Quick answers
- Where is Lakeside Post Acute?
- 6270 W 38th Ave, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033, in Jefferson County, Colorado.
- What is the phone number of Lakeside Post Acute?
- (303) 421-2272, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Lakeside Post Acute?
- Medicare overall rating: 3 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Lakeside Post Acute been fined?
- Medicare lists 2 fines totaling $14,058.
- What did inspectors find at Lakeside Post Acute?
- In its last three inspection cycles (February 9, 2023 to June 25, 2026), Medicare lists 30 health citations; the most serious was level J. 2 were level G or higher (actual harm or immediate jeopardy). See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
Medicare ratings, explained
Star ratings are one piece of information. Visit, ask questions and talk with your doctor about what matters for your care.
Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (February 9, 2023 to June 25, 2026), Lakeside Post Acute had 30 health citations; the most serious was level J (immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety). 2 of them were level G or higher (actual harm or immediate jeopardy). It was fined $14,058 in total (2 fines, the latest on February 12, 2025). Nurse staffing is 3.28 hours per resident per day; the Colorado average is 3.69 and the national average is 3.90.
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Data Catalog, data updated October 1, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026.
Inspection history: last three cycles
State inspectors visit about once a year and also investigate complaints. Each citation (deficiency) has a tag number and a letter, A to L. The letter shows how serious the problem was and how many residents it affected.
What the letters A to L mean
| Seriousness | Isolated (a few residents) | Pattern (some) | Widespread (many) |
|---|---|---|---|
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | D | E | F |
| Actual harm to residents | G | H | I |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
Source: the scope and severity grid Medicare (CMS) uses for nursing home citations.
Most recent cycle: June 25, 2026 — 13 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: December 5, 2025 (complaint investigation); March 26, 2026 (complaint investigation); June 25, 2026 (standard health inspection).
Show 13 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0812 Level F
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0865 Level F
“Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.”
F0880 Level F
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0945 Level F
“Include as part of its infection prevention and control program, mandatory training that includes written standards, policies, and procedures for the program.”
F0761 Level E
“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.”
F0559 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.”
F0561 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.”
F0628 Level D
“Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.”
F0677 Level D
“Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.”
F0686 Level D
“Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.”
F0759 Level D
“Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.”
F0610 Level D
“Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.”
F0600 Level D
“Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.”
Previous cycle: July 2, 2024 — 11 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: July 2, 2024 (standard health inspection); October 21, 2024 (complaint investigation); February 12, 2025 (complaint investigation).
F0689 Level J
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety; isolated (a few residents) · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
F0760 Level G
“Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.”
actual harm to residents; isolated (a few residents) · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies
Show 9 less serious citations (levels A to F)
F0812 Level E
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0880 Level E
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0921 Level E
“Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.”
F0622 Level D
“Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.”
F0583 Level D
“Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.”
F0657 Level D
“Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.”
F0689 Level D
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
F0698 Level D
“Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.”
F0791 Level D
“Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.”
Earlier cycle: February 9, 2023 — 6 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: February 9, 2023 (standard health inspection); July 2, 2024 (complaint investigation).
Show 6 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0761 Level E
“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.”
F0812 Level E
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0880 Level E
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0883 Level E
“Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.”
F0600 Level D
“Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.”
F0677 Level D
“Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.”
Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.
Full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare →
Fire safety citations (29)
K0353 Level F
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0521 Level F
“Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.”
K0918 Level F
“Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.”
K0222 Level E
“Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.”
K0324 Level E
“Provide properly protected cooking facilities.”
K0911 Level E
“Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.”
E0037 Level F
“Establish staff and initial training requirements.”
E0039 Level F
“Conduct testing and exercise requirements.”
K0211 Level F
“Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency.”
K0223 Level F
“Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.”
K0291 Level F
“Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.”
K0293 Level F
“Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.”
K0311 Level F
“Have an enclosure around a vertical opening shaft.”
K0321 Level F
“Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.”
K0324 Level F
“Provide properly protected cooking facilities.”
K0353 Level F
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0363 Level F
“Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.”
K0741 Level F
“Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.”
K0911 Level F
“Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.”
K0923 Level F
“Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.”
K0271 Level E
“Have exits that are accessible at all times.”
K0293 Level E
“Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs.”
