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Sierra Winds is a 1-star rated nursing home in Peoria, AZ with 70 beds. CMS sub-ratings: health inspections 1/5, staffing 4/5, quality measures 4/5.

The facility has 31 health violations on record. Federal fines total $11,715 across 2 enforcement actions. Most recent inspection: January 14, 2025.

Designated as a CMS Special Focus Facility — indicating a pattern of serious quality issues under heightened federal oversight.

Data synthesized from CMS.gov and Arizona public inspection records. Reviewed by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., NR-EMT & BU-trained Paralegal.

Inspection History Overview

Data current as of May 6, 2026 · Source: CMS Provider Data

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Fines and Penalties by Year

2021 2 penalties totaling $11,715

$7,100

Fine

$4,615

Fine

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Health Violations by Year

2025 1 violations

Tag 0689 D Jan 14, 2025

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

✓ Corrected: Mar 28, 2025

2024 6 violations

Tag 0689 D Jun 21, 2024

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

✓ Corrected: Jul 26, 2024
Tag 0658 D Apr 10, 2024

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

✓ Corrected: May 24, 2024
Tag 0622 D Jan 12, 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.

✓ Corrected: Feb 9, 2024
Tag 0625 D Jan 12, 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.

✓ Corrected: Feb 9, 2024
Tag 0658 D Jan 12, 2024

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

✓ Corrected: Feb 9, 2024
Tag 0689 K Jan 12, 2024

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

✓ Corrected: Feb 9, 2024

2023 3 violations

Tag 0600 D Sep 27, 2023

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

✓ Corrected: Nov 11, 2023
Tag 0609 D Sep 27, 2023

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

✓ Corrected: Nov 11, 2023
Tag 0686 G Mar 23, 2023

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

✓ Corrected: Apr 25, 2023

2022 1 violations

Tag 0689 D Aug 31, 2022

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

✓ Corrected: Sep 30, 2022

2021 4 violations

Tag 0684 D Aug 11, 2021

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

✓ Corrected: Sep 11, 2021
Tag 0690 D Aug 11, 2021

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

✓ Corrected: Sep 11, 2021
Tag 0758 D Aug 11, 2021

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

✓ Corrected: Sep 11, 2021
Tag 0880 E Aug 11, 2021

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

✓ Corrected: Sep 11, 2021

2020 3 violations

Tag 0812 E Aug 11, 2020

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

✓ Corrected: Sep 12, 2020
Tag 0880 E Aug 11, 2020

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

✓ Corrected: Sep 12, 2020
Tag 0880 E May 21, 2020

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

✓ Corrected: Jul 9, 2020

2019 8 violations

Tag 0609 D Dec 26, 2019

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

✓ Corrected: Jun 10, 2020
Tag 0610 D Dec 26, 2019

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

✓ Corrected: Jun 10, 2020
Tag 0655 D Dec 26, 2019

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

✓ Corrected: Jun 10, 2020
Tag 0836 E Dec 26, 2019

Ensure the facility is licensed under applicable State and local law and operates and provides services in compliance with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws, regulations, and codes, and with accepted professional standards.

✓ Corrected: Jun 10, 2020
Tag 0623 D May 30, 2019

Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.

✓ Corrected: Jul 1, 2019
Tag 0686 E May 30, 2019

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

✓ Corrected: Jul 1, 2019
Tag 0732 D May 30, 2019

Post nurse staffing information every day.

✓ Corrected: Jul 1, 2019
Tag 0812 D May 30, 2019

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

✓ Corrected: Jul 1, 2019

2018 5 violations

Tag 0600 D Mar 9, 2018

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

✓ Corrected: May 22, 2018
Tag 0602 D Mar 9, 2018

Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money.

✓ Corrected: May 22, 2018
Tag 0641 D Mar 9, 2018

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

✓ Corrected: May 22, 2018
Tag 0655 D Mar 9, 2018

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

✓ Corrected: May 22, 2018
Tag 0761 D Mar 9, 2018

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.

✓ Corrected: May 22, 2018

Frequently Asked Questions About Sierra Winds

What violations has Sierra Winds received?
Sierra Winds has 31 health and safety violation(s) documented by CMS inspections. All violation data comes from official Medicare inspection reports and is updated regularly from government sources.
What is the quality rating of Sierra Winds?
Sierra Winds has a 1-star rating out of 5 from CMS. This rating indicates the facility may have quality concerns that should be investigated further. The rating is based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures.
When was Sierra Winds last inspected?
Inspection reports are documented by state survey agencies and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). Reports typically lag 2-3 months behind the actual inspection date. Visit the facility's full profile page for detailed violation information and inspection history.
Is Sierra Winds safe?
Safety at Sierra Winds should be evaluated based on multiple factors: the facility's CMS rating, recent violation history, and personal visits. We recommend reviewing the complete inspection history, speaking with current residents and families, consulting healthcare professionals, and visiting in person before making placement decisions.
How do I contact Sierra Winds?
Phone: (623) 972-0212. Address: 17300 North 88th Ave, Peoria, AZ. For visiting hours and admission information, call the facility directly.
What services does Sierra Winds offer?
Sierra Winds is a skilled nursing facility with 70 beds. The facility accepts Medicare and Medicaid. For specific services like rehabilitation, memory care, or short-term recovery, contact the facility directly.
What are better facilities near Peoria, AZ?
Compare Sierra Winds with other nursing homes in Peoria, AZ on our facilities page. Filter by star rating, bed count, and recent inspection results to find the best match for your needs.

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Editorial Standards & Data Oversight

Data Source: This report is based on official public inspection records from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Provider Data Catalog.

Editorial Process: Content generated using AI to synthesize complex regulatory data, then reviewed and verified for accuracy by our editorial team.

Professional Review: All content undergoes standards and compliance oversight by Christopher F. Nesbitt, Sr., Nationally Registered EMT & BU-trained Paralegal, using professional regulatory data auditing protocols.

Last verified: January 14, 2025 | Our methodology | Editorial standards | Report an error

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