Horizons Care Center faces challenges in its CMS ratings, earning a D grade with a score of 54/100. The facility ranks in the 49th percentile among Colorado nursing homes, suggesting significant room for improvement.
Staffing at Horizons Care Center is near the national average, with 3.88 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).
Recent inspections identified 26 deficiencies at Horizons 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 | 3.88 | 3.8 | Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.89 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.99 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.00 | 2.4 | Below Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.25 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.43 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0609 Severity DTimely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Jan 5, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0880 Severity FProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Nov 6, 2024 · Infection Control Deficiencies
- Tag 0812 Severity EProcure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Nov 6, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
- Tag 0554 Severity DAllow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.Nov 6, 2024 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0561 Severity DHonor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.Nov 6, 2024 · Resident Rights 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 | 6.8% | 4.5% | Worse |
| Falls with major injury | 4.1% | 3.0% | Worse |
| On antipsychotic medication | 20.6% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 2.2% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 20.0% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 3.8% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 24.2% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
2 penalties recorded by CMS
Total fines: $34,174
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of D is based on a score of 54 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 3★ → 24 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 3★ → 15 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 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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