About University Heights Care Center
Nursing home overview and details
University Heights Care Center is a for-profit nursing home in Aurora, CO, serving Arapahoe County and the surrounding community. The facility has 105 certified beds with an average daily census of 89.7 residents.
University Heights Care Center has been Medicare and Medicaid certified since 1995, bringing 31 years of experience in long-term care. The facility is affiliated with VIVAGE SENIOR LIVING, which provides administrative support and oversight.
CMS has assigned this facility a 2-star quality rating. Families are encouraged to review the detailed quality and safety measures below. When choosing a nursing home in Aurora, CO, consider factors including quality ratings, staffing levels, safety record, and whether the facility meets your specific care needs.
At a Glance
Quality Ratings
CMS quality performance measures
Below Average
CMS Overall Nursing Home Rating
University Heights Care Center has received a 2-star overall quality rating from CMS. Families considering this facility may want to discuss quality improvement efforts with the administration and review the detailed inspection and staffing data below.
Health Inspection
Poor
Quality Measures
Excellent
Staffing
Very Good
Source: CMS Nursing Home Compare Data
Staffing
Nurse staffing hours and turnover
University Heights Care Center provides 2.94 total nursing hours per resident per day, of which 0.64 hours are from registered nurses. The facility reports a nurse turnover rate of 27.3%, which is lower than many facilities, suggesting staff stability. RN-specific turnover is 20.0%. Weekend staffing averages 2.52 hours per resident per day.
Safety & Compliance
Regulatory record and safety data
University Heights Care Center has been flagged for abuse-related concerns by CMS, and has received 1 fine totaling $9,315. Families should discuss these findings with the facility administration to understand what corrective actions have been taken and what improvements have been implemented. When evaluating nursing homes, it is important to consider the full picture — review quality ratings, staffing levels, and inspection history alongside the safety record to make an informed decision for your loved one.
Abuse Flag
This facility has been flagged for abuse-related concerns by CMS.
Doctors at University Heights Care Center
2 affiliated physicians
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Frequently Asked Questions
About University Heights Care Center
What is the CMS rating for University Heights Care Center?
University Heights Care Center has a 2-star overall quality rating from CMS, which evaluates nursing homes across health inspections, quality measures, and staffing levels.
How many beds does University Heights Care Center have?
University Heights Care Center has 105 certified beds with an average daily census of 89.7 residents.
What type of facility is University Heights Care Center?
University Heights Care Center is a for profit - corporation nursing home serving Arapahoe County in Aurora, CO.
How many doctors practice at University Heights Care Center?
2 physicians are affiliated with University Heights Care Center. View the full list above to find doctors by specialty.
Does University Heights Care Center have any safety concerns?
Families should review the Safety & Compliance section above for detailed findings. University Heights Care Center has regulatory items on record that merit discussion with the administration.
Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare ·