South Valley Post Acute Rehabilitation
4450 E Jewell Ave · Denver, CO · 80222 · 3037577438
106 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: The Ensign Group
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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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: 4 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.22 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.53 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.93 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 46% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (11 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D January 29, 2026
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · F January 29, 2026
Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis.
Past Non-Compliance · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D January 29, 2026
Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 29, 2026
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E January 29, 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 February 20, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E January 29, 2026
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E January 29, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D May 16, 2024 · found via complaint
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 June 15, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 13, 2023
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected November 29, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 8, 2022
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected October 2, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 8, 2022
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected October 2, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 065230 · certified since March 17, 1986. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.