Cedars Healthcare Center
Lakewood, Jefferson County, Colorado · CCN 065202 · For-profit (LLC) · part of Stellar Senior Living (7 facilities, chain average 2.3 stars)
CMS rates Cedars Healthcare Center 3 of 5 overall as of August 2026. 130 certified beds, 108 residents a day on average. 43 citations on record from the current inspection cycles, 2 at immediate jeopardy; 2 fines totalling $55,908.
On record
- No health inspection in more than two years, by CMS’s own flag.
CMS’s ratings
The Five-Star Quality Rating System, as CMS publishes it. Where CMS gives no rating, the reason CMS gives is printed instead.
| Overall | ★★★☆☆ 3 of 5 |
|---|---|
| Health inspections | ★★☆☆☆ 2 of 5 |
| Staffing | ★★★★☆ 4 of 5 |
| Quality measures | ★★★★★ 5 of 5 |
| Quality: long-stay / short-stay | 5 / — of 5 |
Staffing
| Total nurse staffing | 3.17817 hours per resident per day |
|---|---|
| Registered nurses | 0.51471 hours per resident per day |
| Weekend total | 3.14115 hours per resident per day |
| Nursing staff turnover | 26.7% (registered nurses 9.1%) |
| Administrators who left | 0 |
Citations from health inspections
Each is a finding by a state surveyor on the date shown, in CMS’s words. The severity is CMS’s scope-and-severity grid, spelled out: harm on the left, how widespread on the right.
| Survey | Finding | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-11 complaint survey |
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0550 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has plan of correction 2026-07-25 |
| 2026-06-11 complaint survey |
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · tag F0609 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has plan of correction 2026-07-25 |
| 2025-07-16 complaint survey |
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0684 |
J Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-08-13 |
| 2025-07-16 complaint survey |
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · tag F0842 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-08-08 |
| 2024-08-20 complaint survey |
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0684 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-09-09 |
| 2024-03-19 complaint survey |
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · tag F0880 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-04-28 |
| 2024-03-19 complaint survey |
Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · tag F0604 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-04-28 |
| 2024-03-19 complaint survey |
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · tag F0645 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-04-28 |
| 2024-03-19 complaint survey |
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0677 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-04-28 |
| 2024-03-19 complaint survey |
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0690 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-04-28 |
| 2024-03-19 complaint survey |
Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0699 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-04-28 |
| 2024-03-19 | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · tag F0761 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-04-28 |
| 2023-10-17 complaint survey |
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0684 |
J Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2023-11-09 |
| 2023-10-17 complaint survey |
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0676 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2023-11-09 |
| 2023-09-27 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. Infection Control Deficiencies · tag F0883 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2023-10-24 |
| 2022-12-01 | Honor 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 Rights Deficiencies · tag F0584 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2022-12-28 |
| 2022-12-01 | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0679 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2022-12-28 |
| 2022-12-01 | Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0680 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2022-12-28 |
| 2022-12-01 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · tag F0760 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2022-12-28 |
| 2022-12-01 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · tag F0880 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2023-01-09 |
| 2022-12-01 | Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care. Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0553 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2022-12-28 |
| 2022-12-01 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · tag F0600 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2022-12-28 |
| 2022-12-01 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0677 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2022-12-28 |
| 2022-12-01 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0689 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2022-12-28 |
| 2022-12-01 | Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0744 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2022-12-28 |
| 2021-08-18 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0550 |
G Actual harm that is not immediate jeopardy; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2021-09-17 |
| 2021-08-18 | Provide 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 Services Deficiencies · tag F0725 |
F No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; widespread | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2021-09-17 |
| 2021-08-18 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · tag F0880 |
F No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; widespread | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2021-09-17 |
| 2021-08-18 | Allow resident to participate in the development and implementation of his or her person-centered plan of care. Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0553 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2021-09-17 |
| 2021-08-18 | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0585 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2021-09-17 |
| 2021-08-18 | Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0676 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2021-09-17 |
| 2021-08-18 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0684 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2021-09-17 |
| 2021-08-18 | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0688 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2021-09-17 |
