Southeast Colorado Hospital Ltc
373 E 10th Ave · Springfield, CO · 81073 · 7195234501
56 certified beds Non profit - Corporation
- 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.
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.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 5.47 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 1.03 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 4.60 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 43% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (14 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D April 22, 2025 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected May 8, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 21, 2024
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected December 16, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 21, 2024
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected December 16, 2024 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D November 21, 2024
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected December 16, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 21, 2024
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 December 16, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E November 21, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected December 16, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E June 15, 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 July 5, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 15, 2023
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected July 6, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 15, 2023
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected July 6, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 15, 2023
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected July 5, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E June 15, 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 July 6, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F June 15, 2023
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected July 3, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D April 14, 2022
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected May 5, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 14, 2022
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 May 5, 2022 · Pharmacy Service
Better-scoring options nearby
No better-scoring facility within 25 miles in the current data — this one leads its area. See the whole state.
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 06A185 · certified since December 1, 1991. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.