Denver County, Colorado · Nursing home
Hilltop Park Post Acute
2 of 5 overall from CMS
290 S Monaco Pkwy, Denver, CO 80224
At a glance
- Overall rating 2 of 5 Below the state average of 3.2
- Nurse time per resident, per day 2.93 hours Below the state average of 3.72
- Nursing staff who left in a year 39.5% Below the state average of 47.1%
- Health citations, last 3 inspection cycles 37 2 at the harm level or above
- Fines in 3 years $66,307 2 fines
- Certified beds in use 91.7% of 162 beds, on an average day
Arrows only show whether a figure is above or below the state average. They are not a judgment of the home.
Hilltop Park Post Acute is a 162-bed nursing home in Denver, Colorado (Denver County). CMS rates it 2 of 5 stars overall as of Sep 2026. It reports 2.93 nurse staffing hours per resident per day, below the Colorado average of 3.72. CMS lists 2 fines totaling $66,307 in the past three years.
- Certified beds
- 162
- Residents per day (average)
- 148.5
- Certified since
- 1988 (38 yrs)
For profit - Limited Liability company Participates in Medicare and MedicaidPart of Pacs Group (275 homes)
Bed use is this site's calculation: average residents per day divided by certified beds. It is an average, so it does not show today's openings.
Terms used on this page
- CMS
- The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, the federal agency that publishes the ratings, staffing figures, inspection results and penalties shown here.
- Certified beds
- The number of federally certified beds CMS lists for the home.
- Deficiency or citation
- A federal requirement that inspectors found the home did not meet. Each one gets a letter from A to L for how serious it was and how many residents were affected. What the letters mean
- Actual harm
- Letters G, H and I: actual harm to a resident that is not immediate jeopardy.
- Immediate jeopardy
- Letters J, K and L: the problem caused, or was likely to cause, serious injury, harm, impairment or death to a resident.
- Inspection cycle
- A standard inspection plus the complaint and infection-control citations CMS assigns to it. This page shows the three most recent cycles.
- Special Focus Facility (SFF)
- A home CMS has placed under closer oversight because of its inspection record. More about the program
Questions to ask Hilltop Park Post Acute
Chosen from this home's public data.
- CMS lists 2 fines totaling $66,307 in the past three years. What changed after the most recent one?Penalties in CMS data
- CMS counts 10 health deficiencies in the latest inspection cycle (the standard inspection on Jun 25, 2026 plus complaint and infection-control inspections); the Colorado average is 8.7. Which have been corrected?Inspection results in CMS data
- Registered nurse time is 0.44 hours per resident per day; the Colorado average is 0.82. Is an RN on site overnight?RN staffing in CMS data
More in what to ask on a nursing home tour.
CMS star ratings
- Overall 2 of 5 Colorado average 3.2
- Health inspections 1 of 5 Colorado average 2.7
- Staffing 2 of 5 Colorado average 3.2
- Quality measures 5 of 5 Colorado average 4.1
The vertical line marks the Colorado average. Ratings run from 1 to 5. How to read CMS star ratings
Nurse staffing
Hours of care per resident per day, as the home reported to CMS.
What these roles do
Nurse aides give most hands-on daily care, such as help with bathing, dressing and meals. Licensed practical nurses give medications and routine nursing care. Registered nurses assess residents and direct their care.
- All nursing staff 2.93 h Colorado average 3.72
- Nurse aides 1.64 h Colorado average 2.21
- Licensed practical nurses 0.85 h Colorado average 0.68
- Registered nurses 0.44 h Colorado average 0.82
- All staff, weekends 2.72 h Colorado average 3.29
How much nurse staffing is enough? All bars share one scale, 0 to 10 hours. The vertical line marks the Colorado average; the national average for all nursing staff is 3.86 hours.
- Nursing staff turnover39.5%
- Colorado average47.1%
- Registered nurse turnover31.3%
- Colorado average44.6%
- Administrators who left0
Quality measures
CMS calculates these from residents' assessments and Medicare claims. They are shown as published, next to the Colorado and national averages. marks the measures CMS uses in its quality star rating; for those, the rating gives more points for a lower rate.
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This home | Colorado | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | 7.8% | 13.4% | 13.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight | 1.7% | 4.7% | 5.2% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | 0.2% | 1.4% | 1.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms | 18.9% | 8.8% | 12.8% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | 1.2% | 3.4% | 3.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 100.0% | 93.5% | 93.6% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | 6.7% | 13.3% | 14.1% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication | 11.2% | 11.5% | 19.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 98.5% | 94.7% | 95.5% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | 3.5% | 3.4% | 4.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence | 26.6% | 21.2% | 19.0% |
| ★ Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | 13.6% | 20.0% | 15.4% |
| ★ Number of hospitalizations per 1000 long-stay resident days | 0.66 | 1.38 | 1.90 |
| ★ Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1000 long-stay resident days | 0.75 | 1.74 | 1.78 |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This home | Colorado | U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine | 99.7% | 76.4% | 82.0% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | 0.7% | 1.6% | 1.6% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine | 90.4% | 75.6% | 79.8% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who were rehospitalized after a nursing home admission | 22.7% | 20.3% | 23.8% |
| ★ Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit | 5.6% | 12.1% | 12.0% |
Measure periods: April 2025 to March 2026 for most measures; July 2024 to June 2025 for the flu vaccine measures; January to December 2025 for the hospital and emergency department measures, which CMS risk-adjusts. See the measures on Medicare.gov
Inspection history
Inspectors cited 37 health deficiencies in the three most recent inspection cycles. Of these, 1 was at the immediate jeopardy level and 1 involved actual harm; the rest were graded as no actual harm. 17 were cited in connection with a complaint investigation. The most recent citation at the harm level or above was on Jul 29, 2024: Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
| Standard inspection | Health | Fire safety |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 25, 2026 | 10 | 7 |
| Mar 7, 2024 | 8 | 2 |
| Dec 15, 2022 | 19 | 8 |
Colorado homes averaged 8.7 health deficiencies in the latest cycle; the national average is 9.2. Each cycle's health count covers the standard inspection on that date plus the complaint and infection-control citations CMS assigns to that cycle.
