Kit Carson Nursing & Rehabilitation Center

Inspection history (71)

• March 28, 2025 · G

  Citation F0689

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-03-28 under CMS tag F0689 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual 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 2025-04-28. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• September 12, 2024 · E

  Citation F0757

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-09-12 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 2024-10-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• September 12, 2024 · D

  Citation F0868

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-09-12 under CMS tag F0868 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Have the Quality Assessment and Assurance group have the required members and meet at least quarterly. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-10-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• September 12, 2024 · D

  Citation F0695

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-09-12 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 2024-10-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• September 12, 2024 · E

  Citation F0758

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-09-12 under CMS tag F0758 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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 2024-10-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• September 12, 2024 · F

  Citation F0801

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-09-12 under CMS tag F0801 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-10-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• September 12, 2024 · G

  Citation F0600

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-09-12 under CMS tag F0600 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-10-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• September 12, 2024 · E

  Citation F0658

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-09-12 under CMS tag F0658 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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 2024-10-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• September 12, 2024 · D

  Citation F0759

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-09-12 under CMS tag F0759 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-10-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• September 12, 2024 · D

  Citation F0656

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-09-12 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 2024-10-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• September 12, 2024 · D

  Citation F0685

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-09-12 under CMS tag F0685 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-10-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• September 12, 2024 · E

  Citation F0803

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-09-12 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 2024-10-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• September 12, 2024 · E

  Citation F0880

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-09-12 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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 2024-10-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• September 12, 2024 · F

  Citation F0812

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-09-12 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 2024-10-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• September 12, 2024 · E

  Citation F0553

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-09-12 under CMS tag F0553 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-10-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• September 12, 2024 · E

  Citation F0802

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-09-12 under CMS tag F0802 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-10-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• September 12, 2024 · D

  Citation F0584

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-09-12 under CMS tag F0584 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, 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 2024-10-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• September 12, 2024 · D

  Citation F0690

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-09-12 under CMS tag F0690 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-10-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• September 12, 2024 · E

  Citation F0578

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-09-12 under CMS tag F0578 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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 2024-10-11. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).

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• September 12, 2024 · E

  Citation F0755

  Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-09-12 under CMS tag F0755 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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 2024-10-11. 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