About South Mountain Post Acute
South Mountain Post Acute, located in PHOENIX, AZ, is a for-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
Why Families Choose South Mountain Post Acute
- High Quality Care: With a 4-star CMS rating, this facility demonstrates high standards.
- More Nursing Time: Staff spends 4.14 hours per resident daily (National Avg: 3.87).
Key Performance Indicators
- CMS Overall Rating 4 Stars
- Nursing Hours 4.14 hrs
- Safety Record Clean
Chain Affiliations & Network
This facility is part of the THE ENSIGN GROUP network. This chain operates 338 facilities.
Chain Performance Overview
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Nursing Staff Analysis
Staffing levels are a critical indicator of quality care. We analyze the daily hours of care provided by Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).
Above Average Staffing
South Mountain Post Acute provides more care hours than the state average and more than the national average.
Registered Nurses (RN)
Licensed Practical Nurses
Certified Assistants
CMS Quality Ratings
| Category | Rating | Stars |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 4 |
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| Health Inspection | 4 |
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| Quality Measures | 5 |
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| Staffing | 1 |
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Health Inspection History
| Inspection Cycle | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (Most Recent) | 20 | Aug 09, 2024 |
| Weighted Average | 24 | Combined Score |
Detailed Quality Measures
Rates are from CMS quality measures (claims-based and MDS-based) for the reporting period ending May 01, 2026. Some measures may be omitted when CMS does not report a numeric rate for this facility.
Medicare claims-based measures
Typically includes short-stay outcomes, hospitalizations, and ED use from Medicare claims.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursi... (QM521) | 43.7% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) | 5.1% |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) | N/A |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) | N/A |
MDS-based measures
Resident assessment data; often used for long-stay care quality.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activit... (QM401) | 4.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) | 5.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) | 1.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained (QM409) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with ma... (QM410) | 0.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) | 98.7% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) | 92.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) | 0.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451) | 2.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) | 30.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) | 93.4% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) | 88.7% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) | 4.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) | 19.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) | 1.5% |
Complaints & Deficiencies
Complaint History by Year
This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.
Summary:
- 2024: 4 complaints
- 2025: 1 complaint
- 2026: 1 complaint
- Total: 6 complaints on record
Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Jan 29, 2026 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. |
| Aug 14, 2025 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. |
| Dec 30, 2024 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. |
| Dec 16, 2024 | Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law. |
| Aug 17, 2024 | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. |
| Aug 05, 2024 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. |
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Owner & Operator Information
Business Entity
AZTEC HEALTHCARE, INC.
Ownership Structure
Management & Direction
- SOON BURNAM CORPORATE OFFICER
- ENSIGN SERVICES INC ADP OF THE SNF
- COURTNEY FISCHBECK MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
- COURTNEY FISCHBECK CORPORATE OFFICER
- COURTNEY FISCHBECK OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- COURTNEY FISCHBECK ADP OF THE SNF
- OMAIR HASAN MANAGING CONTROL - GOVERNING BODY
- OMAIR HASAN OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- OMAIR HASAN ADP OF THE SNF
- CHAD KEETCH CORPORATE OFFICER
- FORREST PETERSON CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- BARRY PORT INDIVIDUAL IS AN OWNER, PARTNER OR TRUSTEE OF ANY ADP OF THE SNF
- AMI SATO CORPORATE OFFICER
- SMCC LLC ADP OF THE SNF
- VENTURA MEDSTAFF LLC OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
Associated Doctors
Local Comparison
| Facility | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Freedom Plaza Care Center | N/A | 5 |
| Vi at Grayhawk, A Vi and Plaza Companies Community | N/A | 5 |
| Acacia Health Center | N/A | 5 |
| Surprise Health and Rehabilitation Center | N/A | 5 |
| Wellsprings of Gilbert | N/A | 5 |
| The Center at Val Vista, LLC | N/A | 5 |
| Estrella Health and Rehabilitation Center | N/A | 5 |
| Fountain Hills Post Acute | N/A | 5 |
| Northpark Health and Rehabilitation of Cascadia | N/A | 5 |
| North Mountain Medical and Rehabilitation Center | N/A | 5 |
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Ownership Details
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Noted Deficiencies
Detailed history of deficiencies with descriptions and correction dates.
Nursing Hours Analysis
Detailed breakdown of staffing hours per resident by role.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Skilled Nursing Care: 24/7 medical supervision and complex medical treatments
- Long-term Residential Care: Assistance with daily living activities for extended stays
- Short-term Rehabilitation: Recovery services after hospital stays or surgeries
- Memory Care: Specialized programs for residents with dementia and Alzheimer's disease
- Level of care needed (skilled nursing vs. long-term care)
- Room type (private vs. semi-private)
- Insurance coverage (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance)
- Length of stay and specific services required
For current rates and to discuss payment options, contact South Mountain Post Acute directly at 6022432780. Their admissions team can help determine coverage and out-of-pocket expenses.
Environment & Cleanliness
- Overall cleanliness and odors
- Resident room conditions
- Common area maintenance
- Safety features and accessibility
Staff & Care Quality
- Staff-to-resident ratios
- How staff interact with residents
- Response time to resident needs
- Staff knowledge and professionalism
Ask to speak with current residents and their families, tour at different times of day, and review the facility's most recent inspection reports.