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Avg Overall CMS Rating: 2.9/ 5The average Overall CMS Rating for all CMS-certified nursing homes in Colorado Springs, CO. Ratings combine health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.2/ 5
Avg Staffing Rating: 3.1/ 5The average Staffing Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Colorado Springs, CO. Reflects nursing staff hours per resident per day (including RNs), adjusted for residents' care needs. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.4/ 5
Avg Health Insp. Rating: 2.6/ 5The average Health Inspection Rating across all CMS-certified nursing homes in Colorado Springs, CO. Based on each facility's recent inspections and complaint investigations, weighing the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies. Individual facilities can vary widely from this average.
National Average: 3.0/ 5

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Info below is compiled from CMS reports & the CO Dept. of Public Health & Environment (CDPHE), senior community websites & trusted data sources such as Walk Score & BBB.

Communities are listed from highest-ranked to lowest-ranked based on our methodology.

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CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that regulates nursing homes) Overall 5-star rating — a composite of Health Inspection, Staffing, and Quality Measures scores. 5 stars = top 10% nationally. 1 star = bottom 10%. The single most important number to start with when comparing facilities.
Care Types in This Table AL (Assisted Living): Housing with help for daily activities like bathing, dressing, and medication, without 24-hour skilled nursing. NH (Nursing Home): 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. SNF (Skilled Nursing Facility): Round-the-clock nursing care, often for recovery after surgery, injury, or illness. MC (Memory Care): Secured, specialized care for people living with Alzheimer's or dementia. RC (Respite Care): Short-term temporary care that gives family caregivers a break. IL (Independent Living): Community living with dining, activities, and transportation for active seniors who need little personal care. HOS (Hospice Care): Comfort-focused care for those with a terminal illness, prioritizing quality of life over treatment.
Neighborhood or city area where the facility is located. Proximity to family, hospitals, and green space matters for both quality of life and ease of visitation. Consider drive time and transit access when evaluating location.
Licensed bed capacity. Larger facilities (300+ beds) often have more specialized programs but can feel institutional. Smaller homes (under 150 beds) tend to deliver more personalized care. Compare with Avg Res/Day to understand how full the facility typically runs.
Percentage of licensed beds filled on an average day. Color indicates financial health: green (90%+) = operationally strong, typically profitable. Amber (80–89%) = stable but leaving revenue on the table. Orange (70–79%) = financial strain likely, may struggle with fixed costs. Red (<70%) = significant distress, closure or ownership change risk increases sharply.
This facility's occupancy rate compared to the statewide average for similar facilities. A positive number means above-average demand. Facilities running 5%+ above the state average are typically the most sought-after in their market — a strong proxy for reputation.
CMS-adjusted total nurse hours per resident per day (RN + LPN + CNA combined). The national average is approximately 3.5 hrs. Higher is better — more direct care time per resident. Below 3.0 is a red flag. CMS weights RN hours more heavily because RNs handle complex clinical decisions that CNAs cannot.
CMS Health Inspection star rating (1–5 stars), based on the 3 most recent annual state surveys plus any complaint investigations. This is the hardest rating to manipulate — it reflects real surveyor findings on-site. 5 stars = fewest deficiencies found. 1 star = most. It carries the heaviest weight in the Overall CMS rating.
CMS Staffing star rating (1–5 stars), based on daily nurse staffing hours submitted to CMS via verified payroll data. Compares RN, LPN, and CNA coverage relative to resident acuity level. 5 stars = well above expected staffing. Weekend staffing is evaluated separately, as that's where many facilities quietly reduce coverage.
CMS Quality Measures star rating (1–5 stars), based on 15 clinical outcome metrics including fall rates, pressure ulcers, antipsychotic drug use, and hospital readmissions. Captures actual resident health outcomes, not just compliance. High QM combined with low Health Inspection scores can indicate a facility with strong care but weak documentation practices.
