BENT COUNTY HEALTHCARE CENTER

Bent County Healthcare Center is a government-owned, county-operated skilled nursing facility located at 810 3rd St in Las Animas, Colorado 81054. The facility holds 56 certified beds and is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid residents. As a county government facility, it operates under public oversight rather than private or for-profit management. The facility holds an overall CMS star rating of 4 out of 5, which places it above the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS ratings are based on three primary components: health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Bent County Healthcare Center received a health inspection rating of 3 stars, indicating performance at the national average in that category. Its staffing rating is 5 stars, the highest possible rating, reflecting staffing levels that exceed national benchmarks. The quality measure rating is 4 stars, indicating above-average performance on clinical outcome indicators tracked by CMS. These three component ratings collectively contribute to the overall 4-star designation. Bent County Healthcare Center is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid, meaning it is able to serve residents who rely on either federal program for coverage of skilled nursing care. Medicare typically covers short-term skilled nursing stays following a qualifying hospital admission, while Medicaid may cover longer-term custodial care for residents who meet financial eligibility requirements. Prospective residents and their families are advised to confirm current coverage details and availability directly with the facility by contacting (719) 456-1340. When compared to national averages, Bent County Healthcare Center performs above average overall. Its overall 4-star rating exceeds the national average of 3.0 stars. The 5-star staffing rating is a notable distinction, as staffing levels are among the most closely watched indicators of care capacity in skilled nursing settings. The health inspection rating of 3 stars is consistent with the national average, while the 4-star quality measure rating indicates above-average clinical performance. Located in Bent County in southeastern Colorado, this facility serves a rural community and represents one of the government-operated care options available in that region.