Total health inspections
5
Colorado average 4.8
Last Health inspection on Aug 2025
Mostly long-term care residents
Most residents stay for extended periods and receive ongoing daily care.
University Heights Care Center
Nursing Home
University Heights Care Center
Nursing Home
University Heights Rehab and Care Community is a skilled nursing community offering person-centered rehabilitation and long-term care for individuals in Aurora, Colorado, and the surrounding areas. The facility provides a range of services including skilled nursing, rehabilitation, behavioral health care, and hospice care. It aims to foster an environment focused on care, healing, and wellness.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Nursing care per resident
Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
105
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
86.2%
Residents per day (avg)
88
Occupancy rate
86.2%
Residents per day (avg)
88
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Long-term daily care
Ongoing support needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
11% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Private pay
43% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
4 - 5 months
Medicaid
46% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
3 years
Finances and operations
Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$11.2M
Profit
$310.5K
Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$11,174,992.00
Profit
$310,528.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$5.6M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$5.2M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$10.9M
105-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
About this community
License Status
ActiveFacility Type
SNF/NF Dual Certification
Additional licensing details
CMS Certification Number:
065337
Ownership & operating entity
University Heights Care Center is administrated by Causevic, Ervin.
Owner name:
UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS CARE CENTER, LLC
Care Services
Nursing Services
Rehabilitation Services
Respite Care
Memory Care
Skilled Nursing
Licensed Nurses/CNAs
24-Hour Staffing
Short-Term Rehab
All Levels of Care
Amenities & Lifestyle
Programs & Activities
Specific Programs
Rehabilitation, Skilled Nursing, Chronic Disease Management, Behavioral Health Care, Short-Term Stay & Respite Care, Hospice and Comfort Care
Compare Nursing Homes around Aurora
The information below is reported by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, Health Facilities Division.
Advanced Health Care Of Aurora
-17%
+6%
+10%
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Aurora (Utah Park)
54
No
-
21
CORTEZ, DANIEL
84.3%
$15,471,163.00
$5,106,817.00
33%
51.40
4.1090
1
6
1
-17%+6%+10%
Garden Terrace at Aurora
-30%
+13%
+1%
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Aurora
119
No
A+
46
WEETER, JERRY
77.5%
$12,472,615.00
$6,756,314.00
54.2%
96.90
4.3572
-
11
-
-30%+13%+1%
Aviva at Fitzsimons
+49%
-21%
+5%
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Aurora (Morris Heights)
100
No
-
31
KCP AURORA, LLC
80.2%
$34,768,096.00
$9,941,283.00
28.6%
69.30
3.0370
2
28
3
+49%-21%+5%
University Heights Care Center
-8%
-4%
+13%
SNF
Nursing Home 24/7 care needed
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
CO 80011-6803
104
No
-
-
NIELSEN, MATTHEW
86.2%
$11,011,337.00
$5,618,035.00
51%
88.30
3.7180
1
48
3
-8%-4%+13%
Cardan Manor
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Aurora (The Conservatory at the Plains)
-
No
-
4
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Advanced Health Care Of Aurora
Type of care:
AL
SNF
Community:
Aurora (Utah Park)
Bed Count:
54
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
CORTEZ, DANIEL
CCN:
65393
Occupancy:
84.3%
Home Revenue:
$15,471,163.00
Payroll Costs:
$5,106,817.00
Payroll %:
33%
Avg Residents/Day:
51.40
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.1090
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
6
Severe Citations:
1
RN share vs State Avg:
-17%
-17%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+6%
+6%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+10%
+10%
Garden Terrace at Aurora
Type of care:
AL
MC
SNF
Community:
Aurora
Bed Count:
119
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
WEETER, JERRY
CCN:
65266
Occupancy:
77.5%
Home Revenue:
$12,472,615.00
Payroll Costs:
$6,756,314.00
Payroll %:
54.2%
Avg Residents/Day:
96.90
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.3572
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
11
RN share vs State Avg:
-30%
-30%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+13%
+13%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+1%
+1%
Aviva at Fitzsimons
Type of care:
AL
SNF
Community:
Aurora (Morris Heights)
Bed Count:
100
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
KCP AURORA, LLC
CCN:
65430
Occupancy:
80.2%
Home Revenue:
$34,768,096.00
Payroll Costs:
$9,941,283.00
Payroll %:
28.6%
Avg Residents/Day:
69.30
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.0370
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
2
Citations:
28
Severe Citations:
3
RN share vs State Avg:
+49%
+49%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-21%
-21%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+5%
+5%
University Heights Care Center
Type of care:
SNF
AL
Community:
CO 80011-6803
Bed Count:
104
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
NIELSEN, MATTHEW
CCN:
65337
Occupancy:
86.2%
Home Revenue:
$11,011,337.00
Payroll Costs:
$5,618,035.00
Payroll %:
51%
Avg Residents/Day:
88.30
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.7180
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
48
Severe Citations:
3
RN share vs State Avg:
-8%
-8%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-4%
-4%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+13%
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
112
Total Staff
106
Employees
6
Contractors
29,022
Total Hours (Quarter)
39
Avg Staff/Day
8.2
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 14 | 9.5 | Yes |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 17 | 7.8 | No |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 50 | 8.2 | Yes |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
1 staff
8hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
81 staff
