Total health inspections
2
Utah average 3.5
Last Health inspection on Apr 2025
Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Avamere at Mountain Ridge
Nursing Home, Assisted Living & Memory Care · Ogden, UT
CMS overall rating
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.
Avamere at Mountain Ridge
Nursing Home, Assisted Living & Memory Care · Ogden, UT
CMS overall rating
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.
Avamere at Mountain Ridge accepts Medicare and private pay.
Overview of Avamere at Mountain Ridge
Avamere at Mountain Ridge is focused on promoting an active lifestyle for their independent living; while residents of assisted living are provided with familiarity and comfort; memory care is offered engaging activities. The enriching home continues to show that whatever category of living their residents are situated in, they are provided with quality healthcare. The lifestyle promoted in the community provides an environment where residents are able to celebrate their individuality and independence. Avamere at Mountain Ridge has welcomed seniors and families to their beautiful community that has been thoughtfully designed to have a wonderful time during their golden years.
Avamere has ensured that residents are able to live comfortably through their helpful features that include wheelchair-accessible showers, high-speed internet, a kitchenette, cable or satellite TV, and an air-conditioned community– all designed to make their stay easy and hassle-free. A list of amenities that offer endless possibilities include their cafe or bistro, private dining room, dogs and cats allowed, barbershop and salon; as well as arts and crafts center, billiards lounge, fitness center, and library that allow for engaging and enriching activities to be held.
Quality ratings
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.
Staffing hours breakdown
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.
Total nursing care / resident
This home is ranked 14th 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.
This home is ranked 14th 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.
4h 12m per day
Rank #14 / 66Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 14th out of 66 homes in Utah. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Utah average, with a ranking across 66 Utah SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
vs Utah avg
+12%
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
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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.
| 4h 59m per day |
Types of Care at Avamere at Mountain Ridge
Assisted Living
Memory Care
Capacity and availability
This home usually has availability
Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
82.3%
Rank #22 / 81Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 22nd out of 81 homes in Utah. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Utah average, with its Statewide rank out of 81. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
24 days
Occupancy rate
82.3%
Rank #22 / 81Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 22nd out of 81 homes in Utah. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Utah average, with its Statewide rank out of 81. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Avg. Length of Stay
24 days
119-bed community Rank #43 / 196Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 43rd out of 196 homes in Utah. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Utah SNFs. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
23 years in operation Rank #84 / 197Years in operation — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 84th out of 197 homes in Utah. Shows how long this facility has been in operation compared to other Utah SNFs. Longer operating histories may benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A longer operating history, which may indicate experience navigating regulations and delivering ongoing care.
Walk Score: 56 / 100 Rank #119 / 281Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 119th out of 281 homes in Utah. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Utah SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
About this community
Facility TypeAssisted Living Facility - Type Ii
IssuanceJanuary 24, 2003
ExpirationApril 30, 2026
CountyWeber
Profit StatusFor-Profit
Wheelchair Accessible
Emergency SystemsEmergency call system.
Safety Features24-hour staff, call pendants, emergency responders on call 24/7, safety bars in bathrooms.
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
24-Hour Staffing
No Alzheimer's certification
Pets Allowed
HousekeepingYes
Linen ServiceYes
Utilities IncludedYes
ActivitiesVibrant activities calendar.
IL$3,689 per month
AL$4,281 per month
MC$4,874 per month
Food DescriptionExquisite dining with fresh, nutritional menu options.
Inspection History
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.
Since 2025 · 1 year of data
10 deficiencies
7 inspections
Inspection Scorecard
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.
Since 2025 vs. Utah state average
Overall vs. UT average
1 Worse
Metrics worse than Utah average:
• Total inspections (133% above) 5 Better Metrics better than Utah average:
• Total deficiencies (29% below)
• Deficiencies per year (29% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (70% below)
• Inspections with deficiencies (50% below)
• Inspection deficiency rate (79% below)
• Total inspections (133% above) 5 Better Metrics better than Utah average:
• Total deficiencies (29% below)
• Deficiencies per year (29% below)
• Deficiencies per inspection (70% below)
• Inspections with deficiencies (50% below)
• Inspection deficiency rate (79% below)
Latest Inspection
January 22, 2025
Renewal
Deficiencies
| This Facility | UT Average | vs. UT Avg |
|---|---|---|---|
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Total deficiencies
Formal regulatory issues recorded by inspectors across all inspection types.
| 10 | 14 | This facility has 29% fewer total deficiencies than a typical Utah nursing home (10 vs. UT avg 14).↓ 29% better |
|
Deficiencies per year
Average deficiencies per year since 2025.
| 10 | 14 | This facility has 29% fewer deficiencies per year than a typical Utah nursing home (10 vs. UT avg 14).↓ 29% better |
|
Deficiencies per inspection
Average deficiencies per inspection.
| 1.4 | 4.7 | This facility has 70% fewer deficiencies per inspection than a typical Utah nursing home (1.4 vs. UT avg 4.7).↓ 70% better |
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.
| 7 | 3 | This facility has 133% more total inspections than a typical Utah nursing home (7 vs. UT avg 3).↑ 133% worse |
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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.
| 14% | 67% | This facility has 53 percentage points lower inspection deficiency rate than a typical Utah nursing home (14% vs. UT avg 67%).↓ 53% better |
Inspection Reports Summary
An editor-reviewed summary of the themes and findings across this facility's recent inspection reports.
