Parking update
Free valet parking is available at the Eye Center, Outpatient Pavilion, Inpatient Pavilion, and Emergency entrance starting at 7 a.m. No tipping required.
Top medical professionals, superior medicine and progressive change make UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital in metro Denver (UCH) one of the leading hospitals in the nation.
Our hospital, a partner institution in the UCHealth system, includes primary care and specialty clinics around the state, as well as our central facilities at the Anschutz Medical Campus.
The region’s only academic hospital
Academic hospitals tend to be the first in their regions – and often in the nation – to bring new treatments to the bedside. The providers at University of Colorado Hospital are also faculty members at the University of Colorado School of Medicine, one of the premier academic research institutions in the country. University of Colorado Hospital provides the full spectrum of patient care, from family medicine to a comprehensive array of subspecialty clinics and programs.
We are proud to have been designated the #1 hospital in Colorado in 2022-23 by U.S. News & World Report. This recognition is a testament to the quality care we deliver every day, as well as our commitment to putting patients first. This is UCH’s 11th year being ranked as No. 1 in the state.
University of Colorado Hospital is also ranked among the nation’s best in 5 specialties, including our national #2 ranking in Pulmonology & Lung Surgery.
Learn more about our 5 nationally-ranked specialties:
- Diabetes & Endocrinology
- Ear, nose and throat
- Gastroenterology & GI Surgery
Pulmonology & Lung Surgery- Rheumatology
UCH is also rated as high performing in cancer, geriatrics, neurology, orthopedics and urology.
What is Magnet and why is Magnet important?
- ANCC Magnet Recognition Program® is the highest credential a healthcare organization can achieve. It acknowledges the invaluable contributions of nurses in all healthcare settings and among all populations around the world.
- Magnet designation is an indication to patients and the public that these organizations have met the most stringent, evidence-based standards of nursing excellence in patient care delivery. It is a results-driven recognition that fosters nurse engagement, and the role nurses play as members of the interprofessional team to improve patient outcomes and reduce healthcare costs.
- UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital was designated as a Magnet organization in 2002, 2005, 2010, 2015, and 2020 by the ANCC Magnet Recognition Program®. This prestigious designation recognizes excellence in nursing services. In October 2024, UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital is applying for re-designation.
- Patients, family members, staff, and interested parties who would like to provide comments are encouraged to do so. Anyone may send comments via e-mail and direct mail.
- Your comments must be received by the Magnet Program Office by October 11, 2024.
NOTE: All comments are CONFIDENTIAL and are not shared with the health care organization. Comments may be anonymous, but they must be sent in writing to the Magnet Program Office.
Address: AMERICAN NURSES CREDENTIALING CENTER (ANCC) MAGNET RECOGNITION PROGRAM OFFICE 8515 Georgia Ave., Suite 400 Silver Spring, MD 20910-3492 E-Mail: [email protected]
Buildings with clinics and services that make up University of Colorado Hospital
Patients and visitors
University of Colorado Hospital takes great measures to make sure the Anschutz Medical Campus is safe.
- A security patrol monitors the parking lots and buildings 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
- Parking lots are well lit.
- Escorts are available to walk you to your car.
- Our Birth Center has a special security system.
Security in parking areas
- Each parking lot has ample lighting to ensure optimum visibility when walking to and from your car.
- Emergency “Blue” phones are located throughout parking lots and garages, as well as along all pedestrian walkways (pictured).
- Security also provides a variety of support activities for staff, patients and visitors including:
- Escorts to and from personal vehicles
- Recharging dead vehicle batteries
- Assistance in contacting services related to keys locked in the car, flat tires and disabled automobiles
- Security staff patrols all parking lots, garages and pedestrian walkways on a scheduled routine basis.
- All parking lots are monitored 24/7 by security camera systems.
The security staff
- On-site security is present at the Anschutz Medical Campus 24/7.
- A minimum of two security personnel staff the Emergency Department at all times.
- Security personnel stay in constant contact with the call center and have a direct connection to campus police and area law enforcement.
- The 24-hour call center keeps a constant watch on exterior and interior activities.
- Security officers also staff the main patient visitor entrances throughout the day.
Security services
For an escort to your vehicle
Our security staff will escort employees and visitors to their vehicle after dark.
To request an escort, please call extension 8-7777.
Emergencies
In case of an emergency, dial 911. This will connect you to the Hospital Shared Services Emergency dispatchers
Spiritual care services are available to support you, your family and those close to you as you find and use strength within your personal system of faith, culture and belief.
We are here to support you spiritually and emotionally with a listening and accepting presence. A chaplain is available 24 hours a day, every day.
Spiritual care services offered
- Prayer
- Sacraments
- Other religious rituals as you request
- Contact a member of your faith group as you request
To request a visit from one of our chaplains, please ask your nurse or doctor or call 720-848.4063.
Worship, prayer and meditation
Chapel
The Chapel, located on the first floor of the Anschutz Inpatient Pavilion between the main entrance and guest elevators, is open and available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. There is no lock on the chapel door.
This chapel is open to:
- University of Colorado Hospital patients, their families and visitors
- University of Colorado Hospital staff
- Hospital affiliate staff members
Chapel space is not open to the general public.
Non-denominational chapel service
Wednesday mornings at 11 a.m.
Please contact Dustin Frye at 720-848-3036 or [email protected] for more information.
Requests to use the chapel
Patients and members of the Anschutz Medical Campus community may request to schedule the chapel for religious services such as:
- Weddings
- Memorials
- Baptisms or religious rituals
- Holy Day celebrations significant within their own faith group
For more information, contact Dustin Frye at 720-848-3036 or [email protected].
Please note that the University of Colorado Hospital chapel is not open for use by the general public or groups not associated with the hospital or its affiliates.
Remote care
Visit with a physician by video using your computer, tablet or smartphone in the convenience of your home, office or location that is convenient for you. No drive time, no waiting room, no need to get out of your pajamas (if you don’t want to).
You’ll be seen and treated by a UCHealth medical professional just as if you were to visit seen face-to-face in one of our many health care facilities.
Virtual Urgent Care visits are scheduled in My Health Connection, UCHealth’s patient portal. Log in or Sign up now to schedule a Virtual Urgent Care visit.
For the best experience, download the UCHealth app today.
Types of illnesses treated in a Virtual Urgent Care visit:
- Allergic reaction.
- Cold/flu.
- Cough.
- Diarrhea.
- Cuts and scrapes.
- Pink eye.
- Rash.
- Sinus infection.
- Sore throat.
- Urinary tract infection.
- Vomiting.
Insurance
Your Virtual Urgent Care visit may be covered by insurance. However, if your health plan denies this charge you will receive a bill for this service.
Many health plans are adding virtual visits (telehealth) as a covered benefit. However, there are some healthcare plans that do not cover virtual visits, such as Medicare.
For most insurance plans, we will attempt to bill your insurance- you may be responsible for your co-payment amount prior to seeing the doctor. However, if your health plan denies this charge you will receive a bill for this service. Also, please note that to bill medical insurance, a successful video connection must occur between the patient and the doctor.