Health citations, three most recent inspection cycles (37)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 24, 2026)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
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.
Complaint investigation · Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 24, 2026)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
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, compartments for controlled drugs.
Pharmacy Service · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 24, 2026)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Nutrition and Dietary · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 24, 2026)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 24, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 24, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.
Complaint investigation · Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 24, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 24, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Jul 24, 2026)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Complaint investigation · Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Dec 10, 2025)
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GActual harm, isolated
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Complaint investigation · Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 6, 2024)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.
Complaint investigation · Nursing and Physician Services · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 6, 2024)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
Develop, implement, and/or maintain an effective training program for all new and existing staff members.
Complaint investigation · Administration · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 6, 2024)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Complaint investigation · Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 6, 2024)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.
Complaint investigation · Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 6, 2024)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Ensure necessary information is communicated to the resident, and receiving health care provider at the time of a planned discharge.
Complaint investigation · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 6, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Properly hold, secure, and manage each resident's personal money which is deposited with the nursing home.
Complaint investigation · Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 6, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Complaint investigation · Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 6, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Prepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home.
Complaint investigation · Resident Rights · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 6, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Plan the resident's discharge to meet the resident's goals and needs.
Complaint investigation · Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 6, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Help the resident with transportation to and from laboratory services outside of the facility.
Complaint investigation · Administration · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 6, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Complaint investigation · Administration · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Sep 6, 2024)
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KImmediate jeopardy, pattern
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 15, 2024)
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FPotential for more than minimal harm, widespread
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 30, 2024)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Complaint investigation · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 30, 2024)
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EPotential for more than minimal harm, pattern
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, compartments for controlled drugs.
Pharmacy Service · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 30, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 30, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 30, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 30, 2024)
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DPotential for more than minimal harm, isolated
Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.
Quality of Life and Care · Deficient, Provider has date of correction (Mar 30, 2024)
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What severity letters A to L mean
Each sentence above is the requirement that was not met, in CMS's wording. For the inspection results as Medicare publishes them, open this home's page on Medicare.gov and look under "Health inspections".
Penalties, past three years
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 29, 2024 | Fine | $53,372 |
| Jul 29, 2024 | Payment Denial | 10 days |
| Mar 7, 2024 | Fine | $12,935 |
Colorado homes averaged 1.1 fines and $22,802 in fine amounts; the national averages are 0.9 and $30,972.
Cost
Not in the public data. CMS does not publish what a nursing home charges.
Ask the home for its daily private-pay rate and whether a bed is open for your coverage. See what Medicare covers and how Medicaid pays for a nursing home.
Compared within Colorado
- Size18 of 210 by certified beds
- Colorado average residents per day74.9
- ChainPacs Group
- Chain average overall rating2.9 of 5
- Resident or family councilResident
- Homes in Denver23
- Homes in Denver County23
Common questions
What is the CMS star rating for Hilltop Park Post Acute?
Hilltop Park Post Acute has an overall rating of 2 of 5 stars from CMS as of Sep 2026. Its health inspection rating is 1, staffing is 2 and quality measures is 5.
How many beds does Hilltop Park Post Acute have?
Hilltop Park Post Acute has 162 certified beds. It averages 148.5 residents per day, about 91.7% of its certified beds.
How much nursing care do residents get at Hilltop Park Post Acute?
The home reports 2.93 hours of nurse staffing per resident per day, including 0.44 hours from registered nurses. The Colorado average is 3.72 hours and 0.82 hours from registered nurses.
Has Hilltop Park Post Acute been fined?
Yes. CMS lists 2 fines totaling $66,307 in the past three years. It also lists 1 payment denial.
Does Hilltop Park Post Acute accept Medicare or Medicaid?
CMS lists its participation as "Medicare and Medicaid". Ask the home whether a bed is open for your coverage.
Guides for families looking at this home
- Understanding the recordWhat to ask on a nursing home tourQuestions that turn a home's public record into a useful conversation when you tour, plus what to look for yourself.
- Understanding the recordInspection severity letters A to LHow inspectors grade each deficiency by harm and by how many residents were affected.
- Understanding the recordHow to read CMS star ratingsWhat the overall, health inspection, staffing and quality measure ratings cover, and what they leave out.
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Source: CMS Provider Data Catalog, nursing home datasets processed Sep 1, 2026. CMS Certification Number 065241. See this home's official record on Medicare.gov
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