Sierra Post Acute faces challenges in its CMS ratings, earning a D grade with a score of 41/100. The facility ranks in the 30th percentile among Colorado nursing homes, suggesting significant room for improvement.
Staffing levels are a potential concern at Sierra Post Acute, with 3.38 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 37 deficiencies at Sierra Post Acute, including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.38 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.53 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.80 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.05 | 2.4 | Below Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 2.83 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.32 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0689 Severity GEnsure 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 0880 Severity FProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Jan 28, 2026 · Infection Control Deficiencies
- Tag 0600 Severity DProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Jan 28, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0600 Severity GProtect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Oct 19, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0689 Severity DEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Feb 25, 2025 · 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 | 0.9% | 4.5% | Better |
| Falls with major injury | 2.3% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 44.4% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 1.1% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 16.2% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 1.3% | 7.5% | Better |
| New/worsened incontinence | 15.0% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
2 penalties recorded by CMS
Total fines: $12,874
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of D is based on a score of 41 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: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -10 pts
- Fine deductions: -1 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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