Heritage Park Care Center has received an F grade based on CMS data, with a score of 35/100 — placing it among the lowest-rated nursing facilities in Colorado. Families considering this Carbondale facility should carefully review its inspection history and quality metrics.
Staffing at Heritage Park Care Center is near the national average, with 3.49 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).
Recent inspections identified 30 deficiencies at Heritage Park Care Center. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.49 | 3.8 | Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.95 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.56 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 1.98 | 2.4 | Below Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.06 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.68 | 0.7 | Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0692 Severity GProvide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.Aug 28, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0867 Severity FSet up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.Aug 28, 2024 · Administration Deficiencies
- Tag 0550 Severity EHonor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.Aug 28, 2024 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0655 Severity ECreate and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admittedAug 28, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0695 Severity EProvide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.Aug 28, 2024 · 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 | 0.0% | 4.5% | Better |
| Falls with major injury | 9.8% | 3.0% | Worse |
| On antipsychotic medication | 26.2% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 5.0% | 2.5% | Worse |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 23.5% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 8.6% | 7.5% | Worse |
| New/worsened incontinence | 30.5% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
2 penalties recorded by CMS
Total fines: $38,365
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 35 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 2★ → 16 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 1★ → 5 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -10 pts
- Fine deductions: -3 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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