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Nursing homes in La Plata County, Colorado
La Plata County, Colorado, has 2 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 173 certified beds.
50% of them are rated 1 or 2 stars overall, a larger share than the state (37%). Inspectors recorded 57 health deficiencies over three cycles, 32.9 per 100 beds against 26.6 statewide.
No fines are listed for facilities in the county in the period covered.
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. Data processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026.
| Measure | La Plata County | Colorado | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Facilities | 2 | 210 | 14690 |
| Rated 1–2 stars overall | 50% | 37% | 41% |
| Median overall rating | 5 | 3 | 3 |
| Citations per 100 beds (3 cycles) | 32.9 | 26.6 | 26.8 |
| Median nurse hours per resident day | 3.7 | 3.5 | 3.7 |
| Fines listed | $0 | $5.0M | $457M |
Facilities
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cottonwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center | Durango | 40 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 9 | 22.5 | — | 1 Apr 2026 |
| Durango Health and Rehabilitationabuse icon | Durango | 133 | 1 | 1 | 3 | 48 | 36.1 | — | 31 Mar 2026 |
Sorted by overall rating. "Citations" are health deficiencies over three survey cycles; "per 100 beds" divides by certified beds.
Most-cited tags in the county
| Tag | Requirement | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | 5 |
| F0692 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | 3 |
| F0761 | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. | 3 |
| F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | 3 |
| F0804 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | 3 |
Ownership
| Type | Facilities |
|---|---|
| For profit | 2 |
Chains present: Centennial Healthcare (1), The Ensign Group (1).
Questions and answers
How many nursing homes are in La Plata County, Colorado?
2 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 173 certified beds.
Which nursing homes in La Plata County have the highest CMS ratings?
Cottonwood Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center (5 stars), Durango Health and Rehabilitation (1 stars)
How do La Plata County nursing homes compare with Colorado?
50% are rated 1–2 stars overall against 37% statewide; citations run at 32.9 per 100 beds against 26.6 statewide.