Total health inspections
7
Colorado average 4.8
Last Health inspection on Aug 2025
Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Aviva at Fitzsimons
Nursing Home
Aviva at Fitzsimons
Nursing Home
Overview of Aviva at Fitzsimons
Aviva at Fitzsimons is more than just a care facility. It’s a community where seniors can enjoy life to the fullest. With top-notch skilled nursing services Aviva provides comprehensive care to ensure residents receive the best care possible. They also offer post-acute kidney care and ventilator & tracheostomy care.
Residents may spend their day in a golf putting green, an onsite café, the fitness center, the onsite chapel, or the salon and barbershop. These amenities are designed to enhance residents’ quality of life and provide them with delightful experiences. Aviva at Fitzsimons’ featured private suites allow residents to enjoy their own space and privacy as well. They come equipped with cable, phone, and WiFi, so residents can stay connected with their loved ones. Housekeeping and laundry services are also available to make life easier and more convenient for seniors.
Quality ratings
Official CMS rating based on health inspections, staffing and quality measures.
Official CMS rating based on deficiencies found during state health inspections.
Official CMS rating based on nurse staffing hours per resident per day.
Official CMS rating based on clinical outcomes for residents.
Nursing care per resident
Average daily nursing hours per resident (adjusted for acuity). Higher values indicate more nursing time per resident.
Staffing hours breakdown
Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse hours per resident per day.
Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse hours per resident per day.
Nurse Aide
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Total Nursing (Weekend)
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Physical Therapist
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
RN (Weekend)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
100
This home usually has availability
Lower occupancy suggests more openings may be available.
Occupancy rate
80.2%
Residents per day (avg)
69
Occupancy rate
80.2%
Residents per day (avg)
69
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Short stays
Recovery
Medicare-covered care
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
49% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
25 days
Private pay
45% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
2 - 3 months
Medicaid
6% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
11 - 12 months
Finances and operations
Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$34.9M
Operating loss
-$2.2M
Proprietary home
Corporation
Home revenue
$34,853,615.00
Operating loss
$-2,249,315.00
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$9.9M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$27.2M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$37.1M
100-bed community
A larger shared setting that may offer more common spaces and organized community services.
Walk Score: 31 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
License Status
ActiveOwnership & operating entity
Aviva at Fitzsimons is administrated by Doiel, Lindsey Kristine.
Owner:
MSV FITZSIMONS, LLC
Types of Care at Aviva at Fitzsimons
Skilled Nursing
Access & Eligibility
Ways to qualify for care at this community, including accepted programs and payment options.
Medicare Accepted
This facility is certified for eligible Medicare services.
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The information below is reported by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment, Health Facilities Division.
Advanced Health Care Of Aurora
-17%
+6%
+10%
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Aurora (Utah Park)
54
No
-
21
CORTEZ, DANIEL
84.3%
$15,471,163.00
$5,106,817.00
33%
51.40
4.1090
1
6
1
-17%+6%+10%
Garden Terrace at Aurora
-30%
+13%
+1%
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Aurora
119
No
A+
46
WEETER, JERRY
77.5%
$12,472,615.00
$6,756,314.00
54.2%
96.90
4.3572
-
11
-
-30%+13%+1%
Life Care Center of Aurora
+7%
+2%
-13%
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Aurora (Southeast Crossing)
148
No
A+
41
STRAIN, DAVID
66.6%
$17,360,851.00
$9,195,362.00
53%
113.10
3.9510
2
28
2
+7%+2%-13%
Aviva at Fitzsimons
+49%
-21%
+5%
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Aurora (Morris Heights)
100
No
-
31
KCP AURORA, LLC
80.2%
$34,768,096.00
$9,941,283.00
28.6%
69.30
3.0370
2
28
3
+49%-21%+5%
Cardan Manor
AL
Assisted Living For seniors needing help with daily tasks but not full-time nursing.
MC
Memory Care Specialized care for those with Memory Loss, Alzheimer's, or dementia, ensuring safety and support.
