nursing home in Denver, CO
South Valley Post Acute Rehabilitation
4450 E Jewell Ave, Denver, CO 80222 · (303) 757-7438
★★★★★4
Above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★2
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
South Valley Post Acute Rehabilitation at a glance
South Valley Post Acute Rehabilitation is a 106-bed for-profit nursing home in Denver, Colorado (Denver County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Colorado average of 3.2.
Residents receive about 3.1 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (January 29, 2026) 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 48.9% per year (state average 47.1%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 106
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- The Ensign Group
- Medicare-certified since
- March 17, 1986
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Denver County
- CMS Certification Number
- 065230
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Colorado avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 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) | 2 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Colorado avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.10 hrs | 3.72 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.46 hrs | 0.82 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.01 hrs | 2.21 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.79 hrs | 3.29 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 48.9% | 47.1% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 41.7% | 44.6% | 42.9% | Average |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 0 | 1 | Worse |
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 | 106 | 94 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 103 | 75 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 97% | 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) | 3.7% | 3.4% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4.7% | 3.4% | 4.6% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 10.7% | 20% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.9% | 1.4% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 13.7% | 13.4% | 13.9% | Average |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 13.6% | 13.3% | 14.1% | Average |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.6% | 4.7% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 23% | 8.8% | 12.8% | Worse |
| 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) | 7% | 11.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 25.9% | 21.2% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 92.3% | 94.7% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 90.9% | 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) | 0.8% | 1.6% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 76.2% | 75.6% | 79.8% | Average |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 81.2% | 76.4% | 82% | Average |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 11 health deficiencies and 23 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 29, 2026 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 27, 2026 |
| January 29, 2026 Fire safety | Meet other general requirements. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0100 | F Potential harm, widespread | Deficient, Provider has plan of correction |
| January 29, 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 March 27, 2026 |
| January 29, 2026 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 March 4, 2026 |
| January 29, 2026 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 27, 2026 |
| January 29, 2026 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 19, 2026 |
| January 29, 2026 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 18, 2026 |
| January 29, 2026 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 18, 2026 |
| January 29, 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 March 6, 2026 |
| January 29, 2026 Fire safety | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 13, 2026 |
| January 29, 2026 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Past Non-Compliance |
| January 29, 2026 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 20, 2026 |
| January 29, 2026 Complaint | 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 20, 2026 |
| January 29, 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 February 20, 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 20, 2026 |
| January 29, 2026 Standard | Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0740 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 20, 2026 |
| January 29, 2026 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 20, 2026 |
| May 16, 2024 Complaint | 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 15, 2024 |
| November 13, 2023 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 18, 2023 |
| November 13, 2023 Fire safety | Have proper fire barriers, ventilation and signs for the transfilling of oxygen. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0927 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 18, 2023 |
| November 13, 2023 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 18, 2023 |
| November 13, 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 November 29, 2023 |
| September 8, 2022 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 7, 2022 |
| September 8, 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 March 28, 2023 |
| September 8, 2022 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 2, 2022 |
| September 8, 2022 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 2, 2022 |
| September 8, 2022 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 31, 2023 |
| September 8, 2022 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 2, 2022 |
| September 8, 2022 Fire safety | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 2, 2022 |
| September 8, 2022 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 7, 2022 |
| September 8, 2022 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 29, 2022 |
| September 8, 2022 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 2, 2022 |
| September 8, 2022 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 2, 2022 |
| September 8, 2022 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 October 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE ENSIGN GROUP, INC. Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 100% | 06/18/2014 |
| ENSIGN SERVICES INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/15/2020 |
| HORTON, CHRISTOPHER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/21/2025 |
| SMV DENVER RED ROCKS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2021 |
| WILSON, HUNTER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/25/2025 |
| JORGENSEN, DAVID Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/15/2020 |
| BURNAM, SOON Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/15/2020 |
| GRAHAM, JOSEPH Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/20/2024 |
| KEETCH, CHAD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2011 |
| SATO, AMI Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/09/2024 |
| PORT, BARRY Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/21/2025 |
| HORTON, CHRISTOPHER Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2021 |
| WILSON, HUNTER Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2020 |
| HORTON, CHRISTOPHER Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2021 |
| KARE TECHNOLOGIES LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2021 |
| WILSON, HUNTER Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2020 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is South Valley Post Acute Rehabilitation's rating?
South Valley Post Acute Rehabilitation has 4 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 South Valley Post Acute Rehabilitation 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 South Valley Post Acute 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 South Valley Post Acute Rehabilitation?
It is for profit - corporation and part of The Ensign Group. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is South Valley Post Acute Rehabilitation and how do I contact it?
South Valley Post Acute Rehabilitation is at 4450 E Jewell Ave, Denver, CO 80222. Phone: (303) 757-7438.
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.