THE LODGE AT RED ROCKS

The Lodge at Red Rocks is a skilled nursing facility located at 150 Spring St in Morrison, Colorado (ZIP 80465), within Jefferson County. The facility operates 180 certified beds and is classified as a for-profit limited liability company. It is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid residents. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) assigns star ratings to nursing facilities based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. The Lodge at Red Rocks holds an overall CMS rating of 1 star, which is the lowest rating on the five-star scale. The health inspection rating is 1 star, and the staffing rating is also 1 star. These two components reflect findings from on-site inspections and the reported levels of nursing and aide staff relative to resident census. The quality measure rating, which is derived from clinical data submitted by the facility, stands at 4 stars, indicating performance above the national average in that specific category. The facility is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid as forms of payment. This dual certification means the facility is available to residents who qualify for federal health insurance through Medicare, typically covering short-term skilled nursing stays, as well as residents who qualify for Medicaid, which may cover longer-term custodial care depending on state eligibility criteria. Individuals should verify current bed availability and specific coverage details directly with the facility and their respective insurance or benefits administrators. When compared to national benchmarks, The Lodge at Red Rocks falls below average in several key areas. The national average overall CMS star rating for nursing facilities is approximately 3.0 stars. The facility's overall rating of 1 star, combined with 1-star ratings in both health inspections and staffing, places it in the lower tier of CMS-rated facilities nationwide. The 4-star quality measure rating is a notable contrast within the facility's own profile, indicating stronger performance in the clinical outcome metrics that CMS tracks, such as rates of hospitalization, use of antipsychotic medications, and residents' functional status. Prospective residents and their families are encouraged to review the full CMS Nursing Home Care Compare profile and consult with healthcare professionals when evaluating this facility alongside other options in the Morrison and Jefferson County area.