nursing home in Denver, CO
Health Center at Franklin Park
1535 Park Ave, Denver, CO 80218 · (303) 479-3692
★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Health Center at Franklin Park at a glance
Health Center at Franklin Park is a 86-bed non-profit nursing home in Denver, Colorado (Denver 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 hours of nursing care per day (0.8 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 26, 2026) found 6 health citations. The Colorado average is 8.7.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 33.9% per year (state average 47.1%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 86
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- American Baptist Homes of the Midwest
- Medicare-certified since
- July 1, 1985
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Denver County
- CMS Certification Number
- 065213
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) | 4 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 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 |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Colorado avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 4.02 hrs | 3.72 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.76 hrs | 0.82 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.23 hrs | 2.21 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.67 hrs | 3.29 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 33.9% | 47.1% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 38.5% | 44.6% | 42.9% | Better |
| 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) | 6 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 38 | 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 | 86 | 94 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 60 | 75 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 70.1% | 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) | 2.8% | 3.4% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 1% | 3.4% | 4.6% | Better |
| 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) | 1.9% | 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) | 25.3% | 13.4% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 15% | 13.3% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 1.6% | 4.7% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 3% | 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) | 12% | 11.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 22.5% | 21.2% | 19% | Worse |
| 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) | 99.5% | 93.5% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Colorado avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 10.7% | 1.6% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 83.9% | 76.4% | 82% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 21 health deficiencies and 16 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 26, 2026 Fire safety | Use approved construction type or materials. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0161 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 26, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 13, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 13, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 13, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 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 May 13, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure electrical receptacles or cover plates have distinctive color or marking. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0917 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 13, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 13, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 13, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 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 April 22, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 Standard | Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0680 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 22, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 Standard | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 22, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 Standard | Keep all essential equipment working safely. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0908 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 22, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 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 April 22, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 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 April 22, 2026 |
| February 27, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 15, 2024 |
| February 27, 2024 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 11, 2024 |
| February 27, 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 May 13, 2024 |
| February 27, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 28, 2024 |
| February 27, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 28, 2024 |
| February 27, 2024 Standard | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 28, 2024 |
| February 27, 2024 Standard | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 28, 2024 |
| February 27, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 28, 2024 |
| February 27, 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 March 28, 2024 |
| February 27, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 28, 2024 |
| November 3, 2022 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 20, 2022 |
| November 3, 2022 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 17, 2023 |
| November 3, 2022 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 17, 2023 |
| November 3, 2022 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 20, 2022 |
| November 3, 2022 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 December 20, 2022 |
| November 3, 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected December 2, 2022 |
| November 3, 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 December 14, 2022 |
| November 3, 2022 Standard | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 2, 2022 |
| November 3, 2022 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 2, 2022 |
| November 3, 2022 Standard | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 2, 2022 |
| November 3, 2022 Standard | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0582 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 2, 2022 |
| November 3, 2022 Standard | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 2, 2022 |
| November 3, 2022 Standard | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 2, 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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BAPTIST HOME ASSOCIATION OF THE ROCKY MOUNTAIN INC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 01/01/2000 |
| ALLEN, RYAN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2013 |
| DAVIDSON, ROGER Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| FORD, ASHLEY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| HANSON, PHILLIP Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2013 |
| JOHNSON, DOROTHY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| JOHNSON, JAMES Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| KILLIAN, GEORGE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| NEIMAN, RUTH Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| PETERS, MARSHALL Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2013 |
| VAN DER BEEK, BRUCE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| VANOSTRAM, STEVEN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2013 |
| VAUGHN-GRAY, STEPHANIE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| WAGONER FORD, ANNE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| WHITAKER, BRUCE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2013 |
| BLATNIK, ANDREA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
| JOHNSON, LARS Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/05/2023 |
| KOTZ, CHRISTINA Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2020 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Health Center at Franklin Park's rating?
Health Center at Franklin Park 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 Health Center at Franklin Park 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 Health Center at Franklin Park 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 Health Center at Franklin Park?
It is non profit - corporation and part of American Baptist Homes of the Midwest. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Health Center at Franklin Park and how do I contact it?
Health Center at Franklin Park is at 1535 Park Ave, Denver, CO 80218. Phone: (303) 479-3692.
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.