Map showing the location of SANDROCK RIDGE CARE & REHABILITATION in CRAIG, Colorado
943 W 8TH DR, CRAIG, CO, 81625

Overall Score

CMS Five-Star Quality Rating
1/5Much below averageCMS Five-Star overall rating
  1. Much below average
  2. Below average
  3. Average
  4. Above average
  5. Much above average

Where it ranks

  • ColoradoLowest tier among peers208 rated homes · average 3.1★
  • United StatesLowest tier among peers14,574 rated homes · average 3.0★

How the rating is built

  • Health inspectionsStarting point2★−0.7 vs CO avg
  • StaffingCan add or remove a star3★−0.1 vs CO avg
  • Quality measuresCan add or remove a star1★−3.2 vs CO avg

CMS starts from the health inspection stars, then adds or subtracts a star for staffing and for quality measures. Stars are assigned relative to other facilities in the same state.

Ratings & measures

Tap a row to see what it means
Health inspection ratingCMS stars from the last three on-site inspection cycles2★Above only 20% of peersCO avg2.7★U.S. avg2.8★
What is health inspection rating?

Stars assigned from the last three standard surveys and every complaint investigation in that window, weighted toward the most recent and the most serious findings. CMS assigns these stars relative to other facilities in the same state.

Why it matters

It carries the most weight in the overall rating and is the only domain based on what trained inspectors saw on site rather than what the facility reported.

Staffing ratingCMS stars from payroll-reported hours and turnover3★Above only 31% of peersCO avg3.1★U.S. avg2.9★
What is staffing rating?

Nurse and aide hours per resident day from payroll records CMS collects every quarter, adjusted for how much care residents need, plus staff turnover and weekend coverage.

Why it matters

More hours and lower turnover are the strongest predictors of fewer falls, pressure sores, and avoidable hospital stays.

Quality measures ratingCMS stars from clinical outcomes and resident assessments1★Lowest tier among peersCO avg4.2★U.S. avg3.6★
What is quality measures rating?

Clinical outcomes from resident assessments and Medicare claims: falls with injury, pressure ulcers, hospitalizations, antipsychotic use, and more, for both short-stay and long-stay residents.

Why it matters

It shows whether care is working, but part of it comes from the facility’s own assessments, so read it alongside the inspection results.

Total nurse hoursPer resident per day, all nursing staff3.63hrsAbove 59% of peersCO avg3.73Benchmark4.10
What is total nurse hours?

All licensed nurse and aide hours worked, divided by the number of residents, on an average day. Reported from payroll, not self-reported.

Why it matters

Federal research links 4.1 hours a day to fewer avoidable harms. Below about 3 hours, residents wait longer for help with basics like toileting and repositioning.

RN hoursPer resident per day, registered nurses only0.81hrsAbove 57% of peersCO avg0.83Benchmark0.75
What is rn hours?

Registered nurse hours only. RNs assess residents, manage medications, and catch changes in condition; LPNs and aides deliver most hands-on care.

Why it matters

RN coverage is the staffing measure most tied to fewer hospital transfers and infections, and it is where thinly staffed facilities cut first.

Nursing staff turnoverShare of nursing staff who left within a year · lower is better65%Above only 10% of peersCO avg49%RN turnover73%
What is nursing staff turnover?

The share of nursing staff who left within the past year, from the same payroll data.

Why it matters

High turnover means residents are cared for by people who do not know them, and it is one of the strongest predictors of inspection problems.

Fines in the last three yearsCivil money penalties imposed by CMS · lower is better$147,859Above only 2% of peersCO avg$25,587Fines · denials4 · 0
What is fines in the last three years?

Civil money penalties CMS imposed after serious or uncorrected deficiencies, and denials of Medicare payment for new admissions.

Why it matters

Penalties follow the worst inspection findings. A recent fine is the clearest sign that inspectors found real harm.

Inspection history

Last three inspection cycles
39citations
7inspection dates
8actual harm (G–I)
1immediate jeopardy (J–L)
Dec 4, 2025most recent

Citations by monthApr 2022 – Dec 2025

  • No actual harm (D–F)
  • Actual harm (G–I)
  • Immediate jeopardy (J–L)
  • $Fine or payment denial

Click a month or a year to filter the findings below. Arrow keys move between months; Esc clears.

