Highline Post Acute has received an F grade based on CMS data, with a score of 10/100 — placing it among the lowest-rated nursing facilities in Colorado. Families considering this Denver facility should carefully review its inspection history and quality metrics.
Staffing levels are a potential concern at Highline Post Acute, with 3.08 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 CMS inspections identified 36 deficiencies at Highline Post Acute, including 2 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 | 3.08 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.44 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.79 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 1.86 | 2.4 | Below Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 2.88 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.42 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0760 Severity JEnsure that residents are free from significant medication errors.Dec 10, 2025 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
- Tag 0689 Severity GEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Jul 13, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0689 Severity DEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Apr 6, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0689 Severity JEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Feb 26, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0843 Severity FHave an agreement with at least one or more hospitals certified by Medicare or Medicaid to make sure residents can be moved quickly to the hospital whFeb 26, 2025 · Administration 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 | 2.6% | 4.5% | Better |
| Falls with major injury | 2.4% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 25.4% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 0.0% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 1.7% | 14.0% | Better |
| Excessive weight loss | 2.2% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 18.8% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
3 penalties recorded by CMS
Total fines: $57,059
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 10 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 1★ → 8 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 1★ → 5 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 2★ → 8 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 3★ → 9 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -15 pts
- Fine deductions: -5 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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