RankingsCMS data: August 2026

Best Nursing Homes in Palm Desert, CA (2026)

Compare all 3 eligible CMS-rated nursing homes in Palm Desert, CA, ranked by public ratings, health inspections, staffing and penalties — never paid placement. See how our ranking method works

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3Nursing Homes in Palm Desert
3.0/5
-0.2 vs state avgState avg: 3.20Palm Desert Avg Rating
$74K+$14K vs state avgState avg: $61KAvg Fine (When Penalized)
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1No Penalties

Nursing HomePalm Desert, CA

The Springs Healthcare Center At The Carlotta

For-profit

★★★★★5 out of 5 stars5.0ExcellentCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection4.0
  • Staffing3.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
59 BedsStandard health inspection Jun 2025

Above California avg of 3.2

41505 Carlotta DrivePalm Desert, CA 92211

(760) 610-0295

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2No Penalties

Nursing HomePalm Desert, CA

Monterey Palms Health Care Center

For-profit

★★★☆☆3 out of 5 stars3.0AverageCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection2.0
  • Staffing4.0
  • Quality Measures5.0
99 BedsStandard health inspection May 2026

Below California avg of 3.2

44610 Monterey AvenuePalm Desert, CA 92260

(760) 776-7700

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33 Penalties

Nursing HomePalm Desert, CA

Desert Springs Post Acute

For-profit

★☆☆☆☆1 out of 5 stars1.0PoorCMS Overall
  • Health Inspection1.0
  • Staffing2.0
  • Quality Measures4.0
178 BedsStandard health inspection Apr 2026

Below California avg of 3.2

74-350 Country Club DrivePalm Desert, CA 92260

(760) 341-0261

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Care landscape in Palm Desert

How Palm Desert compares with the rest of California on three signals families ask about most.

  • Population 65+41.3%

    About 2.5 times higher than the state average of 16.7%.

    Census ACS 2023 (ZIP-weighted)
  • Nurse staff turnover45.0%

    About 23% higher than the state average of 36.7%.

    CMS PBJ 2024
  • Cognitive disability12.7%

    About 17% lower than the state average of 15.3%.

    CDC PLACES (ZIP-weighted)

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How many facilities were evaluated in Palm Desert, CA?

This page evaluates 3 eligible nursing homes in Palm Desert, CA and shows the top 3.

How are these rankings calculated?

Facilities are ranked by CMS overall rating first. Ties are broken by fewer penalties, then health inspection rating, then staffing rating.

Should I rely on these rankings alone?

No. Use the rankings to narrow the field, then review facility profiles, confirm details directly with the provider, and get professional guidance for the care decision.

What do the CMS data and inspection dates mean?

CMS data: August 2026. The inspection date is the latest standard health inspection reported in the CMS survey summary, including inspections with no deficiencies. Complaint and fire safety surveys are separate. A recent CMS release can include an older inspection date. Listings absent from the latest imported CMS provider release remain available on the platform but are excluded from current rankings.

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