Wheatridge Care Center has received an F grade based on CMS data, with a score of 38/100 — placing it among the lowest-rated nursing facilities in Colorado. Families considering this Wheat Ridge facility should carefully review its inspection history and quality metrics.
Staffing levels are a potential concern at Wheatridge Care Center, with 3.25 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 22 deficiencies at Wheatridge Care Center, 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 | 3.25 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.60 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.69 | 0.7 | Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 1.96 | 2.4 | Below Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.05 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.46 | 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.Jun 11, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0882 Severity FDesignate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.Jun 11, 2025 · Infection Control Deficiencies
- Tag 0605 Severity EPrevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.Jun 11, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
- Tag 0658 Severity EEnsure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.Jun 11, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
- Tag 0727 Severity EHave a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.Jun 11, 2025 · Nursing and Physician Services 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 | 1.9% | 4.5% | Better |
| Falls with major injury | 3.3% | 3.0% | Worse |
| On antipsychotic medication | 21.1% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 1.0% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 4.7% | 14.0% | Better |
| Excessive weight loss | 8.3% | 7.5% | Worse |
| New/worsened incontinence | 23.5% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
3 penalties recorded by CMS
Total fines: $41,722
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 38 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 3★ → 24 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 2★ → 10 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 2★ → 8 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -15 pts
- Fine deductions: -4 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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