Rehabilitation and Nursing Center of the Rockies

Rehabilitation and Nursing Center of the Rockies is a Nursing Home in Colorado

Rehabilitation and Nursing Center… is a Nursing Home in Colorado

Rehabilitation and Nursing Center of the Rockies

1020 Patton St, Fort Collins, CO 80524 View Map

Rehabilitation and Nursing Center of the Rockies is a Nursing Home in Colorado

Rehabilitation and Nursing Center… is a Nursing Home in Colorado

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Overview of Rehabilitation and Nursing Center of the Rockies

Rehabilitation and Nursing Center of the Rockies has been one of the trusted nursing homes in Fort Collins. Focusing on short-term rehabilitation and long-term care, residents and families can expect only the upscale professional and compassionate service they seek. The nursing home provides motivation and cultivation for a fulfilling life.
The beautiful community has amenities residents can take advantage of common areas, lounges, a library, restaurant-style dining, and a fitness center. Personalized care for specialty services is provided, such as housekeeping, 24/7 care staff, stimulating programs, and scheduled activities offered.

Quality ratings

Measured by Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)

Nurse hours per resident 3.00/day Colorado avg: 3.86/day
Overall rating Info Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
2/5
Colorado avg: 3.1/5
Health Inspection Info Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
1/5
Colorado avg: 2.8/5
Staffing Info Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
2/5
Colorado avg: 3.0/5
Quality Measures Info Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
5/5
Colorado avg: 4.1/5

Capacity and availability

Medium-capacity home

Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.

Total beds 106

This home usually has availability

Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.

Lower demand than the Colorado average
Occupancy rate 67.3%
Residents per day (avg) 89
Occupancy rate
67.3%
Residents per day (avg)
89

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

40% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.

Typical stay 28 days

Private pay

47% of new residents, often for short stays.

Typical stay 2 - 3 months

Medicaid

13% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.

Typical stay 2 years

Finances and operations

Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$15.8M
Profit
$9.4M
Proprietary home Corporation
Home revenue
$15,765,438.00
Profit
$9,425,601.00
Payroll costs Info The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$2.5M
15.6% of revenue
Other operating costs Info All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$3.9M
Total costs $6.3M
Bed community size
106-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score
Walk Score: 53 / 100
Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
BBB Rating
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community

License Status
Active

Additional licensing details

CMS Certification Number: 65192

Ownership & operating entity

Rehabilitation and Nursing Center of the Rockies is administrated by Truax, Todd.

Owner: CASTLE PINES HEALTHCARE LLC

Care Services

Accepts Medicaid
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs

Amenities & Lifestyle

Programs & Activities

Activities
Activities Program is full of fun, informative, and entertaining events for everyone.
Specific Programs
In-house therapy, Skilled nursing, Stay active activities, Videos & photos, Pay online, Contact us, Careers
Religious Services
Yes

Dining & Nutrition

Food Description
nutritious satisfying menus
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Access & Eligibility

Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.

Medicaid Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicaid services.

Medicare Accepted

This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.

Payment & Funding Options

Private pay Medicaid Medicare

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The information below is reported by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, Health Facilities Division.
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$16,759,746.00
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81.50
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4.3266
5/5
4/5
5/5
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5
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Columbine West Health and Rehab Facility
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Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

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Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

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Rehabilitation and Nursing Center of the Rockies
SNF

Nursing Home 24/7 care needed

AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

Fort Collins
96
No
A+
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TRUAX, TODD
67.3%
$4,669,241.00
$2,458,618.00
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88.80
2/5
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1/5
2/5
5/5
-
22
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Creekside Village Health and Rehabilitation Center
AL

Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.

SNF

Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed

Fort Collins (Prospect at Spring Meadows)
120
No
-
73
-
57.9%
$11,056,451.00
$2,212,155.00
20%
71.30
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1/5
1/5
4/5
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Studio / Semi-Private Rooms

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Address 1.8 miles from city center — 0.18 miles to nearest hospital (UCHealth Poudre Valley Hospital)

Address 1020 Patton St, Fort Collins, CO 80524

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Staffing Data

Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)

