Cedars Healthcare Center
1599 Ingalls St, Lakewood, CO 80214
Cedars Healthcare Center is a nursing home in Lakewood, Colorado. This page lists the citations, fines and star ratings that CMS publishes for it. Each one has a date and a link to CMS.
CMS star ratings
- 1 of 5CMS overall star rating
- 1 of 5CMS health inspection star rating
- 4 of 5CMS staffing star rating
- 4 of 5CMS quality measures star rating
Facts from CMS
- Phone
- (303) 232-3551
- Last standard health inspection
- June 11, 2026 (5 months ago)
- Certified beds
- 130
- Residents per day, on average
- 108.9
- Ownership type
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Legal business name
- Snh Co Tenant LLC
- Chain
- Stellar Senior Living
- Takes part in
- Medicare and Medicaid
More health citations than the Colorado average (37 vs 25).
Inspections, fines and changes
This list shows every citation and fine in CMS's current data, which covers about the last three years. It also shows changes CMS made to this home's ratings and records.
CMS update of October 28, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5.
Fine
CMS changed the fine from July 16, 2025 from $24,245 to $15,759.
15 citations
Health inspection on June 11, 2026
CMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.
Citation F0812. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 25, 2026.
Citation F0550. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 25, 2026.
Citation F0585. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 25, 2026.
Citation F0609. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 25, 2026.
Citation F0761. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 25, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0761 2 times since 2024.
Citation F0880. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 25, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0880 3 times since 2022.
Citation F0565. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 25, 2026.
Citation F0600. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 25, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0600 2 times since 2022.
Citation F0658. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 25, 2026.
Citation F0684. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 25, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0684 4 times since 2023.
Citation F0685. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 25, 2026.
Citation F0689. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 25, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for F0689 2 times since 2022.
Citation F0695. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 25, 2026.
Citation F0697. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 25, 2026.
Citation F0791. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 25, 2026.
7 citations
Fire safety inspection on June 11, 2026
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation K0161. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Use approved construction type or materials.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 8, 2026.
Citation K0211. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 23, 2026.
Citation K0321. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 23, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0321 2 times since 2022.
Citation K0324. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 23, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0324 3 times since 2022.
Citation K0341. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.
Citation K0353. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
CMS has cited this home for K0353 3 times since 2022.
Citation K0363. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
CMS lists it as corrected on July 23, 2026.
CMS has cited this home for K0363 3 times since 2022.
CMS update of April 29, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.
CMS update of February 25, 2026
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 5 of 5 to 4 of 5.
CMS update of November 20, 2025
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 1 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.
2 citations
Health inspection on July 16, 2025
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Severity J is the highest of CMS's four levels. CMS uses it when residents' health or safety is at serious risk right away.
25 of 210 Colorado homes (12%) got a citation at the immediate jeopardy level in 2025.
Citation F0684. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 13, 2025.
Citation F0842. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
CMS lists it as corrected on August 8, 2025.
Fine
July 16, 2025 (1 year ago)
CMS fine of $15,759 on July 16, 2025.
CMS update of February 26, 2025
Star rating
The CMS quality measures star rating changed from 2 of 5 to 4 of 5. CMS changed how it scores this rating for many homes at once.
CMS update of December 20, 2024
Star rating
The CMS overall star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
Star rating
The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 1 of 5 to 2 of 5.
1 citation
Health inspection on August 20, 2024
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Citation F0684. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
CMS lists it as corrected on September 9, 2024.
CMS update of July 31, 2024
Fine
CMS changed the fine from September 27, 2023 from $31,005 to $31,663.
CMS update of May 29, 2024
Fine
CMS changed the fine from September 27, 2023 from $47,700 to $31,005.
CMS update of April 25, 2024
Star rating
The CMS staffing star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.
7 citations
Health inspection on March 19, 2024
CMS lists this as a standard inspection and a complaint inspection.
Citation F0880. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 28, 2024.
Citation F0604. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 28, 2024.
Citation F0645. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
CMS lists it as corrected on April 28, 2024.
Citation F0677. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 28, 2024.
CMS has cited this home for F0677 2 times since 2022.
Citation F0690. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 28, 2024.
Citation F0699. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 28, 2024.
Citation F0761. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
CMS lists it as corrected on April 28, 2024.
6 citations
Fire safety inspection on March 19, 2024
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation K0345. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 11, 2024.
Citation K0353. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 21, 2024.
Citation K0541. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 21, 2024.
Citation K0923. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 11, 2024.
Citation K0363. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 11, 2024.
Citation K0324. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
CMS lists it as corrected on May 11, 2024.
2 citations
Health inspection on October 17, 2023
CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.
Severity J is the highest of CMS's four levels. CMS uses it when residents' health or safety is at serious risk right away.
