Accel at Longmont
Accel at Longmont
3.7 (110 reviews)
Skilled Nursing Facility • 76 Licensed Beds
1960 S Fordham St, Longmont, CO
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Accel at Longmont

Skilled Nursing Facility • 76 Licensed Beds
1960 S Fordham St,
Longmont, CO
CMS Medicare Ratings
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Accel at Longmont – Medicare Certified Since 2018

Accel at Longmont is a Medicare and Medicaid certified skilled nursing facility located in Longmont, Colorado. This facility has been serving the community for 8 years. A Medicare-certified skilled nursing facility provides 24-hour nursing care, rehabilitation services, and assistance with activities of daily living for patients who need skilled nursing or rehabilitation services on a daily basis.

This facility has 76 certified beds. Skilled nursing facilities provide 24-hour nursing care for patients who need rehabilitation services after a hospital stay or ongoing care for chronic conditions. Services include skilled nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and assistance with daily activities.

Staffing Levels: Based on CMS payroll data, this facility provides approximately 1.14 hours of total nursing care per resident per day (0.55 hours from CNAs, 0.21 hours from LPNs, 0.38 hours from RNs). Physical therapy staffing is 0.01 hours per resident per day. Higher staffing levels are generally associated with better quality outcomes.

Medicare Quality Ratings: According to CMS, Accel at Longmont has an overall quality rating of 1 out of 5 stars, which is much below average compared to other nursing homes nationwide. Individual category ratings are: health inspection: 1 stars, staffing: 1 stars, quality measures: 3 stars.

Medicare Coverage: Medicare covers skilled nursing facility care for up to 100 days following a qualifying hospital stay of at least 3 days. Days 1-20 are fully covered by Medicare, days 21-100 require a daily coinsurance payment. Many residents also use Medicaid, private insurance, or pay privately for long-term stays.

Questions to Ask: When visiting a nursing home, ask about: staff-to-resident ratios and RN coverage around the clock, how they handle medical emergencies, activities and therapy programs, how they communicate with families, their approach to falls prevention, and policies for managing resident complaints.

Visit Medicare Care Compare to view detailed ratings, inspection reports, staffing data, and compare this facility with others in the area.

Quality ratings and facility data are updated periodically by CMS. We recommend verifying current information at Medicare Care Compare.

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Local Comparison Snapshot

How Accel at Longmont compares to 11 facilities in Boulder, CO

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Measure
This Facility
Area Avg
Comparison
Overall Rating
Medicare 5-star rating
1
3.7
Quality Measures
Clinical outcomes & safety
3
4.2
Health Inspections
State survey results
1
3.4
Staffing
Nurse-to-resident ratio
1
3.4
Staffing Hours (per resident/day)
RN Hours
Registered nurses
0.38 hrs
0.89 hrs
LPN/LVN Hours
Licensed practical nurses
0.21 hrs
0.71 hrs
CNA Hours
Certified nursing assistants
0.55 hrs
2.45 hrs
Total Nursing Hours
CNA + LPN + RN combined
1.14 hrs
4.05 hrs
Agency/Contractor Usage
Lower agency use often indicates more stable, consistent care
RN Agency Use
% of RN hours from contractors
0 %
8.6 %
LPN/LVN Agency Use
% of LPN hours from contractors
0 %
15.3 %
CNA Agency Use
% of CNA hours from contractors
0.5 %
12.4 %
Staff Stability & Occupancy
Staff Turnover
Annual nursing staff turnover
82 %
50 %
Occupancy Rate
Percentage of beds filled
506 %
116 %
Financial Estimate
Based on CMS Cost Report data (for reference only)
Est. Daily Rate
Average cost per day
$567
$532
Estimate Only: This figure is calculated from cost reports and is for informational purposes only. Actual rates vary significantly. See details or contact the facility.
Better than Area
Near Average
Below Area Average

Data from CMS Medicare Compare and Payroll-Based Journal. Area averages based on 11 facilities in Boulder, CO.
Ratings and staffing data typically reflect the most recent quarterly reporting period available.

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Medicare Star Ratings

Official CMS ratings based on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures

Data as of December 2025

What do Medicare star ratings measure?
Medicare rates nursing homes on a 1-5 star scale based on three key areas: health inspection results, staffing levels, and quality measures like falls and infections.
How often are ratings updated?
CMS updates nursing home ratings monthly. Ratings can change based on new inspection results, staffing data from payroll records, and clinical quality outcomes.
Overall Rating
1/5
Quality Measures
3/5
Health Inspections
1/5
Staffing
1/5

Star Ratings History

Quarterly performance from 2013-2026

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Overall
Health Inspections
Quality
Staffing
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

How Does This Facility Compare?

Compared to 11 other nursing homes in Boulder, CO

Why compare to local facilities?
Local comparisons account for regional staffing markets and demographics. A facility performing above local averages often indicates strong management and quality care relative to area standards.
Accel at Longmont
Boulder, CO Average

Based on CMS Medicare star ratings. Higher ratings indicate better performance.

