Denver, CO · 63 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)● Very limited availability
One of Denver's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $9,790–$13,160/mo
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Mountain Vista Health Center
4800 Tabor St, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033 · Jefferson County
Looking for senior living in Wheat Ridge, CO? Mountain Vista offers Independent and Assisted Living options. Visit our website to learn more and schedule a tour today.
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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates use caution.
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Availability outlookUsually has openings
Typically 48% full — availability is generally good.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
A low federal rating — review the details closely
Mountain Vista Health Center is a non-profit skilled nursing facility in Wheat Ridge, CO, with 168 certified beds and an average of about 80 residents per day. It operates as part of the American Baptist Homes of the Midwest network. It is part of a continuing care retirement community, so residents can often move between levels of care on one campus.
Medicare rates it 1 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 4.14 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.91 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 64.7%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 16 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 3 federal fines totaling $39,227 in the recent record. Note: CMS has flagged this facility with an abuse icon. We strongly recommend reviewing the full inspection report and discussing it on any tour.
Strengths
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (4.14 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •16 deficiencies at last survey
- •$39,227 in federal fines
- •CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Wheat Ridge options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 168
- Avg. residents/day
- 80
- Ownership
- Non profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- American Baptist Homes of the Midwest
- Continuing care
- Yes — multiple care levels
- CMS provider #
- 065015
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $9,790–$13,160/mo (median $11,130) | Local market estimate |
| Continuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan) | $3,010–$8,210/mo (median $6,030) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Denver prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 4.14
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.91
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 64.7%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
⚠️ This community carries a serious CMS flag (abuse citation). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 16
- Federal fines
- 3 ($39,227)
- Total penalties
- 3
- Last standard survey
- 2024-03-20
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (37 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-12-09Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
2025-06-11Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2025-03-24Severity F — potential for harmFrom a complaintAdministration Deficiencies
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
2025-03-24Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
2025-03-24Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
2025-03-24Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
2025-03-24Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
2025-02-24Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-11-20 | Fine | $7,718 |
| 2024-03-20 | Fine | $23,319 |
| 2023-11-01 | Fine | $8,190 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Continuing care community (multiple care levels on one campus)
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Memory care
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ Studio apartments
Location
4800 Tabor St, Wheat Ridge, CO
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Mountain Vista Health Center
How much does Mountain Vista Health Center cost?
Mountain Vista Health Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Wheat Ridge, CO area typically runs $9,790–$13,160 per month (median $11,130, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Mountain Vista Health Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Mountain Vista Health Center 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Mountain Vista Health Center?
Staff provide about 4.14 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 64.7% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Mountain Vista Health Center?
Mountain Vista Health Center has 37 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-03-20). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Mountain Vista Health Center have availability?
Typically 48% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Mountain Vista Health Center offer?
Mountain Vista Health Center in Wheat Ridge, CO offers skilled nursing, continuing care (ccrc / life plan) and is licensed for 168 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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