nursing home in Durango, CO

Durango Health and Rehabilitation

2911 Junction St, Durango, CO 81301 · (970) 247-2215

★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★1
  • Staffing★★★★★3
  • Quality measures★★★★★4
  • Abuse citation

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

Durango Health and Rehabilitation at a glance

Durango Health and Rehabilitation is a 133-bed for-profit nursing home in Durango, Colorado (La Plata County).

CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Colorado average of 3.2.

Residents receive about 2.9 hours of nursing care per day (0.8 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.7 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (June 27, 2024) found 24 health citations. The Colorado average is 8.7.

It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.

Nursing staff turnover is 31% per year (state average 47.1%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Corporation
Beds
133
Certified for
Medicare and Medicaid
Chain / affiliated entity
The Ensign Group
Medicare-certified since
May 17, 1988
Resident/family council
Resident
County
La Plata County
CMS Certification Number
065243

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityColorado avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)1 / 53.2 / 53 / 5Worse
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)1 / 52.7 / 52.8 / 5Worse
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 53.2 / 52.9 / 5Average
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)4 / 54.1 / 53.6 / 5Average
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)5 / 54.1 / 53.8 / 5Better
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)4 / 54 / 53.3 / 5Better

Staffing

This facility2.90 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)2.90 hrs3.72 hrs3.86 hrsWorse
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.78 hrs0.82 hrs0.69 hrsBetter
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)1.36 hrs2.21 hrs2.32 hrsWorse
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.51 hrs3.29 hrs3.42 hrsWorse
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)31%47.1%45.8%Better
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)46.7%44.6%42.9%Worse
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)001Better

Inspections

This facility24Colorado 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)2499Worse
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)423Worse
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)1247480.6Worse

Penalties

This facility0Colorado 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)011Better
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$0$22,802$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)011Better

Size

MeasureThis facilityColorado avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds13394107
Average residents per day867586
Occupancy64.7%80.7%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility1.8%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)1.8%3.4%3.2%Better
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)5.4%3.4%4.6%Worse
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)25%20%15.4%Worse
Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better)2.6%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)8.3%13.4%13.9%Better
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)7.4%13.3%14.1%Better
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)6.4%4.7%5.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)11.9%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)7.8%11.5%19.5%Better
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)16%21.2%19%Better
Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)83.1%94.7%95.5%Worse
Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)57.6%93.5%93.6%Worse

Short-stay residents

This facility2.7%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)2.7%1.6%1.6%Worse
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)39.8%75.6%79.8%Worse
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)37.1%76.4%82%Worse

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 49 health deficiencies and 1 fire safety deficiency in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
July 30, 2026
Complaint
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
Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction
March 31, 2026
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 May 1, 2026
December 9, 2025
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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Past Non-Compliance
February 4, 2025
Complaint
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 26, 2025
June 27, 2024
Fire safety
Establish emergency prep training and testing.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0036
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 3, 2024
June 27, 2024
Standard
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0803
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 3, 2024
June 27, 2024
Standard
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 3, 2024
June 27, 2024
Standard
Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0582
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 3, 2024
June 27, 2024
Standard
Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0947
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 3, 2024
June 27, 2024
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 3, 2024
June 27, 2024
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 July 3, 2024
June 27, 2024
Standard
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected July 3, 2024
June 27, 2024
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 July 3, 2024
June 27, 2024
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 July 3, 2024
June 27, 2024
Standard
Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0567
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 3, 2024
June 27, 2024
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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 3, 2024
June 27, 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 July 3, 2024
June 27, 2024
Standard
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 3, 2024
June 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 July 3, 2024
June 27, 2024
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 July 3, 2024
June 27, 2024
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 July 3, 2024
June 27, 2024
Standard
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 3, 2024
June 27, 2024
Standard
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 3, 2024
June 27, 2024
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 July 3, 2024
June 27, 2024
Standard
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0805
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 3, 2024
June 27, 2024
Standard
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 July 3, 2024
March 7, 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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 29, 2024
March 7, 2024
Complaint
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0565
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 4, 2024
November 11, 2021
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 December 10, 2021
November 11, 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 10, 2021
November 11, 2021
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 10, 2021
November 11, 2021
Standard
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 10, 2021
November 11, 2021
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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 10, 2021
November 11, 2021
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 December 10, 2021
November 11, 2021
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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 10, 2021
August 21, 2019
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
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 24, 2019
August 21, 2019
Standard
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected September 24, 2019
August 21, 2019
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 September 24, 2019
August 21, 2019
Standard
Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0802
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 24, 2019
August 21, 2019
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 September 26, 2019
August 21, 2019
Standard
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0561
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected September 24, 2019
August 21, 2019
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 September 24, 2019
August 21, 2019
Standard
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 24, 2019
August 21, 2019
Standard
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 23, 2019
August 21, 2019
Standard
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 24, 2019
August 21, 2019
Standard
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 24, 2019
August 21, 2019
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 24, 2019
August 21, 2019
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 24, 2019
August 21, 2019
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 September 24, 2019
August 21, 2019
Standard
Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0638
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected September 24, 2019

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.

NameRoleShareSince
ENSIGN SERVICES INC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE09/01/2024
GREENBERG, DAVID
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE09/01/2024
MOTT, DELANEY
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE06/21/2025
SMV DURANGO LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE04/01/2021
JORGENSEN, DAVID
Individual
corporate directorNOT APPLICABLE05/24/2024
BURNAM, SOON
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE05/24/2024
DUNYON, DAVID
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE05/24/2024
KEETCH, CHAD
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE03/01/2011
SATO, AMI
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE09/09/2024
PORT, BARRY
Individual
individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE06/21/2025
GREENBERG, DAVID
Individual
managing control - governing bodyNOT APPLICABLE09/01/2024
MOTT, DELANEY
Individual
managing control - governing bodyNOT APPLICABLE09/01/2024
GLC GROUP
Organization
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE04/01/2021
GREENBERG, DAVID
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE09/01/2024
MOTT, DELANEY
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE09/01/2024

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Frequently asked questions

What is Durango Health and Rehabilitation's rating?

Durango Health and Rehabilitation has 1 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 Durango Health and Rehabilitation receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 24 citations, compared with a Colorado average of 8.7. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Durango Health 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 Durango Health and 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 Durango Health and Rehabilitation and how do I contact it?

Durango Health and Rehabilitation is at 2911 Junction St, Durango, CO 81301. Phone: (970) 247-2215.

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.