Staffing Hours per Resident Day

Accel at Longmont
Boulder, CO Average

Staffing data from CMS Payroll-Based Journal. Higher hours generally indicate more direct care time.

Staff Turnover Rate

Accel at Longmont
Boulder, CO Average

Lower turnover rates generally indicate a more stable workforce and better continuity of care.

Agency/Contract Staff Usage

Accel at Longmont
Boulder, CO Average

Lower agency usage often indicates better staff retention. High agency rates (>30%) may suggest staffing challenges.

Agency Staff Trends

Historical agency/contract staff usage by role

What does agency usage indicate?
Agency/contract staff fill temporary staffing gaps. Lower percentages typically indicate a stable, permanent workforce. Facilities with consistently high agency usage (>30%) may face staff retention challenges, though temporary spikes can occur during seasonal illness or transitions.
CNA
LPN
RN

Data from CMS Payroll-Based Journal (PBJ). Agency % = contractor hours / total hours.

Direct Care Staffing

Average minutes of direct nursing care per resident per day

Data as of December 2025

Understanding staffing levels: Higher staffing is associated with better quality outcomes. Research suggests around 4.1 hours of total nursing care per resident per day as a quality benchmark. Compare this facility's staffing to local averages to assess relative care levels.
33
minutes/day
CNAs
Certified Nursing Assistants
13
minutes/day
LPNs
Licensed Practical Nurses
23
minutes/day
RNs
Registered Nurses
0
minutes/day
PTs
Physical Therapists

Staffing Trends

Direct care minutes per resident per day

CNAs
LPNs
RNs
PTs
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

Occupancy Rate History

Average daily residents as a percentage of certified beds

Understanding occupancy: Higher occupancy can indicate strong community reputation and demand. Very low occupancy may affect financial stability, while extremely high occupancy could mean limited bed availability.
Accel at Longmont
Boulder, CO Average (116.4%)

Data from CMS Provider Info files. Occupancy = Average Residents per Day / Certified Beds.

Staff Turnover History

Annual percentage of nursing staff who left the facility

Data as of June 2025

Understanding turnover: Lower turnover rates generally indicate a more stable workforce and better continuity of care. High turnover can affect care quality and resident relationships. The national average for nursing homes is around 50-60%.
All Nursing Staff
Registered Nurses (RN)
Area Average

Data from CMS Payroll-Based Journal. Turnover = staff who left during the year / total staff.

Average Daily Rate

Average daily charge for care at this facility

Based on CMS Cost Report data (inpatient revenue ÷ total patient days)

FY 2023 Daily Rate
$567
per resident per day
Compared to 11 facilities in your area
Above local median ($532)
Daily Rate Trend (2018-2023)
Contact Facility for Actual Rates
This figure is an average calculated from cost reports and is for informational purposes only. Actual rates vary significantly based on level of care needed, room type, payer source (Medicare, Medicaid, private pay), and other factors. Please contact the facility directly for current pricing and availability.
How This Is Calculated
This average daily rate is calculated from CMS Cost Reports by dividing total inpatient revenue by total patient days. It represents an average across all payers and care levels. Higher rates may indicate more intensive care, specialized services, or regional cost factors.

Data Source: Financial data from CMS Skilled Nursing Facility Cost Reports. Data typically lags 1-2 years. This information is for educational purposes only and should not be the sole basis for financial or care decisions. CareListings does not guarantee accuracy.

Financial Health

Comprehensive financial indicators from CMS Cost Reports

Data from fiscal year 2023 (most recent available - cost report data lags ~2 years)

For-Profit Facility

Financial Summary

Metric This Facility Local Median Comparison
Operating Margin
Profitability ratio
-20% -5% Below
Net Income
Annual profit or loss
$-1,534,273 $115,269 Below
Staff Cost per Resident
Daily salary expense per resident
$190/day $195/day Lower
Occupancy Rate
Bed utilization percentage
506% 64% Higher
Est. Daily Rate
Average revenue per patient day
$567/day $532/day Higher
Total Beds
Licensed bed capacity
76 84 Smaller

Local comparisons based on 11 skilled nursing facilities in the Boulder, CO metro area

Revenue & Expenses

Net Patient Revenue
After adjustments & allowances
$7,652,227
Operating Expenses
Total operating costs
$9,203,326
Total Salaries
Staff compensation
$3,049,578

Payer Mix

Medicare
24%
Medicaid
1%
Private Pay & Other
75%

Operating Margin Trend (2018-2023)

Understanding Financial Health
Operating Margin: Percentage of revenue remaining after operating costs. Positive = profitable operations.
Staff Investment: Higher spending per resident often correlates with better care quality.
Payer Mix: Shows revenue sources. Higher Medicare % typically means more post-acute/rehab care; higher Medicaid % indicates more long-term care residents.
Nonprofit/Government: May operate with lower margins while still providing quality care due to community mission.

