University Park Care Center
945 DESERT FLOWER BLVD
PUEBLO CO 81001
Phone: 7195455321
For profit - Limited Liability company
Official CMS provider data, processing date 2026-09-01. Not an endorsement.
- Overall rating vs. the Colorado average: 0.8 star higher (3.2), above average
- Overall rating vs. the national average: 1.0 star higher (3.0), above average
- Overall rating vs. the Pueblo average: 1.1 star higher (2.9), above average
CMS does not record an abuse citation or Special Focus designation for this facility in the current data.
Facility details
Size, ownership, and inspection history as reported to CMS.
| Certified beds | 180 |
| Average residents per day | 109.7 |
| Occupancy | 61% |
| Ownership | For profit - Limited Liability company |
| Chain | LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA (194 facilities) |
| County | Pueblo |
| Provider type | Medicare and Medicaid |
| First certified for Medicare & Medicaid | 1986-02-20 |
| CMS certification number (CCN) | 065231 |
| Health deficiencies in the latest inspection cycle | 10 |
Staffing and turnover
Staffing hours and turnover are among the most predictive measures CMS publishes.
| Adjusted total nurse staffing hours per resident per day | 2.82 |
| Reported total nurse staffing hours per resident per day | 3.15 |
| Registered nurse turnover | 66.7% |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 50.5% |
| Resident and family council | No |
Fines and penalties
Civil money penalties and payment denials on record, as published by CMS.
| Fines (count) | 1 |
| Fines (total value) | $22,653 |
| Payment denials | 1 |
| Total penalties | 2 |
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Is University Park Care Center highly rated?
CMS rates it 4 out of 5 overall, which CMS labels "Above average". Health inspections rate 3, staffing 2, and quality measures 5.
How many beds does University Park Care Center have?
CMS certifies 180 beds; the facility reports an average of 109.7 residents per day (about 61% occupancy).
Does University Park Care Center have any fines or citations?
Yes. CMS records $22,653 in fines and 1 payment denials for this facility.
Has University Park Care Center been cited for abuse?
CMS does not record an abuse citation or Special Focus designation for this facility in the current data.