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Paonia Care and Rehabilitation CenterCMS ratings, inspections and fines

Address
1625 Meadowbrook Blvd, Paonia, CO 81428
CCN
065251
Ownership type
For-profit, limited liability company
Certified beds
60
Residents per day
52
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CMS star ratings
Overall rating1 of 5
Health inspection rating1 of 5
Staffing rating4 of 5
Quality measure rating4 of 5
Care Compare record (Medicare.gov)

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CMS gives Paonia Care and Rehabilitation Center an overall rating of 1 of 5 stars. The last standard survey was on 7 Aug 2025. The latest survey cycle has 11 health citations. The median for nursing homes in Colorado is 8. CMS lists 2 fines with a total of $32,619 for this home in its penalties file.

Facilities may see a change in their overall rating for a number of reasons. Since the overall rating is based on three individual domains, a change in any one of the domains can affect the overall rating. Any new data for a nursing home could potentially change a star rating domain.

Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Five-Star Quality Rating System: Technical Users' Guide, July 2026. CMS processed this record on .

Since the last CMS update

The site has no recorded change for this home. In each CMS update, the site compares the ratings, the penalties and the citations of each home.

Ratings

CMS gives each home 1 to 5 stars for health inspections, for staffing and for quality measures, and one overall rating.

CMS star ratings of Paonia Care and Rehabilitation Center, with medians
Rating (1 to 5 stars)This homeDelta County medianColorado medianUS average (CMS)
Overall rating12.03.03.0
Health inspection rating12.02.02.8
Staffing rating44.03.02.9
Quality measure rating42.05.03.6

A median is the middle value of the homes in the group: 3 homes in the county, 210 homes in the state. What the CMS star ratings measure

Citations by survey cycle

CMS keeps the last three cycles, and cycle 1 is the latest. A cycle has one standard survey. Citations from complaint and infection control inspections go into cycles of 12 months.

Health citations of Paonia Care and Rehabilitation Center in the last three survey cycles
Survey cycleStandard surveyCitationsColorado median
Cycle 1 (latest)7 Aug 2025118
Cycle 21 Mar 2024248
Cycle 3No date96

Health citations

The record of one deficiency in an inspection. One inspection can give many citations.

Scope and severity. A letter from A to L on each citation. Scope is the number of residents that the deficiency affected. Severity is the level of harm.

Scope and severity of the 44 citations. Select a cell to show only its rows.
SeverityIsolatedPatternWidespread
Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safetyJ0L0
Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardyH0I0
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm
No actual harm, potential for minimal harmA0B0

Survey cycle 1 (latest): 11 citations

Standard survey of this cycle: .

Health citations of Paonia Care and Rehabilitation Center in survey cycle 1, the latest first
Survey dateF-tagRequirement (CMS text)Scope and severitySurvey typeCorrected
7 Aug 2025F0600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.EStandard survey2 Sep 2025
7 Aug 2025F0603Protect each resident from separation (from other residents, his/her room, or confinement to his/her room).GStandard survey2 Sep 2025
7 Aug 2025F0605Prevent the use of unnecessary psychotropic medications or use medications that may restrain a resident's ability to function.DStandard survey2 Sep 2025
7 Aug 2025F0677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.DStandard survey2 Sep 2025
7 Aug 2025F0695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.DStandard survey2 Sep 2025
7 Aug 2025F0699Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.DStandard survey2 Sep 2025
7 Aug 2025F0740Ensure each resident must receive and the facility must provide necessary behavioral health care and services.DStandard survey2 Sep 2025
7 Aug 2025F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.DStandard survey2 Sep 2025
7 Aug 2025F0881Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.DStandard survey2 Sep 2025
7 Aug 2025F0883Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.DStandard survey2 Sep 2025
7 Aug 2025F0887Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status.DStandard survey2 Sep 2025

Survey cycle 2: 24 citations

Standard survey of this cycle: .

Health citations of Paonia Care and Rehabilitation Center in survey cycle 2, the latest first
Survey dateF-tagRequirement (CMS text)Scope and severitySurvey typeCorrected
24 Mar 2025F0600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.DComplaint investigation29 Apr 2025
1 Mar 2024F0552Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments.DStandard survey28 Mar 2024
1 Mar 2024F0567Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs.EStandard survey28 Mar 2024
1 Mar 2024F0569Notify each resident of certain balances and convey resident funds upon discharge, eviction, or death.EStandard survey28 Mar 2024
1 Mar 2024F0574The resident has the right to receive notices in a format and a language he or she understands.CStandard survey28 Mar 2024
1 Mar 2024F0584Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.EStandard survey28 Mar 2024
1 Mar 2024F0626Permit a resident to return to the nursing home after hospitalization or therapeutic leave that exceeds bed-hold policy.DStandard survey28 Mar 2024
1 Mar 2024F0656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.DStandard survey28 Mar 2024
1 Mar 2024F0660Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.DStandard survey28 Mar 2024
1 Mar 2024F0676Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.DStandard survey28 Mar 2024
1 Mar 2024F0679Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.EComplaint investigation28 Mar 2024
1 Mar 2024F0680Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional.EStandard survey28 Mar 2024
1 Mar 2024F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.EComplaint investigation28 Mar 2024
1 Mar 2024F0692Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.GComplaint investigation28 Mar 2024
1 Mar 2024F0759Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.EStandard survey28 Mar 2024
1 Mar 2024F0760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.DStandard survey28 Mar 2024
1 Mar 2024F0801Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.FStandard survey28 Mar 2024
1 Mar 2024F0803Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.FStandard survey28 Mar 2024
1 Mar 2024F0804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.EComplaint investigation28 Mar 2024
1 Mar 2024F0805Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs.KStandard survey1 Mar 2024
1 Mar 2024F0806Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.DStandard survey28 Mar 2024
1 Mar 2024F0812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.FStandard survey28 Mar 2024
1 Mar 2024F0867Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.FStandard survey30 Mar 2024
1 Mar 2024F0880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.EStandard survey28 Mar 2024

Survey cycle 3: 9 citations

The CMS provider file has no standard survey date for this cycle.

