nursing home in Cold Spring, KY
Coldspring Transitional Care Center
300 Plaza Drive, Cold Spring, KY 41076 · (859) 441-4600
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Coldspring Transitional Care Center at a glance
Coldspring Transitional Care Center is a 143-bed for-profit nursing home in Cold Spring, Kentucky (Campbell County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Kentucky average of 3.
Residents receive about 3.9 hours of nursing care per day (0.8 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 4 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (June 26, 2026) found 2 health citations. The Kentucky average is 2.8.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 41.1% per year (state average 46.4%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 143
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Carespring
- Medicare-certified since
- December 3, 2014
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Campbell County
- CMS Certification Number
- 185476
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Kentucky avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Kentucky avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.91 hrs | 3.95 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.78 hrs | 0.79 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.37 hrs | 2.36 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.55 hrs | 3.49 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 41.1% | 46.4% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 32% | 41.8% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Kentucky avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 2 | 3 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 14 | 40.4 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Kentucky 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 | $15,373 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Kentucky avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 143 | 95 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 135 | 82 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 94.7% | 87.1% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Kentucky avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 2.1% | 3.9% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 2% | 4.8% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 26.3% | 16.1% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.5% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 2.2% | 13.8% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 3.8% | 14% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 6.7% | 6.6% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 45% | 17.7% | 12.8% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.2% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 20.4% | 29.8% | 19.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 25.5% | 19% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.2% | 96.2% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 94.3% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Kentucky avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.9% | 1.7% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 95.8% | 83.5% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 84% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 10 health deficiencies and 2 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 26, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 22, 2026 |
| June 26, 2026 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 July 8, 2026 |
| November 24, 2025 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 September 18, 2025 |
| May 15, 2025 Fire safety | Install an approved automatic sprinkler system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0351 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 30, 2025 |
| May 15, 2025 Standard | Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0809 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected July 7, 2025 |
| May 15, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 7, 2025 |
| May 15, 2025 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 July 7, 2025 |
| May 15, 2025 Standard | Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0636 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 7, 2025 |
| January 31, 2020 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 6, 2020 |
| January 31, 2020 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 6, 2020 |
| January 31, 2020 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 6, 2020 |
| January 31, 2020 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 6, 2020 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| CARESPRING HEALTH CARE HOLDINGS LP Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 02/01/2014 |
| BARRY N BORTZ 06042009 TR Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 72% | 02/01/2014 |
| BORTZ FAMILY IRREVOCABLE T/A Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 9% | 02/01/2014 |
| EPPERS, DAVID Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 15% | 02/01/2014 |
| CHIRUMBOLO, CHRISTOPHER Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2016 |
| EPPERS, DAVID Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/12/2008 |
| CARECO LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/15/2014 |
| CARESPRING HEALTH CARE MANAGEMENT, LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/15/2014 |
| LEWANDOWSKI, ADAM Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/09/2018 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Coldspring Transitional Care Center's rating?
Coldspring Transitional Care Center has 3 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Kentucky nursing homes is 3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Coldspring Transitional Care Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 2 citations, compared with a Kentucky average of 2.8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Coldspring Transitional Care Center 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 Coldspring Transitional Care Center?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Carespring. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Coldspring Transitional Care Center and how do I contact it?
Coldspring Transitional Care Center is at 300 Plaza Drive, Cold Spring, KY 41076. Phone: (859) 441-4600.
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.