Total health inspections
5
Colorado average 4.8
Last Health inspection on Jun 2024
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.
The Denver Hospice Inpatient Care Center
Nursing Home · Denver, CO
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.
The Denver Hospice Inpatient Care Center
Nursing Home · Denver, CO
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.
The Denver Hospice Inpatient Care Center accepts Medicare, Medicaid, and private pay.
The Denver Hospice Inpatient Care Center, located in Colorado, offers a welcoming environment with 24 private suites, each featuring its own patio. This setting is designed to provide residents with a home-like experience, fostering a sense of premium community living. The center is equipped with a range of amenities, including a family dining room, a multi-faith chapel, a library, and a hydrotherapy spa. Common areas are thoughtfully adorned with artwork, creating a tasteful and comfortable atmosphere. Patient rooms are equipped with cutting-edge innovations to enhance the ambiance, ensuring a high-quality experience.
The primary focus of this facility is to provide general inpatient care, and they do so with a highly skilled and trained staff. Their services encompass intensive nursing care, supportive care, and spiritual care, all delivered with unwavering compassion and expertise. The Denver Hospice Inpatient Care Center is dedicated to maintaining the highest standards in patient care, never compromising on the quality of service they provide.
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 131st 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.
This home is ranked 131st 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.
3h 19m per day
Rank #131 / 177Nurse hours — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 131st out of 177 homes in Colorado. Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Colorado average, with a ranking across 177 Colorado 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 Colorado avg
-14%
| 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 8m per day |
Capacity and availability
This home usually has availability
Occupancy lower than 85% suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
77.6%
Rank #94 / 185Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 94th out of 185 homes in Colorado. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Colorado average, with its Statewide rank out of 185. 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
114 days
Occupancy rate
77.6%
Rank #94 / 185Occupancy rate — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 94th out of 185 homes in Colorado. Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Colorado average, with its Statewide rank out of 185. 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
114 days
28-bed community Rank #432 / 542Bed count — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 432nd out of 542 homes in Colorado. Shows this facility's certified or reported bed count compared to other Colorado 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 moderately sized community that may balance personal attention with shared amenities and social activities.
Walk Score: 63 / 100 Rank #328 / 875Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 328th out of 875 homes in Colorado. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Colorado 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.
BBB Rating: A+ (Not Accredited)
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About this community
StatusActive
The Denver Hospice Inpatient Care Center is administrated by Tricia Ford.
OwnerHOSPICE OF METRO DENVER, INC.
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
23
Rank #94 / 182Health citations — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 94th out of 182 homes in Colorado. Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Colorado State average, with a ranking across all 182 CO 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.
Colorado average 24.8
Citations per inspection
4.6
Rank #82 / 182Citations per inspection — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 82nd out of 182 homes in Colorado. Shows average deficiency citations per CMS inspection for this facility versus the Colorado mean across 182 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.
Colorado average 5.2
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
19 of 23 citations resulted from standard inspections; 3 of 23 resulted from complaint investigations; and 1 of 23 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Breakdown of citation severity (last 7 years)
Critical Health citations
0
100% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 0.4
Serious Health citations
2
Rank #45 / 144Serious citations (G–I) — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 45th out of 144 homes in Colorado. Shows G–I scope serious health citations for this facility versus other Colorado SNFs. Lower counts rank better.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
5% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 2.1
Citations history (last 7 years)
Infection Control moderate citation
Jun 11, 2024
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
Jun 11, 2024
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Jun 11, 2024
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Jun 11, 2024
Corrected
Staffing Data
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
Total staff
161
Employees
127
Contractors
34
Staff to resident ratio
1.52:1
19% worse than Colorado average
Avg staff/day
51
Average shift
8.7 hours
5% better than Colorado average
Total staff hours (quarter)
40,629
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
34
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
10.2 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
10.2 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
LPN Staff
20
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
10.2 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
10.2 hoursThis role is partially covered by contractors.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
CNA Staff
66
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.5 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.5 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
6.5%
2,632 contractor hours this quarter
Registered Nurse: 16
Licensed Practical Nurse: 10
Qualified Social Worker: 2
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 2
Physical Therapy Assistant: 1
Medical Director: 1
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 | 66 | 0 | 66 | 20,009 | 92 | 100% | 8.5 |
| Registered Nurse | 18 | 16 | 34 | 6,141 | 92 | 100% | 10.2 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 10 | 10 | 20 | 5,107 | 92 | 100% | 10.2 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 8 | 0 | 8 | 2,189 | 92 | 100% | 7.6 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,781 | 68 | 74% | 7.8 |
| Dental Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 995 | 92 | 100% | 8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 528 | 66 | 72% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 503 | 63 | 68% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 496 | 62 | 67% | 8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 493 | 63 | 68% | 7.8 |
| Dietitian | 1 | 0 | 1 | 451 | 58 | 63% | 7.8 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 442 | 65 | 71% | 6.8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 2 | 2 | 4 | 438 | 63 | 68% | 6.3 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 3 | 2 | 5 | 399 | 58 | 63% | 6.7 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 3 | 0 | 3 | 298 | 55 | 60% | 5.4 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 2 | 1 | 3 | 281 | 53 | 58% | 4.9 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 48 | 5 | 5% | 9.6 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 32 | 3 | 3% | 10.5 |
66 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
34 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
20 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
8 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
100%
6 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
74%
2 Dental Services Staff
% of Days
100%
1 Administrator
% of Days
72%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
