SPANISH PEAKS VETERANS COMMUNITY LIVING CENTER

Spanish Peaks Veterans Community Living Center is a government-operated skilled nursing facility located at 23500 US Highway 160 in Walsenburg, Colorado, within Huerfano County. The facility operates under a hospital district ownership structure and holds 120 certified beds. It is classified as a Medicaid facility and remains actively certified. The facility holds an overall CMS star rating of 3 out of 5, which places it at the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS assigns these ratings across four categories: overall performance, health inspections, staffing, and quality measures. Spanish Peaks Veterans Community Living Center received a 2-star health inspection rating, indicating below-average results in this category relative to national benchmarks. Its staffing rating is 5 stars, the highest possible score, reflecting above-average staffing levels when compared to similar facilities nationwide. The quality measure rating is 2 stars, also below the national average, based on clinical data points related to resident outcomes and care processes. Regarding payment and insurance, Spanish Peaks Veterans Community Living Center is certified to accept Medicaid. As a government-operated facility serving veterans, prospective residents and their representatives should contact the facility directly at (719) 738-4540 to confirm current acceptance of specific payer types, including Medicare and private pay arrangements. Coverage and eligibility criteria may vary depending on individual circumstances and program availability. When considered alongside national averages, Spanish Peaks Veterans Community Living Center presents a mixed profile. Its overall 3-star rating aligns with the national average, suggesting a mid-range performance across the combined rating categories. The 5-star staffing score is a notable distinction, as staffing levels are among the stronger indicators of day-to-day care capacity within nursing facilities. However, the 2-star ratings in both health inspections and quality measures indicate areas where the facility performs below national norms. Health inspection scores reflect findings from state survey visits and complaint investigations, while quality measure scores are derived from standardized clinical data. Individuals researching this facility are encouraged to review the full CMS Nursing Home Care Compare profile and consult with appropriate medical and legal advisors when making care decisions.