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Amberwood Post Acute
4686 E Asbury Cir, Denver, CO 80222
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. CMS processed this record on 1 Aug 2026. View the Care Compare record.
Amberwood Post Acute is a For-profit, corporation nursing home in Denver, Colorado, certified for 88 beds and caring for about 83 residents a day.
CMS gives it 2 of 5 stars overall, below the Colorado median of 3; the health inspection rating is 2, staffing 2 and quality measures 4.
Inspectors recorded 39 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (20, 12, 7 by cycle, most recent first), 1 of them at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. That is 44.3 per 100 beds, more than the state median of 25.0.
CMS lists 1 penalty in the period covered: fines totalling $10K.
Reported nurse staffing is 2.9 hours per resident per day (0.5 RN), close to the Colorado median of 3.5; nursing staff turnover is 44.1%.
Compared with county, state and nation
| Measure | This facility | Denver Co. median | Colorado median | US average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating | 2 | 3 | 3 | 3.0 |
| Health citations, 3 cycles | 39 | 28 | 22 | 28.7 |
| Citations per 100 beds | 44.3 | 27.4 | 25.0 | 26.8 |
| Total nurse hours per resident day | 2.9 | 3.3 | 3.5 | 3.9 |
| RN hours per resident day | 0.5 | 0.7 | 0.7 | 0.7 |
| Nursing staff turnover | 44.1% | 39.5% | 46.7% | 45.8% |
| Fines listed | $9,636 | $9,249 | $10,033 | — |
County and state figures are medians across facilities (23 in the county, 210 in the state); the US column is the CMS national average where CMS publishes one.
Citations by survey cycle
Dark bar: this facility. Grey bar: Colorado average per facility for the same cycle, as published by CMS. Standard health survey dates: 15 Oct 2024, 18 May 2023.
Severity mix: G ×1 D ×27 E ×9 F ×2
Health deficiencies
Every health citation in the current CMS record (three survey cycles), most recent first. Tag text is the CMS requirement summary, not the inspection narrative.
Scope and severity letters (A–L)
| Survey date | Tag | What the tag requires | Severity | Type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Apr 2026 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E | Complaint investigation | 15 May 2026 |
| 23 Apr 2026 | F0552 | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. | D | Complaint investigation | 15 May 2026 |
| 23 Apr 2026 | F0610 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | D | Complaint investigation | 15 May 2026 |
| 8 Dec 2025 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D | Complaint investigation | 11 Dec 2025 |
| 15 Oct 2024 | F0569 | Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death. | E | Standard survey | 15 Nov 2024 |
| 15 Oct 2024 | F0688 | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. | E | Standard survey | 15 Nov 2024 |
| 15 Oct 2024 | F0759 | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. | E | Standard survey | 15 Nov 2024 |
| 15 Oct 2024 | 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. | E | Standard survey | 15 Nov 2024 |
| 15 Oct 2024 | F0791 | Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. | E | Standard survey | 15 Nov 2024 |
| 15 Oct 2024 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E | Standard survey | 15 Nov 2024 |
| 15 Oct 2024 | F0622 | Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged. | D | Standard survey | 15 Nov 2024 |
| 15 Oct 2024 | F0626 | Permit a resident to return to the nursing home after hospitalization or therapeutic leave that exceeds bed-hold policy. | D | Standard survey | 15 Nov 2024 |
| 15 Oct 2024 | F0644 | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. | D | Standard survey | 15 Nov 2024 |
| 15 Oct 2024 | F0658 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. | D | Standard survey | 15 Nov 2024 |
| 15 Oct 2024 | F0660 | Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs. | D | Standard survey | 15 Nov 2024 |
| 15 Oct 2024 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Standard survey | 15 Nov 2024 |
| 15 Oct 2024 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Standard survey | 15 Nov 2024 |
| 15 Oct 2024 | F0685 | Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. | D | Standard survey | 15 Nov 2024 |
| 15 Oct 2024 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Standard survey | 15 Nov 2024 |
| 15 Oct 2024 | F0760 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. | D | Standard survey | 15 Nov 2024 |
| 18 May 2023 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | F | Standard survey | 7 Jul 2023 |
| 18 May 2023 | F0760 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. | E | Standard survey | 7 Jul 2023 |
| 18 May 2023 | F0553 | Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care. | D | Standard survey | 7 Jul 2023 |
| 18 May 2023 | F0558 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | D | Standard survey | 7 Jul 2023 |
| 18 May 2023 | F0585 | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. | D | Standard survey | 7 Jul 2023 |
| 18 May 2023 | F0657 | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. | D | Standard survey | 7 Jul 2023 |
| 18 May 2023 | F0676 | Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. | D | Standard survey | 7 Jul 2023 |
| 18 May 2023 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Standard survey | 7 Jul 2023 |