Registered Nurse hours per resident/day compared to the statewide average. RNs are the highest-skilled nursing staff — they assess residents, manage medications, and respond to emergencies. A value of +50% means RN coverage is 50% above the state norm. Negative values are a concern for residents with complex or acute medical needs.
Total nursing staff hours (RN + LPN + CNA combined) per resident/day vs. the statewide average. A broader measure than RN vs State — it captures the entire care team. A facility can have high total staffing but low RN hours, meaning more aides and fewer nurses. Read both columns together for the full picture.
Total dollar amount of federal monetary fines (civil money penalties) issued by CMS in the past 3 years. Fines are only levied for serious violations — typically actual harm to residents, repeated uncorrected deficiencies, or systemic non-compliance. Even a single fine is noteworthy. Multiple fines strongly suggest a pattern, not isolated incidents.
Total health deficiency citations from the most recent standard inspection cycle. Minor citations (scope A–C) are common and often administrative in nature. Higher counts aren't always disqualifying, but should be read alongside Severe Citations to understand actual harm levels. Under 10 is strong for a large facility; 30+ warrants a closer look.
Average deficiency citations per CMS inspection (survey) in the reporting window — total citations divided by the number of inspections. Lower is better; compare alongside total Citations and Severe Citations for context.
Citations at CMS scope/severity level G or higher — G–I means actual harm occurred; J–L means residents were placed in immediate jeopardy. (D–F is potential for harm only). Examples include unaddressed falls, medication errors causing injury, neglect, or abuse.
Average number of residents in the building on any given day, derived from annual census data. Reflects true operating scale — a 400-bed facility running 200 residents/day operates very differently from one at 390. Higher resident counts generally mean more funded staffing hours.
Better Business Bureau rating (A+ to F). Reflects complaint history, business transparency, and how family disputes were resolved. A+ means no significant unresolved complaints. A blank (—) means the facility isn't BBB-accredited, which is common for healthcare providers and not necessarily a negative signal.
Walk Score® (0–100). Measures walkability of the surrounding area. 90–100 = Walker's Paradise. 70–89 = Very Walkable. 50–69 = Somewhat Walkable. Below 50 = Car-Dependent. Higher scores benefit family visitors, resident outings, and staff commuting.
The licensed owner or operator of record filed with CMS — the individual or organization legally accountable for the facility. Searching the operator name across other facilities can reveal chain or multi-site ownership, which matters: chain-operated homes tend to have more variable quality outcomes than independently run facilities.
What the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts — not gross billings. Taken from the latest complete annual cost report, so it is comparable across homes reporting the same period. Revenue alone doesn't indicate care quality, but it funds staffing and capital reinvestment. Pair with Payroll %. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Staff salaries plus wage-related benefits from the latest complete annual cost report. Contract and agency labour is counted separately, under other operating costs, so a home leaning on agency staff can show a low figure here. Payroll is the cost most directly tied to care quality — compare with Payroll % for full context. Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
Payroll as a share of NET PATIENT REVENUE (not gross revenue). Both figures come from the same cost-report year. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Read with the Staffing star rating to judge whether spend translates into coverage — and note that homes whose patient revenue covers only part of their operation can read implausibly high. The Colorado average is: 63.5% Figures are from each facility's most recent complete fiscal year — hover a value for the exact year; a * marks homes that report an older period than most facilities.
CMS Certification Number: the unique federal identifier for this skilled nursing provider.
Sundance Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation
NH
SNF
Colorado Springs
68
Facility 68
CO AVG 93
Rank #158 / 233
88.2%
Facility 88.2%
CO AVG 73.3%
Rank #37 / 140
+20%
3.97
Facility 3.97
CO AVG 3.86
Rank #56 / 203
+24%+3%
$50.1k
Facility $50.1k
CO AVG $39.2k
Rank #179 / 211
17
Facility 17
CO AVG 24.8
Rank #59 / 205
2.8
Facility 2.8
CO AVG 5.2
Rank #29 / 205
260-
92
Facility 92
CO AVG 59
Rank #22 / 256
Cucharras Operations, LLC
$7.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG $9.9M
Rank #126 / 180
$4.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG $6.1M
Rank #134 / 180
