Yampa Valley Healthcare Center has received an F grade based on CMS data, with a score of 8/100 — placing it among the lowest-rated nursing facilities in Colorado. Families considering this Craig facility should carefully review its inspection history and quality metrics.
Staffing at Yampa Valley Healthcare Center is near the national average, with 3.63 total nursing hours per resident per day (national average: 3.8 hours).
Recent CMS inspections identified 39 deficiencies at Yampa Valley Healthcare 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 | 3.63 | 3.8 | Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 0.81 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.54 | 0.7 | Below Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 2.28 | 2.4 | Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 3.25 | 3.8 | Below Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 0.48 | 0.7 | Below Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0689 Severity EEnsure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Dec 3, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0684 Severity DProvide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Dec 3, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0561 Severity EHonor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.Aug 4, 2025 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
- Tag 0692 Severity GProvide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.Nov 24, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0801 Severity FEmploy sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a quNov 24, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary 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 | 3.4% | 4.5% | Better |
| Falls with major injury | 6.3% | 3.0% | Worse |
| On antipsychotic medication | 23.3% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 4.9% | 2.5% | Worse |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 33.6% | 14.0% | Worse |
| Excessive weight loss | 12.1% | 7.5% | Worse |
| New/worsened incontinence | 23.6% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
4 penalties recorded by CMS
Total fines: $147,859
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 8 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 1★ → 8 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 2★ → 10 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 3★ → 12 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 1★ → 3 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -15 pts
- Fine deductions: -10 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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