Kit Carson Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Inspection history (71)

• August 14, 2025 · D

  Citation F0604

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-14 under CMS tag F0604 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• August 14, 2025 · E

  Citation F0803

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-14 under CMS tag F0803 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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 2025-09-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• August 14, 2025 · D

  Citation F0810

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-14 under CMS tag F0810 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• August 14, 2025 · D

  Citation F0656

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-14 under CMS tag F0656 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• August 14, 2025 · D

  Citation F0755

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-14 under CMS tag F0755 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• August 14, 2025 · E

  Citation F0887

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-14 under CMS tag F0887 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• August 14, 2025 · E

  Citation F0605

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-14 under CMS tag F0605 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• August 14, 2025 · D

  Citation F0550

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-14 under CMS tag F0550 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• August 14, 2025 · D

  Citation F0578

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-14 under CMS tag F0578 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• August 14, 2025 · D

  Citation F0658

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-14 under CMS tag F0658 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• August 14, 2025 · F

  Citation F0919

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-14 under CMS tag F0919 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• August 14, 2025 · D

  Citation F0883

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-14 under CMS tag F0883 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• August 14, 2025 · E

  Citation F0689

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-14 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 2025-09-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• August 14, 2025 · F

  Citation F0812

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-14 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 2025-09-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• August 14, 2025 · F

  Citation F0880

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-14 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• August 14, 2025 · D

  Citation F0692

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-14 under CMS tag F0692 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• August 14, 2025 · E

  Citation F0761

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-14 under CMS tag F0761 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for 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. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• August 14, 2025 · E

  Citation F0757

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-14 under CMS tag F0757 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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 2025-09-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• August 14, 2025 · D

  Citation F0806

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-08-14 under CMS tag F0806 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-09-13. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• June 10, 2025 · E

  Citation F0689

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-06-10 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 2025-06-10. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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Penalties

Total fines on file: $38,675

Staffing

Latest: 4.14 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026-06-01)

Ownership

For profit - Corporation