ROCK CANYON RESPIRATORY AND REHABILITATION CENTER

Rock Canyon Respiratory and Rehabilitation Center is a skilled nursing facility located at 2515 Pitman Pl in Pueblo, Colorado (81004). The facility operates with 151 certified beds and is classified as a for-profit limited liability company. It is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid residents. The facility holds an overall CMS star rating of 2 out of 5, which falls below the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS star ratings are based on three component domains: health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Rock Canyon received a health inspection rating of 2 out of 5, indicating performance below national norms in that category. The staffing rating is 1 out of 5, the lowest tier on the CMS scale, reflecting staffing levels that are significantly below national averages. In contrast, the quality measure rating is 5 out of 5, the highest possible score, indicating that clinical quality outcomes at this facility rank favorably compared to national benchmarks. Quality measures assessed by CMS include factors such as rates of hospitalization, use of antipsychotic medications, and residents' functional status over time. Rock Canyon Respiratory and Rehabilitation Center accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as forms of payment, making it accessible to a broad range of residents who rely on federal and state insurance programs. Prospective residents or their representatives should contact the facility directly at (719) 564-0550 to inquire about current bed availability, private pay options, and any additional accepted insurance plans. When evaluated against national averages, Rock Canyon presents a mixed performance profile. Its overall 2-star rating places it below the national average of 3.0 stars. The staffing rating of 1 star is a notable area of concern relative to national norms, as adequate staffing is closely associated with resident safety and care continuity. The health inspection rating of 2 stars also falls below average. However, the facility's quality measure rating of 5 stars represents a significant strength, suggesting that outcomes tracked through CMS clinical indicators compare favorably at the national level. Individuals researching this facility are encouraged to review the full CMS Nursing Home Care Compare profile, speak with facility administrators, and conduct in-person visits to form a comprehensive assessment.