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Cottonwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.

Cottonwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

CMS overall rating Info CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
450 Prospector Ave, Durango, CO 81301-7940 View map Calculator: See prices in your area
Cottonwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
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Overview of Cottonwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

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Cottonwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is a 40-bed nursing home located on Prospector Avenue in Durango, Colorado. With 35 beds currently occupied, the facility operates at an 88 percent occupancy rate, demonstrating a stable census. Stays here average 66 days, which reflects a daily operational focus on short-term post-hospital therapy, wound management, and diabetic care. To handle room and care costs, the billing office accepts traditional Medicare, state Medicaid, and standard private payments.

The surrounding neighborhood is exceptionally pedestrian-friendly, earning a walk score of 97 out of 100, which means visitors can manage all local errands on foot. Inside the building, residents receive an average of 3 hours and 14 minutes of face-to-face nursing attention each day from a combined team of RNs, LPNs, and aides. This floor crew coordinates specialized physical rehabilitation, which includes a heated therapy pool. Daily living amenities feature private suites, family lounges, laundry, housekeeping, wireless internet, and structured meal services.

Periodic health and safety checkups from state regulators monitor how the property operates. The administrative team must keep daily clinical routines, physical plant systems, and nursing protocols aligned with state guidelines to ensure full compliance with regional healthcare laws.

Prospective representatives can verify current waitlist timelines, ask about the admission criteria for the aquatic therapy program, or arrange an afternoon to visit the Prospector Avenue property by reaching out to the main intake office.

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Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Overall rating Info 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.
▲ 59.0% Above CO avg. ▲ 59.0% Above CO avg.CO average: 3.1Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Health Inspection Info 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.
▲ 44.4% Above CO avg. ▲ 44.4% Above CO avg.CO average: 2.8Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Staffing Info 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.
▲ 31.6% Above CO avg. ▲ 31.6% Above CO avg.CO average: 3.0Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Quality Measures Info 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.
▲ 20.5% Above CO avg. ▲ 20.5% Above CO avg.CO average: 4.1Click the badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.

Staffing hours breakdown

Info 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.

Hours per resident per day — compared to Colorado state averages

Total nursing care / resident Info This home is ranked 158th out of 215 homes in Colorado for nurse hours. 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.
3h 14m per day
Rank #158 / 215Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 158th out of 215 homes in Colorado. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Colorado average, with a ranking across 215 Colorado facilities. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
This facility Colorado avg (3h 52m per day)
vs Colorado avg
-16%

1 of 6 metrics below state avg

Standout metric Weekend RN is +105% above state avg
Staff typeHours / Day / Residentvs state avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info 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 32m per day ▲ 85% State avg: 50m per day · National avg: 41m per day
LPN / LVN Info 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. 15m per day ▼ 64% State avg: 41m per day · National avg: 52m per day
Nurse Aide Info 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 21m per day ▲ 7% State avg: 2h 12m per day · National avg: 2h 20m per day
Weekend Total Nursing Info 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 44m per day ▲ 14% State avg: 3h 16m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation. 10m per day ▲ 100% State avg: 5m per day · National avg: 4m per day
Weekend RN Info 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. 1h 14m per day ▲ 105% State avg: 36m per day · National avg: 28m per day

Capacity and availability

Avg. Length of Stay
66 days
Bed community size
40-bed community Rank #386 / 533Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 386th out of 533 homes in Colorado. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Colorado facilities. Larger communities may offer more amenities, programs, and on-site services for residents and families.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
A moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 97 / 100 Rank #4 / 872Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 4th out of 872 homes in Colorado. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Colorado facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
88%
Rank #61 / 221Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 61st out of 221 homes in Colorado. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Colorado average, with its Statewide rank out of 221. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Higher than the Colorado average: 76.5%
Occupied beds
35 / 40
Average occupied beds in Colorado homes 72 beds

License Details

Facility TypeSnf (medicare Only)
StatusActive
CMS Certification Number065411

Ownership & Operating Entity

Cottonwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is administrated by Christy Bernice Bradley.

Owner NameCottonwood Rehabilitation And Healthcare Center LLC

Therapy & Rehabilitation

2 services
Rehabilitation Services
Short-Term Rehab

Additional Services

5 services
Orthopedic Care
Pulmonary Care
Cardiac Care
Wound Healing
Diabetes Management

Amenities & Lifestyle

Beautiful Private Suites
A Variety Of Fine Dining Options
Access To A Spacious Courtyard And Patio
Beautiful Therapy Pool
Family Lounges To Entertain Guests
Laundry And Housekeeping Services
Wifi And Cable Tv
Specific ProgramsFull Service Rehab, Skilled Nursing Staff

Dining & Nutrition

Food DescriptionA variety of fine dining options available.

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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.

