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Nursing Home

Highline Post Acute

Nursing Home

Highline Post Acute

6060 E ILIFF AVE, DENVER, CO 80222-5721 View map
Overview of Highline Post Acute
Highline Post Acute is a skilled nursing home located in Denver, Colorado. It focuses on the safety, wellness, and healing of its patients, providing personalized rehabilitation and nursing services. The facility offers 24/7 nursing care and is dedicated to helping residents achieve their maximum potential in a supportive environment.
(303) 759-4221

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.
1/5
Colorado average: 3.2/5
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.
1/5
Colorado average: 2.8/5
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.
1/5
Colorado average: 3.1/5
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.
4/5
Colorado average: 4.1/5

Nursing care per resident

Info This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
3h 6m per day

This home provides 20% less nursing time per resident than the Colorado average.

Colorado average: 3h 51m per day

Staffing hours breakdown

Info Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Staff type Facility State avg National avg
Registered Nurse (RN) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day. 26m per day 50m per day 41m per day
Nurse Aide Info Nurse aide hours per resident per day. 1h 51m per day 2h 13m per day 2h 21m per day
Total Nursing (Weekend) Info Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends. 2h 53m per day 3h 17m per day 3h 26m per day
Physical Therapist Info Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day. 3m per day 5m per day 4m per day
RN (Weekend) Info Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends. 25m per day 36m per day 29m per day

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 135

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Colorado average
Occupancy rate 81.5%
Residents per day (avg) 120
Occupancy rate
81.5%
Residents per day (avg)
120

Who this home usually serves

TYPE OF STAY

Mix of rehab and long-term care

This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.

Breakdown by payment type

Medicare

13% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 1 - 2 months

Private pay

46% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 3 - 4 months

Medicaid

42% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 10 - 11 months

Finances and operations

Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$13.5M
Operating loss
-$512.0K
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$13,472,950.00
Operating loss
$-511,951.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$6.3M
46.8% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$7.7M
Total costs $14.0M
Bed community size
135-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.

About this community

Occupancy

Occupancy rate
82%
In line with Colorado average
Occupied beds
110 / 135
Average residents 72 per day

License details

Facility type
Snf/nf Dual Certification
Status Active

Additional licensing details

CMS Certification Number: 065256
Awards: 4-Star Quality Measures Medicare Rating

Ownership & operating entity

Highline Post Acute is administrated by Mbida Anyuzoa, Zacharie Hermann.

Owner name: HIGHLINE HEALTHCARE, LLC

Care Services

Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Short-Term Rehab

Amenities & Lifestyle

Expansive Rehab Gym
Spacious Courtyards & Common Areas
24/7 Nursing Care

Programs & Activities

Specific Programs
Short-Term Rehabilitation, 24-Hour Skilled Nursing, Long-Term Care, Complex Wound Care, Hospice Services
Operating Hours
Monday – Sunday: 6:00 am – 10:00 pm
Contact Highline Post Acute

Inspection History

In Colorado, the Department of Public Health and Environment, Health Facilities Division is the regulatory body that performs unannounced surveys and publishes facility inspection findings.

Health Inspection History

Inspections
Total health inspections 9

Colorado average 4.8


Last Health inspection on Jul 2025

Total health citations 35

Colorado average 24.8

Citations per inspection
3.89

Colorado average 5.2


Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.

11 of 35 citations resulted from standard inspections; 14 of 35 resulted from complaint investigations; and 10 of 35 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).

Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations More info 1
150% worse than Colorado average

Colorado average: 0.4


Serious Health citations More info 3
43% worse than Colorado average

Colorado average: 2.1

1 critical citation More info Colorado average: 0.4

3 serious citations More info Colorado average: 2.1

31 moderate citations More info Colorado average: 22.2

0 minor citations More info Colorado average: 0.2
Citations history (last 3 years)
Quality of Care serious citation Info Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs. Jul 14, 2025
Corrected

Quality of Care moderate citation Info Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs. Apr 07, 2025
Corrected

Administration moderate citation Info Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations. Feb 27, 2025
Corrected

Administration moderate citation Info Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations. Feb 27, 2025
Corrected

Compare Nursing Homes around Denver The information below is reported by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, Health Facilities Division.

5 facilities compared · CMS & CO Dept. of Health data · Updated Mar 2026

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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
-
74.3%
-
4.33
-
-
1
29
2
71
-
85
Rustad, Morgan
$9,8M
$5,3M
54.4%
65223
Berkley Manor Care Center
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
96
74.3%
-3%
4.33
+18%
+12%
1
29
2
71
A+
-
Rustad, Morgan
$9,8M
$5,3M
54.4%
65223
Briarwood Health Care Center
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
109
75.3%
-2%
4.42
-10%
+15%
1
22
5
80
A+
-
Hoyle, Hollie
$10,7M
$5,8M
54.3%
65255
Amberwood Post Acute
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
88
87.2%
+14%
2.97
-37%
-23%
1
36
1
85
-
-
Centennial Master Tenant, Llc
$12,5M
$3,8M
30.4%
65034
Highline Post Acute
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
125
81.5%
+7%
3.10
+7%
-20%
2
35
4
120
-
-
Pearce, Mathew
$13,5M
$6,3M
46.9%
65256

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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)

This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.

Total staff 227
Employees 143
Contractors 84
Staff to resident ratio 1.97:1
0% compared with Colorado average

Colorado average ratio: 1.91:1

Avg staff/day 58
Average shift 7.8 hours
6% worse than Colorado average

Colorado average: 8.3 hours

Total staff hours (quarter) 41,275
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse

Manages medical care and health needs.

Total count 33
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.1 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Assists with medical care and medications.

