Bent County Healthcare Center
810 3rd St · Las Animas, CO · 81054 · 7194561340
56 certified beds Government - County
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
The composite number cleared 75 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 4 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.10 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.91 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.70 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 45% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $13,442 |
Inspection citations (26 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E May 1, 2025
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected June 10, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 1, 2025
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Corrected June 10, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F May 1, 2025
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected June 10, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F September 19, 2024 · found via complaint
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected October 10, 2024 · Environmental
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Actual harm · G August 24, 2023
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected September 12, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G August 24, 2023
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected September 12, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 24, 2023
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Corrected September 12, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E August 24, 2023
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.
Corrected September 12, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 24, 2023
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected September 12, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 24, 2023
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected September 12, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E August 24, 2023
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected September 12, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 24, 2023
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected September 12, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 24, 2023
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.
Corrected September 12, 2023 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E August 24, 2023
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Corrected September 12, 2023 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D August 24, 2023
Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life.
Corrected September 12, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 24, 2023
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected September 12, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D August 24, 2023
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.
Corrected September 12, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D August 24, 2023
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.
Corrected September 12, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E August 24, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected September 12, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F August 24, 2023
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected September 12, 2023 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · E August 24, 2023
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected September 12, 2023 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D June 9, 2022
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected July 8, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 9, 2022
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected July 8, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 9, 2022
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected July 8, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 9, 2022
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected July 8, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| August 24, 2023 | Fine | $13,442 |
Better-scoring options nearby
No better-scoring facility within 25 miles in the current data. See the whole state.
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 065359 · certified since July 11, 1997. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.