Desert Springs Post Acute

Federal health inspectors cited DESERT SPRINGS POST ACUTE in PALM DESERT, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0584 during a complaint investigation conducted on 2026-04-24.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

Scope/Severity Level E: pattern, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 22 deficiencies cited during this inspection of DESERT SPRINGS POST ACUTE.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.

Federal health inspectors cited DESERT SPRINGS POST ACUTE in PALM DESERT, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0605 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-04-24.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 22 deficiencies cited during this inspection of DESERT SPRINGS POST ACUTE.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.

Federal health inspectors cited DESERT SPRINGS POST ACUTE in PALM DESERT, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0658 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-04-24.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Scope/Severity Level E: pattern, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 22 deficiencies cited during this inspection of DESERT SPRINGS POST ACUTE.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.

Federal health inspectors cited DESERT SPRINGS POST ACUTE in PALM DESERT, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0676 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-04-24.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 22 deficiencies cited during this inspection of DESERT SPRINGS POST ACUTE.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.

Federal health inspectors cited DESERT SPRINGS POST ACUTE in PALM DESERT, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0684 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-04-24.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 22 deficiencies cited during this inspection of DESERT SPRINGS POST ACUTE.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.

Federal health inspectors cited DESERT SPRINGS POST ACUTE in PALM DESERT, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0689 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-04-24.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 22 deficiencies cited during this inspection of DESERT SPRINGS POST ACUTE.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.

Federal health inspectors cited DESERT SPRINGS POST ACUTE in PALM DESERT, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0692 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-04-24.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 22 deficiencies cited during this inspection of DESERT SPRINGS POST ACUTE.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.

Federal health inspectors cited DESERT SPRINGS POST ACUTE in PALM DESERT, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0695 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-04-24.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 22 deficiencies cited during this inspection of DESERT SPRINGS POST ACUTE.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.

Federal health inspectors cited DESERT SPRINGS POST ACUTE in PALM DESERT, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0697 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-04-24.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 22 deficiencies cited during this inspection of DESERT SPRINGS POST ACUTE.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.

Federal health inspectors cited DESERT SPRINGS POST ACUTE in PALM DESERT, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0698 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-04-24.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.

Scope/Severity Level E: pattern, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 22 deficiencies cited during this inspection of DESERT SPRINGS POST ACUTE.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.

Federal health inspectors cited DESERT SPRINGS POST ACUTE in PALM DESERT, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0725 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-04-24.

Category: Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

Scope/Severity Level E: pattern, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 22 deficiencies cited during this inspection of DESERT SPRINGS POST ACUTE.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.

Federal health inspectors cited DESERT SPRINGS POST ACUTE in PALM DESERT, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0755 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-04-24.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Scope/Severity Level E: pattern, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 22 deficiencies cited during this inspection of DESERT SPRINGS POST ACUTE.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.

Federal health inspectors cited DESERT SPRINGS POST ACUTE in PALM DESERT, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0759 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-04-24.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Scope/Severity Level E: pattern, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 22 deficiencies cited during this inspection of DESERT SPRINGS POST ACUTE.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.

Federal health inspectors cited DESERT SPRINGS POST ACUTE in PALM DESERT, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0761 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-04-24.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: 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.

Scope/Severity Level E: pattern, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 22 deficiencies cited during this inspection of DESERT SPRINGS POST ACUTE.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.

Federal health inspectors cited DESERT SPRINGS POST ACUTE in PALM DESERT, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0773 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-04-24.

Category: Administration Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 22 deficiencies cited during this inspection of DESERT SPRINGS POST ACUTE.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.

Federal health inspectors cited DESERT SPRINGS POST ACUTE in PALM DESERT, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0790 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-04-24.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 22 deficiencies cited during this inspection of DESERT SPRINGS POST ACUTE.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.

Federal health inspectors cited DESERT SPRINGS POST ACUTE in PALM DESERT, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0803 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-04-24.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

Scope/Severity Level E: pattern, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 22 deficiencies cited during this inspection of DESERT SPRINGS POST ACUTE.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.

Federal health inspectors cited DESERT SPRINGS POST ACUTE in PALM DESERT, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0804 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-04-24.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Scope/Severity Level E: pattern, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 22 deficiencies cited during this inspection of DESERT SPRINGS POST ACUTE.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.

Federal health inspectors cited DESERT SPRINGS POST ACUTE in PALM DESERT, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0810 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-04-24.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 22 deficiencies cited during this inspection of DESERT SPRINGS POST ACUTE.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.

Federal health inspectors cited DESERT SPRINGS POST ACUTE in PALM DESERT, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0812 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-04-24.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Scope/Severity Level E: pattern, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 22 deficiencies cited during this inspection of DESERT SPRINGS POST ACUTE.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.

Federal health inspectors cited DESERT SPRINGS POST ACUTE in PALM DESERT, CA for a deficiency under regulatory tag F-F0813 during a standard health inspection conducted on 2026-04-24.

Category: Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

The facility was found deficient in the following area: Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.

Scope/Severity Level D: isolated, no actual harm with potential for more than minimal harm.

While no actual harm was documented, there was potential for more than minimal harm to residents.

This was one of 22 deficiencies cited during this inspection of DESERT SPRINGS POST ACUTE.

Correction Status: Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction.