Nursing home · Indio, CA
Desert Springs Healthcare & Wellness Centre
82262 Valencia Avenue, Indio, CA 92201 · (760) 347-6000
Desert Springs Healthcare & Wellness Centre is a 68-bed for-profit nursing home in Indio, California (Riverside County). It has been certified to provide Medicare and Medicaid services since 1978. On average it cares for 62 residents a day (about 91% of its certified beds). It is part of Citrus Wellness Centre, a group of 5 nursing homes. CMS gives it an overall rating of 3 out of 5 stars; the average in California is 3.2.
Ratings
| CMS rating | Stars |
|---|---|
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Health inspections | ★★★★★ |
| Staffing | ★★★★★ |
| Quality measures | ★★★★★ |
Staffing
| Staffing | This home | California avg | US avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse hours per resident per day | 4.07 | 4.54 | 3.90 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.26 | 0.68 | 0.69 |
| Nurse hours per resident per day, weekends | 3.76 | – | – |
| Nursing staff turnover | – | 37% | 45% |
| RN turnover | – | – | – |
| Administrators who left | – | – | – |
Inspections and penalties
| Inspections & penalties | This home |
|---|---|
| Most recent standard health inspection | September 18, 2025 |
| Health deficiencies cited (most recent cycle) | 11 below the state average of 16 |
| …of which from complaint inspections | 4 |
| Federal fines (as reported by CMS) | 0 |
| Medicare payment denials | 0 |
Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home provider information, Oct 2026 release (CMS Provider Data Catalog: Nursing homes). Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company. Legal business name: Indio Healthcare & Wellness Center, LLC. Check the latest details and full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare. How to read these ratings →
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Assisted living nearby
- Sunset Retreats Senior Living LLCIndio · 1.6 mi · 6 residents
- Desert Cottage IIIndio · 1.8 mi · 6 residents
- Angelic Hands Assisted LivingIndio · 1.9 mi · 6 residents
- Desert CottageIndio · 2.0 mi · 6 residents
Common questions
What is the star rating of Desert Springs Healthcare & Wellness Centre?
CMS rates Desert Springs Healthcare & Wellness Centre 3 out of 5 stars overall, with 3 stars for health inspections, 2 for staffing and 4 for quality measures (Medicare Care Compare).
How many beds does Desert Springs Healthcare & Wellness Centre have?
68 certified beds, with an average of 62 residents a day.
Does Desert Springs Healthcare & Wellness Centre accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for Medicare and Medicaid. Ask the nursing home about current availability for your coverage.
What is the phone number for Desert Springs Healthcare & Wellness Centre?
(760) 347-6000. Address: 82262 Valencia Avenue, Indio, CA 92201.
Before you choose
- Visit at different times, including evenings and weekends.
- Ask how many residents each nurse and aide cares for on each shift.
- Read the latest inspection report and ask what has been fixed.
- Ask whether a bed is available for your coverage (Medicare, Medicaid or private pay).