Fort Collins, CO · 130 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Very limited availability
One of Fort Collins's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $9,360–$12,570/mo
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Riverbend Health and Rehabilitation Center
821 Duffield Ct, Loveland, CO 80537 · Larimer County
75
StrongHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.Photos via google places.
Availability outlookModerate availability
Typically 79% 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 highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Loveland
Riverbend Health and Rehabilitation Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Loveland, CO, with 100 certified beds and an average of about 79 residents per day. It operates as part of the The Ensign Group network.
Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.14 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.63 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 49.3%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 3 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.14 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Loveland for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 100
- Avg. residents/day
- 79
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- The Ensign Group
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 065165
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 | $9,360–$12,570/mo (median $10,640) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Fort Collins 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
- 3.14
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.63
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 49.3%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 3
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2024-06-27
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (22 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2024-06-27Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
2024-06-27Severity 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.
2024-06-27Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
2023-02-09Severity F — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2023-02-09Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor 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.
2023-02-09Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure 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.
2023-02-09Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.
2023-02-09Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
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.
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Respite / short-term stays
- ✓ Daily activities & events
Location
821 Duffield Ct, Loveland, 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 Riverbend Health and Rehabilitation Center
How much does Riverbend Health and Rehabilitation Center cost?
Riverbend Health and Rehabilitation Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Loveland, CO area typically runs $9,360–$12,570 per month (median $10,640, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Riverbend Health and Rehabilitation Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Riverbend Health and Rehabilitation Center 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Riverbend Health and Rehabilitation Center?
Staff provide about 3.14 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 49.3% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Riverbend Health and Rehabilitation Center?
Riverbend Health and Rehabilitation Center has 22 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-06-27). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Riverbend Health and Rehabilitation Center have availability?
Typically 79% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Riverbend Health and Rehabilitation Center offer?
Riverbend Health and Rehabilitation Center in Loveland, CO offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 100 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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