52.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 52.3%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG 63.5%
Rank #138 / 180
65152
Springs Village Care Center Skilled Nursing & Rehab
NH
RC
SNF
Colorado Springs (East Colorado Springs)
91
Facility 91
CO AVG 93
Rank #113 / 233
91.0%
Facility 91.0%
CO AVG 73.3%
Rank #32 / 140
+24%
3.24
Facility 3.24
CO AVG 3.86
Rank #165 / 203
+5%-16%
$26.8k
Facility $26.8k
CO AVG $39.2k
Rank #141 / 211
37
Facility 37
CO AVG 24.8
Rank #166 / 205
6.2
Facility 6.2
CO AVG 5.2
Rank #143 / 205
383-
66
Facility 66
CO AVG 59
Rank #118 / 256
Stellar Springs Village Management LLC
$9.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $9.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG $9.9M
Rank #78 / 180
$5.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.9MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG $6.1M
Rank #85 / 180
60.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 60.8%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG 63.5%
Rank #79 / 180
65247
Falcon Heights Health and Rehabilitation
NH
Colorado Springs (Southeast Colorado Springs)
107
Facility 107
CO AVG 93
Rank #77 / 233
83.1%
Facility 83.1%
CO AVG 73.3%
Rank #58 / 140
+13%
2.86
Facility 2.86
CO AVG 3.86
Rank #186 / 203
-10%-26%
$6.1k
Facility $6.1k
CO AVG $39.2k
Rank #86 / 211
35
Facility 35
CO AVG 24.8
Rank #156 / 205
7.0
Facility 7.0
CO AVG 5.2
Rank #159 / 205
489-
49
Facility 49
CO AVG 59
Rank #169 / 256
Tafkar LLC
$8.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $8.1MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG $9.9M
Rank #113 / 180
$4.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG $6.1M
Rank #123 / 180
55.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 55.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG 63.5%
Rank #123 / 180
65168
Mountain View Post Acute
NH
RC
SNF
Colorado Springs
159
Facility 159
CO AVG 93
Rank #20 / 233
78.0%
Facility 78.0%
CO AVG 73.3%
Rank #72 / 140
+6%
3.22
Facility 3.22
CO AVG 3.86
Rank #165 / 203
-28%-17%
$29.2k
Facility $29.2k
CO AVG $39.2k
Rank #147 / 211
65
Facility 65
CO AVG 24.8
Rank #202 / 205
7.2
Facility 7.2
CO AVG 5.2
Rank #166 / 205
4124--Cheyenne Snf Healthcare LLC$14.4M*Fiscal year ending 08/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.$6.2M*Fiscal year ending 08/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.42.7%*Fiscal year ending 08/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.65147
Pikes Peak Post Acute
NH
HOS
MC
RC
SNF
Colorado Springs (East Colorado Springs)
210
Facility 210
CO AVG 93
Rank #4 / 233
33.3%
Facility 33.3%
CO AVG 73.3%
Rank #131 / 140
-55%
3.79
Facility 3.79
CO AVG 3.86
Rank #78 / 203
-38%-2%
$89.3k
Facility $89.3k
CO AVG $39.2k
Rank #197 / 211
45
Facility 45
CO AVG 24.8
Rank #189 / 205
7.5
Facility 7.5
CO AVG 5.2
Rank #173 / 205
370-
65
Facility 65
CO AVG 59
Rank #125 / 256
Pikes Peak Snf Healthcare LLC$15.9M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.$5.8M*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.36.2%*Fiscal year ending 12/2022These figures are from this home's most recent complete cost report — an older period than most facilities report. Compare with that in mind.65415
Colonial Health and Rehab Center
NH
Colorado Springs (Northeast Colorado Springs)
80
Facility 80
CO AVG 93
Rank #138 / 233
48.8%
Facility 48.8%
CO AVG 73.3%
Rank #119 / 140
-33%
2.86
Facility 2.86
CO AVG 3.86
Rank #186 / 203
-52%-26%
$24.5k
Facility $24.5k
CO AVG $39.2k
Rank #137 / 211
36
Facility 36
CO AVG 24.8
Rank #162 / 205
9.0
Facility 9.0
CO AVG 5.2
Rank #193 / 205
339A+
65
Facility 65
CO AVG 59
Rank #125 / 256
-
$7.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $7.5MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG $9.9M
Rank #128 / 180
$4.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $4.6MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG $6.1M
Rank #120 / 180
61.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 61.9%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG 63.5%
Rank #70 / 180
65225
Medallion Post Acute Rehabilitation
NH
AL
IL
MC
SNF
Colorado Springs
60
Facility 60
CO AVG 93
Rank #166 / 233
55.0%
Facility 55.0%
CO AVG 73.3%
Rank #114 / 140
-25%
3.44
Facility 3.44
CO AVG 3.86
Rank #132 / 203
-78%-11%
$86.7k
Facility $86.7k
CO AVG $39.2k
Rank #195 / 211
25
Facility 25
CO AVG 24.8
Rank #119 / 205
4.2
Facility 4.2
CO AVG 5.2
Rank #67 / 205
733-
95
Facility 95
CO AVG 59
Rank #4 / 256
Bijou Healthcare LLC
$10.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $10.0MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG $9.9M
Rank #73 / 180
$5.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility $5.7MFiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG $6.1M
Rank #93 / 180
57%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
Facility 57%Fiscal year ending 12/2023
CO AVG 63.5%
Rank #117 / 180
65113

