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University Heights Care Center
656 Dillon Way, Aurora, CO 80011
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. CMS processed this record on 1 Aug 2026. View the Care Compare record.
University Heights Care Center is a For-profit, corporation nursing home in Aurora, Colorado, certified for 105 beds and caring for about 89 residents a day.
CMS gives it 3 of 5 stars overall, equal to the Colorado median; the health inspection rating is 2, staffing 4 and quality measures 5.
Inspectors recorded 48 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (14, 20, 14 by cycle, most recent first), 2 of them at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. That is 45.7 per 100 beds, more than the state median of 25.0.
CMS lists no fines or payment denials against the facility in the period covered.
Reported nurse staffing is 2.9 hours per resident per day (0.8 RN), close to the Colorado median of 3.5; nursing staff turnover is 27.7%.
CMS flags that the facility carries the CMS abuse icon.
Compared with county, state and nation
| Measure | This facility | Arapahoe Co. median | Colorado median | US average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating | 3 | 4 | 3 | 3.0 |
| Health citations, 3 cycles | 48 | 22 | 22 | 28.7 |
| Citations per 100 beds | 45.7 | 20.0 | 25.0 | 26.8 |
| Total nurse hours per resident day | 2.9 | 3.8 | 3.5 | 3.9 |
| RN hours per resident day | 0.8 | 0.7 | 0.7 | 0.7 |
| Nursing staff turnover | 27.7% | 36.2% | 46.7% | 45.8% |
| Fines listed | $0 | $0 | $10,033 | — |
County and state figures are medians across facilities (19 in the county, 210 in the state); the US column is the CMS national average where CMS publishes one.
Citations by survey cycle
Dark bar: this facility. Grey bar: Colorado average per facility for the same cycle, as published by CMS. Standard health survey dates: 7 Aug 2025, 24 Jan 2024.
Severity mix: G ×2 D ×30 E ×8 F ×8
Health deficiencies
Every health citation in the current CMS record (three survey cycles), most recent first. Tag text is the CMS requirement summary, not the inspection narrative.
Scope and severity letters (A–L)
| Survey date | Tag | What the tag requires | Severity | Type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Dec 2025 | F0925 | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. | F | Complaint investigation | 17 Dec 2025 |
| 16 Dec 2025 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D | Complaint investigation | 17 Dec 2025 |
| 16 Dec 2025 | F0610 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | D | Complaint investigation | 17 Dec 2025 |
| 7 Aug 2025 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | F | Standard survey | 28 Aug 2025 |
| 7 Aug 2025 | F0552 | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. | D | Standard survey | 28 Aug 2025 |
| 7 Aug 2025 | F0676 | Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. | D | Standard survey | 28 Aug 2025 |
| 7 Aug 2025 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Standard survey | 28 Aug 2025 |
| 7 Aug 2025 | F0679 | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. | D | Standard survey | 28 Aug 2025 |
| 7 Aug 2025 | F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | D | Standard survey | 28 Aug 2025 |
| 7 Aug 2025 | F0690 | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. | D | Standard survey | 28 Aug 2025 |
| 7 Aug 2025 | F0699 | Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent. | D | Standard survey | 28 Aug 2025 |
| 7 Aug 2025 | F0760 | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. | D | Standard survey | 28 Aug 2025 |
| 7 Aug 2025 | F0761 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 28 Aug 2025 |
| 7 Aug 2025 | F0849 | Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services. | D | Standard survey | 28 Aug 2025 |
| 26 Mar 2025 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | E | Complaint investigation | 27 Mar 2025 |
| 26 Mar 2025 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Complaint investigation | 27 Mar 2025 |
| 26 Mar 2025 | F0744 | Provide the appropriate treatment and services to a resident who displays or is diagnosed with dementia. | D | Complaint investigation | 27 Mar 2025 |
| 24 Jan 2024 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | F | Standard survey | 25 Jan 2024 |
| 24 Jan 2024 | F0814 | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. | F | Standard survey | 25 Jan 2024 |
| 24 Jan 2024 | F0838 | Conduct and document a facility-wide assessment to determine what resources are necessary to care for residents competently during both day-to-day operations (including nights and weekends) and emergencies. | F | Standard survey | 25 Jan 2024 |
| 24 Jan 2024 | F0867 | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. | F | Standard survey | 25 Jan 2024 |
| 24 Jan 2024 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | F | Standard survey | 25 Jan 2024 |
| 24 Jan 2024 | F0883 | Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations. | F | Standard survey | 25 Jan 2024 |
| 24 Jan 2024 | F0584 | 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. | E | Standard survey | 25 Jan 2024 |
| 24 Jan 2024 | F0803 | 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. | E | Standard survey | 25 Jan 2024 |
| 24 Jan 2024 | F0804 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | E | Standard survey | 25 Jan 2024 |
| 24 Jan 2024 | F0806 | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. | E | Standard survey | 25 Jan 2024 |
| 24 Jan 2024 | F0554 | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. | D | Standard survey | 25 Jan 2024 |
| 24 Jan 2024 | F0585 | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. | D | Standard survey | 25 Jan 2024 |
| 24 Jan 2024 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | D | Standard survey | 25 Jan 2024 |
| 24 Jan 2024 | F0645 | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities | D | Standard survey | 25 Jan 2024 |
| 24 Jan 2024 | F0660 | Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs. | D | Standard survey | 25 Jan 2024 |
| 24 Jan 2024 | F0685 | Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. | D | Standard survey | 25 Jan 2024 |
