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Basic Information
1625 CARR ST
LAKEWOOD, CO 80214
140
63% (~52 available)
LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA
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Additional Information
Not available
Medicare and Medicaid
Staffing Metrics
Detailed staffing data not available for this facility.
Detailed Quality Measures
No quality measures data available for this facility.
Health Inspections & Deficiencies
No health deficiencies cited in recent inspections
This facility has maintained compliance with CMS health and safety standards in recent surveys.
Penalties & Enforcement
No penalties or payment denials in the past 3 years
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What is the quality rating for WESTERN HILLS HEALTH CARE CENTER?
WESTERN HILLS HEALTH CARE CENTER has an overall CMS rating of 5 out of 5 stars. This rating is based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures reported by Medicare.
How many beds does this facility have?
WESTERN HILLS HEALTH CARE CENTER has 140 certified beds. The facility averages 88 residents per day, with an occupancy rate of approximately 63%.
What type of ownership does this facility have?
This facility is for profit - corporation owned. It is part of the LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA network.
How can I contact WESTERN HILLS HEALTH CARE CENTER?
You can call WESTERN HILLS HEALTH CARE CENTER at (303)232-6881. The facility is located at 1625 CARR ST, LAKEWOOD, CO 80214.
What should I look for when choosing a nursing home?
When selecting a nursing home, consider: CMS star ratings (overall, health inspection, staffing, and quality measures), nurse staffing levels, staff turnover rates, recent health inspection results, complaint history, proximity to family, and available services. We recommend visiting facilities in person, talking to current residents and staff, and checking multiple sources of information before making your decision. Use our comprehensive tour checklist when visiting facilities.
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