68%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
67%
2 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
68%
1 Dietitian
% of Days
63%
1 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
71%
4 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
68%
5 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
63%
3 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
60%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
58%
2 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
5%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
3%
Penalties and fines
Includes penalties issued in 2024
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
$23K Rank #117 / 182Federal fines — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 117th out of 182 homes in Colorado. Shows this facility's cumulative CMS federal fine dollars versus the Colorado average among facilities with fines, and where it ranks among 182 skilled nursing facilities in the pool. Lower total dollars mean a better rank.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
43% lower than Colorado averageColorado average: $40K
Number of fines
1
55% fewer fines than Colorado averageColorado average: 2.2
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
1
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
1
276% more payment denials than Colorado averageColorado average: 0.3
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$23K
Colorado average
$40K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
2 penalties in the past 3 years
Multiple penalties were reported in the last 3 years.
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jun 11, 2024
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jun 11, 2024
$23K
Payment Denial
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
Jan 8, 2024
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
Jan 8, 2024
15 days
Last updated: Jan 2026
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
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
9.9
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
9.9
9% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 9.0
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
21.0
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
21.0
12% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 18.8
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
17.1%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
17.1%
6% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 16.0%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
22.0%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
22.0%
29% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 17.0%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
24.0%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
24.0%
In line with Colorado averageColorado average: 23.2%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.3%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.3%
61% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 3.3%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
2.6%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
2.6%
33% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 3.9%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.8%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.8%
45% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 1.4%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
6.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
6.4%
22% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 5.2%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
5.8%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
5.8%
20% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 7.2%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
20.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
20.7%
10% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 18.8%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
90.2%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
90.2%
In line with Colorado averageColorado average: 93.3%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
91.1%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
91.1%
In line with Colorado averageColorado average: 94.7%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
73.7%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
73.7%
In line with Colorado averageColorado average: 76.6%
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 Colorado averageColorado average: 1.4%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
67.7%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
67.7%
10% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 75.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
19% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
25 days
Private pay
43% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Medicaid
38% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
8 - 9 months
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
106
Medicare
10
9.4% of residents
Medicaid
88
83% of residents
Private pay or other
8
7.5% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Family Member Group
Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Active Family Council
Organized group of family members that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, resident care, and activities.
Active Resident Council
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.
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for The Denver Hospice Inpatient Care Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
77.6%
↑ 7.0pp vs 2022
Net Income
$216.7K
↓ ~$269.7K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$9.0M
↑ ~$726.4K vs 2022
Profit Margin
1.5%
↓ 2.1pp vs 2022
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$14.9M
Profit
$216.7K
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$14.9M Rank #53 / 182Revenue — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 53rd out of 182 homes in Colorado. Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Colorado 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.
Profit
$216.7K
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #34 / 182Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 34th 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.
$9.0M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #34 / 182Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 34th 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.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$5.7M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$14.7M
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
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5.4 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Denver's city center to The Denver Hospice Inpatient Care Center's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 2.36 miles to nearest hospital (HCA HealthONE Rose)
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The Denver Hospice Inpatient Care Center is located in Denver, Colorado.
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Denver Hospice Inpatient Care Center
What neighborhood is The Denver Hospice Inpatient Care Center in?
The Denver Hospice Inpatient Care Center is in the East neighborhood of Denver.
Who is the owner of The Denver Hospice Inpatient Care Center?
The legal owner and operator of The Denver Hospice Inpatient Care Center is Hospice Of Metro Denver, Inc..
Is The Denver Hospice Inpatient Care Center in a walkable area?
The Denver Hospice Inpatient Care Center has a walk score of 63. Moderately walkable. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, with a mix of nearby amenities.
Who is the administrator of The Denver Hospice Inpatient Care Center?
Tricia Ford is the administrator of The Denver Hospice Inpatient Care Center.
How many beds does The Denver Hospice Inpatient Care Center have?
The Denver Hospice Inpatient Care Center has 28 beds.
What is the phone number of The Denver Hospice Inpatient Care Center?
(303) 418-3000 will put you in contact with the team at The Denver Hospice Inpatient Care Center.
Is The Denver Hospice Inpatient Care Center Medicare or Medicaid certified?
Yes — The Denver Hospice Inpatient Care Center is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.
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