Amberwood Post Acute
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Nursing Homes · Medicare certified
3185 W Arkansas Ave · Denver, CO 80219 · 85 certified beds
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In Denver, Colorado, Westwood Post Acute is listed as a nursing home. Its reported capacity is 85 beds. It is recorded as a for-profit operator, part of Pacs Group. Federal records list it as Medicare certified. Our copy of the inspection record holds 50 citations, the newest dated 25 April 2025. Federal enforcement records add 5 fine or payment denial actions. Staffing reports put it at 3.24 nurse hours per resident per day. Every fact above comes from the public records listed in the sources section on this page. The newest source file we hold for this listing is dated August 2026.
CMS Care Compare · Source data August 2026
CMS designation
Special Focus Facility candidate (CMS)
CMS lists this nursing home on the monthly Special Focus Facility candidate list. Candidate status means the facility qualifies for possible selection into the Special Focus Facility program based on CMS criteria. It is a public CMS designation, not an ElderCareCosts rating. CMS Special Focus Facility program.
Source: CMS Provider Information.GOVStaffing rating
3.0Quality-measure rating
5.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
43
Staffing rating
3.0Quality-measure rating
5.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
43
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3.0Quality-measure rating
5.0Inspections on record
2
Cited deficiencies
43
Records from February 2020 to April 2025.
April 25, 2025 · F
Citation F0867Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2025-04-25 under CMS tag F0867 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2025-05-15. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 7, 2024 · E
Citation F0726Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-07 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 2024-04-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 7, 2024 · E
Citation F0550Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-07 under CMS tag F0550 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, 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 2024-04-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 7, 2024 · G
Citation F0677Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-07 under CMS tag F0677 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 7, 2024 · D
Citation F0691Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-07 under CMS tag F0691 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate colostomy, urostomy, or ileostomy care/services for a resident who requires such services. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 7, 2024 · D
Citation F0803Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-07 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 2024-04-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 7, 2024 · D
Citation F0806Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-07 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 2024-04-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 7, 2024 · E
Citation F0689Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-07 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 2024-04-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 7, 2024 · E
Citation F0804Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-07 under CMS tag F0804 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 7, 2024 · F
Citation F0867Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-07 under CMS tag F0867 (CMS scope/severity F: widespread, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 7, 2024 · J
Citation F0760Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-07 under CMS tag F0760 (CMS scope/severity J: isolated, immediate jeopardy) for Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 7, 2024 · D
Citation F0585Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-07 under CMS tag F0585 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 7, 2024 · G
Citation F0692Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-07 under CMS tag F0692 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual harm) for Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-05. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 7, 2024 · E
Citation F0565Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-07 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 2024-04-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 7, 2024 · D
Citation F0584Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-07 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 2024-04-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 7, 2024 · D
Citation F0684Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-07 under CMS tag F0684 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2024-04-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 7, 2024 · D
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-07 under CMS tag F0880 (CMS scope/severity D: isolated, 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 2024-04-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
March 7, 2024 · G
Citation F0690Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2024-03-07 under CMS tag F0690 (CMS scope/severity G: isolated, actual 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 2024-04-30. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
September 28, 2023 · E
Citation F0552Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-09-28 under CMS tag F0552 (CMS scope/severity E: pattern, no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm) for Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. The deficiency was recorded as corrected on 2023-10-21. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
September 28, 2023 · E
Citation F0880Federal surveyors cited this nursing home on 2023-09-28 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 2023-10-21. Source: CMS Care Compare Health Deficiencies (as of 2026-06-01).
Total fines on file: $65,470
April 25, 2025 · Payment Denial
Citation PAYDEN-2025-05-21CMS recorded a Medicare/Medicaid payment denial for new admissions starting 2025-05-21, lasting 12 days (triggered by inspection on 2025-04-25). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
April 25, 2025 · Fine
Citation FINE-115946CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $23,959 against this nursing home on 2025-04-25 (Fine ID: 115946). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
March 7, 2024 · Fine
Citation FINE-115816CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $29,177 against this nursing home on 2024-03-07 (Fine ID: 115816). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
March 7, 2024 · Payment Denial
Citation PAYDEN-2024-04-05CMS recorded a Medicare/Medicaid payment denial for new admissions starting 2024-04-05, lasting 25 days (triggered by inspection on 2024-03-07). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
September 28, 2023 · Fine
Citation FINE-115763CMS recorded a civil money penalty of $12,334 against this nursing home on 2023-09-28 (Fine ID: 115763). Source: CMS Care Compare Penalties (as of 2026-07-01).
Latest: 3.24 nurse staffing hours per resident per day (2026Q1)
Staffing trend (5 periods)
Most recent period is lower than 2025Q4 (-0.12 hrs/resident/day). Figures are CMS-reported nurse staffing hours, not our estimate.
For profit
CMS Care Compare chain: Pacs Group
Chain ID 690 · 274 facilities in chain (CMS)
Chain averages are CMS-published figures for facilities sharing this Chain ID (formerly Affiliated Entity). They are not ElderCareCosts scores.
Parent organization: Pacs Holdings, LLC
parent · PAC 6103289202
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Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
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Sep 1, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Corporation".
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Aug 6, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
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Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit - Corporation".
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Jul 24, 2026Ownership changed
The source now records ownership as "For profit".
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Genworth CareScout Cost of Care Survey · 2025
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Median · CO$10,159/moColorado publishes what its Medicaid program pays a nursing facility per resident per day. It is not a private-pay price and it is not what a family is billed. It is useful because it shows what the state considers the cost of a day of nursing-home care.
Statewide average daily rate
$288.78per day
That works out to about $8,779 a month at 30.4 days. The monthly figure is our arithmetic, not a number the state published.
Statewide average published by the state. Period: SFY2025-26.
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