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Aviva at Fitzsimons

13525 E 23RD Ave, Aurora, CO 80045 · Adams County

Stay in a private suite while you heal at Aviva at Fitzsimons. Plan your rehabilitation, skilled nursing or medically complex recovery in Aurora, Colorado.

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Haven Scout Score

Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.

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Availability outlookModerate availability

Typically 74% full — openings are usually available.

Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.

Our evaluation

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A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Aurora

Aviva at Fitzsimons is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Aurora, CO, with 100 certified beds and an average of about 74 residents per day. It operates as part of the Vivage Senior Living network.

Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 2/5 on health inspections, 2/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 5.08 total nurse hours per resident each day (1.47 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 64.5%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 8 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 2 federal fines totaling $14,743 in the recent record.

Strengths

✓Above-average nurse staffing (5.08 hrs/resident/day)
✓Full sprinkler system
✓Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

•Below-average health-inspection rating

Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Aurora, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.

At a glance

Certified beds: 100
Avg. residents/day: 74
Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company
Part of a chain: Vivage Senior Living
Continuing care: No
CMS provider #: 065430

Federal quality ratings

From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.

Overall rating

Health inspections

Staffing

Quality measures

Pricing & cost

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Level of care	Monthly cost	Source
Skilled Nursing	$9,790–$13,160/mo (median $11,130)	Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Denver prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day: 5.08; National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day: 1.47; National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover: 64.5%; National avg ≈ 52%

Safety & inspection record

Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.

Health deficiencies (last survey): 8
Federal fines: 2 ($14,743)
Total penalties: 2
Last standard survey: 2024-10-08
Sprinkler system: Yes
Resident & family council: Both

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (24 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-08-26Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

2025-01-02Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

2024-10-08Severity F — potential for harmAdministration Deficiencies

Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.

2024-10-08Severity E — potential for harmNursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.

2024-10-08Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

2024-10-08Severity E — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

2024-10-08Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

2024-10-08Severity D — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies

Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.

Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.

Penalty history

Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.

Date	Type	Amount
2025-08-26	Fine	$7,008
2023-07-31	Fine	$7,735

Services & amenities

✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
✓ Rehabilitation services
✓ 24-hour staff

Location

13525 E 23RD Ave, Aurora, CO

Monday: Open 24 hours
Tuesday: Open 24 hours
Wednesday: Open 24 hours
Thursday: Open 24 hours
Friday: Open 24 hours
Saturday: Open 24 hours
Sunday: Open 24 hours

Reviews & reputation

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Common questions about Aviva at Fitzsimons

How much does Aviva at Fitzsimons cost?

Aviva at Fitzsimons does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Aurora, CO area typically runs $9,790–$13,160 per month (median $11,130, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Aviva at Fitzsimons's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Aviva at Fitzsimons 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 2/5 for health inspections, 2/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Aviva at Fitzsimons?

Staff provide about 5.08 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 64.5% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Aviva at Fitzsimons?

Aviva at Fitzsimons has 24 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2024-10-08). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Aviva at Fitzsimons have availability?

Typically 74% full — openings are usually available. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.

What types of care does Aviva at Fitzsimons offer?

Aviva at Fitzsimons in Aurora, CO offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 100 beds.

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