Center at Centennial, the
3490 Centennial Blvd · Colorado Springs, CO · 80907 · 7196858888
80 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Veritas Management Group
Why this verdict
- 3 citations involved actual harm to residents.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.36 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 1.06 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.83 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 53% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (20 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D October 23, 2024
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected October 24, 2024 · Infection Control
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Actual harm · G July 31, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected August 1, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D July 31, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected August 1, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E April 13, 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 April 14, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E April 13, 2023
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected April 14, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E April 13, 2023
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected May 21, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F April 13, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected April 14, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E April 13, 2023
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected April 14, 2023 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F April 13, 2023
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Corrected April 14, 2023 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · F April 13, 2023
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected April 20, 2023 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · F April 13, 2023
Have enough outside ventilation via a window or mechanical ventilation, or both.
Corrected April 14, 2023 · Environmental
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Actual harm · G January 25, 2022
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected January 25, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G January 25, 2022
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected January 25, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 25, 2022
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Corrected January 25, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 25, 2022
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Corrected February 22, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 25, 2022
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Corrected February 22, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 25, 2022
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected February 22, 2022 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D January 25, 2022
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected February 22, 2022 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F January 25, 2022
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 22, 2022 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E January 25, 2022
Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff.
Corrected February 22, 2022 · Infection Control
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 065390 · certified since September 26, 2007. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.