The Vardell Report.Hilltop Park Post Acute

Across 6 inspections from December 2022 to June 2026, state surveyors documented 36 findings at Hilltop Park Post Acute; 36 have a recorded correction; CMS lists 3 enforcement actions in the window.

Inspections

6

2022–2026, standard and complaint

Findings

36

Deficiencies cited by state inspectors

Corrected

36

Of 36 findings, with a recorded correction date

Penalties

3

2 fines; payment not published, 1 closed

Every inspection in the record window, newest first. A finding is a deficiency an inspector cited. CMS publishes what a complaint investigation cited, not what the complaint alleged.

1. Jun 252026

   Standard health inspection

   9 findings

   The same visit included a complaint investigation.

   • F803Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 24, 2026
   • 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.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 24, 2026
   • 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.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 24, 2026
   • F812Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 24, 2026
   • F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 24, 2026
   • F583Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 24, 2026
   • F628Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 24, 2026
   • F685Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 24, 2026
   • F690Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 24, 2026

   Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

2. Dec 42025

   Complaint investigation

   1 finding

   • F565Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 10, 2025

   Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

3. Jul 292024

   Complaint investigation

   12 findings

   • F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Level GActual harmCorrected Sep 6, 2024
   • 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.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 6, 2024
   • F940Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff members.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 6, 2024
   • F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 6, 2024
   • F622Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 6, 2024
   • F661Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 6, 2024
   • F568Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 6, 2024
   • F623Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 6, 2024
   • F624Prepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 6, 2024
   • F660Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 6, 2024
   • F774Help the resident with transportation to and from laboratory services outside of the facility.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 6, 2024
   • F867Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Sep 6, 2024

   Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

4. Mar 72024

   Standard health inspection

   8 findings

   The same visit included a complaint investigation.

   • F695Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.Level KImmediate jeopardyCorrected Mar 15, 2024
   • F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Level FNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 30, 2024
   • F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 30, 2024
   • 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.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 30, 2024
   • F658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 30, 2024
   • F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 30, 2024
   • F685Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 30, 2024
   • F693Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 30, 2024

   Enforcement Action

   Civil money penalty, $12,935 imposed March 7, 2024. CMS publishes the fine, not whether it has been paid. CMS does not tie a penalty to a survey; listed with the standard health inspection of March 7, 2024, the nearest before the penalty date.

   Enforcement Action

   Civil money penalty, $53,372 imposed July 29, 2024. CMS publishes the fine, not whether it has been paid. CMS does not tie a penalty to a survey; listed with the standard health inspection of March 7, 2024, the nearest before the penalty date.

   Enforcement Action

   Denial of payment imposed July 29, 2024. Status: Closed, September 6, 2024. CMS does not tie a penalty to a survey; listed with the standard health inspection of March 7, 2024, the nearest before the penalty date.

   Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

5. Oct 252023

   Complaint investigation

   1 finding

   • F645PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual DisabilitiesLevel DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Nov 11, 2023

   Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

6. Dec 152022

   Standard health inspection

   5 findings

   • F582Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Feb 24, 2023
   • F645PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual DisabilitiesLevel DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Feb 15, 2023
   • F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 10, 2023
   • F677Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Feb 24, 2023
   • F883Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Feb 24, 2023

   Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

Severity levels follow the CMS scope and severity grid. A–C: potential for minimal harm. D–F: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. G–I: actual harm. J–L: immediate jeopardy.

A repeated citation can merit attention, but context and corrective action must be reviewed before drawing a conclusion.

1. 1

   Pre-Admission Screening, Cited in Two Inspections

   Inspectors cited F645 in December 2022 and October 2023. This citation covers the required screening for mental illness or intellectual disability before admission (PASARR). None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

   222324242526F645 across all 6 inspections, oldest to newest
2. 2

   Citation F685, Cited in Two Inspections

   Inspectors cited F685 in March 2024 and June 2026. The agency describes it this way: Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

   222324242526F685 across all 6 inspections, oldest to newest
3. 3

   Medication Labeling and Storage, Cited in Two Inspections

   Inspectors cited F761 in March 2024 and June 2026. This citation covers how drugs are labeled and kept locked, including controlled drugs. None rose above level E (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

   222324242526F761 across all 6 inspections, oldest to newest
4. 4

   Infection Control, Cited in Two Inspections

   Inspectors cited F880 in March 2024 and June 2026. This citation covers hand hygiene, isolation practice and the home’s infection-prevention program. None rose above level F (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

   222324242526F880 across all 6 inspections, oldest to newest

Bring these to the tour. Each one comes from something in the record; the reason is under the question.

1. 01

   Was the required pre-admission screening done for every resident, and how is it tracked?

   Pre-Admission Screening: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D.

2. 02

   What changed after F685 was cited, and how do you check it now?

   Citation F685: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D.

3. 03

   How are medications stored and secured, and who checks the medication carts?

   Medication Labeling and Storage: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level E.

4. 04

   Who leads infection control here, and how often are hand-hygiene and isolation practices audited?

   Infection Control: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level F.

5. 05

   How many nurses and aides are on each shift, including nights and weekends, for the unit we are considering?

   No staffing citation appears in this window. Staffing levels are published separately by CMS and are worth asking about directly.

6. 06

   What led to the 2024 fine, and has it been paid?

   A $53,372 civil money penalty was imposed July 29, 2024. CMS publishes the fine, not whether it has been paid. The record holds three enforcement actions in the window.

Inspection results and penalties are published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services from surveys conducted by the Colorado state survey agency.

• Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  Colorado state survey agency

  Inspection Dec 15, 2022 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

• Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  Colorado state survey agency

  Inspection Oct 25, 2023 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

• Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  Colorado state survey agency

  Inspection Mar 7, 2024 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

• Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  Colorado state survey agency

  Inspection Jul 29, 2024 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

• Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  Colorado state survey agency

  Inspection Dec 4, 2025 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

• Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  Colorado state survey agency

  Inspection Jun 25, 2026 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

• Penalties, Provider Data Catalog

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

  Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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• Provider Information, Provider Data Catalog

  Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services · 065241

  Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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Historical coverage varies by agency and location. Missing records do not mean that no complaint or violation occurred.

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