Desert Terrace Healthcare Center is a 4-star (above average) rated 108-bed nursing home in PHOENIX, Arizona. It has 5 deficiencies on its most recent health inspection. The facility has moderate registered nurse staffing. Its quality ratings have been improving over recent months. It is certified by Medicare and Medicaid.

Data from CMS, last updated May 2026

desert terrace healthcare center

2509 NORTH 24TH STREET · PHOENIX, AZ 85008
4
★★★★☆
Overall Rating
Health Inspections
4 / 5
Staffing
3 / 5
Quality Measures
4 / 5
Trend
improving
Staffing
RN Hours/Resident/Day
0.51
Total Nurse Hours/Day
3.42
RN Turnover
33.3%
Total Staff Turnover
50.0%
Facility Info
Beds
108
Avg. Residents/Day
87
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Certification
Medicare, Medicaid
Inspections
Health Deficiencies
5
Complaint Deficiencies
4
Total Fines
$1,300
Number of Penalties
1

Penalty History

DateTypeFine
November 2025 Fine $1,300

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall rating for Desert Terrace Healthcare Center?
Desert Terrace Healthcare Center has an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars (Above Average) based on CMS quality data.
Has Desert Terrace Healthcare Center been fined or penalized?
Yes, Desert Terrace Healthcare Center has 1 penalty record(s) on file totaling $1,300.
How many deficiencies does Desert Terrace Healthcare Center have?
Desert Terrace Healthcare Center has 5 health deficiency citation(s) from its most recent inspection cycle.
Does Desert Terrace Healthcare Center accept Medicare or Medicaid?
Yes, Desert Terrace Healthcare Center accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
How does Desert Terrace Healthcare Center compare to other nursing homes in PHOENIX?
Visit our PHOENIX, Arizona nursing homes page to see how Desert Terrace Healthcare Center ranks against other facilities in the area.