About William E Christofferson Salt Lake Veterans Home
William E Christofferson Salt Lake Veterans Home, located in Salt Lake City, UT, is a for-profit organization that accepts Medicare and Medicaid.
Why Families Choose William E Christofferson Salt Lake Veterans Home
- High Quality Care: With a 5-star CMS rating, this facility demonstrates high standards.
- Top Ranked: Ranked #10 out of 43 facilities within 25 miles.
- More Nursing Time: Staff spends 4.24 hours per resident daily (National Avg: 3.87).
Key Performance Indicators
- CMS Overall Rating 5 Stars
- Nursing Hours 4.24 hrs
- Safety Record Clean
Chain Affiliations & Network
This facility is part of the AVALON HEALTH CARE network. This chain operates 15 facilities.
Chain Performance Overview
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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).
Above Average Staffing
William E Christofferson Salt Lake Veterans Home provides more care hours than the state average and more than the national average.
Registered Nurses (RN)
Licensed Practical Nurses
Certified Assistants
CMS Quality Ratings
| Category | Rating | Stars |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Rating | 5 |
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| Health Inspection | 4 |
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| Quality Measures | 5 |
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| Staffing | 5 |
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Health Inspection History
| Inspection Cycle | Score | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (Most Recent) | 40 | Feb 28, 2024 |
| Weighted Average | 34 | Combined Score |
Detailed Quality Measures
Rates are from CMS quality measures (claims-based and MDS-based) for the reporting period ending May 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) | N/A |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency depar... (QM522) | N/A |
| Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days (QM551) | 0.1% |
| Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resi... (QM552) | 0.0% |
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) | 11.7% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight (QM404) | 3.4% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in t... (QM406) | 0.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (QM407) | 2.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms (QM408) | 7.3% |
| 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) | 3.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the p... (QM415) | 100.0% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the... (QM430) | 100.0% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic m... (QM434) | 2.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently wo... (QM451) | 10.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnoti... (QM452) | 10.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the s... (QM454) | 100.0% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately g... (QM472) | 100.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (QM479) | 2.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder... (QM480) | 25.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medicati... (QM481) | 4.8% |
Complaints & Deficiencies
Complaint History by Year
This chart shows the number of complaints filed each year.
Summary:
- 2025: 1 complaint
- Total: 1 complaints on record
Recent Complaints (Since Jan 2023)
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| Oct 16, 2025 | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. |
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Owner & Operator Information
Business Entity
AVALON CARE CENTER - VA SALT LAKE II LLC
Ownership Structure
- AVALON VA MANAGEMENT LLC Direct: NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED
- AVALON VETERANS SERVICES L.L.C. Direct: NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED
- CHARLES KIRTON Direct: NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED
Management & Direction
- AVALON HEALTH CARE MANAGEMENT INC. OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL
- HAROLD BURTON CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- PETER COOKE CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- DAVID DANGERFIELD CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- CHRISTIE FRANKLIN CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- ALAN HASH CORPORATE OFFICER
- CHARLES KIRTON CORPORATE OFFICER
- CHARLES KIRTON CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- HYRUM KIRTON CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- MARY OWENS CORPORATE OFFICER
- SEBASTIAN PAQUETTE CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- NORALYN SNOW W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE
- ANNE STUART CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- ANNE STUART CORPORATE OFFICER
- BRIAN SWINTON CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- CARL TIPPETS CORPORATE DIRECTOR
- ROBERT WOLTIL CORPORATE DIRECTOR
Associated Doctors
Local Comparison
| Facility | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Aspen Ridge Transitional Rehab | N/A | 5 |
| Stonehenge of South Jordan | N/A | 4 |
| Aspen Ridge West Transitional Rehab | N/A | 5 |
| Little Cottonwood Rehabilitation and Nursing | N/A | 5 |
| South Davis Specialty Care | N/A | 5 |
| Copper Ridge Health Care | N/A | 5 |
| Monument Healthcare Stonecreek | N/A | 5 |
| Fairfield Village Rehabilitation | N/A | 4 |
| Highland Care Center | N/A | 5 |
| William E Christofferson Salt Lake Veterans Home | N/A | 5 |
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Ownership Details
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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 William E Christofferson Salt Lake Veterans Home directly at 8015841900. 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
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