Cycle 1
Health 2024-03-13 · Fire 2024-03-13
6 health deficiencies
Top issue: Resident Rights (2 deficiencies)
7 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Emergency Preparedness (2 deficiencies)
Fowler, CO
Fowler Health Care
3-star overall rating with 3-star inspections with 6 recent health deficiencies with 7 fire-safety deficiencies in the latest cycle
221 2nd St, Fowler, CO
(719) 263-4234
Overall
3 / 5
CMS overall stars
Health inspections
3 / 5
Survey and complaint cycles
Staffing
1 / 5
RN + nurse staffing
Quality measures
5 / 5
Resident outcomes and process measures
Quick facts
Facility snapshot
Beds
45
Certified beds
Average residents
38
Average occupied residents
Ownership
For-Profit
Publicly displayed owner type
Chain
No chain reported
Operator or chain grouping
Approved since
1997-06-23
CMS approved date
Coverage
Medicare + Medicaid
Participation flags
Staffing
Hours and turnover
RN hours / resident day
0.00
Registered nurse staffing
LPN hours / resident day
0.00
Licensed practical nurse staffing
Aide hours / resident day
0.00
Nurse aide staffing
Weekend hours
0.00
Weekend nurse staffing
RN turnover
17%
Annual RN turnover
Total nurse turnover
41%
Annual nurse turnover
Quality measures
Resident outcomes and process scores
| Measure | Facility | State | National | Note |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 0.9 |
1.3
0.4 pts better
|
1.9
1 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 0.6 |
1.7
1.1 pts better
|
1.8
1.2 pts better
|
Long Stay · 20240701-20250630 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 89.2% |
93.5%
4.3 pts worse
|
93.4%
4.2 pts worse
|
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 | 0.0% |
3.4%
3.4 pts better
|
3.3%
3.3 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 0.0% |
7.4%
7.4 pts better
|
11.4%
11.4 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 7.1% |
5.0%
2.1 pts worse
|
5.4%
1.7 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 7.7% |
11.2%
3.5 pts better
|
19.6%
11.9 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 9.1% |
20.6%
11.5 pts better
|
16.7%
7.6 pts better
|
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 | 25.1% |
15.2%
9.9 pts worse
|
16.3%
8.8 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 26.3% |
14.6%
11.7 pts worse
|
14.9%
11.4 pts worse
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 3.6% |
0.8%
2.8 pts worse
|
1.0%
2.6 pts worse
|
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 | 16.2% |
22.4%
6.2 pts better
|
19.8%
3.6 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 0.9% |
3.7%
2.8 pts better
|
5.1%
4.2 pts better
|
Long Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 49.0% |
76.4%
27.4 pts worse
|
81.7%
32.7 pts worse
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 0.0% |
1.5%
1.5 pts better
|
1.6%
1.6 pts better
|
Short Stay · 2024Q4-2025Q3 |
Survey summary
Recent inspection cycles
Cycle 2
Health 2019-12-18 · Fire 2019-12-18
4 health deficiencies
Top issue: Freedom from Abuse and Neglect and Exploitation (2 deficiencies)
12 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Emergency Preparedness (5 deficiencies)
Cycle 3
Health 2018-12-20 · Fire 2018-12-20
1 health deficiencies
Top issue: Quality of Life and Care (1 deficiency)
4 fire-safety deficiencies
Top issue: Smoke (2 deficiencies)
Fire safety
Fire-safety citations
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-13
E39 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
Corrected 2024-04-25
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-13
E4 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Corrected 2024-04-23
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-13
K211 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Corrected 2024-05-02
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-13
K324 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Corrected 2024-05-02
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-13
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2024-05-02
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-13
K522 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have an externally vented heating system.
Corrected 2024-04-29
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-13
K923 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
Corrected 2024-05-02
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-12-18
E18 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Establish procedures for tracking staff and patients during an emergency.
Corrected 2020-01-20
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-12-18
E23 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Establish policies and procedures for medical documentation.
Corrected 2020-01-20
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-12-18
E24 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Establish policies and procedures for volunteers.
Corrected 2020-01-20
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-12-18
E26 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary.
Corrected 2020-01-20
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-12-18
E30 · Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies
Fire Safety
List the names and contact information of those in the facility.
Corrected 2020-01-20
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-12-18
K211 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Corrected 2020-01-22
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-12-18
K324 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Corrected 2020-01-20
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-12-18
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2020-02-03
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-12-18
K355 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.
Corrected 2020-01-20
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-12-18
K521 · Services Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.
Corrected 2020-01-21
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-12-18
K712 · Miscellaneous Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Corrected 2020-02-17
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-12-18
K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2020-01-22
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2018-12-20
K211 · Egress Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Corrected 2019-01-31
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2018-12-20
K345 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Corrected 2019-02-08
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2018-12-20
K353 · Smoke Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Corrected 2019-02-04
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2018-12-20
K918 · Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies
Fire Safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Corrected 2019-02-09
Inspection history
Recent health citations
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-13
F851 · Administration Deficiencies
Health
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
Corrected 2024-04-23
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-13
F550 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected 2024-04-23
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-13
F580 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
Health
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected 2024-04-23
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-13
F730 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Health
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Corrected 2024-04-23
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-13
F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2024-04-23
E · Potential for more than minimal harm
2024-03-13
F923 · Environmental Deficiencies
Health
Have enough outside ventilation via a window or mechanical ventilation, or both.
Corrected 2024-04-23
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-12-18
F812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Health
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected 2020-01-20
F · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-12-18
F943 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Give their staff education on dementia care, and what abuse, neglect, and exploitation are; and how to report abuse, neglect, and exploitation.
Corrected 2020-01-20
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-12-18
F604 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Health
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
Corrected 2020-01-20
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2019-12-18
F758 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
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 2020-01-20
D · Potential for more than minimal harm
2018-12-20
F695 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Health
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected 2019-01-16
Penalties and ownership
What sits behind the stars
Ownership
Harrison, Beverly
5% Or Greater Direct Ownership Interest · Individual
Harrison, Beverly
Corporate Director · Individual
Harrison, Beverly
Corporate Officer · Individual
Mossman, Carl
Operational/Managerial Control · Individual
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