Briarwood Health Care Center is an average performer in CMS ratings, earning a C grade with a score of 64/100. Located in Denver, Colorado, the facility meets baseline standards across most quality metrics.
Staffing at Briarwood Health Care Center is near the national average, with 3.88 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).
Recent CMS inspections identified 22 deficiencies at Briarwood Health Care Center, including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.88 | 3.8 | Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.78 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.77 | 0.7 | Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.33 | 2.4 | Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.57 | 3.8 | Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.60 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0760 Severity GEnsure that residents are free from significant medication errors.Jul 15, 2025 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
- Tag 0550 Severity DHonor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.Oct 2, 2024 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0695 Severity DProvide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.Oct 2, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0698 Severity DProvide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.Oct 2, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0919 Severity DMake sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.Oct 2, 2024 · Environmental 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 | 4.9% | 4.5% | Average |
| Falls with major injury | 2.1% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 18.4% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 0.3% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 9.2% | 14.0% | Better |
| Excessive weight loss | 3.5% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 25.1% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
2 penalties recorded by CMS
Total fines: $47,867
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of C is based on a score of 64 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 4★ → 32 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 3★ → 15 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -10 pts
- Fine deductions: -4 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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