UPTOWN CARE CENTER

Uptown Care Center is a nursing care facility located at 745 E 18th Ave in Denver, Colorado (80203). The facility operates as a for-profit corporation and is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid. It has a total of 79 certified beds and serves residents in Denver County. Uptown Care Center holds an overall CMS star rating of 4 out of 5, which is above the national average of 3.0 stars. CMS ratings are derived from three component measures, each rated independently. The health inspection rating for this facility is 2 out of 5, which falls below the national average and reflects findings from recent state and federal inspection surveys. The staffing rating is 5 out of 5, indicating staffing levels that are above the national average based on reported nurse staffing hours per resident per day. The quality measure rating is also 5 out of 5, reflecting performance on clinical quality indicators that are above the national average. These component ratings are collected and published by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services as part of the Nursing Home Care Compare program. Uptown Care Center accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as payment sources, making it accessible to residents who rely on federal insurance programs. As a dually certified facility, it is subject to ongoing federal and state oversight requirements associated with both programs. Individuals seeking information about private pay options or additional insurance accepted at this facility are encouraged to contact the facility directly at (303) 860-0500. When considered alongside national benchmarks, Uptown Care Center presents a mixed profile. Its overall 4-star rating is above the national average of 3.0 stars, driven in part by strong performance in staffing and quality measures, both of which received the highest possible rating of 5 stars. However, the health inspection rating of 2 stars is below the national average, which may warrant further review by those researching inspection history. Publicly available inspection reports and detailed staffing data can be accessed through the CMS Nursing Home Care Compare database, which provides additional context for evaluating any licensed nursing facility.