BLUESTEM VILLAGE
1 DARLENE DR, LA JUNTA, CO 81050
Data insights
BLUESTEM VILLAGE does not currently carry a CMS overall star rating on Care Compare (data as of 2026-04-01). Facilities remain unrated when they are too new to have completed a full inspection cycle, have undergone a change of ownership, or have insufficient resident-assessment data to compute the quality measures component. Absence of a rating is neither positive nor negative — it simply means CMS has not yet published enough verified data for the public algorithm to produce a score.
Located in LA JUNTA, Colorado, this facility operates 56 certified beds with an average daily census of roughly 22 residents — an occupancy rate of about 39%. The facility is classified under government - state ownership, a designation that can influence staffing patterns, reinvestment decisions, and admissions policy. Ownership type, bed certification (Medicare, Medicaid, or both), and geographic setting are frequently-requested context points that families weigh alongside the star rating when evaluating long-term care options.
On the regulatory side, federal and state surveyors have documented no deficiencies at this facility (0 total). CMS has levied no enforcement penalties over the equivalent window. Deficiencies are graded by scope and severity on CMS's F-tag scale, ranging from isolated, low-harm findings to widespread, immediate-jeopardy citations. Tracking deficiency volume alongside severity provides a more complete picture than star rating alone. Families considering this facility are encouraged to review the full inspection history on medicare.gov/care-compare and to request copies of the most recent survey reports directly from the administrator before making a placement decision.
The figures above come directly from the U.S. Centers for Medicare \& Medicaid Services Nursing Home Compare dataset for federal quality ratings, combined with the CareScout 2025 Cost of Care Survey of more than 15,000 elder-care providers nationwide and U.S. Census American Community Survey income data. Cost figures are monthly medians, refreshed annually with each new CareScout release; quality ratings are refreshed quarterly from the CMS Provider Information File. Read these state and county medians as benchmarks, then verify current rates with individual providers and consult care managers before making placement decisions. See our methodology for source vintage.
Facility details
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Beds | 56 |
| Residents | 22 |
| Ownership | Government - State |
| County | Otero |
| Penalties | 0 |
| Deficiencies | 0 |
Source: CMS Care Compare Nursing Homes (data as of 2026-04-01)
What do families ask most?
How much does a nursing home cost per month in Colorado? ▾
The median cost for a semi-private nursing home room in Colorado is $10,159 per month ($121,910 annually). A private room averages $12,182 per month. Costs are from the CareScout 2025 survey.
What services does BLUESTEM VILLAGE offer? ▾
BLUESTEM VILLAGE is a skilled nursing facility with 56 beds with approximately 22 current residents. It operates under government - state ownership. The facility has recorded 0 deficiencies and 0 penalties in CMS inspections.
Does BLUESTEM VILLAGE have any deficiencies or penalties? ▾
BLUESTEM VILLAGE has no deficiencies (0 total) and 0 penalties recorded by CMS. Deficiencies are identified during federal and state inspections and can range from minor issues to serious safety concerns. Fewer deficiencies generally indicate better regulatory compliance.
What are the alternatives to a nursing home in Colorado? ▾
In Colorado, alternatives include assisted living ($6,584/mo), home health aides ($7,913/mo), and adult day care ($2,275/mo). The right option depends on the level of medical care needed, budget, and personal preferences.
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Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare. Provider ID: 065436.
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