Health citations of Paonia Care and Rehabilitation Center in survey cycle 3, the latest first
Survey dateF-tagRequirement (CMS text)Scope and severitySurvey typeCorrected
3 Nov 2022F0600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.EStandard survey13 Dec 2022
3 Nov 2022F0604Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.DStandard survey13 Dec 2022
3 Nov 2022F0609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.EStandard survey13 Dec 2022
3 Nov 2022F0610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.DStandard survey13 Dec 2022
3 Nov 2022F0689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.GStandard survey31 Jan 2023
3 Nov 2022F0692Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.GStandard survey13 Dec 2022
3 Nov 2022F0744Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.EStandard survey13 Dec 2022
3 Nov 2022F0825Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident.DStandard survey31 Jan 2023
3 Nov 2022F0867Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.FStandard survey13 Dec 2022

The requirement text is the CMS summary of the F-tag. It is not the report of the surveyor. How to read an inspection report

Penalties

A fine, or a payment denial: a period in which Medicare or Medicaid does not pay for new admissions. The CMS penalties file holds three years.

Penalties of Paonia Care and Rehabilitation Center in the CMS penalties file
DateTypeFineDays without payment
7 Aug 2025Fine$12,438
1 Mar 2024Fine$20,181

Staffing

Hours per resident per day. The nurse hours for one resident on an average day. CMS calculates the figure from the hours that the home reports for a quarter.

Nurse staffing hours per resident per day at Paonia Care and Rehabilitation Center
StaffThis homeColorado medianColorado average (CMS)
All nurse staff3.003.503.72
Registered nurses (RN)1.030.700.82
Licensed practical nurses (LPN)0.340.68
Nurse aides1.622.22
All nurse staff, weekends2.733.103.30
Nurse staff turnover in a year
62.5%
Nurse staff turnover, Colorado median
46.7%
RN turnover in a year
58.3%
Administrators who left in a year
1

Homes report the hours to CMS in the Payroll-Based Journal.

Quality measures

A figure that CMS calculates from the assessments of residents. One example is the percentage of long-stay residents with a fall and a major injury.

Quality measures of Paonia Care and Rehabilitation Center, average of four quarters (2025Q2-2026Q1)
Measure (CMS text)ResidentsThis homeColorado medianUS median
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increasedLong Stay10.5%11.1%12.6%
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladderLong Stay0.0%0.0%0.3%
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infectionLong Stay0.0%0.9%0.9%
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injuryLong Stay5.2%3.0%2.8%
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medicationShort Stay0.0%0.9%1.0%
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsenedLong Stay11.2%11.9%12.5%
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcersLong Stay3.0%3.0%4.2%
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicationLong Stay32.5%18.8%13.4%

For each measure in this table, CMS gives more points in the quality measure rating for a lower percentage. The site calculates the medians from the CMS file. What the CMS star ratings measure

Ownership

An organisation in the CMS ownership file. CMS records its role, for example an ownership interest, operational or managerial control, or a mortgage interest.

Ownership type
For-profit, limited liability company
Legal business name
Meadowbrook Blvd. Operations, LLC
Chain
Madison Creek Partners (13 homes in the CMS chain file)
Organisations in the CMS ownership record of Paonia Care and Rehabilitation Center
OrganisationRole in the CMS recordInterestSince
Chief Joseph Trail, LLC5% or greater direct ownership interest100%2 Mar 2026
Tippet, LLC5% or greater indirect ownership interest2 Mar 2026
White Canyon, LLC5% or greater indirect ownership interest2 Mar 2026
Madison Creek Partners LLCOperational/managerial control1 Jul 2016
Madison Creek Partners LLCAdp of the snf26 Mar 2026

The site shows organisations only. It does not show the names of persons.

Other homes in Delta County

The 2 nearest other nursing homes in Delta County, Colorado
Nursing homeCityOverall ratingCitations, latest cycleFinesLast standard survey
Horizons Care CenterEckert3 of 511$11,1807 Nov 2024
Willow Tree Care CenterDelta2 of 514$28,75626 Feb 2026

All 3 nursing homes in Delta County

Official channels

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Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare. Record of Paonia Care and Rehabilitation Center (CCN 065251). Data processed 1 Aug 2026. Elder Care Record, https://eldercarerecord.com/facility/paonia-care-and-rehabilitation-center-paonia-co-065251/

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Questions

When was Paonia Care and Rehabilitation Center last inspected?
The latest inspection with a citation in the CMS record was on 7 Aug 2025. It was a standard survey. It gave 11 citations. The standard survey before the last one was on 1 Mar 2024.
Who operates Paonia Care and Rehabilitation Center?
The CMS record gives the ownership type as for-profit, limited liability company. CMS lists the home in the chain Madison Creek Partners. The CMS ownership file names Madison Creek Partners LLC for operational or managerial control. This site does not show the names of persons.
Is Paonia Care and Rehabilitation Center a Special Focus Facility?
No. The CMS provider file lists no Special Focus status for this home. CMS lists no home in Colorado as a Special Focus Facility and 5 as candidates.
Where does the data on this page come from?
The data comes from the CMS Care Compare files for nursing homes. CMS processed the files on 1 Aug 2026. The Care Compare record on Medicare.gov is the official record of the home.