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CONTINUING CARE AT WIND CREST

3420 MILL VISTA RD, HIGHLANDS RANCH, CO 80129
Score: 96 / 100

Continuing Care At Wind Crest is one of the top-rated nursing facilities in Highlands Ranch, Colorado, earning an A grade based on CMS data. With a score of 96/100, it ranks in the top 2% of facilities statewide — a strong indicator of quality care.

Staffing levels at Continuing Care At Wind Crest exceed national averages, with 5.02 total nursing hours per resident per day — compared to the national average of 3.8 hours. RN coverage of 1.71 hours per resident per day also exceeds the national average of 0.7 hours.

Recent inspections identified 7 deficiencies at Continuing Care At Wind Crest. While none were classified as the most serious level, families should review the detailed inspection history below.

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 40 / 40 pts
5 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 25 / 25 pts
5 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 16 / 20 pts
4 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 15 / 15 pts
5 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 5.02 3.8 Above Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 1.71 0.7 Above Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.63 0.7 Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.68 2.4 Above Average
Weekend Total Nursing 4.42 3.8 Above Average
Weekend RN Hours 1.18 0.7 Above Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

7
Total Deficiencies
Aug 14, 2024
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 7 Moderate
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0761 Severity D
    Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologi
    Aug 14, 2024 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
  • Tag 0812 Severity F
    Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
    Mar 15, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
  • Tag 0558 Severity D
    Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
    Mar 15, 2023 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0658 Severity D
    Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
    Mar 15, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
  • Tag 0677 Severity D
    Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
    Mar 15, 2023 · 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 3.2% 4.5% Better
Falls with major injury 1.7% 3.0% Better
On antipsychotic medication 7.9% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 3.4% 2.5% Worse
ADL decline (daily activities) 39.5% 14.0% Worse
Excessive weight loss 2.3% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 17.4% 45.0% Better

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of A is based on a score of 96 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 5★ → 40 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 5★ → 25 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
Non profit - Other
Certified Beds
44
Provider Type
Medicare
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Aug 14, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
1