nursing home in Commerce City, CO
Irondale Post Acute
7150 Poplar St, Commerce City, CO 80022 · (303) 289-7110
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★5
- Special Focus candidate
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Irondale Post Acute at a glance
Irondale Post Acute is a 95-bed for-profit nursing home in Commerce City, Colorado (Adams 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 3.4 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (February 12, 2026) found 13 health citations. The Colorado average is 8.7.
Federal regulators fined it 5 times in the past three years, totaling $131,261.
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 95
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- The Ensign Group
- Medicare-certified since
- February 1, 1994
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Adams County
- CMS Certification Number
- 065318
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) | 1 / 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) | 5 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.8 / 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) | 3.35 hrs | 3.72 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.60 hrs | 0.82 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.21 hrs | 2.21 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.98 hrs | 3.29 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Colorado avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 13 | 9 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 3 | 2 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 213.3 | 74 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Colorado avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 5 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $131,261 | $22,802 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 6 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Colorado avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 95 | 94 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 79 | 75 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 83.4% | 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) | 2.3% | 3.4% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4.3% | 3.4% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 38.8% | 20% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.7% | 1.4% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 28.6% | 13.4% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 13.9% | 13.3% | 14.1% | Average |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 5.3% | 4.7% | 5.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 1.8% | 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) | 14.8% | 11.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 26.1% | 21.2% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 91% | 94.7% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 86.6% | 93.5% | 93.6% | Worse |
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% | 1.6% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 42.6% | 75.6% | 79.8% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 47.4% | 76.4% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 27 health deficiencies and 0 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 6 citations involved actual harm, including 2 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 12, 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected March 13, 2026 |
| February 12, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 13, 2026 |
| February 12, 2026 Standard | Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0685 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 13, 2026 |
| February 12, 2026 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 March 13, 2026 |
| February 12, 2026 Standard | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 13, 2026 |
| February 12, 2026 Standard | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 13, 2026 |
| February 12, 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 March 13, 2026 |
| February 12, 2026 Standard | Protect each resident from the wrongful use of the resident's belongings or money. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0602 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 13, 2026 |
| February 12, 2026 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 March 13, 2026 |
| February 12, 2026 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 13, 2026 |
| December 8, 2025 Complaint | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 23, 2025 |
| October 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 | L Immediate jeopardy, widespread | Corrected November 11, 2025 |
| October 9, 2025 Complaint | 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 November 11, 2025 |
| April 30, 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 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected January 28, 2025 |
| November 20, 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected September 12, 2024 |
| December 14, 2023 Complaint | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected January 4, 2024 |
| December 14, 2023 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 14, 2024 |
| December 14, 2023 Complaint | 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 4, 2024 |
| December 14, 2023 Complaint | 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 February 14, 2024 |
| December 14, 2023 Complaint | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 4, 2024 |
| December 14, 2023 Complaint | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 4, 2024 |
| December 14, 2023 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 | Corrected January 4, 2024 |
| December 14, 2023 Standard | Designate a qualified infection preventionist to be responsible for the infection prevent and control program in the nursing home. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0882 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 4, 2024 |
| December 14, 2023 Complaint | Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0849 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 4, 2024 |
| September 13, 2023 Complaint · Infection control | Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0661 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 23, 2023 |
| September 1, 2022 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected September 9, 2022 |
| September 1, 2022 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 9, 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 6 federal penalties in the past three years, including $131,261 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| February 12, 2026 | Fine | $50,400 |
| October 9, 2025 | Fine | $30,076 |
| April 30, 2025 | Fine | $17,345 |
| November 20, 2024 | Fine | $8,338 |
| December 14, 2023 | Payment Denial | 32 days from January 13, 2024 |
| December 14, 2023 | Fine | $25,102 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGLADE, KEITH Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2020 |
| ENSIGN SERVICES INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/14/2019 |
| HORTON, CHRISTOPHER Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2020 |
| JORGENSEN, DAVID Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2020 |
| BURNAM, SOON Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/14/2019 |
| GRAHAM, JOSEPH Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2020 |
| 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 | 08/07/2025 |
| ENGLADE, KEITH Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2020 |
| HORTON, CHRISTOPHER Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2020 |
| ENGLADE, KEITH Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2020 |
| HORTON, CHRISTOPHER Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2020 |
| KARE TECHNOLOGIES LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2020 |
| PRIME TIME HEALTHCARE LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2020 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Irondale Post Acute's rating?
Irondale Post Acute 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 Irondale Post Acute receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 13 citations, compared with a Colorado average of 8.7. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Irondale Post Acute 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 Irondale Post Acute?
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 Irondale Post Acute and how do I contact it?
Irondale Post Acute is at 7150 Poplar St, Commerce City, CO 80022. Phone: (303) 289-7110.
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.