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The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Situated in the picturesque city of Brigham, Utah, Sandstone Pioneer Trail is a skilled nursing facility offering residents top-tier short-term rehabilitation, physical therapy, and skilled nursing care. It is committed to fostering well-being and aiding individuals in their journey toward recovery and independence. Sandstone Pioneer Trail prioritizes providing the highest quality of care, boasting a dedicated team of professionals who strive to ensure residents receive optimal support.
The facility’s mission revolves around delivering exceptional nursing care and comprehensive rehabilitation, enabling residents to regain their lifestyle preferences. With a capacity of 102 beds and an average daily occupancy of 44 residents, Sandstone Pioneer Trail is committed to empowering individuals to resume their cherished activities. Sandstone Pioneer Trail is an excellent choice for those seeking exemplary skilled nursing care or rehabilitation services.
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
This home is ranked 18th out of 66 homes in Utah. Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
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Registered Nurse (RN)
RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.
| 1h 5m per day | ▼ 8% State avg: 1h 11m per day · National avg: 41m per day |
|
LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.
| 27m per day | ▼ 10% State avg: 30m per day · National avg: 52m per day |
|
Nurse Aide
Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.
| 2h 13m per day | ▼ 6% State avg: 2h 22m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day |
|
Weekend Total Nursing
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
| 3h 17m per day | ▼ 6% State avg: 3h 31m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day |
|
Weekend RN
Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.
| 55m per day | ▲ 10% State avg: 50m per day · National avg: 29m per day |
Lower than the Utah average: 70.1%In Utah, the Department of Health and Human Services, Health Facility Licensing conducts regular onsite inspections to ensure compliance with state and federal healthcare standards.
This scorecard compares key inspection, citation, and complaint metrics at this facility against the Utah state average. Metrics rated ≥15% worse than average are highlighted in red; those ≥15% better are highlighted in green.
Deficiencies
| This Facility | UT Average | vs. UT Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 17 | 14 | This facility has 21% more total deficiencies than a typical Utah nursing home (17 vs. UT avg 14).↑ 21% worse |
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Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2021.
| 3.4 | 2.8 | This facility has 21% more deficiencies per year than a typical Utah nursing home (3.4 vs. UT avg 2.8).↑ 21% worse |
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Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 8.5 | 4.7 | This facility has 81% more deficiencies per inspection than a typical Utah nursing home (8.5 vs. UT avg 4.7).↑ 81% worse |
Inspections
| This Facility | UT Average | vs. UT Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total inspections
Combined count of all routine and focused inspections. Excludes complaint investigations.
| 2 | 3 | This facility has 33% fewer total inspections than a typical Utah nursing home (2 vs. UT avg 3).↓ 33% better |
|
Inspections with deficiencies
Inspections that resulted in at least one regulatory deficiency.
| 1 | 2 | This facility has 50% fewer inspections with deficiencies than a typical Utah nursing home (1 vs. UT avg 2).↓ 50% better |
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Inspection deficiency rate
Percentage of inspections that resulted in at least one deficiency.
| 50% | 67% | This facility has 17 percentage points lower inspection deficiency rate than a typical Utah nursing home (50% vs. UT avg 67%).↓ 17% better |
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on April 3, 2025, identified deficiencies related to failure to timely report suspected resident-to-resident abuse and other issues including care planning, supervision, medication management, infection prevention, and food safety. Earlier inspections showed a pattern of similar concerns, particularly around abuse reporting and investigation, resident safety, and infection control, with prior findings also noting failure to protect residents from abuse and inadequate care plans. Complaint investigations included substantiated cases of resident-to-resident abuse and failure to report incidents promptly, but enforcement actions such as fines or license suspensions were not listed in the available reports. Most complaints were substantiated, especially those involving abuse and reporting failures. The inspection history suggests ongoing challenges with abuse reporting and care oversight, with no clear improvement trend evident.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
Show Inspection ReportsUtah average 3.5
Last Health inspection on Apr 2025
Utah average 27.7
Utah average 7.62
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
10 of 16 citations resulted from standard inspections; 5 of 16 resulted from complaint investigations; and 1 of 16 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
100% better than Utah averageUtah average: 0.7
20% better than Utah averageUtah average: 2.5
Corrected
Corrected
Corrected
Corrected
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
13% worse than Utah average
11% worse than Utah average
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Manages medical care and health needs.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.5 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Assists with medical care and medications.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.7 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
6.7 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
819 contractor hours this quarter
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 32 | 0 | 32 | 7,209 | 92 | 100% | 6.7 |
| Registered Nurse | 17 | 0 | 17 | 2,547 | 92 | 100% | 8.5 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,576 | 90 | 98% | 8.7 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 849 | 68 | 74% | 6.7 |
| Administrator | 2 | 0 | 2 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 472 | 59 | 64% | 8 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 449 | 56 | 61% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 361 | 67 | 73% | 5.4 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 0 | 3 | 3 | 312 | 64 | 70% | 4.9 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 305 | 61 | 66% | 5 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 0 | 1 | 1 | 91 | 35 | 38% | 2.6 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 0 | 4 | 4 | 38 | 23 | 25% | 1.6 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 0 | 3 | 3 | 17 | 24 | 26% | 0.7 |
Includes penalties issued in 2023-2025
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
55% lower than Utah averageUtah average: $53K
In line with Utah averageUtah average: 1.9
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than Utah averageUtah average: 0.3
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
2 penalties in the past 3 years
Multiple penalties were reported in the last 3 years.