9 of 210 Colorado homes (4%) got a citation at the immediate jeopardy level in 2023.
Citation F0684. Severity J: immediate jeopardy, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 9, 2023.
Citation F0676. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
CMS lists it as corrected on November 9, 2023.
10 citations
Health inspection on December 1, 2022
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation F0584. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
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.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 28, 2022.
Citation F0679. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 28, 2022.
Citation F0680. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 28, 2022.
Citation F0760. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 28, 2022.
Citation F0880. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 9, 2023.
Citation F0553. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 28, 2022.
Citation F0600. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 28, 2022.
Citation F0677. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 28, 2022.
Citation F0689. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 28, 2022.
Citation F0744. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 28, 2022.
8 citations
Fire safety inspection on December 1, 2022
CMS lists this as a standard inspection.
Citation E0009. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Include a process for Emergency Preparedness collaboration.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 28, 2022.
Citation E0039. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.
The rule CMS cited:
Conduct testing and exercise requirements.
CMS lists it as corrected on December 28, 2022.
Citation K0271. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Have exits that are accessible at all times.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 16, 2023.
Citation K0353. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 16, 2023.
Citation K0363. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.
The rule CMS cited:
Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 16, 2023.
Citation K0321. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 16, 2023.
Citation K0324. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Provide properly protected cooking facilities.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 16, 2023.
Citation K0511. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.
The rule CMS cited:
Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.
CMS lists it as corrected on January 16, 2023.
Owners and managers
CMS lists these owners and managers for this home. Names are as CMS writes them.
- SPTMNR PROPERTIES TRUST5% or greater direct ownership interest · 100% · since 01/01/2024
- CHARLES SCHWAB INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT, INC.5% or greater indirect ownership interest · no percentage provided · since 03/22/2024
- D.E. SHAW & CO., L.P.5% or greater indirect ownership interest · no percentage provided · since 03/22/2024
- DIVERSIFIED HEALTHCARE TRUST5% or greater indirect ownership interest · no percentage provided · since 01/01/2020
- H/2 SPECIAL OPPORTUNITIES IV L.P.5% or greater indirect ownership interest · no percentage provided · since 03/22/2024
- SNH PROJ LINCOLN TRS LLC5% or greater indirect ownership interest · no percentage provided · since 01/01/2024
- SNH TRS LICENSEE HOLDCO LLC5% or greater indirect ownership interest · no percentage provided · since 01/01/2020
- SNH TRS, INC.5% or greater indirect ownership interest · no percentage provided · since 01/01/2020
- ABP TRUSTOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 03/22/2024
- BLACKROCK INCOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 03/22/2024
- CHARLES SCHWAB INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT, INC.Operational/managerial control · not applicable · since 03/22/2024
- D.E. SHAW & CO., L.P.Operational/managerial control · not applicable · since 03/22/2024
- DIVERSIFIED HEALTHCARE TRUSTOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 01/01/2020
- FLAT FOOTED LLCOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 03/22/2024
- H/2 SPECIAL OPPORTUNITIES IV L.P.Operational/managerial control · not applicable · since 03/22/2024
- SNH PROJ LINCOLN TRS LLCOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 01/01/2024
- SNH TRS LICENSEE HOLDCO LLCOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 01/01/2020
- SNH TRS, INC.Operational/managerial control · not applicable · since 01/01/2020
- SPTMNR PROPERTIES TRUSTOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 01/01/2024
- STELLAR CEDARS MANAGEMENT LLCOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 08/01/2021
- STELLAR SENIOR LIVING B LLCOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 08/01/2021
- STELLAR V LLCOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 08/01/2021
- VANGUARD GROUP INCOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 03/22/2024
- BENTON, EVRETTOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 08/01/2021
- BILOTTO, CHRISTOPHEROperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 01/01/2024
- BRANSON, MARISSAOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 08/01/2021
- BROWN, MATTHEWOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 10/01/2023
- CLARK, JENNIFEROperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 01/01/2020
- ESFAHANI, REZAOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 01/01/2025
- MAKELKY, SCOTTOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 05/01/2026
- PORTNOY, ADAMOperational/managerial control · not applicable · since 01/01/2020
Questions
When was Cedars Healthcare Center last inspected?
CMS lists June 11, 2026 as the date of its most recent standard health inspection.
How many citations (violations) does Cedars Healthcare Center have?
CMS lists 37 health citations since December 1, 2022. CMS also calls these deficiencies.
Has Cedars Healthcare Center been fined?
CMS lists 1 fine in the past three years, $15,759 in total.
What is the CMS star rating of Cedars Healthcare Center?
Its CMS overall star rating is 1 of 5.
Is Cedars Healthcare Center a Special Focus Facility?
No. CMS does not list it as a Special Focus Facility or a candidate.