LAKEWOOD POST ACUTE AND REHABILITATION

Lakewood Post Acute and Rehabilitation is a Medicare-certified skilled nursing facility located at 7395 W Eastman Pl in Lakewood, Colorado (ZIP 80227), within Jefferson County. The facility operates under for-profit limited liability company ownership and maintains 108 certified beds. CMS assigns Lakewood Post Acute and Rehabilitation an overall star rating of 3 out of 5, which aligns with the national average of 3.0 stars. This composite rating is derived from three component measures, each evaluated independently. The health inspection rating stands at 2 out of 5, falling below the national average and reflecting findings from standard state and federal inspection surveys. The staffing rating is 4 out of 5, indicating above-average staffing levels relative to national benchmarks, accounting for both nursing staff hours and case-mix adjusted figures. The quality measure rating is 5 out of 5, the highest possible score, reflecting performance on clinical outcome indicators such as rates of hospitalizations, falls, pressure ulcers, and other resident health metrics tracked by CMS. Lakewood Post Acute and Rehabilitation is certified to accept Medicare as a payment source. As a Medicare-certified facility, it is eligible to provide short-term skilled nursing and rehabilitation services covered under Medicare Part A following a qualifying hospital stay. Prospective residents and their families are advised to contact the facility directly at (303) 730-8000 to confirm current acceptance of specific insurance plans, Medicaid eligibility, and private pay arrangements, as these details can change and are not reflected in the CMS dataset used here. When examined across its individual rating components, Lakewood Post Acute and Rehabilitation presents a mixed profile relative to national benchmarks. Its overall 3-star rating places it at the national midpoint. The 2-star health inspection rating is a notable area where the facility falls below average, while the 4-star staffing rating and 5-star quality measure rating both exceed national norms. The quality measure rating in particular represents the top tier of CMS performance scoring in that category. Individuals researching this facility should consider these component ratings individually, as they reflect distinct aspects of facility operations and resident care outcomes. CMS updates these ratings periodically, so consulting the most recent CMS Care Compare data is recommended for the most current assessment.