nursing home in Colorado Springs, CO

Center at Centennial, the

3490 Centennial Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80907 · (719) 685-8888

★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★4
  • Staffing★★★★★3
  • Quality measures★★★★★5

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

Center at Centennial, the at a glance

Center at Centennial, the is a 80-bed for-profit nursing home in Colorado Springs, Colorado (El Paso 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 4.5 hours of nursing care per day (0.9 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.7 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (October 23, 2024) found 1 health citation. The Colorado average is 8.7.

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

Nursing staff turnover is 51.6% per year (state average 47.1%).

Facility details

Type
Nursing home
Ownership
For Profit - Corporation
Beds
80
Certified for
Medicare
Chain / affiliated entity
Veritas Management Group
Medicare-certified since
September 26, 2007
Resident/family council
Both
County
El Paso County
CMS Certification Number
065390

Ratings

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

Staffing

This facility4.49 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)4.49 hrs3.72 hrs3.86 hrsBetter
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.92 hrs0.82 hrs0.69 hrsBetter
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.51 hrs2.21 hrs2.32 hrsBetter
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)3.95 hrs3.29 hrs3.42 hrsBetter
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)51.6%47.1%45.8%Worse
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)72.7%44.6%42.9%Worse
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)001Better

Inspections

This facility1Colorado 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)199Better
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)023Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)337480.6Better

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 beds8094107
Average residents per day747586
Occupancy91.9%80.7%80.9%

Short-stay residents

This facility0.1%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)0.1%1.6%1.6%Better
Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better)94.1%75.6%79.8%Better
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)91.7%76.4%82%Better

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 20 health deficiencies and 17 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 3 citations involved actual harm.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
October 23, 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 22, 2024
October 23, 2024
Fire safety
Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0311
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 20, 2024
October 23, 2024
Fire safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected November 22, 2024
October 23, 2024
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected November 22, 2024
October 23, 2024
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected November 22, 2024
October 23, 2024
Fire safety
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected December 11, 2024
October 23, 2024
Fire safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected November 25, 2024
October 23, 2024
Standard
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected October 24, 2024
July 31, 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 August 1, 2024
July 31, 2024
Complaint
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 August 1, 2024
April 13, 2023
Fire safety
Provide emergency officials' contact information.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0031
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 14, 2023
April 13, 2023
Fire safety
Establish emergency prep training and testing.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0036
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 14, 2023
April 13, 2023
Fire safety
Establish staff and initial training requirements.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0037
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected May 5, 2023
April 13, 2023
Fire safety
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected May 1, 2023
April 13, 2023
Fire safety
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected May 1, 2023
April 13, 2023
Fire safety
Have power receptacles that are properly grounded.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0912
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected May 10, 2023
April 13, 2023
Fire safety
Have proper fire barriers, ventilation and signs for the transfilling of oxygen.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0927
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 11, 2023
April 13, 2023
Fire safety
Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 15, 2023
April 13, 2023
Fire safety
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected May 17, 2023
April 13, 2023
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 April 14, 2023
April 13, 2023
Standard
Have enough outside ventilation via a window or mechanical ventilation, or both.
Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0923
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 14, 2023
April 13, 2023
Standard
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0921
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 20, 2023
April 13, 2023
Standard
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0908
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected April 14, 2023
April 13, 2023
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 April 14, 2023
April 13, 2023
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 14, 2023
April 13, 2023
Standard
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0806
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected May 21, 2023
April 13, 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
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected April 14, 2023
January 25, 2022
Fire safety
Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 18, 2022
January 25, 2022
Standard
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 25, 2022
January 25, 2022
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 January 25, 2022
January 25, 2022
Standard
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected February 22, 2022
January 25, 2022
Standard
Perform COVID19 testing on residents and staff.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0886
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected February 22, 2022
January 25, 2022
Standard
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 22, 2022
January 25, 2022
Standard
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0806
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 22, 2022
January 25, 2022
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 February 22, 2022
January 25, 2022
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
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected February 22, 2022
January 25, 2022
Standard
Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected January 25, 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.

NameRoleShareSince
MURDOCK, MONTE
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE03/01/2020
SENKOFF, ALEXANDER
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE09/01/2007
LEE, RUSSELL
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE09/01/2007
MURDOCK, MONTE
Individual
corporate officerNOT APPLICABLE09/01/2007
SENKOFF, ALEXANDER
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE09/01/2007

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Frequently asked questions

What is Center at Centennial, the's rating?

Center at Centennial, the 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 Center at Centennial, the receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 1 citation, compared with a Colorado average of 8.7. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Center at Centennial, the accept Medicare and Medicaid?

CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.

Who owns Center at Centennial, the?

It is for profit - corporation and part of Veritas Management Group. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Center at Centennial, the and how do I contact it?

Center at Centennial, the is at 3490 Centennial Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80907. Phone: (719) 685-8888.

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.