The most recent inspection on January 22, 2025, found deficiencies in staff training, resident assessments, medication administration, and emergency preparedness. Earlier inspections were not provided for comparison, so the broader inspection pattern is unclear from the available data. Inspectors cited issues mainly related to staff competency, medication management, and facility maintenance, including housekeeping and safety measures. No complaint investigations or enforcement actions were listed in the available reports. Without prior reports for context, it is not possible to determine a clear trend in compliance over time.
Read the full inspection reports for this facility, including detailed findings and corrective actions.
Show Inspection ReportsHealth Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
4
Rank #2 / 65Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 2nd out of 65 homes in Utah. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Utah State average, with a ranking across all 65 UT SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Utah average 27.7
Citations per inspection
2
Rank #2 / 65Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 2nd out of 65 homes in Utah. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Utah mean across 65 SNFs with citation data. Lower is better.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Utah average 7.62
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
3 of 4 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 1 of 4 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Breakdown of citation severity (last 5 years)
Critical health citations
0
100% better than Utah averageUtah average: 0.7
Serious health citations
0
100% better than Utah averageUtah average: 2.5
Citations history (last 5 years)
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Apr 16, 2025
Corrected
Abuse/Neglect moderate citation
Apr 16, 2025
Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation
Apr 16, 2025
Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation
Dec 16, 2021
Corrected
Staffing Data
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Total staff
74
Employees
74
Contractors
0
Staff to resident ratio
2.47:1
15% better than Utah average
Avg staff/day
28
Average shift
7.1 hours
10% worse than Utah average
Total staff hours (quarter)
18,323
Nursing staff breakdown
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
RN Staff
12
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.8 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.8 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
LPN Staff
8
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.4 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.4 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
CNA Staff
31
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
6.8 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
6.8 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Contractor staffing
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
0%
0 contractor hours this quarter
No contractor roles were reported this quarter.
Staff by category
Q4 2025 · Oct 1 – Dec 31
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 31 | 0 | 31 | 7,690 | 92 | 100% | 6.8 |
| Registered Nurse | 12 | 0 | 12 | 3,135 | 92 | 100% | 7.8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,781 | 82 | 89% | 7.8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,016 | 77 | 84% | 6.2 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 2 | 0 | 2 | 978 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 8 | 0 | 8 | 946 | 77 | 84% | 7.4 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 528 | 66 | 72% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 528 | 66 | 72% | 8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 3 | 0 | 3 | 471 | 66 | 72% | 4 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 1 | 0 | 1 | 415 | 50 | 54% | 8.3 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 2 | 0 | 2 | 413 | 74 | 80% | 5.6 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 405 | 63 | 68% | 6.4 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 17 | 13 | 14% | 1.3 |
31 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
12 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
6 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
89%
4 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
84%
2 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
71%
8 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
84%
1 Administrator
% of Days
72%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
72%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
72%
1 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days
54%
2 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
80%
2 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
% of Days
68%
1 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
14%
Penalties and fines
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
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
8% better than Utah averageUtah average: 92.9%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.0%
100% better than Utah averageUtah average: 1.1%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
99.5%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
99.5%
9% better than Utah averageUtah average: 91.0%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
73% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
25 days
Private pay
27% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
19 days
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
30
Medicare
29
96.7% of residents
Private pay or other
1
3.3% of residents
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Avamere at Mountain Ridge based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
82.3%
↑ 0.8pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$504.5K
↓ ~$289.8K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$3.5M
↑ ~$269.9K vs 2022
Profit Margin
-6.1%
↓ 3.3pp vs 2022
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$8.3M
Operating loss
-$504.5K
Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Home revenue
$8.3M Rank #34 / 63Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 34th out of 63 homes in Utah. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Utah SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Operating loss
-$504.5K
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #38 / 63Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 38th 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.
$3.5M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #38 / 63Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 38th 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.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$5.4M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$8.8M
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Living Spaces & Floor Plans for Avamere at Mountain Ridge
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Studio 288 Sq Ft Floorplan
One Bedroom 365 Sq Ft Floorplan
Two Bedroom 575 Sq Ft Floorplan
Two Bedroom 575 Sq Ft Floorplan
Deluxe One Bedroom 588 Sq Ft Floorplan
Deluxe One Bedroom 588 Sq Ft Floorplan
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6.1 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from South Ogden's city center to Avamere at Mountain Ridge's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.44 miles to nearest hospital (Advanced Research Institute-Ogden)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Avamere at Mountain Ridge
What neighborhood is Avamere at Mountain Ridge in?
Avamere at Mountain Ridge is in the South Ogden neighborhood of South Ogden.
Is Avamere at Mountain Ridge in a walkable area?
Avamere at Mountain Ridge has a walk score of 56. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
When does Avamere at Mountain Ridge's license expire?
According to UT state health department records, Avamere at Mountain Ridge's license expires on April 30, 2026.
Does Avamere at Mountain Ridge have different floorplan options?
Yes — see the floorplan options available at Avamere at Mountain Ridge on this page.
Does Avamere at Mountain Ridge operate as a for-profit or non-profit?
Avamere at Mountain Ridge is registered as a for-profit in UT.
How many beds does Avamere at Mountain Ridge have?
Avamere at Mountain Ridge has 119 beds.
Are there photos of Avamere at Mountain Ridge?
Yes — there are 52 photos of Avamere at Mountain Ridge in the photo gallery on this page.
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