University Nursing Center
Upland, IN · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 155200) · 75 certified beds
Health inspection: 1 · Quality measures: 5 · Staffing: 1
Federal fines: 2 totaling $74,585 · 1 payment denial
Phone: (765) 998-2761 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
University Nursing Center in Upland, Indiana has a CMS overall rating of 2 out of 5 stars, below the Indiana state average of 3.14. Its health inspection rating is 1 star and its staffing rating is 1 star.
University Nursing Center reports 3.28 total nurse hours per resident per day, including 0.42 RN hours per resident per day, with a nursing staff turnover rate of 65.4% and a CMS staffing rating of 1 star. These figures come from CMS Care Compare's most recent reporting period.
University Nursing Center has 2 federal fines on record totaling $74,585.00, along with 1 payment denial. CMS also displays its abuse icon for this facility, so families should review the full inspection record on Care Compare.
About this facility
University Nursing Center is a non-profit nursing home in Upland, Indiana (Grant County), certified for 75 beds with an average of 59.5 residents. It has been Medicare and Medicaid certified since October 17, 1983. The facility is part of the American Senior Communities chain, which includes 90 facilities with an average CMS rating of 3.9.
According to CMS Care Compare, University Nursing Center holds an overall rating of 2 out of 5 stars, below the Indiana state average of 3.14. Its component ratings are: health inspection rating of 1 star, quality measures rating of 5 stars, and staffing rating of 1 star.
Nurse staffing totals 3.28 hours per resident per day, including 0.42 RN hours per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 65.4%.
On penalties: CMS records show 2 federal fines totaling $74,585.00, and 1 instance of payment denial. CMS also displays its abuse icon for this facility, indicating a citation related to abuse; families should review the full inspection record on Care Compare for details. There is no Special Focus Facility designation currently listed for this facility. Ownership has not changed in the past 12 months.
This profile is based on CMS Care Compare data and reflects the most recent reporting period available at time of compilation.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
University Nursing Center has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars, below the Indiana state average of 3.14.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
It is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Total nurse staffing is 3.28 hours per resident per day, with 0.42 RN hours per resident per day, and nursing staff turnover of 65.4%. Its CMS staffing rating is 1 star.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
Yes, CMS records 2 fines totaling $74,585.00 and 1 payment denial.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
CMS displays its abuse icon for this facility; families should review the inspection record on Care Compare. It is not currently listed under the Special Focus Facility program.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
University Nursing Center is certified for 75 beds with an average daily census of 59.5 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
It is a non-profit corporation and part of the American Senior Communities chain, which includes 90 facilities with an average CMS rating of 3.9.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
It has been certified since October 17, 1983.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS rates facilities on overall, health inspection, staffing, and quality measures; this facility scores 2, 1, 1, and 5 stars respectively.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
The provided data does not specify service types; contact the facility at 7659982761 or verify on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
The data provided does not cover tour details; contact the facility at 7659982761 to arrange a visit.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view the latest details at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/155200?state=IN.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Star ratings, staffing hours, and penalty records are CMS's official published measures. Always tour the facility, review the current inspection record, and verify details with Medicare before making care decisions.