Dec 4, 20252 citationsCycle 1worst E · no actual harm
  1. Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Jan 2, 2026
  2. F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Jan 2, 2026
Aug 5, 20251 citationCycle 1worst E · no actual harm
  1. F561Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.Resident RightsE · patternCorrected Sep 18, 2025
Nov 25, 20244 citationsCycle 1worst G · actual harm$54,990
  1. F801Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.Nutrition and DietaryF · widespreadCorrected Dec 19, 2024
  2. F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlE · patternCorrected Dec 19, 2024
  3. F761Ensure 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.Pharmacy ServiceD · isolatedCorrected Dec 19, 2024
  4. F692Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.Quality of Life and CareG · isolatedCorrected Dec 19, 2024
Aug 7, 20241 citationCycle 2worst G · actual harm$36,660
  1. F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationG · isolatedCorrected Sep 5, 2024
Feb 9, 202411 citationsCycle 2worst G · actual harm$29,315
  1. F725Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.Nursing and Physician ServicesE · patternCorrected Mar 16, 2024
  2. F755Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.Pharmacy ServiceD · isolatedCorrected Mar 16, 2024
  3. F760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.Pharmacy ServiceE · patternCorrected Mar 16, 2024
  4. F804Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.Nutrition and DietaryE · patternCorrected Mar 16, 2024
  5. F574The resident has the right to receive notices in a format and a language he or she understands.Resident RightsC · widespreadCorrected Mar 16, 2024
  6. F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationD · isolatedCorrected Mar 16, 2024
  7. F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Mar 16, 2024
  8. F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Mar 16, 2024
  9. F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Mar 16, 2024
  10. F692Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.Quality of Life and CareG · isolatedCorrected Mar 16, 2024
  11. F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected Mar 16, 2024
Jun 15, 20237 citationsCycle 2worst G · actual harm$26,894
  1. F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Quality of Life and CareG · isolatedCorrected Jul 7, 2023
  2. F692Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.Quality of Life and CareG · isolatedCorrected Jul 20, 2023
  3. F742Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Jul 7, 2023
  4. F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlE · patternCorrected Jul 7, 2023
  5. F584Honor 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.Resident RightsE · patternCorrected Jul 7, 2023
  6. F282Provide care by qualified persons according to each resident's written plan of care.Resident Assessment and Care PlanningE · patternCorrected Jul 7, 2023
  7. F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected Jul 7, 2023
Apr 21, 202213 citationsCycle 3worst K · immediate jeopardy
  1. F744Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia.Quality of Life and CareG · isolatedCorrected May 20, 2022
  2. F758Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.Pharmacy ServiceE · patternCorrected May 19, 2022
  3. F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Nutrition and DietaryF · widespreadCorrected May 19, 2022
  4. F835Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.AdministrationF · widespreadCorrected May 19, 2022
  5. F867Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.AdministrationF · widespreadCorrected May 19, 2022
  6. Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected May 19, 2022
  7. F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Infection ControlF · widespreadCorrected May 20, 2022
  8. F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and ExploitationK · patternCorrected May 20, 2022
  9. F679Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.Quality of Life and CareD · isolatedCorrected May 19, 2022
  10. F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Quality of Life and CareE · patternCorrected May 19, 2022
  11. F692Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.Quality of Life and CareG · isolatedCorrected May 19, 2022
  12. F726Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.Nursing and Physician ServicesF · widespreadCorrected May 19, 2022
  13. F742Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with mental disorder or psychosocial adjustment difficulty, or who has a history of trauma and/or post-traumatic stress disorder.Quality of Life and CareG · isolatedCorrected May 19, 2022

Staffing

From quarterly payroll reports

Hours per resident per day

  • All nursing staffRNs, LPNs and aides combined3.63hrsAbove 59% of peers−0.10 vs CO avg
  • Registered nursesRN hours only0.81hrsAbove 57% of peers−0.02 vs CO avg
  • Licensed practical nursesLPN hours0.54hrs
  • Nurse aidesCNA hours2.28hrs
  • Weekend nursingAll staff on Saturdays and Sundays3.25hrs
  • Colorado average
  • Research benchmark (4.10 total, 0.75 RN)

Turnover & capacity

  • Nursing staff turnoverShare who left within a year · lower is better65%Above only 10% of peersCO avg 49%
  • RN turnoverRegistered nurses only73%Not ranked by CMS
  • Administrators who leftIn the past year1Leadership changed
  • Occupancy58 certified beds · ~36 residents a day62%Above only 15% of peersCO avg 79%

Fines & penalties

Roughly the past three years

Enforcement summary

  • $147,859In fines
  • 4Fines
  • 0Payment denials
  • $25,587CO avg in fines
Above only 2% of peersFewer fines than 2% of rated homes in Colorado

Actions on record

  1. Nov 25, 2024Civil money penalty$54,990
  2. Aug 7, 2024Civil money penalty$36,660
  3. Feb 9, 2024Civil money penalty$29,315
  4. Jun 15, 2023Civil money penalty$26,894

Ownership

As filed with CMS

Structure

Ownership type
For profit - Corporation
Chain
Independent
Certification
Medicare and Medicaid
Location type
Rural
Ownership change
None in the last 12 months

People and entities on file

Direct owners (5%+)
  • Senex Foundation INC
Operational or managerial control
  • Senex Foundation INC
Corporate officers
  • Mitchell Friedman
Managing employees
  • Jonathan Friedman

Person Organization

Sources & notes

Public data, updated quarterly

Data sources

  • CMS Care Compare · Provider InformationStar ratings, staffing hours, turnover, penalties and flags · processed February 2026.
  • CMS Health CitationsEvery deficiency from the last three inspection cycles, with scope, severity and inspection cycle.
  • CMS Penalties and Ownership filesCivil money penalties, payment denials, and the owners and managers on file.

Notes

  • CMS Certification Number 065384 · 943 W 8TH DR, CRAIG, CO, 81625.
  • Percentiles compare this facility with every rated nursing home in Colorado and Moffat County. Turnover and fines are inverted so a high percentile is always good.
  • This is an informational summary of public data, not medical, legal, or placement advice. Facilities cannot pay to change it; a facility that believes a record is wrong can dispute it with CMS.

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