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Spanish Peaks Veterans Community Living Center
Nursing home Walsenburg, CO
23500 US Highway 160, Walsenburg, CO 81089 · (719) 738-4540
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Overall rating 3
Health inspections 2
Staffing 5
Quality of resident care 3
Certified beds120
Residents on an average day74
OwnershipGovernment - Hospital district
Medicare-certified sinceDec 31, 1997
Ratings compared with Colorado and the U.S. average
| Measure | This provider | Colorado average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3 | 3.2 | 3.0 |
| Health inspections | 2 | 2.7 | 2.8 |
| Staffing | 5 | 3.2 | 2.9 |
| Quality of resident care | 3 | 4.1 | 3.6 |
Nurse staffing compared with Colorado and the U.S.
| Measure | This provider | Colorado average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse hours per resident per day | 4.68 | 3.72 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day | 1.23 | 0.82 | 0.69 |
| Nursing staff turnover (lower is better) | 44.3% | 47.1% | 45.8% |
| Registered nurse turnover (lower is better) | 41.7% | 44.6% | 42.9% |
Fines and payment denials (last 3 years)
No fines or payment denials in the last three years.
Ratings describe past performance reported to CMS and can change. Confirm insurance, availability and services directly with the provider, and talk to your doctor or care team. Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, Nursing homes - Provider Information (released Sep 30, 2026).