K0911 Level E
“Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems.”
K0353 Level D
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0355 Level D
“Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes.”
K0363 Level D
“Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.”
K0372 Level D
“Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.”
K0511 Level D
“Have properly installed electrical wiring and gas equipment.”
K0741 Level D
“Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed.”
Fines and payment denials
Total fines over about the last three years: $14,058 (2 fines). A payment denial means Medicare stopped paying for new admissions for a time.
| Date | Penalty | Amount or length |
|---|---|---|
| February 12, 2025 | Fine | $9,235 |
| October 21, 2024 | Fine | $4,823 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Penalties file, data updated October 1, 2026.
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from the payroll records nursing homes send to Medicare, next to the state and national averages.
| Measure | This home | Colorado | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.47 | 0.81 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 0.78 | 0.68 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.03 | 2.20 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 3.28 | 3.69 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 2.95 | 3.26 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.35 | 0.60 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 55.4% | 47.0% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 53.8% | 44.4% | 42.5% |
| Administrators who left in the last year | 0.0 | 0.5 | 0.5 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Owners and operator
Part of a group of 277 nursing homes: Pacs Group.
Legal business name: Wheat Ridge Healthcare LLC.
Owners and managers Medicare lists (2)
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centennial Master Tenant, LLC | Direct owner | 100% | October 11, 2022 |
| Providence Group NH, LLC | Indirect owner | 100% | June 30, 2023 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Ownership file, data updated October 1, 2026. Only owners with an ownership interest and management companies are shown.
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Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 78 |
| Average residents per day | 59 |
| Takes part in | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Ownership | For profit – limited liability company |
| Group or chain (affiliated entity) | Pacs Group |
| Legal business name | Wheat Ridge Healthcare LLC |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 1990-01-26 |
| Resident and family councils | Resident council |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 6270 W 38th Ave, Wheat Ridge, CO 80033 |
| County | Jefferson County |
| State | Colorado |
| Phone | (303) 421‑2272 |
| CMS Certification Number | 065273 |
| Name in Medicare records | LAKESIDE POST ACUTE |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
What to ask when you call or visit
A general checklist for any nursing home, not advice about this one. Medicare also publishes guides on medicare.gov.
- Is the home certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid, and does it have a bed for the care you need (short-term rehab or long-term care)?
- Can you see the latest state inspection report? Ask how any problems found were fixed.
- How many nurses and aides work on each shift, at night and on weekends? Is there a registered nurse on site at all times?
- Which doctors see residents, and how often? What happens in a medical emergency, and which hospital is used?
- What therapy (physical, occupational, speech) is offered, and how many days a week?
- Are residents clean, dressed and taking part in activities? Do staff speak to them kindly and answer call lights quickly?
- What do the daily rate and extra services cost, and what do Medicare, Medicaid or your insurance pay? Ask for it in writing.
- Is there a resident council and a family council? How are complaints handled? Ask for the long-term care ombudsman’s contact.
- Are meals appetizing, and can the home meet special diets, language needs and religious or cultural preferences?
- Visit more than once, including at a mealtime or in the evening, without an appointment.
Other nursing homes nearby
By straight-line distance (not driving distance).
- The Rehabilitation Center at Sandalwood0.5 mi · Wheat Ridge, CO · 4 of 5 stars
- Wheatridge Care Center0.9 mi · Wheat Ridge, CO · 3 of 5 stars
- Cambridge Care Center1.9 mi · Lakewood, CO · 3 of 5 stars
- Edgewater Health and Rehabilitation1.9 mi · Lakewood, CO · 5 of 5 stars
- Harmony Pointe Care Center1.9 mi · Lakewood, CO · 3 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- Intermountain Health Lutheran Hospital1.0 mi · Wheat Ridge, CO · Acute Care Hospital
- Centura Health-St Anthony Hospital4.7 mi · Lakewood, CO · Acute Care Hospital
- Orthocolorado Hospital at St Anthony Medical Campus4.7 mi · Lakewood, CO · Acute Care Hospital
Sources
- Provider Information — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare profile of this provider
- Health Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Fire Safety Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Penalties — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Ownership — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- State US Averages — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Survey Summary — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Citation Code Look-up — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Inspection Dates — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13