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Nursing Homes · Medicare certified

Bent County Healthcare Center

810 3rd St · Las Animas, CO 81054 · 56 certified beds

7194561340

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Public record

CMS Care Compare · Updated Jul 2026

Certification

  • Medicare-certified (CMS Certification Number on file)

Ratings

Not yet ratedSource: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2025Q4.GOV

Staffing rating

Not published

Quality-measure rating

Not published

Inspections on record

Not published

Cited deficiencies

Not published

4.0(CMS Care Compare)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2026-06-01.GOV

Staffing rating

5.0

Quality-measure rating

4.0

Inspections on record

2

Cited deficiencies

21

Inspection history (26)

  • May 1, 2025 · F

    Citation F0812

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-05-01 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-06-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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  • May 1, 2025 · E

    Citation F0679

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-05-01 under CMS tag F0679 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-06-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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  • May 1, 2025 · D

    Citation F0805

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-05-01 under CMS tag F0805 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-06-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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  • September 19, 2024 · F

    Citation F0925

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-09-19 under CMS tag F0925 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-10-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2024-09-19.GOV
  • August 24, 2023 · D

    Citation F0803

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-24 under CMS tag F0803 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-09-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-08-24.GOV
  • August 24, 2023 · G

    Citation F0686

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-24 under CMS tag F0686 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-09-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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  • August 24, 2023 · D

    Citation F0757

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-24 under CMS tag F0757 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-09-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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  • August 24, 2023 · E

    Citation F0565

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-24 under CMS tag F0565 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-09-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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  • August 24, 2023 · F

    Citation F0921

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-24 under CMS tag F0921 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-09-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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  • August 24, 2023 · E

    Citation F0726

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-24 under CMS tag F0726 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-09-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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  • August 24, 2023 · D

    Citation F0695

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-24 under CMS tag F0695 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-09-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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  • August 24, 2023 · D

    Citation F0745

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-24 under CMS tag F0745 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-09-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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  • August 24, 2023 · E

    Citation F0812

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-24 under CMS tag F0812 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-09-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-08-24.GOV
  • August 24, 2023 · E

    Citation F0689

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-24 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-09-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-08-24.GOV
  • August 24, 2023 · G

    Citation F0684

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-24 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-09-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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  • August 24, 2023 · D

    Citation F0758

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-24 under CMS tag F0758 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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 l…. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-09-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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  • August 24, 2023 · E

    Citation F0584

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-24 under CMS tag F0584 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-09-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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  • August 24, 2023 · D

    Citation F0644

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-24 under CMS tag F0644 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-09-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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  • August 24, 2023 · D

    Citation F0645

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-24 under CMS tag F0645 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-09-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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  • August 24, 2023 · E

    Citation F0730

    Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-08-24 under CMS tag F0730 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-09-12. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

    View original record (opens in a new tab)Source: CMS Care Compare · Updated 2023-08-24.GOV

Penalties

Total fines on file: $13,442

Staffing

Latest: 4.10 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026-06-01)

Staffing trend (2 periods)

  1. 2025Q44.10 hrs/resident/day
  2. 2026-06-014.10 hrs/resident/day

Most recent period is about the same as 2025Q4. Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.

Ownership

Government - County

  1. Parent organization: Bent County

    parent · PAC 7113915885

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Typical cost

Genworth Cost of Care Survey · 2024

This provider doesn't publish a specific price to us. Below is the typical CO range for the care type(s) it offers. Use it as context, not a quote.

Nursing Homes

Median · CO$10,187/mo
See full CO cost breakdownSource: Genworth Cost of Care Survey · Updated 2024

Nursing Homes

Median · CO$10,159/mo
See full CO cost breakdownSource: Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · Updated 2025

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