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HomeColoradoBent County Healthcare Center

Bent County Healthcare Center

810 3rd St, Las Animas, CO 810547194561340
5/5Much Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System
Health
3/5
Staffing
5/5
Quality
5/5
Beds
56
certified
1 fine(s) totaling $13,442

Key Findings

• CMS rates this facility 5/5 stars (above average)

• Has 56 certified beds with an average of 45.2 residents per day (81% occupancy)

• Last health inspection found 3 deficiencies (inspected May 1, 2025)

• Has been fined a total of $13,442 across 1 fine(s)

• Total nursing staff: 4.22 hours per resident per day

• Staff turnover rate: 49.2%

Bent County Healthcare Center is a 5-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Las Animas, Colorado with 56 certified beds. It has been operating since 1997. The facility scored above average compared to Colorado facilities.

Beds
56
Avg Residents/Day
45.2
Ownership
Government - County
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Jul 11, 1997
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Bent
Last Inspection
May 1, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
3
Weighted Score
60.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (26)

F0679Potential for Harm

Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.

Survey: May 1, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0805Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.

Survey: May 1, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: May 1, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0925Potential for Harm

Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

Survey: Sep 19, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0565Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.

Survey: Aug 24, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0584Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.

Survey: Aug 24, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0644Potential for Harm

Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

Survey: Aug 24, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0645Potential for Harm

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

Survey: Aug 24, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0684Actual Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: Aug 24, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0686Actual Harm

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Survey: Aug 24, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0689Potential for Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Aug 24, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0695Potential for Harm

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Survey: Aug 24, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0726Potential for Harm

Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.

Survey: Aug 24, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0730Potential for Harm

Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.

Survey: Aug 24, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0745Potential for Harm

Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.

Survey: Aug 24, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0757Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

Survey: Aug 24, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0758Potential for Harm

Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.

Survey: Aug 24, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0803Potential for Harm

Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

Survey: Aug 24, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Aug 24, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0921Potential for Harm

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

Survey: Aug 24, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0925Potential for Harm

Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

Survey: Aug 24, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0580Potential for Harm

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

Survey: Jun 9, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0641Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Jun 9, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0657Potential for Harm

Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

Survey: Jun 9, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0689Potential for Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Jun 9, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0695Potential for Harm

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Survey: Jun 9, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$13,442
Number of Fines
1
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
1

Penalty History

FineAug 24, 2023
$13,442

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide2.89 hrs
National avg: 2.35 hrs
LPN0.28 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN1.05 hrs
National avg: 0.68 hrs
Total Nursing4.22 hrs
National avg: 3.89 hrs
Weekend Total3.84 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.01 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
49.2%
RN Turnover
23.1%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
Government - County
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (3)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
BENT COUNTYOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AJul 1, 1997
THOMAS, JOHNCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJun 4, 2015
SUMMERS, JEREMYCONTRACTED MANAGING EMPLOYEEIndividualN/AMar 14, 2012

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Bent County Healthcare Center?▾
Bent County Healthcare Center has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 3/5, staffing rating of 5/5, and quality measures rating of 5/5. This facility is rated above average.
Has Bent County Healthcare Center had any health inspection violations?▾
Bent County Healthcare Center had 3 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (May 1, 2025). The facility has been fined a total of $13,442 across 1 fine(s).
What are the staffing levels at Bent County Healthcare Center?▾
Bent County Healthcare Center provides 4.22 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 1.05 RN hours, 0.28 LPN hours, and 2.89 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 49.2%.
How many beds does Bent County Healthcare Center have?▾
Bent County Healthcare Center has 56 certified beds with an average of 45.2 residents per day, resulting in approximately 81% occupancy. The facility is Government - County owned.