Irondale Post Acute has received an F grade based on CMS data, with a score of 3/100 — placing it among the lowest-rated nursing facilities in Colorado. Families considering this Commerce City facility should carefully review its inspection history and quality metrics.
Staffing levels are a potential concern at Irondale Post Acute, with 3.16 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 27 deficiencies at Irondale Post Acute, including 2 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a f.
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 3.16 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.50 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.75 | 0.7 | Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 1.91 | 2.4 | Below Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 2.73 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.43 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0693 Severity DEnsure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a fDec 7, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0689 Severity LEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Oct 8, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0867 Severity FSet up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.Oct 8, 2025 · Administration Deficiencies
- Tag 0689 Severity JEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Apr 29, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0689 Severity GEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Nov 19, 2024 · 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 | 2.9% | 4.5% | Better |
| Falls with major injury | 3.8% | 3.0% | Worse |
| On antipsychotic medication | 42.3% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 0.3% | 2.5% | Better |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 35.0% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 7.3% | 7.5% | Average |
| New/worsened incontinence | 25.1% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
4 penalties recorded by CMS
Total fines: $97,055
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 3 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: 2★ → 6 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -15 pts
- Fine deductions: -9 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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