LIFE CARE CENTER OF LITTLETON

Life Care Center of Littleton is a for-profit, corporately owned skilled nursing facility located at 1500 W Mineral Ave in Littleton, Colorado 80120, within Arapahoe County. The facility is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid and maintains 120 certified beds. It can be reached by phone at (303) 795-7300. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) assigns star ratings to nursing facilities across several categories. Life Care Center of Littleton holds an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars, which places it at the national average for overall performance. Its health inspection rating stands at 2 out of 5 stars, indicating below-average performance in this category relative to national benchmarks. The staffing rating is 4 out of 5 stars, reflecting above-average staffing levels compared to other facilities nationwide. The quality measure rating is 5 out of 5 stars, the highest possible score, indicating strong performance on clinical quality indicators tracked by CMS. Life Care Center of Littleton accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as payment sources, making it accessible to residents who qualify for either federal program. Individuals and families seeking placement at this facility are advised to contact the business office directly to confirm current payment policies, availability of Medicaid-certified beds, and any private pay arrangements that may apply. Payment structures can vary depending on the level of care required and the specific services provided. When considered alongside national averages, the facility presents a mixed profile. The national average for overall CMS star ratings is 3.0 stars, and Life Care Center of Littleton matches that figure. Its health inspection rating of 2 stars falls below the national norm, which may indicate a higher frequency or severity of deficiencies identified during state survey inspections. In contrast, its staffing rating of 4 stars and quality measure rating of 5 stars both exceed national averages, suggesting that the facility maintains relatively robust staffing levels and performs well on measurable clinical outcomes. These ratings reflect data collected and published by CMS and are updated periodically as new inspection and staffing information becomes available.