Total count 55
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 8.8 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Certified Nursing Assistant

Helps with daily care and mobility.

Total count 111
Average shift length Info Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day. 7.7 hours

This role is partially covered by contractors.

Contractor staffing

Total hours from contractors

7.1%

2,931 contractor hours this quarter

Certified Nursing Assistant: 45 Licensed Practical Nurse: 26 Registered Nurse: 13
Staff by category
Certified Nursing Assistant664511120,68091100%7.7
Licensed Practical Nurse2926558,90791100%8.8
Registered Nurse2013334,36191100%8.1
Other Dietary Services Staff6061,6228998%7.7
Dental Services Staff3031,1047886%6.6
Respiratory Therapy Technician3038027481%7
Administrator1015126470%8
Nurse Practitioner1015126470%8
RN Director of Nursing1015126470%8
Physical Therapy Assistant1015126470%8
Dietitian1014706066%7.8
Qualified Social Worker4043715965%6
Qualified Activities Professional1013272831%11.7
Occupational Therapy Aide1012753842%7.2
Speech Language Pathologist3032324448%5.3
Physical Therapy Aide202761618%4.8
111 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days 100%
55 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days 100%
33 Registered Nurse
% of Days 100%
6 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days 98%
3 Dental Services Staff
% of Days 86%
3 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days 81%
1 Administrator
% of Days 70%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days 70%
1 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days 70%
1 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days 70%
1 Dietitian
% of Days 66%
4 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days 65%
1 Qualified Activities Professional
% of Days 31%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days 42%
3 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days 48%
2 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days 18%

Facility Characteristics

Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total census
115 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
13 residents (11.3%)
Medicaid
67 residents (58.3%)
Private pay or other
35 residents (30.4%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group

Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities

Active Resident Council

Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.

Quality of care over time

These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.

High-risk clinical events score Info A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline. 3.2
64% better than Colorado average

Colorado average: 9.0

Functional decline score Info A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence. 8.8
53% better than Colorado average

Colorado average: 18.8

Long-stay resident measures
Above average Colorado avg: 3.8 Info CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased Info Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased 3.2%
80% better than Colorado average

Colorado average: 16.0%

Walking Ability Worsened Info Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened 3.3%
81% better than Colorado average

Colorado average: 17.0%

Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence Info Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder 19.8%
15% better than Colorado average

Colorado average: 23.2%

Falls with Major Injury Info Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury 2.1%
37% better than Colorado average

Colorado average: 3.3%

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers Info Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers 3.3%
16% better than Colorado average

Colorado average: 3.9%

Urinary Tract Infection Info Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection 0.2%
83% better than Colorado average

Colorado average: 1.4%

Lost Too Much Weight Info Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight 4.4%
16% better than Colorado average

Colorado average: 5.2%

Depressive Symptoms Info Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms 7.6%
6% worse than Colorado average

Colorado average: 7.2%

Antipsychotic Use Info Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication 24.7%
31% worse than Colorado average

Colorado average: 18.8%

Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 98.1%
5% better than Colorado average

Colorado average: 93.3%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 94.9%
In line with Colorado average

Colorado average: 94.7%

Hospitalizations per 1,000 days Info Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days. 2.08
60% worse 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. 3.43
105% worse than Colorado average

Colorado average: 1.67

Short-stay resident measures
Below average Colorado avg: 2.9 Info CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine 91.0%
19% better than Colorado average

Colorado average: 76.6%

Antipsychotic medication increase Info Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication 4.3%
205% worse than Colorado average

Colorado average: 1.4%

Influenza Vaccine Info Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine 83.9%
11% better than Colorado average

Colorado average: 75.6%

Re-hospitalized after SNF stay Info Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission. 18.1%
11% better than Colorado average

Colorado average: 20.3%

Emergency department visits Info Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit. 9.9%
23% better 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. 2.7%
251% 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. 43.5%
19% worse 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. 40.6%
20% worse than Colorado average

Colorado average: 50.6%

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 (Data as of Jan 2026)

Total fines amount $76K
91% higher than Colorado average

Colorado average: $40K

Number of fines 3
35% more fines than Colorado average

Colorado average: 2.2

Payment Denials Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. 1
276% more payment denials than Colorado average

Colorado average: 0.3

Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility $76K
Colorado average $40K
Penalty History

Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.

Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Jul 14, 2025
$53K
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Feb 27, 2025
$16K
Civil Money Penalty Info Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation. Aug 15, 2024
$7K
Payment Denial Info Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed. Jan 11, 2024
31 days

Last updated: Jan 2026

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Elderly, Blind, and Disabled Waiver

Colorado Medicaid EBD Waiver

Age 65+ or disabled, Colorado resident, Medicaid- eligible, nursing home-level care need.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR, individual).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

Requires level-of-care assessment by case manager.

Old Age Pension (OAP) Health Care Program

Colorado OAP

Age 60+, Colorado resident.

~$1,215/month (individual).

$2,000 (individual).

Supplements SSI; limited medical coverage.

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

Colorado Medicaid PACE

Age 55+, Colorado resident, nursing home-level care need, safe with PACE support.

~$2,829/month (300% FBR).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

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

Home Care Allowance (HCA)

Colorado Home Care Allowance (HCA)

Seniors typically 65+, Age 5+ with disability, Colorado resident, financial/functional need.

~$1,004/month (individual, stricter than waivers).

$2,000 (individual), $3,000 (couple).

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

Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP)

Colorado SCSEP (federally funded, state-administered)

Age 55+, unemployed, low-income, Colorado resident.

~$1,983/month (125% FPL, individual).

Not specified; income-focused.

Priority for veterans, rural residents.

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