| Thornton Care Center | |
| 501 Thornton Pkwy, Thornton, Colorado 80229 | |
| (303) 452-6101 | |
| Name | Thornton Care Center |
|---|---|
| Location | 501 Thornton Pkwy, Thornton, Colorado |
| Certified By | Medicare and Medicaid |
| No. of Certified Beds | 101 |
| Occupancy Rate | 80.5% |
| Medicare ID (CCN) | 065193 |
| Legal Business Name | Thornton Care Center LLC |
| Ownership Type | For Profit - Limited Liability Company |
| Chain | Long Peak Operating Company (8 nursing homes) |
| Chain Average Overall Rating | 2.8 out of 5 |
| NPI Number | 1326870650 |
| Match | Confirmed listed in Medicare enrollment records |
| Organization Name | Thornton Care Center LLC |
| Doing Business As | Thornton Care Center |
| Address | 501 Thornton Pkwy, Thornton, CO 80229 |
| Phone Number | 303-452-6101 |
| NPI Number | 1184507220 |
| Match | Possible same name, address or phone number |
| Organization Name | Thornton Care Center LLC |
| Doing Business As | Thornton Care Center |
| Address | 501 Thornton Pkwy, Thornton, CO 80229 |
| Phone Number | 303-452-6101 |
| NPI Number | 1790805653 |
| Match | Possible same name, address or phone number |
| Organization Name | Ssc Thornton Operating Company LLC |
| Doing Business As | Alpine Living Center |
| Address | 501 Thornton Pkwy, Thornton, CO 80229 |
| Phone Number | 303-452-6101 |
| NPI Number | 1902472061 |
| Match | Possible same name, address or phone number |
| Organization Name | Ardent Health and Rehabilation Center LLC |
| Doing Business As | Ardent Health and Rehabilitation Center |
| Address | 501 Thornton Pkwy, Thornton, CO 80229 |
| Phone Number | 303-452-6101 |
| Ratings from Surveys (Inspections): | |
| Ratings from Quality Measures: | |
| Ratings from Staffing Data: | |
| Overall Rating: |
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| Staffing Measure | Provider | National Avg. |
|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 2.99 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.67 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 0.68 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 1.64 | 2.32 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 2.51 | 3.42 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.46 | 0.48 |
| Physical therapist hours per resident per day | 0.06 | 0.07 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 50.7% | 45.8% |
| Registered nurse turnover | 53.3% | 42.9% |
| Number of administrators who have left the nursing home | 0 | 0.5 |
| Cited for abuse, neglect or exploitation of residents (Care Compare abuse icon) | No |
| Number of Fines | 3 |
| Total Amount of Fines in Dollars | $21,483 |
| Number of Payment Denials | 0 |
| Total Number of Penalties | 3 |
| Date | Deficiency | Harm Level | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2, 2025 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. F0689, Quality of Life and Care, Complaint inspection | Actual harm, isolated | Corrected by Sep 3, 2025 |
| Sep 2, 2025 | 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. F0585, Resident Rights, Complaint inspection | Potential for harm, pattern | Corrected by Sep 3, 2025 |
| Sep 2, 2025 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. F0842, Resident Assessment and Care Planning, Complaint inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Sep 3, 2025 |
| Apr 1, 2025 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. F0600, Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation, Complaint inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Apr 16, 2025 |
| Dec 19, 2024 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. F0812, Nutrition and Dietary, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, widespread | Corrected by Jan 13, 2025 |
| Dec 19, 2024 | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. F0867, Administration, Standard inspection, Complaint inspection | Potential for harm, widespread | Corrected by Jan 13, 2025 |
| Dec 19, 2024 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. F0880, Infection Control, Standard inspection, Complaint inspection | Potential for harm, widespread | Corrected by Jan 13, 2025 |
| Dec 19, 2024 | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. F0561, Resident Rights, Standard inspection, Complaint inspection | Potential for harm, pattern | Corrected by Jan 13, 2025 |
| Dec 19, 2024 | Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs. F0567, Resident Rights, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, pattern | Corrected by Jan 13, 2025 |
| Dec 19, 2024 | 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. F0584, Resident Rights, Standard inspection, Complaint inspection | Potential for harm, pattern | Corrected by Jan 13, 2025 |
| Dec 19, 2024 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. F0689, Quality of Life and Care, Standard inspection, Complaint inspection | Potential for harm, pattern | Corrected by Jan 13, 2025 |
| Dec 19, 2024 | 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. F0761, Pharmacy Service, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, pattern | Corrected by Jan 13, 2025 |
| Dec 19, 2024 | Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs. F0800, Nutrition and Dietary, Standard inspection, Complaint inspection | Potential for harm, pattern | Corrected by Jan 13, 2025 |
| Dec 19, 2024 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. F0804, Nutrition and Dietary, Standard inspection, Complaint inspection | Potential for harm, pattern | Corrected by Jan 13, 2025 |
| Dec 19, 2024 | 1) Protect residents from being forced to work at the nursing home, or 2) let residents work if they want to. F0566, Resident Rights, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jan 13, 2025 |
| Dec 19, 2024 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. F0610, Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation, Standard inspection, Complaint inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jan 13, 2025 |
| Dec 19, 2024 | Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged. F0622, Resident Rights, Standard inspection, Complaint inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jan 13, 2025 |
| Dec 19, 2024 | Permit a resident to return to the nursing home after hospitalization or therapeutic leave that exceeds bed-hold policy. F0626, Resident Rights, Standard inspection, Complaint inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jan 13, 2025 |
| Dec 19, 2024 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. F0677, Quality of Life and Care, Standard inspection, Complaint inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jan 13, 2025 |
| Dec 19, 2024 | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. F0679, Quality of Life and Care, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jan 13, 2025 |
| Dec 19, 2024 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. F0684, Quality of Life and Care, Standard inspection, Complaint inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jan 13, 2025 |
| Dec 19, 2024 | Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. F0685, Quality of Life and Care, Standard inspection, Complaint inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jan 13, 2025 |
| Dec 19, 2024 | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. F0698, Quality of Life and Care, Standard inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jan 13, 2025 |
| Dec 19, 2024 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. F0760, Pharmacy Service, Standard inspection, Complaint inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jan 13, 2025 |
| Dec 19, 2024 | Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services. F0849, Administration, Standard inspection, Complaint inspection | Potential for harm, isolated | Corrected by Jan 13, 2025 |
| Aug 7, 2024 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. F0658, Resident Assessment and Care Planning, Complaint inspection | Potential for harm, pattern | Corrected by Aug 30, 2024 |
| Jun 20, 2024 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. F0686, Quality of Life and Care, Complaint inspection | Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected by Jun 21, 2024 |
| Jun 20, 2024 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. F0600, Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation, Complaint inspection | Actual harm, isolated | Corrected by Jun 21, 2024 |
| Jun 20, 2024 | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. F0867, Administration, Complaint inspection | Potential for harm, pattern | Corrected by Jun 21, 2024 |
| Oct 26, 2023 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. F0600, Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation, Standard inspection | Actual harm, isolated | Corrected by Oct 27, 2023 |
| Quality Measure | Provider | National Avg. |
|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 3.69 | 13.87 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 6 | 5.19 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 0 | 0.82 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 0.76 | 1.59 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 11.89 | 12.8 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0 | 0.13 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 1.11 | 3.23 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 91.85 | 93.55 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 77.84 | 82.04 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 1.1 | 1.56 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 3.85 | 14.07 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 15.18 | 19.52 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 91.18 | 95.46 |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 54.29 | 79.75 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 2.36 | 4.62 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 12.97 | 19.01 |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 16.37 | 15.38 |