8.3hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
3 staff
7.9hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
17 staff
5.9hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
0 staff
0hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
3 staff
7.7hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
4 staff
7.2hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
3 staff
8hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
1.5%
of total hours from contractors
428 contractor hours this quarter
Registered Nurse: 1
Certified Nursing Assistant: 3
Respiratory Therapy Technician: 2
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 47 | 3 | 50 | 13,998 | 91 | 100% | 8.2 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 17 | 0 | 17 | 4,966 | 91 | 100% | 7.8 |
| Registered Nurse | 13 | 1 | 14 | 4,625 | 91 | 100% | 9.5 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,383 | 89 | 98% | 7.2 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,088 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 3 | 0 | 3 | 508 | 64 | 70% | 7.7 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 467 | 58 | 64% | 7.8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 431 | 60 | 66% | 7 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 424 | 53 | 58% | 8 |
| Respiratory Therapist | 2 | 0 | 2 | 215 | 39 | 43% | 5.5 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 3 | 2 | 5 | 197 | 40 | 44% | 4.7 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 0 | 1 | 143 | 16 | 18% | 9 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 5 | 0 | 5 | 65 | 18 | 20% | 3.6 |
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
48
Citations per inspection
9.6
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
43 of 48 citations resulted from standard inspections; and 5 of 48 resulted from complaint investigations.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
1
1
150% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 0.4
Serious Health citations
2
2
5% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 2.1
1 critical citation
2 serious citations
45 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Administration moderate citation
Aug 07, 2025
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
Aug 07, 2025
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Aug 07, 2025
Corrected
Pharmacy moderate citation
Aug 07, 2025
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: For-Profit Corporation
Part of: Vivage-Beecan
Resident Census by Payment Source
90
Total Residents
Medicare
1
(1.1%)
ⓘ
Medicaid
86
(95.6%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
3
(3.3%)
ⓘ
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
3.1
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
3.1
66% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 9.0
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
9.5
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
9.5
50% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 18.8
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
4.8%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
4.8%
70% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 16.0%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
3.4%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
3.4%
80% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 17.0%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
20.2%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
20.2%
13% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 23.2%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.2%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.2%
64% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 3.3%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
2.8%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
2.8%
28% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 3.9%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
2.1%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
2.1%
46% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 1.4%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
3.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
3.4%
36% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 5.2%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
1.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
1.7%
76% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 7.2%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
12.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
12.7%
33% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 18.8%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
95.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
95.0%
In line with Colorado averageColorado average: 93.3%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
91.2%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
91.2%
In line with Colorado averageColorado average: 94.7%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
63.4%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
63.4%
17% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 76.6%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
3.2%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
3.2%
130% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 1.4%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
85.7%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
85.7%
13% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 75.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Penalties and fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total fines amount
$9K
76% lower than Colorado averageColorado average: $40K
Number of fines
1
55% fewer fines than Colorado averageColorado average: 2.2
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than Colorado averageColorado average: 0.3
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$9K
Colorado average
$40K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jul 19, 2023
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jul 19, 2023
$9K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for University Heights Care Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
86.2%
↓ 5.5pp vs 2022
Net Income
$310,528
↓ ~$175K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$6,487,394
↑ ~$322K vs 2022
Profit Margin
2.8%
↓ 2.1pp vs 2022
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