Long-stay resident measures
Significantly above average Colorado avg: 3.9 Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.17
10% better than Colorado average

Colorado average: 1.30

ED visits per 1,000 days Info Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 1.61
In line with Colorado average

Colorado average: 1.67

Short-stay resident measures
Above average Colorado avg: 2.7 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 21.4%
5% worse than Colorado average

Colorado average: 20.3%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 16.9%
32% worse than Colorado average

Colorado average: 12.8%

Falls with major injury Info Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay. 2.5%
225% worse than Colorado average

Colorado average: 0.8%

Ability to care for self at discharge Info Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge. 77.7%
45% better than Colorado average

Colorado average: 53.7%

Successful return to home or community Info Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility. 69.7%
38% better than Colorado average

Colorado average: 50.6%

Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

68% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 28 days

Private pay

28% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Medicaid

4% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 2 years

Finances and operations

Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 12/2023.

Privately-owned community
Operated by a business corporation.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$6.0M
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
$500.0K
Privately-owned community Operated by a business corporation.
Net patient revenue Info Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
$6.0M Rank #190 / 221Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 190th out of 221 homes in Colorado. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Colorado average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Net patient income Info Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
$500.0K
Other income Info Money the home earns outside of resident care — such as investments, grants, rentals and other non-operating sources (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It is tracked separately from net patient revenue: it is not part of that figure, and it is not included in net patient income.
$20.0K
Payroll costs Info Staff salaries plus wage-related costs — benefits such as payroll taxes, health insurance and retirement — from the home's own accounting records (CMS cost report, Worksheet A). Contract or agency labor is counted separately, under other operating costs. Rank #205 / 221Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 205th out of 221 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.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
$2.6M 43.3% of net patient revenue Info Payroll as a share of revenue: staff salaries and wage-related benefits divided by net patient revenue. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay. Rank #184 / 221Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 184th out of 221 homes in Colorado. Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Colorado average. Well-run Colorado facilities typically land around 59–66% — the top third Statewide. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Other operating costs Info Everything it costs to run the home apart from payroll — food, utilities, supplies, maintenance, contract labor and administration. Calculated as total operating expense minus payroll (staff salaries and wage-related benefits).
$2.9M
Total costs Info The home's total operating expense for the year — all the costs of running it, salaries included (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3).
$5.5M
How we calculate these figures

This home is administrated by Christy Bernice Bradley.

This home is owned by Ashlee Monarco

Certified by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services authority — CMS Certification Number: 65411

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Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mostly short-term rehab stays

Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.

Most new residents arrive under Medicare (68% of admissions), and a typical Medicare stay runs around 28 days.

Admissions
190 total

Coverage residents most often arrive under.

Medicare 68%
Private pay 28%
Medicaid 4%
Discharges
193 total

Coverage residents most often leave under.

Medicare 64%
Private pay 30%
Medicaid 6%

Admissions and discharges reflect care patterns over time — they are not used to rate this facility.

How we assess these insights

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Cottonwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is located in DURANGO, Colorado.
Here are the financial assistance programs available to residents in Colorado.

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Elderly, Blind, and Disabled Waiver

Colorado Medicaid EBD Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled
General Colorado resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
CO

Requires level-of-care assessment by case manager.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite care (up to 240 hours/year) Adult day care ($65/day) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.)

Old Age Pension (OAP) Health Care Program

Colorado OAP

Age 60+
General Colorado resident.
Income Limits ~$1,215/month individual
Asset Limits $2,000 individual
CO

Supplements SSI; limited medical coverage.

Benefits
Cash (~$100-$800/month) Limited in-home care (2-3 hours/week) Medical assistance

Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE)

Colorado Medicaid PACE

Age 55+
General Colorado resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
CO

Limited to specific regions (e.g., Denver, Pueblo).

Benefits
All-inclusive care—personal care (5-7 hours/day) Meals Transportation Therapy Medical visits

Home Care Allowance (HCA)

Colorado Home Care Allowance (HCA)

Age —
General Seniors typically 65+, Age 5+ with disability, Colorado resident, financial/functional need.
Income Limits (2025) ~$1,004/month individual, stricter than waivers
Asset Limits $2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).
CO

Must need help with ADLs; not Medicaid-waiver eligible.

Benefits
Personal care (~4-6 hours/day, paid to provider) E.g. Bathing Dressing

Frequently Asked Questions about Cottonwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center

Is Cottonwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center in a walkable area?

Cottonwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center has a walk score of 97. Walker's paradise. Daily errands do not require a car, with many shops and services nearby.

What is the occupancy rate at Cottonwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center?

Cottonwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center's occupancy is 88%.

Who is the administrator of Cottonwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center?

Christy Bernice Bradley is the administrator of Cottonwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center.

How many beds does Cottonwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center have?

Cottonwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center has 40 beds.

What is the address of Cottonwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center?

Cottonwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is located at 450 PROSPECTOR AVE.

What is the phone number of Cottonwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center?

(970) 516-1404 will put you in contact with the team at Cottonwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center.

Is Cottonwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center Medicare or Medicaid certified?

Yes — Cottonwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.

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