Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Boulder, Colorado
1 of 4 nursing homes in Boulder (25%) meet our strict criteria. The Colorado statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 1 caution · 2 avoid · data
City Average
3.5
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
506
across 4 facilities
High Risk Facilities
2
2 Grade F
$204,911 in combined fines
Zero Fines
1
/4
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Boulder, Colorado, is adequate but has significant concerns, with only 25% of facilities recommended. Families should be aware that two facilities have incurred a total of $122,287 in fines, highlighting the need for careful consideration.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 BOULDER CANYON HEALTH AND REHABILITATION (80) — Boulder Canyon Health and Rehabilitation shines with an excellent CMS 5★ rating and a strong Trust Score of 80/100. The facility's B+ grade reflects its commitment to quality care, with zero fines reported and ample accommodation for 140 residents, making it a reliable choice for those seeking rehabilitation services.
The other 3 Boulder facilities didn't qualify — 2 carry Grade D or F ratings and 3 have fines totaling $204K.
Recommended
Boulder Canyon Health and Rehabilitation shines with an excellent CMS 5★ rating and a strong Trust Score of 80/100. The facility's B+ grade reflects its commitment to quality care, with zero fines reported and ample accommodation for 140 residents, making it a reliable choice for those seeking rehabilitation services.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Also Worth Considering
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Boulder Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.5 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 3?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 2 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 3 Have fines totaling $204,911
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Boulder Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Boulder's city average is 3.5 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
3 of 4 Boulder facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Boulder avg is 0 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Boulder facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
Explore Nearby Cities
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Boulder, CO are recommended?
1 of 4 nursing homes in Boulder (25%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Boulder "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Boulder?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.