nursing home in Durango, CO
Cottonwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
450 Prospector Ave, Durango, CO 81301 · (970) 516-1404
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Cottonwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center at a glance
Cottonwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is a 40-bed for-profit nursing home in Durango, Colorado (La Plata 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 3.7 hours of nursing care per day (1.4 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (November 21, 2024) found 3 health citations. The Colorado average is 8.7.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 42.1% per year (state average 47.1%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Partnership
- Beds
- 40
- Certified for
- Medicare
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Centennial Healthcare
- Medicare-certified since
- March 25, 2014
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- La Plata County
- CMS Certification Number
- 065411
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) | 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 |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 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) | 3.67 hrs | 3.72 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.42 hrs | 0.82 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.12 hrs | 2.21 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.31 hrs | 3.29 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 42.1% | 47.1% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 30.8% | 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) | 3 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 32 | 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 | 40 | 94 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 37 | 75 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 93% | 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) | 4.3% | 3.4% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 0% | 3.4% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 13.4% | 20% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 1.4% | 1.6% | Better |
| 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) | 4.5% | 13.4% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 6.4% | 13.3% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 2.3% | 4.7% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 9.1% | 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) | 33.7% | 11.5% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 18.2% | 21.2% | 19% | Average |
| 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) | 100% | 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) | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97.1% | 75.6% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.3% | 76.4% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 9 health deficiencies and 11 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 3 citations involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 1, 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 | Corrected April 30, 2026 |
| November 21, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0914 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 24, 2024 |
| November 21, 2024 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 December 30, 2024 |
| November 21, 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 January 16, 2025 |
| November 21, 2024 Fire safety | Provide a written emergency evacuation plan. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0711 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 16, 2025 |
| November 21, 2024 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 January 16, 2025 |
| November 21, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 31, 2024 |
| November 21, 2024 Fire safety | Install noncombustible or limited-combustible interior walls. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0163 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 11, 2024 |
| November 21, 2024 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 20, 2024 |
| November 21, 2024 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 December 20, 2024 |
| July 12, 2023 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 14, 2023 |
| July 12, 2023 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 9, 2023 |
| July 12, 2023 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected August 10, 2023 |
| July 12, 2023 Standard | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected August 10, 2023 |
| July 12, 2023 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 August 10, 2023 |
| July 12, 2023 Standard | Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0660 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 10, 2023 |
| April 7, 2022 Fire safety | Ensure precautions for handling oxygen cylinders and equipment are correctly followed. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0929 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 19, 2022 |
| April 7, 2022 Fire safety | Install proper backup exit lighting. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0281 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 19, 2022 |
| April 7, 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 April 8, 2022 |
| April 7, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 8, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| CENTENNIAL MN TR I Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 18% | 09/01/2022 |
| CAPITAL FINANCE LLC Organization | 5% or greater security interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2022 |
| BRADLEY, CHRISTINE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/27/2025 |
| CENTENNIAL MS TRUST I Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2022 |
| CENTENNIAL YF TRUST I Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2022 |
| GOTTLIEB, REFOEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2022 |
| TURPEN, MARK Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/27/2025 |
| CENTENNIAL MS TRUST I Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2022 |
| GOTTLIEB, REFOEL Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2022 |
| BRADLEY, CHRISTINE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/12/2022 |
| CAPITAL FINANCE LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2022 |
| GOTTLIEB, REFOEL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2022 |
| GOTTS CONSULTING COLORADO LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2022 |
| TURPEN, MARK Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/01/2024 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Cottonwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center's rating?
Cottonwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center 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 Cottonwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 3 citations, compared with a Colorado average of 8.7. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Cottonwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center 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 Cottonwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center?
It is for profit - partnership and part of Centennial Healthcare. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Cottonwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center and how do I contact it?
Cottonwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center is at 450 Prospector Ave, Durango, CO 81301. Phone: (970) 516-1404.
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.