nursing home in Gunnison, CO
Gunnison Valley Health Senior Care Center
1500 W Tomichi Ave, Gunnison, CO 81230 · (970) 641-0704
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★2
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Gunnison Valley Health Senior Care Center at a glance
Gunnison Valley Health Senior Care Center is a 50-bed government nursing home in Gunnison, Colorado (Gunnison County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Colorado average of 3.2.
Residents receive about 4.1 hours of nursing care per day (1.1 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (January 29, 2026) found 2 health citations. The Colorado average is 8.7.
Federal regulators fined it 3 times in the past three years, totaling $14,866.
Nursing staff turnover is 45.7% per year (state average 47.1%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - City/County
- Beds
- 50
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- April 9, 1977
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Gunnison County
- CMS Certification Number
- 065144
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Colorado avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Colorado avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.13 hrs | 3.72 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.12 hrs | 0.82 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.28 hrs | 2.21 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.64 hrs | 3.29 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 45.7% | 47.1% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 50% | 44.6% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Colorado avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 2 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 16 | 74 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Colorado avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 3 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $14,866 | $22,802 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 3 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Colorado avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 50 | 94 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 32 | 75 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 64.8% | 80.7% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Colorado avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 9.1% | 3.4% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3% | 3.4% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 24.5% | 20% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 2.5% | 1.4% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.8% | Average |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 21.1% | 13.4% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 24.9% | 13.3% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4.2% | 4.7% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0.9% | 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) | 6.8% | 11.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 22.1% | 21.2% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97.1% | 94.7% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.2% | 93.5% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Colorado avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 73.1% | 76.4% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 8 health deficiencies and 7 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 29, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 19, 2026 |
| January 29, 2026 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 23, 2026 |
| January 29, 2026 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 23, 2026 |
| April 24, 2024 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 July 26, 2024 |
| April 24, 2024 Fire safety | Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0223 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 8, 2024 |
| April 24, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 26, 2024 |
| April 24, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0914 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 15, 2024 |
| April 24, 2024 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 9, 2024 |
| April 24, 2024 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 26, 2024 |
| April 24, 2024 Standard | 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. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0727 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 10, 2024 |
| April 2, 2024 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected February 15, 2024 |
| March 12, 2020 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 May 22, 2020 |
| March 12, 2020 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 22, 2020 |
| March 12, 2020 Standard | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0883 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 22, 2020 |
| March 12, 2020 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 22, 2020 |
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 $14,866 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| April 2, 2024 | Fine | $8,018 |
| December 11, 2023 | Fine | $4,363 |
| October 23, 2023 | Fine | $2,485 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| COUNTY OF GUNNISON Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 10/16/2013 |
| AMRICH, JASON Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/11/2025 |
| ANDERSON, KENNETH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/26/2026 |
| KIBLER, SHANDY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/26/2026 |
| ALPERN, BRUCE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2012 |
| COVEY, MARLA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2014 |
| HAVER, DONALD Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2014 |
| HUTCHISON CROCKETT, MARLA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2023 |
| KAUFMAN, MARK Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2022 |
| LEACH, JACKIE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/18/2026 |
| MCMAHILL, EMILY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2025 |
| AMRICH, JASON Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/06/2021 |
| BAKER, JOSEPH Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/16/2013 |
| BLAD, NATHAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/13/2025 |
| BAKER, JOSEPH Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/16/2013 |
| ALPERN, BRUCE Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2012 |
| COVEY, MARLA Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2014 |
| HAVER, DONALD Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2014 |
| HUTCHISON CROCKETT, MARLA Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2023 |
| KAUFMAN, MARK Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2022 |
| MCMAHILL, EMILY Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2025 |
Frequently asked questions
What is Gunnison Valley Health Senior Care Center's rating?
Gunnison Valley Health Senior Care Center has 5 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 Gunnison Valley Health Senior Care Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 2 citations, compared with a Colorado average of 8.7. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Gunnison Valley Health Senior Care Center 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 Gunnison Valley Health Senior Care Center?
It is government - city/county. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Gunnison Valley Health Senior Care Center and how do I contact it?
Gunnison Valley Health Senior Care Center is at 1500 W Tomichi Ave, Gunnison, CO 81230. Phone: (970) 641-0704.
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.