| 2021-08-18 | Ensure 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. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0693 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2021-09-17 |
| 2021-08-18 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0695 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2021-09-17 |
| 2021-08-18 | Provide medically-related social services to help each resident achieve the highest possible quality of life. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0745 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2021-09-17 |
| 2021-08-18 | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · tag F0761 |
E No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2021-09-17 |
| 2021-08-18 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · tag F0609 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2021-09-17 |
| 2021-08-18 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · tag F0610 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2021-09-17 |
| 2021-08-18 | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0679 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2021-09-17 |
| 2021-08-18 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · tag F0689 |
D No actual harm, with potential for more than minimal harm; isolated | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2021-09-17 |
| 2021-08-18 | The resident has the right to receive notices in a format and a language he or she understands. Resident Rights Deficiencies · tag F0574 |
C No actual harm, with potential for minimal harm; widespread | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2021-09-17 |
| 2021-08-18 | Honor 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 Rights Deficiencies · tag F0584 |
B No actual harm, with potential for minimal harm; pattern | Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2021-09-17 |
Fines and payment denials
| Date | Penalty | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-16 | Fine | $24,245 |
| 2023-09-27 | Fine | $31,663 |
Who owns and runs it
Every owner, officer and manager CMS lists, as filed. These are the names in CMS’s ownership record; anyone named in the ownership record can ask about it on the about page.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sptmnr Properties Trust Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 2024-01-01 |
| Charles Schwab Investment Management, Inc. Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 2024-03-22 |
| D.E. Shaw & Co., L.P. Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 2024-03-22 |
| Diversified Healthcare Trust Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 2020-01-01 |
| H/2 Special Opportunities IV L.P. Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 2024-03-22 |
| Snh Proj Lincoln Trs LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 2024-01-01 |
| Snh Trs Licensee Holdco LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 2020-01-01 |
| Snh Trs, Inc. Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | — | 2020-01-01 |
| Sptmnr Properties Trust Organization | adp of the snf | — | 2024-01-01 |
| Stellar Cedars Management LLC Organization | adp of the snf | — | 2025-04-14 |
| Stellar Senior Living B LLC Organization | adp of the snf | — | 2025-04-14 |
| Stellar V LLC Organization | adp of the snf | — | 2025-04-14 |
| Abp Trust Organization | operational/managerial control | — | 2024-03-22 |
| Blackrock Inc. Organization | operational/managerial control | — | 2024-03-22 |
| Charles Schwab Investment Management, Inc. Organization | operational/managerial control | — | 2024-03-22 |
| D.E. Shaw & Co., L.P. Organization | operational/managerial control | — | 2024-03-22 |
| Diversified Healthcare Trust Organization | operational/managerial control | — | 2020-01-01 |
| Flat Footed LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | — | 2024-03-22 |
| H/2 Special Opportunities IV L.P. Organization | operational/managerial control | — | 2024-03-22 |
| Snh Proj Lincoln Trs LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | — | 2024-01-01 |
| Snh Trs Licensee Holdco LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | — | 2020-01-01 |
| Snh Trs, Inc. Organization | operational/managerial control | — | 2020-01-01 |
| Sptmnr Properties Trust Organization | operational/managerial control | — | 2024-01-01 |
| Stellar Cedars Management LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | — | 2021-08-01 |
| Stellar Senior Living B LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | — | 2021-08-01 |
| Stellar V LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | — | 2021-08-01 |
| Vanguard Group Inc. Organization | operational/managerial control | — | 2024-03-22 |
| Benton, Evrett Individual | adp of the snf | — | 2021-08-01 |
| Bilotto, Christopher Individual | adp of the snf | — | 2024-01-01 |
| Branson, Marissa Individual | adp of the snf | — | 2021-08-01 |
| Brown, Matthew Individual | adp of the snf | — | 2023-10-01 |
| Clark, Jennifer Individual | adp of the snf | — | 2020-01-01 |
| Esfahani, Reza Individual | adp of the snf | — | 2025-01-01 |
| Makelky, Scott Individual | adp of the snf | — | 2026-05-01 |
| Portnoy, Adam Individual | adp of the snf | — | 2020-01-01 |
| Bilotto, Christopher Individual | corporate director | — | 2024-01-01 |
| Portnoy, Adam Individual | corporate director | — | 2020-01-01 |
| Bilotto, Christopher Individual | corporate officer | — | 2024-01-01 |
| Brown, Matthew Individual | corporate officer | — | 2023-10-01 |
| Clark, Jennifer Individual | corporate officer | — | 2020-01-01 |
| Benton, Evrett Individual | operational/managerial control | — | 2021-08-01 |
| Bilotto, Christopher Individual | operational/managerial control | — | 2024-01-01 |
| Branson, Marissa Individual | operational/managerial control | — | 2021-08-01 |
| Brown, Matthew Individual | operational/managerial control | — | 2023-10-01 |
| Clark, Jennifer Individual | operational/managerial control | — | 2020-01-01 |
| Esfahani, Reza Individual | operational/managerial control | — | 2025-01-01 |
| Makelky, Scott Individual | operational/managerial control | — | 2026-05-01 |
| Portnoy, Adam Individual | operational/managerial control | — | 2020-01-01 |
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Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Provider Data Catalog (public domain), files dated 2026-08-01. Ratings are CMS’s; citations are state surveyors’ findings; nothing here is estimated or a recommendation. Every nursing home in Jefferson County.