nursing home in Payson, UT
Mervyn Sharp Bennion Central Utah Veterans Home
1551 North Main Street, Payson, UT 84651 · (801) 465-5400
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★5
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Mervyn Sharp Bennion Central Utah Veterans Home at a glance
Mervyn Sharp Bennion Central Utah Veterans Home is a 108-bed government nursing home in Payson, Utah (Utah County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Utah average of 3.3.
Residents receive about 5.7 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 (April 13, 2026) found 1 health citation. The Utah average is 8.8.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 33.7% per year (state average 50.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - State
- Beds
- 108
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Avalon Health Care
- Medicare-certified since
- October 21, 2013
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Utah County
- CMS Certification Number
- 465181
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Utah avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.6 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.4 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 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) | 5.69 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) | 3.39 hrs | 2.36 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 5.19 hrs | 3.58 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 33.7% | 50.7% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 22.9% | 40.6% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Utah avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 1 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 11 | 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) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $23,954 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Utah avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 108 | 86 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 104 | 61 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 96.1% | 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) | 6.5% | 2.5% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 1.8% | 3.9% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 2.1% | 14.2% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 3.1% | 1.8% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 8.8% | 11.3% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 10.3% | 15.1% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3% | 3.4% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 20.9% | 16.5% | 12.8% | Worse |
| 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) | 15.4% | 25.3% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 19.3% | 21.5% | 19% | Average |
| 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) | 99.7% | 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) | 96.3% | 93.8% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 13 health deficiencies and 4 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 13, 2026 Standard | Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0770 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 28, 2026 |
| March 28, 2024 Fire safety | Meet other general requirements. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0100 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 26, 2024 |
| March 28, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 26, 2024 |
| March 28, 2024 Fire safety | Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0511 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 26, 2024 |
| March 28, 2024 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 19, 2024 |
| March 28, 2024 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 19, 2024 |
| March 28, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 19, 2024 |
| March 28, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 19, 2024 |
| March 28, 2024 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 19, 2024 |
| April 7, 2022 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 2, 2022 |
| April 7, 2022 Standard | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected May 2, 2022 |
| April 7, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 2, 2022 |
| April 7, 2022 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 2, 2022 |
| April 7, 2022 Standard | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 2, 2022 |
| April 7, 2022 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 May 2, 2022 |
| April 7, 2022 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 May 2, 2022 |
| April 7, 2022 Standard | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 2, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| AVALON VA MANAGEMENT LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 02/17/2015 |
| AVALON VETERANS SERVICES, L.L.C. Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 100% | 12/18/2018 |
| AVALON HEALTH CARE INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/21/2026 |
| AVALON HEALTH CARE MANAGEMENT INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/02/2025 |
| BOTT, WESLEY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2016 |
| BRANNIN, LORI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2026 |
| HARRIS, BRADFORD Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/16/2026 |
| HASH, ALAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2017 |
| KIRTON, HYRUM Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/29/2022 |
| NEWBY, JOSHUA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/21/2022 |
| SMITH, NICOLE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2023 |
| STATE OF UTAH Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/20/2012 |
| DANGERFIELD, DAVID Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/05/2007 |
| KIRTON, BYRON Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/27/2024 |
| KIRTON, HYRUM Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/27/2024 |
| KIRTON, SPENCER Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/27/2024 |
| WOLTIL, ROBERT Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/23/2012 |
| HARRIS, BRADFORD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/16/2026 |
| HASH, ALAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2017 |
| KIRTON, HYRUM Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/29/2022 |
| SMITH, NICOLE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2023 |
| DANGERFIELD, DAVID Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/05/2007 |
| DERRICK, MICHAEL Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/13/2026 |
| KIRTON, BYRON Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/27/2024 |
| KIRTON, HYRUM Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/27/2024 |
| KIRTON, SPENCER Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/27/2024 |
| WOLTIL, ROBERT Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/23/2012 |
| AVALON HEALTH CARE INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/20/2012 |
| AVALON HEALTH CARE MANAGEMENT INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/03/2010 |
| BOTT, WESLEY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2016 |
| BRANNIN, LORI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2026 |
| HARRIS, BRADFORD Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/16/2026 |
| HASH, ALAN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/15/2017 |
| KIRTON, HYRUM Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/29/2022 |
| NEWBY, JOSHUA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/21/2022 |
| SMITH, NICOLE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2023 |
| STATE OF UTAH Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/20/2012 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Mervyn Sharp Bennion Central Utah Veterans Home's rating?
Mervyn Sharp Bennion Central Utah Veterans Home has 5 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 Mervyn Sharp Bennion Central Utah Veterans Home receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 1 citation, compared with a Utah average of 8.8. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Mervyn Sharp Bennion Central Utah Veterans Home 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 Mervyn Sharp Bennion Central Utah Veterans Home?
It is government - state and part of Avalon Health Care. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Mervyn Sharp Bennion Central Utah Veterans Home and how do I contact it?
Mervyn Sharp Bennion Central Utah Veterans Home is at 1551 North Main Street, Payson, UT 84651. Phone: (801) 465-5400.
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.