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Apr 3, 2025
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Aug 24, 2023Last updated: Jan 2026
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
11.3
21% worse than Utah averageUtah average: 9.3
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
23.3
16% worse than Utah averageUtah average: 20.1
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
19.3%
23% worse than Utah averageUtah average: 15.7%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
24.9%
17% worse than Utah averageUtah average: 21.3%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
25.6%
11% worse than Utah averageUtah average: 23.1%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.0%
25% better than Utah averageUtah average: 2.6%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
6.0%
43% worse than Utah averageUtah average: 4.2%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.3%
36% better than Utah averageUtah average: 2.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
4.1%
In line with Utah averageUtah average: 4.1%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
6.3%
62% better than Utah averageUtah average: 16.5%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
11.4%
15% better than Utah averageUtah average: 13.5%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
96.7%
In line with Utah averageUtah average: 97.1%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
In line with Utah averageUtah average: 98.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.2%
7% better than Utah averageUtah average: 92.9%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
4.8%
344% worse than Utah averageUtah average: 1.1%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
95.7%
5% better than Utah averageUtah average: 91.0%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
61.7%
22% better than Utah averageUtah average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
21% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
62% of new residents, often for short stays.
17% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
39Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
State-approved Nurse Aide Training and Competency Evaluation Program on-site
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Historical financial and operational data for Sandstone Pioneer Trail based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #47 / 63Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 47th out of 63 homes in Utah. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Utah average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Residents typically stay for brief periods, with frequent admissions and discharges throughout the year.
1.2 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Brigham City's city center to Sandstone Pioneer Trail's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.27 miles to nearest hospital (Advantage Medical Center)
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Sandstone Pioneer Trail is located in Brigham City, Utah.
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The information below is reported by the Utah Department of Health and Human Services, Health Facility Licensing.
| Sandstone Pioneer Trail |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Brigham City (South 200 West) | 72 | 49.7% | -29% | 3.86 | +38% | +4% | $23.8k | 16 | 5.3 | 2 | 42 | 52 | Brigham City Nursing & Rehab LLC | $6.0M | $2.7M | 45.8% | 465020 | ||||
| Sandstone Brigham City |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | Brigham City (North 200 East) | 84 | 41.9% | -40% | 3.67 | +10% | -1% | $0 | 19 | 6.3 | 2 | 29 | 26 | Willow Glen Nursing & Rehab LLC | $6.3M | $2.6M | 41.6% | 465093 | ||||
| Sandstone American Fork |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
AL Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence. | American Fork | 106 | 62.5% | -11% | 5.46 | +21% | +47% | $35.4k | 66 | 16.5 | 6 | 25 | 49 | American Fork Nursing & Rehabilitation LLC | $9.2M | $5.0M | 54.7% | 465097 |
Sandstone Pioneer Trail is in the South 200 West neighborhood of Brigham City.
Sandstone Pioneer Trail has a walk score of 52. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
According to UT state health department records, Sandstone Pioneer Trail's license expires on July 31, 2027.
Sandstone Pioneer Trail's occupancy is 50%.
Sandstone Pioneer Trail has 72 beds.
(435) 723-5289 will put you in contact with the team at Sandstone Pioneer Trail.
Sandstone Pioneer Trail is in Box Elder County.
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