Health Center at Franklin Park
1535 Park Ave · Denver, CO · 80218 · 3034793692
86 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Chain: American Baptist Homes of the Midwest
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
The composite number cleared 71 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
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Red flags
Cited under the freedom-from-abuse rule
Cited 1 time under F600 (freedom from abuse/neglect) below the actual-harm level — worth asking about on a tour.
Medicare/Medicaid payments were denied
CMS refused payment for new admissions for a period — one of its strongest enforcement tools.
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 | 4.12 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.80 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.82 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 29% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $10,082 |
Inspection citations (27 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D March 26, 2026
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Corrected April 22, 2026 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E March 26, 2026
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected April 22, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E March 26, 2026
Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional.
Corrected April 22, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 26, 2026
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Corrected April 22, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E March 26, 2026
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.
Corrected April 22, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E March 26, 2026
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Corrected April 22, 2026 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D February 27, 2024
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected March 28, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D February 27, 2024
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected March 28, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D February 27, 2024
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected March 28, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 27, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 28, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 27, 2024
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected March 28, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E February 27, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 28, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D February 27, 2024 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected March 28, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E August 31, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected September 29, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 31, 2023 · found via complaint
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Corrected September 29, 2023 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · E August 31, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected September 29, 2023 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F August 31, 2023 · found via complaint
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected September 29, 2023 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F August 31, 2023 · found via complaint
Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home.
Corrected September 29, 2023 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F August 31, 2023 · found via complaint
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
Corrected October 23, 2023 · Infection Control
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Actual harm · G November 3, 2022
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected December 14, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G November 3, 2022
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected December 2, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 3, 2022
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Corrected December 2, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 3, 2022
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected December 2, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E November 3, 2022
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 December 2, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 3, 2022
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected December 2, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| August 31, 2023 | Fine | $10,082 |
| August 31, 2023 | Payment Denial | 24 days |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 065213 · certified since July 1, 1985. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.