About Cobalt Lodge Health Care and Rehabilitation Center
Cobalt Lodge Health Care And Rehabilitation Center, located in COBALT, CT, is a for-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
Why Families Choose Cobalt Lodge Health Care and Rehabilitation Center
Key Performance Indicators
- CMS Overall Rating 1 Stars
- Nursing Hours 2.03 hrs
- Safety Record Issues
Chain Affiliations & Network
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Nursing Staff Analysis
Staffing levels are a critical indicator of quality care. We analyze the daily hours of care provided by Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), and Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs).
Below Average Staffing
Cobalt Lodge Health Care and Rehabilitation Center provides less care hours than the state average and less than the national average.
Registered Nurses (RN)
Licensed Practical Nurses
Certified Assistants
CMS Quality Ratings
| Category | Rating | Stars |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 1 |
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| Health Inspection | 1 |
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| Quality Measures | 2 |
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| Staffing | 1 |
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Health Inspection History
| Inspection Cycle | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (Most Recent) | 263 | Nov 19, 2024 |
| Weighted Average | 214 | Combined Score |
Detailed Quality Measures
Rates are from CMS quality measures (claims-based and MDS-based) for the reporting period ending Jun 01, 2026. Some measures may be omitted when CMS does not report a numeric rate for this facility.
Medicare claims-based measures
Typically includes short-stay outcomes, hospitalizations, and ED use from Medicare claims.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursi... (QM521) | 23.6% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) | 10.1% |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) | 3.1% |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) | 3.0% |
MDS-based measures
Resident assessment data; often used for long-stay care quality.
| Measure | Rate |
|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activit... (QM401) | 41.7% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) | 4.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) | 0.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) | 3.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) | 2.7% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained (QM409) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with ma... (QM410) | 9.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) | 39.4% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) | 21.3% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) | 0.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451) | 34.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) | 28.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) | 89.7% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) | 55.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) | 4.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) | 33.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) | 16.4% |
Complaints & Deficiencies
Complaint History by Year
This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.
Summary:
- 2023: 2 complaints
- 2024: 3 complaints
- 2025: 7 complaints
- Total: 12 complaints on record
Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Oct 01, 2025 | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. |
| Oct 01, 2025 | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. |
| Oct 01, 2025 | Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. |
| Oct 01, 2025 | Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention. |
| Sep 30, 2025 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| Sep 09, 2025 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. |
| Sep 09, 2025 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| Jun 28, 2024 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. |
| Jan 16, 2024 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. |
| Jan 08, 2024 | Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. |
| Sep 20, 2023 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. |
| Sep 20, 2023 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident?s preferences and goals. |
Nearby Hospitals
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WEST HAVEN VA MEDICAL CENTER
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WILLIAM W BACKUS HOSPITAL
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HARTFORD HOSPITAL
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MANCHESTER MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
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YALE-NEW HAVEN HOSPITAL
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CONNECTICUT CHILDRENS MEDICAL CENTER
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NATCHAUG HOSPITAL
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Owner & Operator Information
Business Entity
Z INCORPORATED
Ownership Structure
- JOYCE ZGORSKI Direct: 10%
- MARC ZGORSKI Direct: 45%
- TODD ZGORSKI Direct: 45%
Management & Direction
- JOYCE ZGORSKI CORPORATE OFFICER
- MARC ZGORSKI CORPORATE OFFICER
- TODD ZGORSKI W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE
- TODD ZGORSKI CORPORATE OFFICER
Associated Doctors
Local Comparison
| Facility | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Bride Brook Rehabilitation and Nursing Center | N/A | 5 |
| Southington Care Center | N/A | 5 |
| Maple View Health and Rehabilitation Center | N/A | 5 |
| Milford Health and Rehabilitation Center | N/A | 5 |
| Leeway, Inc | N/A | 5 |
| 60 West | N/A | 5 |
| Chestelm Health and Rehabilitation Center | N/A | 5 |
| Orange Health Care Center | N/A | 5 |
| Evergreen Woods | N/A | 5 |
| Livewell Connecticut | N/A | 5 |
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Noted Deficiencies
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Nursing Hours Analysis
Detailed breakdown of staffing hours per resident by role.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Skilled Nursing Care: 24/7 medical supervision and complex medical treatments
- Long-term Residential Care: Assistance with daily living activities for extended stays
- Short-term Rehabilitation: Recovery services after hospital stays or surgeries
- Memory Care: Specialized programs for residents with dementia and Alzheimer's disease
- Level of care needed (skilled nursing vs. long-term care)
- Room type (private vs. semi-private)
- Insurance coverage (Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance)
- Length of stay and specific services required
For current rates and to discuss payment options, contact Cobalt Lodge Health Care and Rehabilitation Center directly at 8602679034. Their admissions team can help determine coverage and out-of-pocket expenses.
Environment & Cleanliness
- Overall cleanliness and odors
- Resident room conditions
- Common area maintenance
- Safety features and accessibility
Staff & Care Quality
- Staff-to-resident ratios
- How staff interact with residents
- Response time to resident needs
- Staff knowledge and professionalism
Ask to speak with current residents and their families, tour at different times of day, and review the facility's most recent inspection reports.