Nursing HomeIndio, CACMS 555084Updated September 25, 2026

DESERT SPRINGS HEALTHCARE & WELLNESS CENTREDeficiencies, fines & AHCA inspection record

Searching for DESERT SPRINGS HEALTHCARE & WELLNESS CENTRE deficiencies? This landing page summarizes Florida AHCA and CMS inspection data for this nursing home in Indio, CA: Class I–IV counts, complaints, and a dated timeline of public findings so you can tour with clearer questions.

On this page: Class I–IV totals, and 51 dated timeline events.

Inspection snapshot

At a glance

Public AHCA Class I–IV rollup and CMS survey detail for DESERT SPRINGS HEALTHCARE & WELLNESS CENTRE.

Deficiencies
51
Moderate inspection concerns
Complaints
0
None on current rollup
Recorded fines
$0
No fine amount on file
Risk level
Moderate
Moderate inspection concerns
Moderate inspection concerns

DESERT SPRINGS HEALTHCARE & WELLNESS CENTRE has enough citations or fines to warrant a careful read of inspection history, especially recurring categories.

51total
  • Class I0
  • Class II3
  • Class III46
  • Class IV0

Findings by AHCA class

Class I0
Class II3
Class III46
Class IV0
  • 3 Class II citations: Class II findings point to care or operations problems that put residents at direct risk. Ask for the plan of correction and follow-up survey results.
  • 46 Class III citations: Class III citations are the most common serious rollup. Patterns over time matter more than a single count.
  • Most common CMS category on file: Quality of life & care (18).

DESERT SPRINGS HEALTHCARE & WELLNESS CENTRE deficiency timeline

Dated findings, fines, corrections, and license milestones · 51 events on record. Newest first.

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  1. Class IIIPotential for more than minimal harm (D)Complaint-relatedcms

    F0686: Quality of Life and Care

    Quality of life & care

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

  2. Class IIIPotential for more than minimal harm (D)cms

    F0578: Resident Rights

    Resident rights

    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.

    Corrected Oct 10, 2025

  3. Class IIIPotential for more than minimal harm (D)cms

    F0641: Resident Assessment and Care Planning

    Assessment & care planning

    Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

    Corrected Oct 10, 2025

  4. Class IIIPotential for more than minimal harm (D)cms

    F0552: Resident Rights

    Resident rights

    Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.

    Corrected Oct 10, 2025

  5. Class IIIPotential for more than minimal harm (D)cms

    F0756: Pharmacy Service

    Pharmacy services

    Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

    Corrected Oct 10, 2025

  6. Class IIIPotential for more than minimal harm (D)cms

    F0605: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation

    Abuse, neglect & exploitation

    Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.

    Corrected Oct 10, 2025

  7. Class IIIPotential for more than minimal harm (E)cms

    F0761: Pharmacy Service

    Pharmacy services

    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 Oct 10, 2025

  8. Class IIIPotential for more than minimal harm (E)cms

    F0880: Infection Control

    Infection control

    Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

    Corrected Oct 10, 2025

See all 51 timeline events for DESERT SPRINGS HEALTHCARE & WELLNESS CENTRE

AHCA deficiency types explained

Florida groups assisted living violations into four classes by how serious the risk is to residents (Fla. Stat. §§ 408.813, 429.19).

Class I: Imminent danger

0 on record

Conditions that present an imminent danger to residents or a substantial probability of death or serious physical or emotional harm.

Typical ALF fine: $5,000-$10,000 per violation (ALF). Highest severity. Must be corrected quickly, often within 24 hours.

Class II: Direct threat

3 on record

Conditions that directly threaten the physical or emotional health, safety, or security of residents (short of Class I).

Typical ALF fine: $1,000-$5,000 per violation (ALF). Direct risk to resident well-being; fines apply even after correction.

Class III: Indirect or potential threat

46 on record

Conditions that indirectly or potentially threaten resident health, safety, or security.

Typical ALF fine: $500-$1,000 per violation (ALF). Potential harm if left uncorrected; correction deadlines are specified.

Class IV: No direct resident threat

0 on record

Conditions related to operations, reports, or paperwork that do not threaten resident health, safety, or security.

Typical ALF fine: $100-$200 per violation (ALF). Lowest severity; often administrative. Fines may be waived if corrected on time.

Findings by deficiency type

CMS health survey categories for this community, ranked by how often they appear in our detail records.

Quality of life & care

18 citations

Covers hands-on care quality, activities, and dignity of daily living.

Ask: What daily care standards failed, and how were they fixed?

Pharmacy services

8 citations

Medication errors are a leading source of preventable harm.

Ask: How are medications ordered, stored, and administered?

Resident rights

7 citations

Rights citations often involve consent, privacy, or grievance handling.

Ask: How are privacy, dignity, and choice protected?

Infection control

4 citations

Weak infection control raises outbreak risk for frail residents.

Ask: What infection prevention practices failed inspection?

Assessment & care planning

3 citations

Poor assessments can lead to missed needs, falls, or hospital transfers.

Ask: Are care plans current and matched to the resident's needs?

Abuse, neglect & exploitation

3 citations

These citations relate to resident protection and mandatory reporting.

Ask: How does the community prevent and report abuse or neglect?

Nutrition & dietary

3 citations

Dietary failures raise malnutrition and dehydration risk.

Ask: Are meals, hydration, and special diets reliable?

Environment

1 citation

Physical plant issues can affect infection control, falls, and comfort.

Ask: Is the building safe, clean, and well maintained?

DESERT SPRINGS HEALTHCARE & WELLNESS CENTRE deficiency FAQ

Common questions families ask when researching DESERT SPRINGS HEALTHCARE & WELLNESS CENTRE inspection history in Indio, CA.

Does DESERT SPRINGS HEALTHCARE & WELLNESS CENTRE have deficiencies?

Yes. DESERT SPRINGS HEALTHCARE & WELLNESS CENTRE has 51 public deficiencies on the AHCA/CMS totals we track. Review the class breakdown and timeline on this page for dates and categories.

How many deficiencies does DESERT SPRINGS HEALTHCARE & WELLNESS CENTRE have?

DESERT SPRINGS HEALTHCARE & WELLNESS CENTRE has 51 deficiencies on the public totals we track.

What do AHCA deficiency classes mean for DESERT SPRINGS HEALTHCARE & WELLNESS CENTRE?

Florida grades assisted living deficiencies Class I through IV by how serious the risk is to residents. Class I is imminent danger; Class IV is typically paperwork with no direct resident threat. Use the class chart on this page to see how this community's totals break down.

Are there fines or complaints for DESERT SPRINGS HEALTHCARE & WELLNESS CENTRE?

No fines or complaints appear on the current public rollup for DESERT SPRINGS HEALTHCARE & WELLNESS CENTRE. Confirm with the latest AHCA facility profile.

Where do these deficiency numbers come from?

Totals combine Florida AHCA Health Finder class rollups with CMS Nursing Home Compare deficiency and penalty records where a CMS certification number is available.

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DESERT SPRINGS HEALTHCARE & WELLNESS CENTRE deficiency data is compiled from Florida AHCA public facility comparison fields and CMS Provider Data Catalog where available (page data refreshed September 25, 2026). Facilities may contest findings; always verify with the latest official inspection report before making a care decision.

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