nursing home in Brush, CO
Eben Ezer Lutheran Care Center
122 Hospital Rd, Brush, CO 80723 · (970) 842-2861
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★3
- Abuse citation
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Eben Ezer Lutheran Care Center at a glance
Eben Ezer Lutheran Care Center is a 125-bed non-profit nursing home in Brush, Colorado (Morgan County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Colorado average of 3.2.
Residents receive about 4.2 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (August 15, 2024) found 7 health citations. The Colorado average is 8.7.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 40.4% per year (state average 47.1%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 125
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- July 1, 1981
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Morgan County
- CMS Certification Number
- 065163
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Colorado avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Colorado avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.22 hrs | 3.72 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.56 hrs | 0.82 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.91 hrs | 2.21 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.83 hrs | 3.29 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 40.4% | 47.1% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 43.8% | 44.6% | 42.9% | Average |
| 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) | 7 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 41 | 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) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $22,802 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Colorado avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 125 | 94 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 82 | 75 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 65.7% | 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) | 7.2% | 3.4% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.6% | 3.4% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 16.2% | 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) | 0% | 0.6% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 13.9% | 13.4% | 13.9% | Average |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 11.3% | 13.3% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 11.2% | 4.7% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0.7% | 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) | 6.5% | 11.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 26.3% | 21.2% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97.3% | 94.7% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 95.2% | 93.5% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Colorado avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.7% | 1.6% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 70.2% | 75.6% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 73.9% | 76.4% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 13 health deficiencies and 20 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 4 citations involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 3, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 30, 2025 |
| August 15, 2024 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 29, 2024 |
| August 15, 2024 Fire safety | Have a complete alarm system manually initiated and initiated by fire sprinkler system connection. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0342 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 30, 2024 |
| August 15, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 14, 2024 |
| August 15, 2024 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 11, 2024 |
| August 15, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 14, 2024 |
| August 15, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 5, 2024 |
| August 15, 2024 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 September 13, 2024 |
| August 15, 2024 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 September 7, 2024 |
| August 15, 2024 Standard | 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 September 13, 2024 |
| August 15, 2024 Standard | Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0700 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 13, 2024 |
| August 15, 2024 Standard | Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0730 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 6, 2024 |
| March 2, 2023 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 1, 2023 |
| March 2, 2023 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 1, 2023 |
| March 2, 2023 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 1, 2023 |
| March 2, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 9, 2023 |
| March 2, 2023 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 4, 2023 |
| March 2, 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected March 30, 2023 |
| March 2, 2023 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected January 14, 2023 |
| March 2, 2023 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 30, 2023 |
| November 18, 2021 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 20, 2021 |
| November 18, 2021 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 12, 2022 |
| November 18, 2021 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0911 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 21, 2021 |
| November 18, 2021 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 8, 2022 |
| November 18, 2021 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 8, 2022 |
| November 18, 2021 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 16, 2021 |
| November 18, 2021 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 22, 2021 |
| November 18, 2021 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 23, 2021 |
| November 18, 2021 Fire safety | Have an externally vented heating system. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0522 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 11, 2022 |
| November 18, 2021 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 20, 2021 |
| November 18, 2021 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected December 17, 2021 |
| November 18, 2021 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 December 17, 2021 |
| November 18, 2021 Standard | Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0744 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 17, 2021 |
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 no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| BASS, SONYOU Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
| CHAPIN, ROBERT Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
| FRASIER, MARK Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
| LEE, MICHAEL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
| LEFEVER, TRAVIS Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
| SCHAEFER, ROGER Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
| TEKRONEY, MICHAEL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
| THISTLE, JENNIFER Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
| VANNOY, DOUGLAS Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
| HERGENRETER, SHELLY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/06/2005 |
| MASON, LESLIE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/03/2011 |
| EBEN EZER LUTHERAN CARE CENTER Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/1966 |
| BASS, SONYOU Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2007 |
| CHAPIN, ROBERT Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2009 |
| FRASIER, MARK Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2019 |
| LEE, MICHAEL Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2022 |
| LEFEVER, TRAVIS Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
| SCHAEFER, ROGER Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2009 |
| TEKRONEY, MICHAEL Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
| THISTLE, JENNIFER Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2022 |
| VANNOY, DOUGLAS Individual | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2021 |
| HERGENRETER, SHELLY Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2007 |
| MASON, LESLIE Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/03/2011 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Eben Ezer Lutheran Care Center's rating?
Eben Ezer Lutheran Care Center has 2 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 Eben Ezer Lutheran Care Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 7 citations, compared with a Colorado average of 8.7. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Eben Ezer Lutheran 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 Eben Ezer Lutheran Care Center?
It is non profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Eben Ezer Lutheran Care Center and how do I contact it?
Eben Ezer Lutheran Care Center is at 122 Hospital Rd, Brush, CO 80723. Phone: (970) 842-2861.
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.