Brighton Care Center
Brighton, CO · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 065240) · 108 certified beds
Health inspection: 4 · Quality measures: 5 · Staffing: 1
Federal fines: 1 totaling $38,812
Phone: (303) 659-4580 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Brighton Care Center has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, above the Colorado state average of 3.13. Its health inspection rating is 4 stars, while its staffing rating is 1 star.
Brighton Care Center reports 3.26 total nurse hours per resident per day, including 0.48 RN hours per resident per day, which corresponds to a CMS staffing rating of 1 star. CMS has not reported a nursing staff turnover percentage for this facility.
Brighton Care Center has 1 federal fine on record totaling $38,812.00, with no payment denials reported. CMS does not display an abuse icon for this facility, and it is not listed in the Special Focus program.
About this facility
Brighton Care Center is a 108-bed skilled nursing facility in Brighton, Colorado (Adams County), operating as a for-profit corporation and certified for both Medicare and Medicaid since June 1988. On average, 88.7 residents live at the facility.
According to CMS Care Compare, Brighton Care Center holds an overall star rating of 4 out of 5, which is above the Colorado state average of 3.13. The facility's health inspection rating is 4 stars, its quality measure (QM) rating is 5 stars, and its staffing rating is 1 star. This low staffing star reflects reported nurse staffing hours of 3.25713 total nurse hours per resident per day, including 0.47903 RN hours per resident per day.
On penalties, CMS records show 1 federal fine totaling $38,812.00, and no payment denials on record.
Brighton Care Center is part of The Ensign Group chain, which operates 342 facilities nationally with an average chain rating of 3.2 stars. There has been no change of ownership in the past 12 months, so current ratings reflect the current operator.
This profile is based on CMS Care Compare data; families should consult Care Compare directly for the most current inspection results, staffing figures, and penalty history before making a decision.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
Brighton Care Center has an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, above Colorado's state average of 3.13.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
Brighton Care Center is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
The facility reports 3.25713 total nurse hours and 0.47903 RN hours per resident per day, earning a 1-star staffing rating; turnover data was not provided.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
Yes, CMS records 1 fine totaling $38,812.00 and no payment denials.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
No abuse icon or Special Focus status is recorded for Brighton Care Center in the provided data.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
It is certified for 108 beds with an average daily census of 88.7 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
Brighton Care Center is a for-profit corporation and part of The Ensign Group, a chain of 342 facilities with an average rating of 3.2 stars.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
It was first approved for Medicare/Medicaid certification on June 1, 1988.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS assigns an overall rating plus three component ratings — health inspections, staffing, and quality measures; Brighton Care Center scores 4, 4, 1, and 5 respectively.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
This detail is not included in the CMS data provided; contact the facility at 3036594580 and verify on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
The data provided does not cover tour details; contact the facility at 3036594580 to arrange a visit.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review the latest ratings and inspection reports at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/065240?state=CO.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Star ratings, staffing hours, and penalty records are CMS's official published measures. Always tour the facility, review the current inspection record, and verify details with Medicare before making care decisions.