3 health deficiencies
Top issue: Environmental (1 deficiency)
18 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (7 deficiencies)
Denver, CO
5-star overall rating with 3-star inspections with $17,160 in total fines with 3 recent health deficiencies with 18 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
735 S Locust St, Denver, CO
(303) 320-4377
Overall
5 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
3 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
5 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
5 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Beds
118
Certified beds
Average residents
74
Average occupied residents
Ownership
For-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
Life Care Centers Of America
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1986-01-01
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Staffing
RN hours / resident day
0.83
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
0.67
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
2.22
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
3.41
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
31%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
14%
Annual nurse turnover
Quality measures
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 0.6 |
1.3
0.7 pts better
|
1.9
1.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 0.7 |
1.7
1 pts better
|
1.8
1.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 96.0% |
93.5%
2.5 pts better
|
93.4%
2.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 100.0% |
94.7%
5.3 pts better
|
95.5%
4.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 3.6% |
3.4%
0.2 pts worse
|
3.3%
0.3 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 7.9% |
7.4%
0.5 pts worse
|
11.4%
3.5 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 7.9% |
5.0%
2.9 pts worse
|
5.4%
2.5 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 5.6% |
11.2%
5.6 pts better
|
19.6%
14 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 20.0% |
20.6%
0.6 pts better
|
16.7%
3.3 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0.0% |
0.1%
0.1 pts better
|
0.1%
0.1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 12.6% |
15.2%
2.6 pts better
|
16.3%
3.7 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 8.3% |
14.6%
6.3 pts better
|
14.9%
6.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 0.0% |
0.8%
0.8 pts better
|
1.0%
1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 0.8% |
1.5%
0.7 pts better
|
1.7%
0.9 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 23.1% |
22.4%
0.7 pts worse
|
19.8%
3.3 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 4.7% |
3.7%
1 pts worse
|
5.1%
0.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 79.1% |
76.4%
2.7 pts better
|
81.7%
2.6 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 13.2% |
12.8%
0.4 pts worse
|
12.0%
1.2 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 0.7% |
1.5%
0.8 pts better
|
1.6%
0.9 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 86.0% |
75.6%
10.4 pts better
|
79.7%
6.3 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q3-2025Q2 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 24.8% |
20.3%
4.5 pts worse
|
23.9%
0.9 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
Survey summary
Top issue: Environmental (1 deficiency)
18 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (7 deficiencies)
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (10 deficiencies)
12 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (6 deficiencies)
Top issue: Pharmacy Service (3 deficiencies)
5 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (2 deficiencies)
Fire safety
Fire Safety
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Corrected 2024-03-13
Fire Safety
Have exits that are accessible at all times.
Corrected 2024-03-13
Fire Safety
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Corrected 2024-03-13
Fire Safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Corrected 2024-05-08
Fire Safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Corrected 2024-03-13
Fire Safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2024-05-08
Fire Safety
Install an approved automatic sprinkler system.
Corrected 2024-05-08
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2024-03-13
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2024-03-13
Fire Safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Corrected 2024-03-13
Fire Safety
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
Corrected 2024-03-13
Fire Safety
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Corrected 2024-05-08
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2024-03-13
Fire Safety
Have restrictions on the use of portable space heaters.
Corrected 2024-03-13
Fire Safety
Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.
Corrected 2024-03-13
Fire Safety
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Corrected 2024-05-08
Fire Safety
Have proper power supply for life support equipment.
Corrected 2024-03-13
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2024-03-13
Fire Safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Corrected 2022-10-01
Fire Safety
Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing.
Corrected 2022-10-21
Fire Safety
Ensure electrical receptacles or cover plates have distinctive color or marking.
Corrected 2022-10-21
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2022-10-03
Fire Safety
Have proper fire barriers, ventilation and signs for the transfilling of oxygen.
Corrected 2022-10-21
Fire Safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Corrected 2022-10-21
Fire Safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Corrected 2022-10-21
Fire Safety
Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.
Corrected 2022-09-15
Fire Safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2022-10-21
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2022-10-21
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2022-10-01
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2022-10-21
Fire Safety
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Corrected 2021-06-23
Fire Safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Corrected 2021-06-28
Fire Safety
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Corrected 2021-09-20
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2021-07-06
Fire Safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2021-07-06
Inspection history
Health
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected 2023-12-29
Health
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 2023-12-29
Health
Have enough outside ventilation via a window or mechanical ventilation, or both.
Corrected 2023-12-29
Health
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected 2022-09-09
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2022-09-09
Health
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.
Corrected 2022-09-09
Health
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Corrected 2022-09-09
Health
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 2022-09-09
Health
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
Corrected 2022-09-09
Health
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected 2022-09-09
Health
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 2022-09-09
Health
Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff.
Corrected 2022-09-09
Health
Have enough outside ventilation via a window or mechanical ventilation, or both.
Corrected 2022-09-09
Health
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 2022-09-09
Health
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Corrected 2022-09-09
Health
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected 2022-09-09
Health
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected 2022-09-09
Health
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected 2022-09-09
Health
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Corrected 2022-09-09
Health
Provide routine and 24-hour emergency dental care for each resident.
Corrected 2022-09-09
Health
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected 2021-06-24
Health
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 2021-06-24
Health
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.
Corrected 2021-06-24
Health
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected 2021-06-24
Health
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Corrected 2021-06-24
Health
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
Corrected 2021-06-24
Health
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected 2021-07-09
Health
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 2021-07-08
Health
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected 2021-06-24
Penalties and ownership
Fine · fine $17,160
Fine
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Organization
5% Or Greater Indirect Ownership Interest · Individual
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Corporate Officer · Individual
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Corporate Officer · Individual
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Operational/Managerial Control · Organization
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Corporate Officer · Individual
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
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