Walsh Healthcare Center
150 N Nevada St · Walsh, CO · 81090 · 7193245262
30 certified beds Government - Hospital district
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 3 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 2 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.58 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.63 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.72 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | — | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (17 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E October 16, 2025
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Corrected November 15, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D October 16, 2025
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected November 15, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D October 16, 2025
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.
Corrected November 15, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F October 16, 2025
Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
Corrected November 14, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D October 16, 2025
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected November 15, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F October 16, 2025
Have enough outside ventilation via a window or mechanical ventilation, or both.
Corrected November 12, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · E January 24, 2024
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
Corrected March 8, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D January 24, 2024
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.
Corrected March 8, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E January 24, 2024
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected March 8, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F January 24, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected March 8, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E September 29, 2022
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected October 29, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 29, 2022
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected October 29, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 29, 2022
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Corrected October 29, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 29, 2022
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected October 29, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E September 29, 2022
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.
Corrected October 29, 2022 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E September 29, 2022
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected October 29, 2022 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E September 29, 2022
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected October 29, 2022 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 06A175 · certified since July 1, 1991. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.