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Uptown Care Center

745 E 18TH Ave, Denver, CO 80203 · Denver County

Uptown Healthcare Center focuses on skilled nursing and rehab for seniors and individuals in Denver, Colorado, and the surrounding areas.

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Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.

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Availability outlook● Very limited availability

Typically 98% full (77 of 79 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.

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Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

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A highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Denver

Uptown Care Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Denver, CO, with 79 certified beds and an average of about 77 residents per day. It operates as part of the Vivage Senior Living network.

Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 5/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.10 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.67 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 20%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 5 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $8,278 in the recent record. Note: CMS has flagged this facility with an abuse icon. We strongly recommend reviewing the full inspection report and discussing it on any tour.

Strengths

✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average health-inspection rating
•Below-average nurse staffing (3.10 hrs/resident/day)
•CMS abuse-citation flag — review carefully

Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Denver for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.

At a glance

Certified beds: 79
Avg. residents/day: 77
Ownership: For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain: Vivage Senior Living
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 065311

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating

Health inspections

Staffing

Quality measures

Pricing & cost

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$9,790–$13,160/mo (median $11,130)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Denver prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 3.10; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 0.67; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 20%; National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

⚠️ This community carries a serious CMS flag (abuse citation). We recommend reviewing the full inspection report and raising it directly on any tour.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 5
Federal fines: 1 ($8,278)
Total penalties: 1
Last standard survey: 2025-08-07
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (15 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2026-04-29Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

2025-08-07Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

2025-08-07Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.

2025-08-07Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

2025-08-07Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

2025-03-25Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

2023-11-30Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies

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.

2023-11-30Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

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, compar…

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Penalty history

Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.

Date	Type	Amount
2025-03-25	Fine	$8,278

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ Respite / short-term stays
✓ Wellness programs
✓ Daily activities & events
✓ Library

Location

745 E 18TH Ave, Denver, CO

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Uptown Care Center

How much does Uptown Care Center cost?

Uptown Care Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Denver, CO area typically runs $9,790–$13,160 per month (median $11,130, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Uptown Care Center's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Uptown Care Center 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Uptown Care Center?

Staff provide about 3.10 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 20% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Uptown Care Center?

Uptown Care Center has 15 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-08-07). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Uptown Care Center have availability?

Typically 98% full (77 of 79 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Uptown Care Center offer?

Uptown Care Center in Denver, CO offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 79 beds.

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