143
Total Staff
100
Employees
43
Contractors
34,727
Total Hours (Quarter)
45
Avg Staff/Day
8.5
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
Role Count Avg Shift (hrs) Uses Contractors?
Registered Nurse511.4 No
Licensed Practical Nurse109.2 Yes
Certified Nursing Assistant878.5 Yes
Staff by Category
Administration
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff
108 staff
8.8hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners
7 staff
8.6hs shift avg
Therapy Services
15 staff
8hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services
4 staff
8.1hs shift avg
Dietary Services
4 staff
8hs shift avg
Other Services
4 staff
7.6hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
2%
of total hours from contractors
701 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 42 Licensed Practical Nurse: 1
Role Employees Contractors Total Staff Total Hours Days Worked % of Days Avg Shift (hrs)
Certified Nursing Assistant45428715,11891100%8.5
Licensed Practical Nurse91103,69091100%9.2
Registered Nurse5052,5888897%11.4
Dental Services Staff4041,9346774%7.6
Respiratory Therapy Technician4041,6588088%7.9
Physical Therapy Assistant3031,3577886%8.2
Nurse Aide in Training3031,1668290%7.9
Other Dietary Services Staff3039917380%8.1
Qualified Social Worker4048316470%8.1
RN Director of Nursing1018107987%10.3
Clinical Nurse Specialist5057566673%8.3
Nurse Practitioner2026036571%9
Administrator1015206571%8
Dietitian1015206571%8
Speech Language Pathologist3035165763%9
Occupational Therapy Assistant1015046571%7.8
Medication Aide/Technician2024364651%8.2
Physical Therapy Aide1013915156%7.7
Occupational Therapy Aide3033384145%7.3

Health Inspection History

Total Health inspections 7
46% above Colorado average
Colorado average: 4.8

Last Health inspection on Sep 2025

Total Health citations 22
11% below Colorado average
Colorado average: 24.8

3.14 citations per inspection (avg)

Citations origin

Citations can result from standard inspections or complaint-based investigations.

Standard inspections 15 citations
Complaint investigations 7 citations
Breakdown of citations
Critical Health citations 1
150% above Colorado average
Colorado average: 0.4
Serious Health citations 1
52% below Colorado average
Colorado average: 2.1
Moderate Health citations 20

Minor Health citations 0
Citations history (last 3 years)
Care Planning moderate citation Sep 23, 2025
Corrected

Care Planning moderate citation Sep 23, 2025
Corrected

Abuse/Neglect moderate citation Jun 26, 2025
Corrected

Abuse/Neglect critical citation Jun 26, 2025
Corrected

Facility Characteristics

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

Ownership: For-Profit Corporation
Part of: Ensign
Resident Census by Payment Source
84 Total Residents
Medicare 15 (17.9%)
Medicaid 61 (72.6%)
Private Pay/Other 8 (9.5%)
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
Family Member Group
Nurse Aide Training
Family Engagement

Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.

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 8.9
Near Colorado average
Colorado average: 9.0
Functional decline score 20.2
7% worse than Colorado average
Colorado average: 18.8
Long-Stay Resident Measures
Daily care & independence

Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased 18.1%
13% above Colorado average.

Walking Ability Worsened 14.7%
14% below Colorado average.

Low Risk Long-Stay Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence 27.7%
19% above Colorado average.
Safety & clinical stability

Falls with Major Injury 2.1%
36% below Colorado average.

High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers 2.5%
36% below Colorado average.

Urinary Tract Infection 0.4%
75% below Colorado average.
Emotional & behavioral wellbeing

Depressive Symptoms 12.0%
66% above Colorado average.

Antipsychotic Use 19.6%
5% above Colorado average.
Preventive care

Pneumococcal Vaccine 86.9%
7% below Colorado average.

Influenza Vaccine 96.2%
2% above Colorado average.
Nutrition & physical health

Lost Too Much Weight 7.2%
39% above Colorado average.
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine 79.3%

Near Colorado average
Antipsychotic medication increase 0.0%

100% better than Colorado average
Influenza Vaccine 71.3%

6% worse than Colorado average

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 $33K
This home paid 17% less in fines than the state average.
Colorado average: $40K
Number of Fines 1
This home received 55% fewer fines than the state average.
Colorado average: 2.2
Payment Denials 0
This home had 100% fewer payment denials than the state average.
Colorado average: 0.3
Penalty History

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

Civil Money Penalty Jun 26, 2025
$33K

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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