| 18 May 2023 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Standard survey | 7 Jul 2023 |
| 18 May 2023 | F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | D | Standard survey | 7 Jul 2023 |
| 18 May 2023 | F0700 | Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. | D | Standard survey | 7 Jul 2023 |
| 18 May 2023 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 7 Jul 2023 |
| 15 Feb 2022 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | G | Standard survey | 16 Feb 2022 |
| 15 Feb 2022 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Standard survey | 16 Feb 2022 |
| 15 Feb 2022 | F0804 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | E | Standard survey | 16 Feb 2022 |
| 15 Feb 2022 | F0580 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. | D | Standard survey | 16 Feb 2022 |
| 15 Feb 2022 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Standard survey | 16 Feb 2022 |
| 15 Feb 2022 | F0688 | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. | D | Standard survey | 16 Feb 2022 |
| 15 Feb 2022 | F0690 | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. | D | Standard survey | 16 Feb 2022 |
Penalties
| Date | Type | Amount | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Oct 2024 | Fine | $9,636 |
Staffing
Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the Colorado average. Turnover: nursing staff 44.1%, RNs 22.2%; 0 administrators left in the reporting year.
Quality measures
| Measure | Residents | This facility | Colorado median | US median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | Long Stay | 8.8% | 11.1% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 0.9% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 0.9% | 3.0% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 1.7% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 7.4% | 11.9% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 3.8% | 3.0% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 13.9% | 18.8% | 13.4% |
Four-quarter averages for the measures CMS uses in the quality-measure star rating (2025Q2-2026Q1). Lower is better for every measure listed. Medians are computed across facilities on this site.
Ownership
Ownership type: for-profit, corporation. Legal business name: Amberwood Healthcare Llc. Chain: Pacs Group (274 facilities).
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centennial Master Tenant, LLC | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 02/01/2023 |
| Providence Group Nh, LLC | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 100% | 06/30/2023 |
Only organisations are shown. CMS also records individual owners, officers and managing employees; this site does not publish people's names.
Other nursing homes in Denver County
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Berkley Manor Care Center | Denver | 118 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 29 | 24.6 | $17K | 26 Feb 2026 |
| Briarwood Health Care Center | Denver | 201 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 22 | 10.9 | $9K | 16 Jul 2025 |
| Hallmark Nursing Center | Denver | 143 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 21 | 14.7 | $7K | 14 Nov 2024 |
| Parkview Care Center | Denver | 73 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 20 | 27.4 | — | 21 May 2026 |
| Sloan'S Lake Rehabilitation Center | Denver | 42 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 12 | 28.6 | — | 5 Mar 2026 |
| Suites At Clermont Park Care Center, The | Denver | 63 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 13 | 20.6 | — | 18 Feb 2026 |
| Health Center At Franklin Park | Denver | 86 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 27 | 31.4 | $10K | 26 Mar 2026 |
| Rowan Community, Inc | Denver | 65 | 4 | 2 | 5 | 28 | 43.1 | $5K | 4 Dec 2025 |
All 23 facilities in Denver County
Questions and answers
How many deficiencies has Amberwood Post Acute been cited for?
39 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 1 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The Colorado median is 22 per facility.
Has Amberwood Post Acute been fined?
Yes. CMS lists fines totalling $10K in the period covered.
How does staffing at Amberwood Post Acute compare?
Reported total nurse staffing is 2.9 hours per resident per day against a Colorado median of 3.5 and a national average of 3.9.
Who operates Amberwood Post Acute?
It is part of the Pacs Group chain. Ownership type is for-profit, corporation. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include Centennial Master Tenant, LLC and Providence Group Nh, LLC. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.
When was Amberwood Post Acute last inspected?
The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 23 Apr 2026; the most recent standard health survey was 15 Oct 2024.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Care Compare datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership and quality measures), processed 1 Aug 2026. Ratings and citations may change; the Care Compare record is authoritative.
Provenance
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare nursing home datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership, MDS quality measures, state and national averages), public domain, processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026. Facility record: Care Compare. Errors in processing are corrected at the next daily build; see corrections.