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Overview of Sundance Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation
Sundance Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation provides patient-centered care with comprehensive services. The facility is certified by Medicare and Medicaid to provide 24-hour nursing care. It specializes in rehabilitation services to help residents achieve their highest level of function and independence.

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Overview of Springs Village Care Center Skilled Nursing & Rehab

Springs Village Care Center Skilled Nursing & Rehab is a nursing home in Colorado Springs, CO, offering nursing care, skilled nursing, and respite care. Nursing care and skilled nursing provide licensed nursing care on site around the clock, while respite care offers a short stay when a resident’s usual caregiver needs to travel or recover.

The community has 91 beds. Total nurse staffing is 3 hours 15 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands on nursing time allocated to each resident. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay. Medicare can help cover short term skilled care after a hospital stay, Medicaid may assist when savings do not cover a long stay, and private pay means the family or resident pays directly. The range of care can suit a resident who needs ongoing nursing support or a family that needs short term care while the usual caregiver travels or recovers.

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Overview of Falcon Heights Health and Rehabilitation

Make the most of your best years at Falcon Heights Health and Rehabilitation, a distinguished community in Colorado Springs, CO, offering skilled nursing and rehabilitation. Residents can ease their worries with a kind and highly trained team, providing exceptional care tailored to their unique needs 24/7. Purposely built and secure accommodations are also provided, ensuring older adults are comfortable and safe.

The community also participated in Medicare and Medicaid, striving to ease financial burdens. To enhance residents’ living experiences, physical, occupational, and speech therapy are provided. Featuring a wide range of care options and well-maintained amenities, the community ensures older adults have a blissful retirement.

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Mountain View Post Acute

835 Tenderfoot Hill Rd, Colorado Springs, CO 80906
Overview of Mountain View Post Acute

Mountain View Post Acute is a 159-bed nursing home run by owner David Shepherd. The property operates at a 78 percent occupancy rate, and residents stay for an average of 102 days. This operational pattern indicates a daily schedule that balances permanent medical placements with shorter, transitional post-hospital rehabilitation. For monthly billing, the business department takes state Medicaid, traditional Medicare, and regular private pay.

The surrounding location scores a 0 out of 100 on the walkability scale, meaning the area is entirely car-dependent, and visitors will need a vehicle for any errands outside the property. Indoors, the floor crew provides an average of 3 hours and 30 minutes of direct nursing care to each resident daily. This round-the-clock staff of RNs, LPNs, and aides carries out the clinical therapy programs for people recovering from recent surgeries or major illnesses.

Past inspection filings noted recurring operational problems concerning infection control, abuse prevention, daily care practices, medication handling, building maintenance, and staffing levels, which the administration is required to address under state guidelines.

