Uintah Health Care Special Service District is an average performer in CMS ratings, earning a C grade with a score of 60/100. Located in Vernal, Utah, the facility meets baseline standards across most quality metrics.
Staffing levels at Uintah Health Care Special Service District exceed national averages, with 6.25 total nursing hours per resident per day — compared to the national average of 3.8 hours. RN coverage of 1.79 hours per resident per day also exceeds the national average of 0.7 hours.
Recent CMS inspections identified 7 deficiencies at Uintah Health Care Special Service District, including 1 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services..
Score Breakdown
🏥 Staffing Details
| Staff Type | Hours/Resident/Day | National Avg | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Nursing | 6.25 | 3.8 | Above Average |
| Registered Nurses (RN) | 1.79 | 0.7 | Above Average |
| Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) | 0.67 | 0.7 | Average |
| Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) | 3.79 | 2.4 | Above Average |
| Weekend Total Nursing | 5.88 | 3.8 | Above Average |
| Weekend RN Hours | 1.62 | 0.7 | Above Average |
🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
- Tag 0740 Severity JEnsure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.Sep 24, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0711 Severity EEnsure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit.Feb 8, 2022 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
- Tag 0880 Severity EProvide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Feb 8, 2022 · Infection Control Deficiencies
- Tag 0676 Severity DEnsure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.Feb 8, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
- Tag 0676 Severity EEnsure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.Aug 28, 2019 · 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 | 1.5% | 4.5% | Better |
| Falls with major injury | 1.0% | 3.0% | Better |
| On antipsychotic medication | 47.1% | 14.5% | Worse |
| Urinary tract infections | 5.1% | 2.5% | Worse |
| ADL decline (daily activities) | 15.3% | 14.0% | Average |
| Excessive weight loss | 8.1% | 7.5% | Average |
| New/worsened incontinence | 17.8% | 45.0% | Better |
⚠️ Penalties & Fines
1 penalty recorded by CMS
Total fines: $28,038
How This Grade Was Calculated
This facility's grade of C is based on a score of 60 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:
- Overall CMS Rating: 3★ → 24 pts (max 40)
- Health Inspection Rating: 3★ → 15 pts (max 25)
- Staffing Rating: 4★ → 16 pts (max 20)
- Quality Measures Rating: 4★ → 12 pts (max 15)
- Penalty deductions: -5 pts
- Fine deductions: -2 pts
Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40
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