nursing home in Denver, CO
Uptown Care Center
745 E 18th Ave, Denver, CO 80203 · (303) 860-0500
★★★★★4
Above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★5
- Abuse citation
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Uptown Care Center at a glance
Uptown Care Center is a 79-bed for-profit nursing home in Denver, Colorado (Denver County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Colorado average of 3.2.
Residents receive about 3 hours of nursing care per day (0.8 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.7 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (August 7, 2025) found 5 health citations. The Colorado average is 8.7.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $8,278.
Nursing staff turnover is 17.6% per year (state average 47.1%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 79
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- July 1, 1993
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Denver County
- CMS Certification Number
- 065311
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Colorado avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.7 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.1 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Colorado avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 2.99 hrs | 3.72 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.76 hrs | 0.82 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.79 hrs | 2.21 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.58 hrs | 3.29 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 17.6% | 47.1% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 10% | 44.6% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 0 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Colorado avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 5 | 9 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 1 | 2 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 32 | 74 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Colorado avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $8,278 | $22,802 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Colorado avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 79 | 94 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 79 | 75 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 99.9% | 80.7% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Colorado avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 2% | 3.4% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 2.9% | 3.4% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 42.4% | 20% | 15.4% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 1.4% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.6% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 3.2% | 13.4% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 4.5% | 13.3% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 1.3% | 4.7% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 2.8% | 8.8% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 13.1% | 11.5% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 16.2% | 21.2% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 97.3% | 94.7% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 93.7% | 93.5% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Colorado avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 70.5% | 76.4% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 15 health deficiencies and 25 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 29, 2026 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Past Non-Compliance |
| August 7, 2025 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 10, 2025 |
| August 7, 2025 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 12, 2025 |
| August 7, 2025 Fire safety | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 9, 2025 |
| August 7, 2025 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 26, 2025 |
| August 7, 2025 Fire safety | Have a fire alarm with audible and visual signals that transmits the alarm automatically to notify emergency forces in event of fire. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0343 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 18, 2025 |
| August 7, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 18, 2025 |
| August 7, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 23, 2025 |
| August 7, 2025 Fire safety | Have an externally vented heating system. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0522 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 25, 2025 |
| August 7, 2025 Fire safety | Install properly constructed and protected linen or trash chutes. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0541 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 9, 2025 |
| August 7, 2025 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the use and maintenance of medical gas equipment. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0922 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 10, 2025 |
| August 7, 2025 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 1, 2025 |
| August 7, 2025 Standard | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 1, 2025 |
| August 7, 2025 Standard | Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0628 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 1, 2025 |
| August 7, 2025 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 1, 2025 |
| March 25, 2025 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected March 26, 2025 |
| November 30, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected January 5, 2024 |
| November 30, 2023 Fire safety | Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0325 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 5, 2024 |
| November 30, 2023 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 5, 2024 |
| November 30, 2023 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 5, 2024 |
| November 30, 2023 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 8, 2024 |
| November 30, 2023 Fire safety | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0211 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 5, 2024 |
| November 30, 2023 Fire safety | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 5, 2024 |
| November 30, 2023 Fire safety | Provide large enough exits. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0231 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 5, 2024 |
| November 30, 2023 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 5, 2024 |
| November 30, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 5, 2024 |
| November 30, 2023 Standard | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 26, 2023 |
| November 30, 2023 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 26, 2023 |
| November 30, 2023 Standard | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0803 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 26, 2023 |
| November 30, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 26, 2023 |
| November 30, 2023 Standard | Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 26, 2023 |
| November 30, 2023 Standard | Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0744 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 26, 2023 |
| November 30, 2023 Standard | Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0676 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 26, 2023 |
| August 25, 2022 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 24, 2022 |
| August 25, 2022 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 24, 2022 |
| August 25, 2022 Fire safety | Have properly located and lighted "Exit" signs. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0293 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 24, 2022 |
| August 25, 2022 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 24, 2022 |
| August 25, 2022 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 24, 2022 |
| August 25, 2022 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected September 16, 2022 |
| August 25, 2022 Standard | Report COVID19 data to residents and families. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0885 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected August 30, 2022 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $8,278 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| March 25, 2025 | Fine | $8,278 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| ownership data not available |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Uptown Care Center's rating?
Uptown Care Center has 4 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Colorado nursing homes is 3.2 stars.
How many inspection citations did Uptown Care Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 5 citations, compared with a Colorado average of 8.7. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Uptown Care Center accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Uptown Care Center?
It is for profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Uptown Care Center and how do I contact it?
Uptown Care Center is at 745 E 18th Ave, Denver, CO 80203. Phone: (303) 860-0500.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.