Prospective individuals can contact the main office to check on current room availability, ask about the protocols for infection control and safety monitoring, or arrange a time to visit the campus.

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Pikes Peak Post Acute

2719 N Union Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80909
Overview of Pikes Peak Post Acute

Pikes Peak Post Acute is a large, 210-bed nursing home in Colorado Springs, Colorado, operated by Pikes Peak SNF Healthcare. The facility has an average length of stay of 87 days and currently runs at a 33 percent occupancy rate, indicating a smaller resident census that shifts between post-hospital rehabilitation and permanent nursing placements. To manage care costs, the front office accepts traditional Medicare, state Medicaid, and private accounts.

The surrounding neighborhood is moderately walkable, scoring a 65 out of 100, which allows visitors to handle some errands on foot. Inside the building, the floor staff provides an average of 3 hours and 32 minutes of direct nursing attention to each resident daily. This team of RNs, LPNs, and aides carries out the clinical rehabilitation programs, offers shared or private room layouts, and runs a structured dining setup.

Recent compliance reports noted operational and safety findings involving resident protection measures, supervision protocols, infection control practices, and kitchen safety, which the administration is responsible for correcting to meet state codes.

Families can contact the admissions department to ask about the intake timelines, verify how specific safety protocols are monitored, or set up an afternoon to walk through the building.

Contact Pikes Peak Post Acute

Overview of Colonial Health and Rehab Center

Colonial Health and Rehab Center is a nursing home in Colorado Springs, CO. Nursing home care provides ongoing nursing support and assistance with daily needs in a residential setting, so the community may suit a resident whose health needs call for regular nursing oversight.

The community has 80 beds. Total nurse staffing is 2 hours and 52 minutes per resident per day, representing the daily hands-on nursing time allocated to each resident. Payment options include Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.

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Overview of Medallion Post Acute Rehabilitation

Medallion Post Acute Rehabilitation is a 60-bed care community on East Bijou Street in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Owned by Bijou Healthcare LLC, the building operates at a 55 percent occupancy rate with an average length of stay of 77 days. This baseline reflects a split operational flow between long-term skilled nursing setups and shorter post-hospital rehabilitation. For financial coverage, the business office handles standard private pay, traditional Medicare, and state Medicaid.

The surrounding location is very pedestrian-friendly, with a walk score of 95 out of 100, which makes it easy for visitors to get to nearby spots on foot. On the inside, residents receive roughly 3 hours and 31 minutes of face-to-face nursing care every day from a floor crew made up of RNs, LPNs, and aides. This therapy and nursing staff monitor individual treatment plans for residents recovering from recent injuries, illnesses, or major surgeries.

Past surveys identified persistent clinical and operational issues related to wound care, infection control, medication management, nutritional support, resident dignity, and emergency response times for acute medical events, which the administration must track and resolve.

Prospective residents can get in touch with the admissions desk to check the status of open beds, ask how the staff manages specific safety and medication protocols, or plan an afternoon to tour the East Bijou Street property.

Contact Medallion Post Acute Rehabilitation

Brookdale Skyline

2365 Patriot Heights, Colorado Springs, CO 80904
Overview of Brookdale Skyline

Found in the serene neighborhood of Colorado Springs, Brookdale Skyline offers a picturesque living experience with the stunning backdrop of Pikes Peak and the Rocky Mountains. This continuing care retirement community provides four levels of care: independent living, assisted living, memory care, and skilled nursing, ensuring personalized support for each resident’s unique needs. The community is designed to create a vibrant and fulfilling lifestyle for its residents.

With over a dozen apartment floor plans, including garden homes with garages, residents have plenty of options to find their perfect living space. The community is pet-friendly and offers a wide array of amenities, such as an indoor heated pool, fitness center, library, and chapel, fostering an engaging and supportive environment. Residents can enjoy a variety of daily activities, from line dancing and swimming to arts and crafts and social events, promoting an active and connected community life. They are an easy choice if you want your loved one to thrive in Colorado Springs.

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Overview of The Healthcare Resort of Colorado Springs
The Healthcare Resort of Colorado Springs is changing the way that healthcare is being delivered to the Colorado Springs and surrounding Rocky Mountain area. With the fusion of world-class healthcare and personalized hospitality, guests encounter an experience that is truly unique and memorable. The facility offers rehabilitation therapy and a resort-like setting for recovery.

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Overview of The Bridge at Colorado Springs

Operated by Colorado Springs Retirement Operations, The Bridge at Colorado Springs is a 65-bed senior living community on International Circle in the city’s southeast part. Serving residents for 56 years, it’s housed in a three-story building where all residents are accommodated in private rooms. This provides a more personalized living environment and privacy.

The facility offers a full care continuum: assisted living, skilled nursing, and nursing home services in one place. This lets occupants age in place and transition between care levels without relocating, making it an especially pragmatic option for families wanting extensive senior care solutions. The ability to provide multiple levels of care also means the home can serve residents with varying health needs and circumstances. The location sits in a moderately walkable neighborhood with a Walk Score of 61, so most trips need transportation, but some errands and daily needs can be finished on foot. This positioning balances the convenience of nearby amenities with the residential area’s quieter character, which many seniors prefer to more busy or commercial settings. The neighborhood’s proximity to Colorado Springs’ central areas makes it convenient for occupants and visiting family members.

An in-person tour of The Bridge at Colorado Springs is the best way to learn more about amenities, services, dining options, activities, and staffing. Visiting will give you and your dearest one a direct sense of its atmosphere, room configurations, meal services, daily programming, and the diligent care approach. You’ll also be able to meet staff members and observe how the facility is run daily.

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Ranking Methodology

How we rank these nursing homes

Every nursing home above is evaluated across five weighted categories using CMS data including Care Compare, Payroll-Based Journal, and Medicare Cost Reports.

  • CMS data
  • 5 weighted categories
  • Updated quarterly
Full methodology

Weighting overview

  • 35%
    Care Quality
  • 20%
    Staffing
  • 20%
    Regulatory
  • 20%
    Operational
  • 5%
    Environment
01

Care Quality 35%

The largest single share of every ranking. CMS star ratings and quality measures that reflect actual care delivered to residents.

  • Includes
  • Overall Rating
  • Health Inspection
  • QM Rating
  • Long-Stay QM
  • Short-Stay QM
02

Staffing Adequacy 20%

The strongest predictor of resident outcomes. Volume and stability of nursing care, drawn from CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

  • Includes
  • Nurse Hrs/Res/Day
  • RN vs State
  • Total Nurse Staff Hrs vs State
  • RN Turnover
03

Regulatory & Safety Record 20%

Inspection patterns that star ratings can mask. We weight per-inspection rates more heavily than raw counts.

  • Includes
  • Citations
  • Citations/Inspection
  • Severe Citations
  • Fines
  • Accreditations
04

Operational & Financial Stability 20%

Stable operations and sound finances are leading indicators of consistent care over time.

  • Includes
  • Occupancy vs State
  • Avg Length of Stay
  • Revenue
  • Payroll %
  • Years in Operation
  • Admin Tenure
05

Environment & Accessibility 5%

Context that matters to families but doesn't directly measure clinical care. Weighted lower for nursing homes than for assisted or independent living.

  • Includes
  • Walk Score
  • BBB Rating
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Colorado Springs Nursing Home Facilities Overview

  • Avg payroll costs: $4,182,750.58 (Colorado avg: $4,180,342.40)
  • Avg home costs: $6,111,078.83 (Colorado avg: $5,715,123.39)
  • Avg occupancy: 80.48% (Colorado avg: 75.85%)
  • Avg bed count: 111 (Colorado avg: 97)
  • Avg home revenue: $11,256,067.13 (Colorado avg: $9,549,707.31)

