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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.
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 30th out of 177 homes in Colorado. 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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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 37m per day |
Similar to the Colorado average: 76.5%Briarwood Health Care Center is administrated by Andrew Ryan Van Gorder.
Key information about the people who lead and staff this community.
Colorado average 4.8
Last Health inspection on Jul 2025
Colorado average 24.8
Colorado average 5.2
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
21 of 22 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 1 of 22 resulted from complaint investigations.
150% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 0.4
90% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 2.1
Corrected
Corrected
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Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
19% worse than Colorado average
7% worse than Colorado 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.
7 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.
8.2 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.
7.8 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
505 contractor hours this quarter
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 54 | 1 | 55 | 19,176 | 92 | 100% | 7.8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 16 | 0 | 16 | 5,362 | 92 | 100% | 8.2 |
| Registered Nurse | 15 | 0 | 15 | 3,935 | 92 | 100% | 7 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,370 | 88 | 96% | 7.4 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,286 | 75 | 82% | 7.7 |
| Medication Aide/Technician | 1 | 0 | 1 | 671 | 70 | 76% | 9.6 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 568 | 65 | 71% | 8.7 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 537 | 72 | 78% | 7.5 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 528 | 66 | 72% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 516 | 58 | 63% | 8.9 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 2 | 0 | 2 | 504 | 69 | 75% | 7.2 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 481 | 63 | 68% | 7.6 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 4 | 2 | 6 | 457 | 67 | 73% | 6 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 375 | 46 | 50% | 8.1 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 2 | 0 | 2 | 288 | 34 | 37% | 8.5 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 3 | 3 | 42 | 6 | 7% | 6 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 29 | 3 | 3% | 9.5 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 8 | 2 | 2% | 4.1 |
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)
15% lower than Colorado averageColorado average: $40K
55% fewer fines than Colorado averageColorado average: 2.2
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than Colorado averageColorado average: 0.3
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
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.
5.0
45% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 9.0
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
12.9
31% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 18.8
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
7.7%
52% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 16.0%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
6.5%
62% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 17.0%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
24.6%
6% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 23.2%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.4%
59% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 3.3%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
5.4%
38% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 3.9%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
1.4%
5% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 1.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
3.8%
26% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 5.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
2.9%
60% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 7.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
16.3%
13% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 18.8%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.0%
6% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 93.3%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
6% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 94.7%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
88.2%
15% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 76.6%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
2.3%
63% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 1.4%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
76.6%
In line with Colorado averageColorado average: 75.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
19% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
31% of new residents, often for short stays.
50% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
78Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
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 Briarwood Health Care Center 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 #55 / 182Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 55th out of 182 homes in Colorado. Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Colorado 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.
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.
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Estimated distance in miles from Denver's city center to Briarwood Health Care Center's address, calculated via Google Maps.
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Briarwood Health Care Center is located in DENVER, Colorado.
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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. | Denver | 201 | 75.3% | -2% | 4.42 | -10% | +15% | $33.9k | 22 | 5.5 | 5 | 80 | A+ | 95 | Hollie Hoyle | $10.8M | $7.7M | 71.3% | 65255 | ||||
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Briarwood Health Care Center is in the USA neighborhood of DENVER.
The legal owner and operator of Briarwood Health Care Center is Life Care Centers Of America, Inc..
Briarwood Health Care Center has a walk score of 95. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.
Briarwood Health Care Center's occupancy is 75%.
Andrew Ryan Van Gorder is the administrator of Briarwood Health Care Center.
Briarwood Health Care Center has 201 beds.
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