. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 15, 2022.
Citation F0623. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 15, 2022.
Citation F0677. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 15, 2022.
Citation F0686. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 15, 2022.
Citation F0842. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 15, 2022.
14 citations
Fire safety inspection on July 14, 2022
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation K0211. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 15, 2022.
Citation K0324. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 15, 2022.
Citation K0345. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 15, 2022.
Citation K0351. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 15, 2022.
Citation K0363. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 15, 2022.
Citation E0006. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 15, 2022.
Citation E0020. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Establish policies and procedures including evacuation.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 15, 2022.
Citation E0023. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Establish policies and procedures for medical documentation.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 15, 2022.
Citation E0024. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Establish policies and procedures for volunteers.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 15, 2022.
Citation E0026. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 15, 2022.
Citation K0511. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 15, 2022.
Citation K0712. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 15, 2022.
Citation K0918. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 15, 2022.
Citation K0923. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 15, 2022.
Owners and managers
CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.
- CIRCLE B ENTERPRISES HOLDING COMPANY INC5% or greater direct ownership interest · 100% · since 07/05/2000
- AGH1 LLCOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 12/02/2016
- SOVEREIGN HEALTHCARE GROUP LLCOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 04/23/2021
- BEAIRD, TODDOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 01/01/2022
- BEDELL, DONALDOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 07/05/2000
- BLACKWELL-SCOTT, HELENOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 03/13/2023
- ITANO, DANIELOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 04/01/2025
Questions
When was Desert Highlands Care Center last inspected?
CMS lists March 14, 2025 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.
How many citations (violations) does Desert Highlands Care Center have?
CMS lists 27 health citations since July 14, 2022. CMS also calls these deficiencies.
Has Desert Highlands Care Center been fined?
CMS lists no fines for this home in the past three years.
What is the CMS star rating of Desert Highlands Care Center?
Its CMS overall star rating is 3 of 5.
Is Desert Highlands Care Center a Special Focus Facility?
No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.