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SOUTH VALLEY POST ACUTE REHABILITATION

4450 E JEWELL AVE, DENVER, CO 80222
Score: 92 / 100

South Valley Post Acute Rehabilitation is one of the top-rated nursing facilities in Denver, Colorado, earning an A grade based on CMS data. With a score of 92/100, it ranks in the top 8% of facilities statewide — a strong indicator of quality care.

Staffing levels are a potential concern at South Valley Post Acute Rehabilitation, with 3.28 total nursing hours per resident per day — below the national average of 3.8 hours. Lower staffing can impact care quality and staff responsiveness.

Recent inspections identified 19 deficiencies at South Valley Post Acute Rehabilitation. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 40 / 40 pts
5 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 25 / 25 pts
5 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 12 / 20 pts
3 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 15 / 15 pts
5 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.28 3.8 Below Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.52 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.70 0.7 Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.06 2.4 Below Average
Weekend Total Nursing 2.98 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.50 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

19
Total Deficiencies
Jan 28, 2026
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 19 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0689 Severity E
    Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
    Jan 28, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0584 Severity D
    Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for d
    May 15, 2024 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0695 Severity D
    Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
    Nov 12, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
  • Tag 0554 Severity D
    Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
    Sep 7, 2022 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0695 Severity D
    Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
    Sep 7, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.

Measure This Facility Nat'l Avg
Residents with pressure ulcers 4.6% 4.5% Average
Falls with major injury 4.6% 3.0% Worse
On antipsychotic medication 10.8% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 0.3% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 18.5% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 3.2% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 20.4% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 92 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 5★ → 40 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 5★ → 25 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Certified Beds
106
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Nov 12, 2023
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
2