High Plains Post Acute LLC
1209 W Abriendo Ave · Pueblo, CO · 81004 · 7195441173
59 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Part of a CCRC
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $45,686 in fines in the last 24 months.
- 5 citations involved actual harm to residents.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
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.
2 actual-harm citations in the most recent cycle
Inspectors found deficiencies that caused real harm to residents, beyond potential-harm paperwork findings.
61% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.63 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 1.04 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.27 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 61% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 4 · $72,840 |
Inspection citations (33 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G August 11, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected September 8, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 11, 2025 · found via complaint
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Corrected September 8, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E August 11, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected September 8, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 11, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected September 8, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 11, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected September 8, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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No harm found · B August 11, 2025 · found via complaint
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 8, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Actual harm · G February 27, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 26, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 27, 2025
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 March 26, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D February 27, 2025
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 March 26, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D February 27, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 26, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D February 27, 2025
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected March 26, 2025 · Infection Control
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Actual harm · G April 1, 2024 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected April 26, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Immediate jeopardy · J August 14, 2023
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected September 7, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Actual harm · G August 14, 2023
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 September 7, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Actual harm · G August 14, 2023
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Corrected September 7, 2023 · Administration
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Potential for harm · E August 14, 2023
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected September 7, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 14, 2023
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected September 7, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E August 14, 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 7, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D August 14, 2023
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected September 7, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 14, 2023
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected September 7, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 14, 2023
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected September 7, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 14, 2023
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected September 7, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F August 14, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected September 7, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F August 14, 2023
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected September 7, 2023 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · F August 14, 2023
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected September 7, 2023 · Environmental
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 11, 2025 | Fine | $12,438 |
| February 27, 2025 | Fine | $33,248 |
| April 1, 2024 | Fine | $12,048 |
| August 14, 2023 | Fine | $15,106 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 065355 · certified since December 18, 1996. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.