| 24 Jan 2024 | F0697 | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. | D | Standard survey | 25 Jan 2024 |
| 29 Sep 2022 | F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | G | Standard survey | 30 Sep 2022 |
| 29 Sep 2022 | F0692 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | G | Standard survey | 30 Sep 2022 |
| 29 Sep 2022 | F0761 | 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. | E | Standard survey | 30 Sep 2022 |
| 29 Sep 2022 | F0804 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | E | Standard survey | 30 Sep 2022 |
| 29 Sep 2022 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | E | Standard survey | 30 Sep 2022 |
| 29 Sep 2022 | F0558 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | D | Standard survey | 30 Sep 2022 |
| 29 Sep 2022 | F0655 | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted | D | Standard survey | 30 Sep 2022 |
| 29 Sep 2022 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Standard survey | 30 Sep 2022 |
| 29 Sep 2022 | F0679 | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. | D | Standard survey | 30 Sep 2022 |
| 29 Sep 2022 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Standard survey | 30 Sep 2022 |
| 29 Sep 2022 | F0688 | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. | D | Standard survey | 30 Sep 2022 |
| 29 Sep 2022 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Standard survey | 30 Sep 2022 |
| 29 Sep 2022 | F0758 | Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited. | D | Standard survey | 30 Sep 2022 |
| 29 Sep 2022 | F0807 | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides drinks consistent with resident needs and preferences and sufficient to maintain resident hydration. | D | Standard survey | 30 Sep 2022 |
Penalties
CMS lists no fines or payment denials for this facility in the period covered.
Staffing
Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the Colorado average. Turnover: nursing staff 27.7%, RNs 14.3%; 0 administrators left in the reporting year.
Quality measures
| Measure | Residents | This facility | Colorado median | US median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | Long Stay | 6.1% | 11.1% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 0.9% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 2.3% | 3.0% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 0.0% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 2.3% | 11.9% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 3.5% | 3.0% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 14.7% | 18.8% | 13.4% |
Four-quarter averages for the measures CMS uses in the quality-measure star rating (2025Q2-2026Q1). Lower is better for every measure listed. Medians are computed across facilities on this site.
Ownership
Ownership type: for-profit, corporation. Legal business name: University Heights Care Center Llc. Chain: Long Peak Operating Company (8 facilities).
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Heights SNF Holdings LLC | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 07/01/2024 |
| Long Peak Opco LLC | Direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
| Beecan Health Co LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2024 |
Only organisations are shown. CMS also records individual owners, officers and managing employees; this site does not publish people's names.
Other nursing homes in Arapahoe County
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced Health Care of Aurora | Aurora | 54 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 7 | 13.0 | — | 20 Nov 2025 |
| Beth Israel At Shalom Park | Aurora | 135 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 2 | 1.5 | — | 13 Jul 2022 |
| Highland Park Rehabilitation & Care Center | Aurora | 110 | 5 | 4 | 3 | 22 | 20.0 | — | 28 Jul 2025 |
| Life Care Center of Aurora | Aurora | 166 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 23 | 13.9 | $33K | 9 Apr 2026 |
| Littleton Care and Rehabilitation Center | Littleton | 35 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 10 | 28.6 | $8K | 19 Feb 2026 |
| Suites At Holly Creek Care Center, The | Centennial | 25 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 7 | 28.0 | $22K | 21 Nov 2024 |
| Cherrelyn Healthcare Center | Littleton | 190 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 37 | 19.5 | — | 30 Dec 2025 |
| Englewood Post Acute and Rehabilitation | Englewood | 82 | 4 | 4 | 3 | 16 | 19.5 | — | 7 Nov 2024 |
All 19 facilities in Arapahoe County
Questions and answers
How many deficiencies has University Heights Care Center been cited for?
48 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 2 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The Colorado median is 22 per facility.
Has University Heights Care Center been fined?
CMS lists no fines against the facility in the period covered.
How does staffing at University Heights Care Center compare?
Reported total nurse staffing is 2.9 hours per resident per day against a Colorado median of 3.5 and a national average of 3.9.
Who operates University Heights Care Center?
It is part of the Long Peak Operating Company chain. Ownership type is for-profit, corporation. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include University Heights SNF Holdings LLC and Long Peak Opco LLC. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.
When was University Heights Care Center last inspected?
The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 16 Dec 2025; the most recent standard health survey was 7 Aug 2025.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Care Compare datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership and quality measures), processed 1 Aug 2026. Ratings and citations may change; the Care Compare record is authoritative.
Provenance
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare nursing home datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership, MDS quality measures, state and national averages), public domain, processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026. Facility record: Care Compare. Errors in processing are corrected at the next daily build; see corrections.