nursing home in South Salt Lake, UT
Little Cottonwood Rehabilitation and Nursing
3094 South State Street, South Salt Lake, UT 84115 · (801) 485-9007
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★2
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Little Cottonwood Rehabilitation and Nursing at a glance
Little Cottonwood Rehabilitation and Nursing is a 37-bed government nursing home in South Salt Lake, Utah (Salt Lake 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 2.1 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 4.1 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (October 9, 2025) found 5 health citations. The Utah average is 8.8.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 26.3% per year (state average 50.7%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - City/County
- Beds
- 37
- Certified for
- Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- February 1, 1992
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Salt Lake County
- CMS Certification Number
- 46A066
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) | 2 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| 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 |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Utah avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 2.06 hrs | 4.09 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.70 hrs | 1.25 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Average |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.19 hrs | 2.36 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.70 hrs | 3.58 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 26.3% | 50.7% | 45.8% | 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) | 5 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 3 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 15 | 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 | 37 | 86 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 37 | 61 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 100% | 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) | 0% | 2.5% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 0% | 3.9% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 23.1% | 14.2% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 1.8% | 1.6% | Better |
| 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) | 3% | 11.3% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 6.7% | 15.1% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 0% | 3.4% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 19.6% | 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) | 52.2% | 25.3% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 5.7% | 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 given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 97.1% | 93.8% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 9, 2025 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected November 7, 2025 |
| October 9, 2025 Standard | 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 November 7, 2025 |
| October 9, 2025 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 7, 2025 |
| October 9, 2025 Standard | Ensure that nurse aides who have worked more than 4 months, are trained and competent; and nurse aides who have worked less than 4 months are enrolled in appropriate training. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0728 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 7, 2025 |
| October 9, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected November 7, 2025 |
| May 22, 2024 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 30, 2024 |
| September 28, 2022 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 12, 2022 |
| September 28, 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 29, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ownership data not available |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Little Cottonwood Rehabilitation and Nursing's rating?
Little Cottonwood Rehabilitation and Nursing 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 Little Cottonwood Rehabilitation and Nursing 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 Little Cottonwood Rehabilitation and Nursing accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Little Cottonwood Rehabilitation and Nursing?
It is government - city/county. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Little Cottonwood Rehabilitation and Nursing and how do I contact it?
Little Cottonwood Rehabilitation and Nursing is at 3094 South State Street, South Salt Lake, UT 84115. Phone: (801) 485-9007.
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.