WASHINGTON COUNTY NURSING HOME

Washington County Nursing Home is a long-term care facility located at 599 W Greenhouse Dr in Akron, Colorado, 80720. The facility operates under government ownership at the county level and maintains 40 certified beds. It is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid, serving residents who require skilled nursing and long-term care services in Washington County. The facility holds an overall CMS star rating of 5 out of 5, which places it above the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS star ratings are calculated using data from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Washington County Nursing Home received a 4-star health inspection rating, a 5-star staffing rating, and a 3-star quality measure rating. The staffing rating reflects the levels of registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and certified nursing assistants relative to the number of residents. The quality measure rating is derived from clinical data reported by the facility on resident outcomes and care processes. As a Medicare and Medicaid certified facility, Washington County Nursing Home accepts residents covered by both federal programs. Medicare typically covers short-term skilled nursing care following a qualifying hospital stay, subject to specific eligibility requirements and coverage limits. Medicaid may cover longer-term care for residents who meet financial and medical eligibility criteria as determined by the state of Colorado. Individuals and families seeking placement are advised to contact the facility directly at (970) 345-2211 to confirm current bed availability and accepted payment arrangements. When compared to the national average overall CMS rating of 3.0 stars, Washington County Nursing Home performs above average at the overall level. The 5-star staffing rating is notably higher than what many facilities report nationally, while the 4-star health inspection rating also exceeds the national midpoint. The 3-star quality measure rating falls at or near the national average, indicating performance in line with a broad range of facilities across the country. As a county-operated facility with 40 certified beds, it serves a relatively small resident population within a rural area of northeastern Colorado.