Community-level financial and occupancy data

  • KIOWA HILLS HEALTH AND REHAB: 47.11% occupancy, 83 beds, $1,224,744.00 home revenue, $554,289.00 payroll costs, $849,158.00 home costs.
  • LIFE CARE CENTER OF COLORADO SPRINGS: 69.83% occupancy, 110 beds, $10,562,482.00 home revenue, $4,891,101.00 payroll costs, $3,759,059.00 home costs.
  • THE GARDENS: 93.78% occupancy, 45 beds, $5,179,310.00 home revenue, $1,889,822.00 payroll costs, $2,719,817.00 home costs.
  • ST FRANCIS NURSING CENTER: 86.55% occupancy, 110 beds, $13,682,924.00 home revenue, $4,554,539.00 payroll costs, $9,042,336.00 home costs.
  • FOUNTAIN VIEW HEALTH AND REHAB: 86.44% occupancy, 90 beds, $1,691,022.00 home revenue, $798,936.00 payroll costs, $1,179,385.00 home costs.
  • COLONIAL HEALTH AND REHABILITATION: 87.75% occupancy, 80 beds, $1,543,680.00 home revenue, $758,971.00 payroll costs, $1,077,337.00 home costs.
  • FALCON HEIGHTS HEALTH AND REHAB: 72.15% occupancy, 107 beds, $1,309,114.00 home revenue, $637,242.00 payroll costs, $956,771.00 home costs.
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MetricColorado SpringsColorado
Avg payroll costs$4,182,750.58$4,180,342.40
Avg home costs$6,111,078.83$5,715,123.39
Avg occupancy80.48%75.85%
Avg bed count11197
Avg home revenue$11,256,067.13$9,549,707.31
CommunityOccupancyBedsHome RevenuePayroll CostsHome CostsMedicareMedicaidPrivate Pay
KIOWA HILLS HEALTH AND REHAB47.11%83$1,224,744.00$554,289.00$849,158.000.50%86.88%12.62%
LIFE CARE CENTER OF COLORADO SPRINGS69.83%110$10,562,482.00$4,891,101.00$3,759,059.008.19%60.44%31.37%
THE GARDENS93.78%45$5,179,310.00$1,889,822.00$2,719,817.0010.71%72.66%16.63%
ST FRANCIS NURSING CENTER86.55%110$13,682,924.00$4,554,539.00$9,042,336.000.91%83.66%15.43%
FOUNTAIN VIEW HEALTH AND REHAB86.44%90$1,691,022.00$798,936.00$1,179,385.005.52%86.61%7.87%
COLONIAL HEALTH AND REHABILITATION87.75%80$1,543,680.00$758,971.00$1,077,337.001.50%83.59%14.91%
FALCON HEIGHTS HEALTH AND REHAB72.15%107$1,309,114.00$637,242.00$956,771.000.02%84.46%15.52%
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Frequently Asked Questions about Nursing Homes in Colorado Springs, CO

What's the difference between assisted living and a nursing home in Colorado?

Assisted living in Colorado is a residential model focused on housing, hospitality, and help with daily activities. Nursing homes (skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses for residents with significant health needs, and are regulated more strictly under both state and federal CMS rules.

Does Colorado Medicaid cover nursing home care?

Yes — Colorado Medicaid covers nursing home care for residents who meet income, asset, and medical-need eligibility requirements. Most CMS-certified nursing homes accept Medicaid as a primary payer once long-term-care eligibility is established.

What is nursing home care?

Nursing homes (also called skilled nursing facilities) provide 24/7 medical care from licensed nurses, rehabilitation services, and long-term custodial care for residents with significant health or functional needs.

How many nursing homes are listed on this page?

This page features 24 nursing homes in Colorado Springs, CO. Use the filters and comparison tools above to compare ratings, amenities, and pricing.

How do I choose the right nursing home in Colorado Springs, CO?

Start by matching the level of care offered to the resident's current and anticipated needs, then compare licensing status, staff-to-resident ratios, recent inspection results, and pricing. Tour at least two or three communities in Colorado Springs, CO, talk to current residents and families, and confirm what is included in the base rate versus billed as add-on services.

What should I look for when visiting nursing homes in Colorado Springs, CO?

Pay attention to staff interactions with residents, cleanliness and odor, food quality at meal times, the activity calendar, and how questions about pricing and care plans are answered. Ask to see the most recent state inspection report, the move-out / level-of-care-change policy, and a sample monthly bill that lists every fee.