About Cascades at Desert View
Cascades At Desert View, located in Buhl, ID, is a for-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
Why Families Choose Cascades at Desert View
- More Nursing Time: Staff spends 4.17 hours per resident daily (National Avg: 3.87).
Key Performance Indicators
- CMS Overall Rating 1 Stars
- Nursing Hours 4.17 hrs
- Safety Record Clean
Chain Affiliations & Network
This facility is part of the CASCADES HEALTHCARE network. This chain operates 20 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
Cascades at Desert View 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 | 1 |
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| Health Inspection | 1 |
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| Quality Measures | 4 |
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| Staffing | 4 |
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Health Inspection History
| Inspection Cycle | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (Most Recent) | 100 | Apr 03, 2025 |
| Weighted Average | 98 | Combined Score |
Detailed Quality Measures
Rates are from CMS quality measures (claims-based and MDS-based) for the reporting period ending Jun 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) | 29.7% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) | 15.9% |
| 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) | 8.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) | 6.1% |
| 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) | 4.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) | 18.5% |
| 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) | 1.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) | 70.9% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) | 70.6% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) | 6.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451) | 2.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) | 22.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) | 100.0% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) | 76.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) | 1.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) | 11.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) | 48.0% |
Complaints & Deficiencies
Complaint History by Year
This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.
Summary:
- 2024: 13 complaints
- 2025: 2 complaints
- Total: 15 complaints on record
Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Nov 26, 2025 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. |
| Nov 26, 2025 | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. |
| Jul 03, 2024 | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. |
| Jul 03, 2024 | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. |
| Jul 03, 2024 | Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame. |
| Jul 03, 2024 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. |
| Jul 03, 2024 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. |
| Jul 03, 2024 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. |
| Jul 03, 2024 | Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. |
| Jul 03, 2024 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. |
| Jul 03, 2024 | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. |
| Jul 03, 2024 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. |
| Jul 03, 2024 | Notify the resident or the resident?s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident?s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave. |
| Jul 03, 2024 | Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged. |
| Feb 14, 2024 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. |
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Owner & Operator Information
Business Entity
CASCADES AT DESERT VIEW LLC
Ownership Structure
- CASCADES AT DESERT VIEW LLC Direct: NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED
- DESERT VIEW HOLDINGS OF BUHL LLC Direct: NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED
- THOMAS MOORE Indirect
- TAKAYAMA FLP Indirect
- TOWER BRIDGE FLP Indirect
Management & Direction
- LORI BENTZLER ADP OF THE SNF
- LORI BENTZLER OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- CASCADES AT DESERT VIEW LLC ADP OF THE SNF
- JASON CRUMP CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- JASON CRUMP OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- DESERT VIEW HOLDINGS OF BUHL LLC ADP OF THE SNF
- CHAD FULLMER OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- CHAD FULLMER CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- KIREI KAZOKU LLC ADP OF THE SNF
- SAMANTHA MARSHALL ADP OF THE SNF
- SAMANTHA MARSHALL OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- DARIN MCSPADDEN CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- DARIN MCSPADDEN OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- THOMAS MOORE CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- THOMAS MOORE OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- NADROJ LLC ADP OF THE SNF
- OXFORD ASSETS LLC ADP OF THE SNF
- PIPPIN LLC ADP OF THE SNF
- QUEST FLP OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- QUEST FLP ADP OF THE SNF
- RONNMARK FLP OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- TAKAYAMA FLP OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- TOWER BRIDGE FLP OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- DEREK WHITE OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- DEREK WHITE CORPORATE DIRECTOR
Associated Doctors
Local Comparison
| Facility | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Twin Falls Transitional Care of Cascadia | N/A | 5 |
| Serenity Transitional Care | N/A | 4 |
| Lincoln County Care Center | N/A | 3 |
| Oak Creek Rehabilitation Center of Kimberly | N/A | 2 |
| Bridgeview Estates | N/A | 3 |
| Cascades at Desert View | N/A | 1 |
| Bennett Hills Rehabilitation and Care Center | N/A | 2 |
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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 Cascades at Desert View directly at 2085436401. 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.