Cheyenne Mountain Care Center
Category: Nursing Home
835 Tenderfoot Hill Road
Colorado Springs, CO 80906
(719) 576-8380

Nursing Home

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Details

Resident Capacity:103

Costs

PRICES MAY INCREASE. PLEASE CALL FOR MOST CURRENT INFORMATION.
Reimbursement:Medicare, Medicaid

CMS Inspection Results

The Center for Medicare & Medcaid Services (CMS) contracts with each state to conduct inspections once every 9-15 months to assure that certified facilities meet the minimum Medicare and Medicaid quality and performance standards.

  • 08/31/2007 Fire Safety Survey for Cheyenne Mountain Care Center
Automatic Sprinkler Systems
DeficiencyScopeLevel of Harm
an approved automatic sprinkler system connected to the fire alarm system. Pattern Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
automatic sprinkler systems that have been maintained in working order. Pattern Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
properly working alarms on sprinkler valves. Pattern Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Building Contruction
DeficiencyScopeLevel of Harm
approved construction type or materials. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Building Service Equipment
DeficiencyScopeLevel of Harm
a properly installed and maintained dumbwaiter or escalator. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Corridor Walls and Doors
DeficiencyScopeLevel of Harm
corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Electrical
DeficiencyScopeLevel of Harm
properly installed electrical wiring and equipment. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
weekly inspections and monthly testing of generators. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Exits and Egress
DeficiencyScopeLevel of Harm
exits that are accessible at all times. Pattern Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
corridors or aisles that are unobstructed and are at least 8 feet in width. Pattern Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Fire Alarm Systems
DeficiencyScopeLevel of Harm
an approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Hazardous Area
DeficiencyScopeLevel of Harm
construction that can resist fire for one hour or an approved fire extinguishing system. Pattern Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Interior Finish
DeficiencyScopeLevel of Harm
fire-resistant interior walls. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Medical Gases and Anesthetizing Areas
DeficiencyScopeLevel of Harm
proper fire barriers, ventilation and signs for the transport of oxygen. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Smoke Compartmentation and Control
DeficiencyScopeLevel of Harm
smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Smoking Regulations
DeficiencyScopeLevel of Harm
posted No-smoking signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or did not provide ashtrays where smoking was allowed. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Vertical Openings
DeficiencyScopeLevel of Harm
protected exits that allow the resident to escape the building. Pattern Minimal harm or potential for actual harm

 

  • 08/15/2007 Health Survey for Cheyenne Mountain Care Center
Environmental
DeficiencyScopeLevel of Harm
Make sure that the nursing home area is free of dangers that cause accidents. Pattern Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Nutrition and Dietary
DeficiencyScopeLevel of Harm
Store, cook, and give out food in a safe and clean way. Widespread Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Make sure that residents are well nourished. Pattern Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Quality Care
DeficiencyScopeLevel of Harm
Give each resident care and services to get or keep the highest quality of life possible. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Resident Assessment
DeficiencyScopeLevel of Harm
Make sure that doctors visit residents regularly, as required. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Resident Rights
DeficiencyScopeLevel of Harm
Give the resident's legal representative the same rights as the resident. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm

 

  • 08/09/2006 Fire Safety Survey for Cheyenne Mountain Care Center
Automatic Sprinkler Systems
DeficiencyScopeLevel of Harm
an approved automatic sprinkler system connected to the fire alarm system. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
properly working alarms on sprinkler valves. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
automatic sprinkler systems that have been maintained in working order. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Building Contruction
DeficiencyScopeLevel of Harm
approved construction type or materials. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Hazardous Area
DeficiencyScopeLevel of Harm
construction that can resist fire for one hour or an approved fire extinguishing system. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Illumination and Emergency Power
DeficiencyScopeLevel of Harm
proper backup exit lighting. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Medical Gases and Anesthetizing Areas
DeficiencyScopeLevel of Harm
no-smoking signs where oxygen is used. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
proper fire barriers, ventilation and signs for the transport of oxygen. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm

 

  • 07/26/2006 Health Survey for Cheyenne Mountain Care Center
Administration
DeficiencyScopeLevel of Harm
Keep accurate and appropriate medical records. Pattern Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Environmental
DeficiencyScopeLevel of Harm
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable. Widespread Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Quality Care
DeficiencyScopeLevel of Harm
Give each resident care and services to get or keep the highest quality of life possible. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Make sure that residents with reduced range of motion get proper treatment and services to increase range of motion. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Resident Assessment
DeficiencyScopeLevel of Harm
Develop a complete care plan that meets all of a resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Resident Rights
DeficiencyScopeLevel of Harm
Provide care for each resident in a way that keeps or builds the resident's quality of life. Pattern Minimal harm or potential for actual harm

 

  • 08/12/2005 Health Survey for Cheyenne Mountain Care Center
Administration
DeficiencyScopeLevel of Harm
Set up or keep a group of people to review and ensure quality. Pattern Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Keep accurate and appropriate medical records. Pattern Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
1) Review the work of each nurse aide every year; or 2) give regular training for the nurse aides. Pattern Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Give or get lab tests to meet the needs of residents. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Environmental
DeficiencyScopeLevel of Harm
Make sure that the nursing home area is free of dangers that cause accidents. Pattern Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Nutrition and Dietary
DeficiencyScopeLevel of Harm
Prepare food that is nutritional, appetizing, tasty, attractive, well-cooked, and at the right temperature. Pattern Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Make sure that residents are well nourished. Pattern Potential for minimal harm
Pharmacy Service
DeficiencyScopeLevel of Harm
1) Make sure that residents who take drugs are not given too many doses or for too long; 2) make sure that the use of drugs is carefully watched; or 3) stop or change drugs that cause unwanted effects. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Properly mark drugs and other similar products. Pattern Potential for minimal harm
Quality Care
DeficiencyScopeLevel of Harm
Give each resident care and services to get or keep the highest quality of life possible. Isolated Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety
Give professional services that meet a professional standard of quality. Pattern Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Properly care for residents needing special services, including: injections, colostomy, ureostomy, ileostomy, tracheostomy care, tracheal suctioning, respiratory care, foot care, and prostheses. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Provide activities to meet the needs of each resident. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Resident Rights
DeficiencyScopeLevel of Harm
Try to resolve each resident's complaints quickly. Pattern Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Immediately tell the resident, doctor, and a family member if: the resident is injured, there is a major change in resident's physical/mental health, there is a need to alter treatment significantly, or the resident must be transferred or discharged. Pattern Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Provide services to meet the needs and preferences of each resident. Isolated Minimal harm or potential for actual harm
Make sure each resident has the right to choose activities, schedules and health care according to his or her interests, assessment, and plan of care. Pattern Potential for minimal harm

 

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