BEAR CREEK SENIOR LIVING
Grade B — 81/100 composite score
CMS Star Ratings
Certified Beds
45
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Total Fines
$26,689
Last Survey
N/A
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Staffing Hours & Turnover
Hours per Resident per Day (PBJ)
Turnover Rates
Ownership
Ownership information not available.
Penalties & Fines (2)
| Date | Type | Description | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 30, 2025 | Fine | — | $6,614 |
| Jan 26, 2023 | Fine | — | $20,075 |
Health Inspection Deficiencies (13)
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Permit a resident to return to the nursing home after hospitalization or therapeutic leave that exceeds bed-hold policy.
Resident Rights Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Infection Control Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CareGrader rating for BEAR CREEK SENIOR LIVING?
BEAR CREEK SENIOR LIVING in COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado has a CareGrader grade of B (Good), with a composite score of 81 out of 100. This grade is based on health inspections, staffing levels, quality measures, and penalty history from official CMS government data.
What is the CMS star rating for BEAR CREEK SENIOR LIVING?
BEAR CREEK SENIOR LIVING has an overall CMS star rating of 4 out of 5, a health inspection rating of 4/5, and a staffing rating of 4/5. CareGrader combines this with additional data to calculate an A-F grade.
How many health deficiencies does BEAR CREEK SENIOR LIVING have?
BEAR CREEK SENIOR LIVING has 13 health deficiencies on record from CMS health inspection surveys. Deficiencies are rated from A (minimal harm potential) to L (immediate jeopardy, widespread). View the full inspection timeline above for details on each deficiency.
Has BEAR CREEK SENIOR LIVING been fined?
Yes. BEAR CREEK SENIOR LIVING has $26,689 in total fines from CMS enforcement actions across 2 penalties.
How many beds does BEAR CREEK SENIOR LIVING have?
BEAR CREEK SENIOR LIVING has 45 certified beds with approximately 38 current residents (84% occupancy). The facility is located at 1685 S 21ST ST, COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado 80904. It is a for profit - corporation facility.
Data Disclaimer
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