Colorado Springs, CO · 34 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Colorado Springs's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $9,320–$12,520/mo
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Pikes Peak Post Acute
2719 N Union Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80909 · El Paso County
Welcome to Pikes Peak Post Acute in Colorado Springs, Colorado. We are your choice for rehabilitation and long-term care in El Paso County. Allow our team of professionals to care for you after a surgery, illness, or injury today. We can’t wait to make you part of our family.
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Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates use caution.
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Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 83% full — openings are usually available.
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
Pikes Peak Post Acute is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Colorado Springs, CO, with 210 certified beds and an average of about 173 residents per day. It operates as part of the Pacs Group network.
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, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.43 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.62 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 63.1%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 12 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $89,318 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
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average 1-star overall CMS rating
- •Below-average health-inspection rating
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.43 hrs/resident/day)
- •12 deficiencies at last survey
- •$89,318 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 Colorado Springs options — our advisors can help you compare.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 210
- Avg. residents/day
- 173
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Pacs Group
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 065415
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 | $9,320–$12,520/mo (median $10,600) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Colorado Springs 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
- 3.43
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.62
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 63.1%
- 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)
- 12
- Federal fines
- 2 ($89,318)
- Total penalties
- 4
- Last standard survey
- 2025-01-30
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (47 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-11-20Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
2025-11-20Severity 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.
2025-01-30Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
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.
2025-01-30Severity E — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.
2025-01-30Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
2025-01-30Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
2025-01-30Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
2025-01-30Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-09-17 | Fine | $39,917 |
| 2024-09-17 | Payment denial | — |
| 2023-09-05 | Fine | $49,401 |
| 2023-09-05 | Payment denial | — |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ Library
- ✓ Private rooms available
Location
2719 N Union Blvd, Colorado Springs, 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 Pikes Peak Post Acute
How much does Pikes Peak Post Acute cost?
Pikes Peak Post Acute does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Colorado Springs, CO area typically runs $9,320–$12,520 per month (median $10,600, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Pikes Peak Post Acute's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Pikes Peak Post Acute 1 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Pikes Peak Post Acute?
Staff provide about 3.43 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 63.1% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Pikes Peak Post Acute?
Pikes Peak Post Acute has 47 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-01-30). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Pikes Peak Post Acute have availability?
Typically 83% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Pikes Peak Post Acute offer?
Pikes Peak Post Acute in Colorado Springs, CO offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 210 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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