UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital
UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital is a medical facility located in Aurora, CO. This hospital has been recognized for Pulmonary Care Excellence Award™ and Critical Care Excellence Award™.
Patient Experience Rating
9% higher than the national average
Awards
Healthgrades awards tell you which hospitals deliver superior quality care. Healthgrades evaluates hospital performance using objective quality measures including clinical outcomes and patient safety, as well as patient experience.
Learn more about our awards methodologySpecialty Clinical Quality Awards
Pulmonary Care Excellence Award™ (2025)
Superior clinical outcomes in treating chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and pneumonia
Critical Care Excellence Award™ (2024, 2023)
Superior clinical outcomes in treating pulmonary embolism, respiratory system failure, sepsis, and diabetic emergencies
Hospital Quality
Clinical Ratings
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Complication Based Ratings
Appendectomy
In Hospital
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Bariatric Surgery
In Hospital
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Defibrillator Procedures
In Hospital
Pacemaker Procedures
In Hospital
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Heart Attack
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Heart Failure
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Valve Surgery
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Coronary Interventional Procedures (Inpatient)
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Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG) Surgery
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Diabetic Emergencies
In Hospital
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Sepsis
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Pulmonary Embolism
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Respiratory Failure
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Specialty Excellence Awards
Critical Care Excellence Award™
2024, 2023
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Gallbladder Removal Surgery
In Hospital
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Colorectal Surgeries
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Pancreatitis
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Gastrointestinal Bleed
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Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery
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Bowel Obstruction
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Gynecologic Procedures
In Hospital
Hysterectomy
In Hospital
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C-Section Delivery
In Hospital
Vaginal Delivery
In Hospital
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Stroke
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Cranial Neurosurgery
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Hip Fracture Treatment
In Hospital
Hip Replacement
In Hospital
Total Knee Replacement
In Hospital
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Outpatient Total Hip Replacement
In Hospital
Outpatient Back and Neck Surgery (except Spinal Fusion)
In Hospital
Outpatient Total Knee Replacement
In Hospital
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Outpatient Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
In Hospital
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Prostate Removal Surgery
In Hospital
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Pneumonia
Mortality In-Hospital
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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
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Specialty Excellence Awards
Pulmonary Care Excellence Award™
2025
Complication Based Ratings
Back and Neck Surgeries (without Spinal Fusion)
In Hospital
Spinal Fusion
In Hospital
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Carotid Procedures
In Hospital
Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm Repair
In Hospital
Patient Experience
Patient experience measures tell you how patients felt about the care they received at the hospital. These measures are based on the Hospital Consumer Assessment of Healthcare Providers and Systems (HCAHPS) survey data from the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS).
Learn more about patient experienceUCHealth University of Colorado Hospital
National Average
Discharge Information
Percent of patients who said they were given information about recovering at home
Responsiveness of hospital staff
Percent of patients who said they always received help quickly from hospital staff
Communication with doctors
Percent of patients who said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well
Care Transition
Percent of patients who said they understood their care needs when they left the hospital
Communication about medicines
Percent of patients who said that staff always explained medicines before giving them to patients
Communication with nurses
Percent of patients who said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well
UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital
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Quietness
Percent of patients who said the area around their rooms was always kept quiet at night
Cleanliness
Percent of patients who said their room and bathroom were always kept clean
Providers
Provider Reviews
May 02 2025
Review for Dr. Pecen
I had ACL reconstruction and meniscus repair with Dr. Rachel Frank, which led to serious complications. I experienced ongoing pain and instability, and my concerns were repeatedly dismissed. Multiple orthopedic surgeons have reviewed my imaging and confirmed that the surgery was done well below the...
May 02 2025
Review for Dr. Frank
I’m so glad I came in yesterday. After reviewing my X-ray, Dr. Leland determined there was no fracture. I’m wearing the boot all the time. My foots feels so better today.Thanks Dr. Leland!Annette Urbas
May 02 2025
Review for Dr. Leland
Dr. McCarty and his team were very professional, kind, and knowledgeable. I don't believe that I could have gotten better care with my ACL repair.
May 02 2025
Review for Dr. McCarty
Location
UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital located?
UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital is located at 12605 E 16th Ave, Aurora, CO 80045. Find other locations and directions on Healthgrades.
Has UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital won any recent awards from Healthgrades?
Yes, UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital has been awarded with Pulmonary Care Excellence Award™ and Critical Care Excellence Award™ in the past two years.
Is UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital highly rated with patients?
74% patients recommend this hospital. See Healthgrades for detailed clinical ratings by specialty.
Does UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital score well in safety ratings?
Healthgrades tracks outcome ratings for 12 hospital services. View more details here.
How do I get in at UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital?
Phone number, appointment information, and directions can be found on Healthgrades UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital profile..
How does UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital rank in terms of safety and outcomes?
Healthgrades provides detailed information on hospital safety and outcomes for patients. Click here to learn more about hospital safety.
I love how Dr Pesen takes care of her patients with so much compassion and kindness. She is always so informative and makes sure I understand everything she is doing when I had a bacterial infection and then a month later had a detached retina. .