nursing home in Pueblo, CO

Vista Ridge Care and Rehabilitation

855 Hunter Dr, Pueblo, CO 81001 · (719) 253-3700

★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★3
  • Staffing★★★★★2
  • Quality measures★★★★★3

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

Vista Ridge Care and Rehabilitation at a glance

Vista Ridge Care and Rehabilitation is a 90-bed for-profit nursing home in Pueblo, Colorado (Pueblo County).

CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Colorado average of 3.2.

Residents receive about 3.2 hours of nursing care per day (0.9 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.7 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (December 4, 2025) found 6 health citations. The Colorado average is 8.7.

Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $41,772.

Nursing staff turnover is 64.2% per year (state average 47.1%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Corporation
Beds
90
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
Frontline Management
Medicare-certified since
May 30, 1973
Continuing care retirement community
Yes
Resident/family council
Both
County
Pueblo County
CMS Certification Number
065121

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityColorado avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 53.2 / 53 / 5Average
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 52.7 / 52.8 / 5Average
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 53.2 / 52.9 / 5Worse
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 54.1 / 53.6 / 5Worse
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)1 / 54.1 / 53.8 / 5Worse
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)5 / 54 / 53.3 / 5Better

Staffing

This facility3.18 hrsColorado average3.72 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. Colorado and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityColorado avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)3.18 hrs3.72 hrs3.86 hrsWorse
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.93 hrs0.82 hrs0.69 hrsBetter
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)1.85 hrs2.21 hrs2.32 hrsWorse
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.79 hrs3.29 hrs3.42 hrsWorse
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)64.2%47.1%45.8%Worse
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)84%44.6%42.9%Worse
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)101Worse

Inspections

This facility6Colorado average9U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. Colorado and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityColorado avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)699Better
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)023Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)497480.6Better

Penalties

This facility2Colorado average1U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. Colorado and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityColorado avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)211Worse
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$41,772$22,802$30,972Worse
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)311Worse

Size

MeasureThis facilityColorado avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds9094107
Average residents per day697586
Occupancy76.8%80.7%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility7.3%Colorado average3.4%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. Colorado and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityColorado avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)7.3%3.4%3.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)5.6%3.4%4.6%Worse
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)21.3%20%15.4%Worse
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)2.1%1.4%1.6%Worse
Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better)1.2%0.6%0.8%Worse
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)19.9%13.4%13.9%Worse
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)20.4%13.3%14.1%Worse
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)0.9%4.7%5.2%Better
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)0.5%8.8%12.8%Better
Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better)0%0.1%0.1%Better
Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better)9.7%11.5%19.5%Better
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)19.1%21.2%19%Average
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)100%94.7%95.5%Average
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)83.8%93.5%93.6%Worse

Short-stay residents

This facility0%Colorado average1.6%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. Colorado and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityColorado avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)0%1.6%1.6%Better
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)57.7%75.6%79.8%Worse
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)51.2%76.4%82%Worse

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 28 health deficiencies and 23 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 3 citations involved actual harm.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
December 4, 2025
Fire safety
Use approved construction type or materials.
Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161
K
Immediate jeopardy, pattern
Corrected February 3, 2026
December 4, 2025
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 26, 2025
December 4, 2025
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 26, 2025
December 4, 2025
Fire safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 26, 2025
December 4, 2025
Fire safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 26, 2025
December 4, 2025
Fire safety
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 26, 2025
December 4, 2025
Fire safety
Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0325
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 26, 2025
December 4, 2025
Fire safety
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0341
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 26, 2025
December 4, 2025
Fire safety
Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 26, 2025
December 4, 2025
Fire safety
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0321
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 26, 2025
December 4, 2025
Fire safety
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 26, 2025
December 4, 2025
Fire safety
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected February 3, 2026
December 4, 2025
Fire safety
Ensure that corridors are separated from use areas by walls constructed to limit the passage of smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0362
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 26, 2025
December 4, 2025
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 26, 2025
December 4, 2025
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 5, 2025
December 4, 2025
Standard
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 5, 2025
December 4, 2025
Standard
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 5, 2025
December 4, 2025
Standard
Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0605
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 5, 2025
December 4, 2025
Standard
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 5, 2025
December 4, 2025
Standard
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 5, 2025
May 15, 2025
Complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 11, 2025
May 15, 2025
Complaint
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 11, 2025
May 15, 2025
Complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 11, 2025
May 15, 2025
Complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected June 11, 2025
December 14, 2023
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 15, 2024
December 14, 2023
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected February 10, 2024
December 14, 2023
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected February 10, 2024
December 14, 2023
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected February 10, 2024
December 14, 2023
Fire safety
Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 10, 2024
December 14, 2023
Standard
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected January 11, 2024
December 14, 2023
Standard
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected January 11, 2024
December 14, 2023
Complaint
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected January 11, 2024
December 14, 2023
Standard
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected January 11, 2024
December 14, 2023
Standard
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 11, 2024
December 14, 2023
Standard
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 11, 2024
December 14, 2023
Standard
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 11, 2024
September 1, 2022
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 15, 2022
September 1, 2022
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 19, 2022
September 1, 2022
Fire safety
Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 20, 2022
September 1, 2022
Fire safety
Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.
Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 20, 2022
September 1, 2022
Standard
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected October 1, 2022
September 1, 2022
Standard
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected October 1, 2022
September 1, 2022
Standard
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected October 1, 2022
September 1, 2022
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected October 1, 2022
September 1, 2022
Standard
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.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected October 1, 2022
September 1, 2022
Standard
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected October 1, 2022
September 1, 2022
Standard
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 1, 2022
September 1, 2022
Standard
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.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 1, 2022
September 1, 2022
Standard
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 1, 2022
September 1, 2022
Standard
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 1, 2022
September 1, 2022
Standard
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 1, 2022

Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.

Fines and payment denials

CMS reports 3 federal penalties in the past three years, including $41,772 in fines.

DatePenaltyAmount / length
December 4, 2025Payment Denial33 days from January 1, 2026
December 4, 2025Fine$13,260
December 14, 2023Fine$28,512

Owners and managers

Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.

NameRoleShareSince
1111 BONFORTE BLVD, LLC
Organization
5% or greater direct ownership interest100%11/01/2013
FALK, GREGORY
Individual
5% or greater indirect ownership interest50%11/01/2013
FMI-VP, LLC
Organization
5% or greater indirect ownership interest50%11/01/2013
CIBC BANK USA
Organization
5% or greater security interestNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2013
BABICH, DEBORAH
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE06/15/2025
BAKER, ADAM
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE04/16/2020
CHAVEZ, CLARINDA
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE10/21/2024
CONNOR, ANGELA
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE11/18/2024
COULSON, DIANA
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE03/02/1979
DABERKOW, SUSAN
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE06/10/2024
DUBLA, TAMMY
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE02/26/2024
DURAN, JEREMY
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE04/23/2023
FRONTIER MANAGEMENT INC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE07/14/2025
GERSON, DANIEL
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE12/17/2018
GRAY-TRUJILLO, BELEN
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2025
INTEGRA ACCOUNTING SOLUTIONS LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE01/01/2025
JONES, ROBERT
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2013
LIPPOLD & HOLLAND LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE11/25/2020
LOPEZ, AMY
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE04/29/2025
NEWTON, MICHELLE
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE12/26/2017
ONG, EDISON
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE04/04/2025
ORBACK, HEATHER
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2013
QUALITY CARE REHAB INC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE07/09/2025
REDDY, VIKAS
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE12/04/2024
REMEDI SENIORCARE OF COLORADO, LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE07/09/2025
SALAS, CHERISE
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE06/02/2014
SARACINO, KELLY
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2013
SIMMERVILLE, TAMMY
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE11/02/1974
SIPIRIANO, MOREBLESSING
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE05/20/2025
SLYHOFF, MARCY
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE01/16/2015
VIALPANDO, ADRIENE
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE09/02/2024
WIPFLI LLP
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE07/09/2025
JONES, ROBERT
Individual
indirect ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2013
KIKLIS, DEAN
Individual
indirect ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2013
ORBACK, HEATHER
Individual
indirect ownership interestNOT APPLICABLE11/01/2013
BABICH, DEBORAH
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE06/15/2025
BAKER, ADAM
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE04/16/2020
CHAVEZ, CLARINDA
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE10/21/2024
CONNOR, ANGELA
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE11/18/2024
COULSON, DIANA
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE03/02/1979

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Frequently asked questions

What is Vista Ridge Care and Rehabilitation's rating?

Vista Ridge Care and Rehabilitation has 3 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Colorado nursing homes is 3.2 stars.

How many inspection citations did Vista Ridge Care and Rehabilitation receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 6 citations, compared with a Colorado average of 8.7. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Vista Ridge Care and Rehabilitation accept Medicare and Medicaid?

CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.

Who owns Vista Ridge Care and Rehabilitation?

It is for profit - corporation and part of Frontline Management. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Vista Ridge Care and Rehabilitation and how do I contact it?

Vista Ridge Care and Rehabilitation is at 855 Hunter Dr, Pueblo, CO 81001. Phone: (719) 253-3700.

About this data

Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.