SKYLAKE POST ACUTE

Skylake Post Acute is a skilled nursing facility located at 12080 Bellaire Way in Thornton, Colorado, within Adams County. The facility operates under for-profit ownership as a limited liability company and holds certification for both Medicare and Medicaid. It maintains a licensed capacity of 242 certified beds, making it a large facility relative to the national average. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) assigns star ratings across four categories for all certified nursing facilities. Skylake Post Acute holds an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars, which falls below the national average of 3.0 stars. The health inspection rating stands at 2 out of 5 stars, reflecting the outcomes of standard state inspections conducted on behalf of CMS. This rating accounts for the frequency, scope, and severity of deficiencies cited during those inspections. In contrast, the staffing rating is 4 out of 5 stars, indicating that the facility reports staffing levels above what is typical among comparable facilities nationally. The quality measure rating is also 4 out of 5 stars, which reflects performance on a set of clinical indicators related to resident health outcomes, such as rates of hospitalizations, pressure ulcers, and functional decline. Skylake Post Acute is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid as payment sources. Medicare typically covers short-term skilled nursing care following a qualifying hospital stay, subject to specific eligibility requirements and time limitations. Medicaid coverage for long-term care is available to residents who meet Colorado state financial and medical eligibility criteria. Individuals and families considering this facility are encouraged to contact the facility directly or consult with a benefits counselor to clarify current coverage options and private-pay rates. When viewed in aggregate, the facility presents a mixed profile relative to national benchmarks. The overall 2-star rating and the 2-star health inspection rating both fall below the national average of 3.0 stars. However, the staffing and quality measure ratings each reach 4 stars, suggesting that day-to-day clinical performance and staffing levels compare favorably with facilities across the country. This combination of ratings may be relevant to those evaluating the facility for short-term rehabilitation or long-term placement. CMS updates these ratings periodically, and the most current data is maintained through the Medicare Care Compare database.