nursing home in Vernal, UT
Uintah Health Care Special Service District
510 South 500 West, Vernal, UT 84078 · (435) 781-3505
★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Uintah Health Care Special Service District at a glance
Uintah Health Care Special Service District is a 110-bed government nursing home in Vernal, Utah (Uintah County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Utah average of 3.3.
Residents receive about 6.5 hours of nursing care per day (1.9 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 4.1 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (September 25, 2025) found 5 health citations. The Utah average is 8.8.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $28,038.
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - County
- Beds
- 110
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- February 1, 1984
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Uintah County
- CMS Certification Number
- 465092
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Utah avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4.6 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Utah avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 6.49 hrs | 4.09 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.88 hrs | 1.25 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.92 hrs | 2.36 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 6.16 hrs | 3.58 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Utah avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 5 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 52.5 | 83.8 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Utah avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $28,038 | $23,954 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Utah avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 110 | 86 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 29 | 61 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 26.7% | 74.7% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Utah avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 2% | 2.5% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 1.2% | 3.9% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 47.8% | 14.2% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 8% | 1.8% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.7% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 13% | 11.3% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 4.9% | 15.1% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 4% | 3.4% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 11.2% | 16.5% | 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) | 31.7% | 25.3% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 15.6% | 21.5% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 98% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 97.4% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Utah avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0% | 0.9% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 91% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 93.8% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 8 health deficiencies and 13 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 25, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0921 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 18, 2026 |
| September 25, 2025 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 18, 2026 |
| September 25, 2025 Complaint | Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0740 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected October 9, 2025 |
| September 25, 2025 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 9, 2025 |
| September 25, 2025 Standard | Keep complete, dated laboratory records in the resident's record. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0775 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 9, 2025 |
| September 25, 2025 Standard | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 9, 2025 |
| September 25, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 9, 2025 |
| September 14, 2023 Fire safety | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 26, 2023 |
| September 14, 2023 Fire safety | Have an alternate power supply for its alarm system. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0344 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 25, 2023 |
| September 14, 2023 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 7, 2023 |
| September 14, 2023 Fire safety | Meet other general requirements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0200 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 26, 2023 |
| September 14, 2023 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 26, 2023 |
| February 9, 2022 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 April 9, 2022 |
| February 9, 2022 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 2, 2022 |
| February 9, 2022 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 9, 2022 |
| February 9, 2022 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 9, 2022 |
| February 9, 2022 Fire safety | Meet other general requirements. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0100 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 9, 2022 |
| February 9, 2022 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 9, 2022 |
| February 9, 2022 Standard | Ensure the resident's doctor reviews the resident's care, writes, signs and dates progress notes and orders, at each required visit. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0711 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 7, 2022 |
| February 9, 2022 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 7, 2022 |
| February 9, 2022 Standard | Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0676 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 7, 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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $28,038 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| September 25, 2025 | Fine | $28,038 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| HATCH, ALICEN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/08/2025 |
| RASMUSSEN, DOUGLAS Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2019 |
| WOODWARD, KIRK Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/08/2025 |
| HALL, ROBERT Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2008 |
| HATCH, ALICEN Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/23/2018 |
| JOLLEY, RICHARD Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2008 |
| LEFEVRE, WILLIS Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| LONG, EDWARD Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| RASMUSSEN, DOUGLAS Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2019 |
| RIMER, TERESA Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2023 |
| WOODWARD, KIRK Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2006 |
| HALL, ROBERT Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2008 |
| JOLLEY, RICHARD Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2008 |
| LEFEVRE, WILLIS Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| LONG, EDWARD Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2025 |
| RASMUSSEN, DOUGLAS Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2019 |
| RIMER, TERESA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2023 |
| WOODWARD, KIRK Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/01/2006 |
| HATCH, ALICEN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/23/2018 |
| UINTAH HEALTH CARE SPECIAL SERVICE DISTRICT Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/23/2018 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Uintah Health Care Special Service District's rating?
Uintah Health Care Special Service District has 3 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Utah nursing homes is 3.3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Uintah Health Care Special Service District receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 5 citations, compared with a Utah average of 8.8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Uintah Health Care Special Service District 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 Uintah Health Care Special Service District?
It is government - county. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Uintah Health Care Special Service District and how do I contact it?
Uintah Health Care Special Service District is at 510 South 500 West, Vernal, UT 84078. Phone: (435) 781-3505.
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.