Data Source: All financial data on this page comes from CMS Skilled Nursing Facility Cost Reports submitted by the facility to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not be the sole basis for any financial or care decisions. Cost report data typically lags 1-2 years. CareListings does not guarantee the accuracy of this data.

Who Stays Here

Breakdown of residents by payment type

Based on fiscal year 2023 cost report data

Total Days
16,035
Medicare
Short-term skilled nursing
24%
Medicaid
Long-term care residents
1%
Private Pay / Other
Self-pay, insurance, VA
75%
Higher Medicare %
Indicates more short-term rehabilitation residents. Medicare typically covers up to 100 days of skilled nursing care after a hospital stay.
Higher Medicaid %
Indicates more long-term care residents. Medicaid covers nursing home care for those who qualify financially.

Average Length of Stay

How long residents typically stay at this facility

Based on fiscal year 2023 cost report data

Overall Average
38.00
days
Medicare Stays
29.00
days
Medicaid Stays
24.00
days
Total Admissions
411
Total Discharges
421
Medicare (Short-Term)
Medicare covers skilled nursing for rehabilitation after a hospital stay. Typical stays are 20-30 days for recovery from surgery, stroke, or illness.
Medicaid (Long-Term)
Medicaid covers long-term nursing home care for those who qualify. Many residents stay months or years, receiving ongoing daily care and support.

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Reviews

3.7 (110 reviews)
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LaSharn James a month ago

I am a new resident of Accel in Longmont. This facility is a safe haven from all of the truly dangerous and unsafe facilities that have been placed in. I’ve only been here for maybe three months and I’ve found that the staff is courteous, respectful, professional and very supportive to each resident. I’ve been treated with kindness, courtesy and compassion, since I’ve arrived at this facility. I can see myself being content to live my life here. Thank you to the staff who takes care of me everyday.

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John 4 months ago

Do NOT let your family or friends go to Accel. Ever since it was purchased by Cottonwood at the beginning of June 2025, it has turned into the absolute worst facility you could ever imagine. Administer Chadwick is the biggest game playing lier, who could care absolutely nothing about the residents, nor staff. Nor even the families of residents. Or even the facility. He will do anything he can to put a head in a bed. So as to look good and make any money he can, at the cost of people’s quality of life… even their lives. And will play any game he can to try and get people there. He puts on a total fake persona when he gives tours. It’s the only time he actually will be nice to residence, their family and staff is when he is giving a tour of a prospective new resident. Mental health patients are allowed in without being properly assessed. Which causes a big danger and so much more. You can go to him with some positive important information, or even a compliment about a staff member. He won’t even take a moment to listen and ignores what you say. And as all the amazing staff members quit. As he is so rude to them. And you can not at all trust him. Along with the fact that he will let anybody into the building as a resident, they are terribly overwhelmed. And because of this, and so much more, for their sanity, they must move on. And if anyone, to include residents and family cross him in his eyes, he is very vindictive. Our love one passed away as we were preparing to move them out of the now terrible Accel. For the well-being of anyone you care about, please stay far away.

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Becky Smith 4 months ago

We had my brother in law relocated to Accel in the last month. I know that Accel was bought out by another company. We are pleased with the staff and the care he is receiving.

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Shaye Waller 8 months ago

Do not send your loved ones to this rehabilitation facility! My mom told them she had insurance but they put her as private pay, taking a huge amount just to get her a bed. Come to find out, her insurance was going to cover her stay. After my sister contacted billing, the administration, etc. (which took weeks) she finally received an answer and we were told my mom wouldn't receive the full amount she paid back, even though the insurance company told us that Accel was paid in full. They finally sent my mom her check after a few months of dealing with this issue, and, they didn't even send it for the full amount! Basically, they "kept the change". So disappointing! We felt my mom was taken advantage of. We thought we were making a good choice. Do not make the same mistake we made when choosing Accel.

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Jim Roberts 11 months ago

DO NOT SEND ANYONE TO THIS FACILITY! MY LOVED ONE IS NOW IN HOSPICE The staff failed to identify a staph infection in my loved one, and it developed into sepsis. Accel is 4 or 5 miles from UCHealth, and staff couldn't be bothered to call an ambulance. But I did! Staff is rude and uncaring on the phone. Once I was even told by a RN that they didn't give a damn about my concerns! Management and social workers are gone by 3pm, so there is no one of authority to handle complaints later in the day, when most people are able to visit. The social worker never returned my phone calls or those of several facilities I was actively trying to transfer my loved on to. The facility is not secure and nobody was sitting at the front desk. I can not believe this place exists! Most facilities make you sign in, take your picture, and sign out--plus they only have one way in/out for the public, plus other entrances have coded locks...NOT ACCEL! IT IS A BEAUTIFUL FACILITY ON THE OUTSIDE, BUT IT IS A HELL HOLE ON THE INSIDE!!!

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