SNF
Nursing Homes 24/7 care needed
Aurora (The Conservatory at the Plains)
-
No
-
4
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
Advanced Health Care Of Aurora
Type of care:
AL
SNF
Community:
Aurora (Utah Park)
Bed Count:
54
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
CORTEZ, DANIEL
CCN:
65393
Occupancy:
84.3%
Home Revenue:
$15,471,163.00
Payroll Costs:
$5,106,817.00
Payroll %:
33%
Avg Residents/Day:
51.40
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.1090
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
1
Citations:
6
Severe Citations:
1
RN share vs State Avg:
-17%
-17%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+6%
+6%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+10%
+10%
Garden Terrace at Aurora
Type of care:
AL
MC
SNF
Community:
Aurora
Bed Count:
119
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
WEETER, JERRY
CCN:
65266
Occupancy:
77.5%
Home Revenue:
$12,472,615.00
Payroll Costs:
$6,756,314.00
Payroll %:
54.2%
Avg Residents/Day:
96.90
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
4.3572
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Citations:
11
RN share vs State Avg:
-30%
-30%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+13%
+13%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+1%
+1%
Life Care Center of Aurora
Type of care:
AL
SNF
Community:
Aurora (Southeast Crossing)
Bed Count:
148
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
STRAIN, DAVID
CCN:
65332
Occupancy:
66.6%
Home Revenue:
$17,360,851.00
Payroll Costs:
$9,195,362.00
Payroll %:
53%
Avg Residents/Day:
113.10
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.9510
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
2
Citations:
28
Severe Citations:
2
RN share vs State Avg:
+7%
+7%
Staffing vs State Avg:
+2%
+2%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
-13%
-13%
Aviva at Fitzsimons
Type of care:
AL
SNF
Community:
Aurora (Morris Heights)
Bed Count:
100
Pets Allowed:
No
Operator:
KCP AURORA, LLC
CCN:
65430
Occupancy:
80.2%
Home Revenue:
$34,768,096.00
Payroll Costs:
$9,941,283.00
Payroll %:
28.6%
Avg Residents/Day:
69.30
Overall Rating:
Adj Nurse Hours:
3.0370
Health Insp Rating:
Staffing Rating:
QM Rating:
Number of Fines:
2
Citations:
28
Severe Citations:
3
RN share vs State Avg:
+49%
+49%
Staffing vs State Avg:
-21%
-21%
Occupancy vs State Avg:
+5%
+5%Places of interest near Aviva at Fitzsimons
1.6 miles from city center — 0.65 miles to nearest hospital (Children's Hospital Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus, Aurora)
13525 E 23rd Ave, Aurora, CO 80045
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Staffing Data
Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal (Q2 2025)
242
Total Staff
192
Employees
50
Contractors
45,589
Total Hours (Quarter)
63
Avg Staff/Day
8
Avg Shift (hrs)
Nursing Staff Breakdown
| Role ⓘ | Count ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ | Uses Contractors? ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurse | 49 | 9 | Yes |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 40 | 8.8 | Yes |
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 60 | 7.5 | Yes |
Staff by Category
Administration ⓘ
2 staff
7.7hs shift avg
Nursing Staff ⓘ
149 staff
8hs shift avg
Physicians & Practitioners ⓘ
7 staff
8hs shift avg
Therapy Services ⓘ
45 staff
6.8hs shift avg
Activities & Recreation ⓘ
31 staff
9.1hs shift avg
Social Services ⓘ
4 staff
5.6hs shift avg
Dietary Services ⓘ
1 staff
7.5hs shift avg
Other Services ⓘ
3 staff
7.8hs shift avg
Contractor Analysis
3.3%
of total hours from contractors
1,510 contractor hours this quarter
Certified Nursing Assistant: 2
Registered Nurse: 21
Licensed Practical Nurse: 22
Occupational Therapy Aide: 3
Medical Director: 1
Other Physician: 1
| Role ⓘ | Employees ⓘ | Contractors ⓘ | Total Staff ⓘ | Total Hours ⓘ | Days Worked ⓘ | % of Days ⓘ | Avg Shift (hrs) ⓘ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 58 | 2 | 60 | 18,046 | 91 | 100% | 7.5 |
| Registered Nurse | 28 | 21 | 49 | 7,521 | 91 | 100% | 9 |
| Qualified Activities Professional | 31 | 0 | 31 | 7,351 | 91 | 100% | 9.1 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 18 | 22 | 40 | 5,528 | 91 | 100% | 8.8 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 12 | 0 | 12 | 1,129 | 78 | 86% | 7.7 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,116 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 11 | 0 | 11 | 880 | 79 | 87% | 6.6 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 1 | 3 | 4 | 665 | 66 | 73% | 6.6 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 512 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 485 | 63 | 69% | 7.7 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 472 | 58 | 64% | 8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 443 | 59 | 65% | 7.5 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 424 | 53 | 58% | 8 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 8 | 0 | 8 | 373 | 48 | 53% | 7.2 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 4 | 0 | 4 | 344 | 60 | 66% | 5.6 |
| Respiratory Therapist | 10 | 0 | 10 | 284 | 44 | 48% | 5.2 |
| Other Physician | 0 | 1 | 1 | 12 | 2 | 2% | 6 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 3 | 3% | 2.1 |
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
28
Citations per inspection
4
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
12 of 28 citations resulted from standard inspections; 9 of 28 resulted from complaint investigations; and 7 of 28 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 0.4
Serious Health citations
3
3
43% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 2.1
0 critical citations
3 serious citations
25 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Quality of Care serious citation
Aug 26, 2025
Care Planning moderate citation
Jan 02, 2025
Corrected
Administration moderate citation
Oct 08, 2024
Corrected
Infection Control moderate citation
Oct 08, 2024
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Ownership: For-Profit LLC
Part of: Vivage Beecan
Resident Census by Payment Source
44
Total Residents
Medicare
14
(31.8%)
ⓘ
Private Pay/Other
30
(68.2%)
ⓘ
Specialized Care Beds
48
Total Specialty Beds
48%
of Bed Capacity
48
Ventilator Beds ⓘ
48%
Programs & Services
Residents' Group
ⓘ
Family Member Group
ⓘ
Family Engagement
Active councils help families stay involved in care decisions and facility operations.
Active
Family Council
ⓘ
Active
Resident Council
ⓘ
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
5.9
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
5.9
35% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 9.0
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
18.0
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
18.0
In line with Colorado averageColorado average: 18.8
Long-stay resident measures
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
13.6%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
13.6%
15% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 16.0%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
22.4%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
22.4%
In line with Colorado averageColorado average: 23.2%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
0.0%
100% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 3.3%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
8.2%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
8.2%
111% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 3.9%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
100% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 1.4%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
1.7%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
1.7%
67% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 5.2%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
100% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 7.2%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
3.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
3.4%
82% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 18.8%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
91.7%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
91.7%
In line with Colorado averageColorado average: 93.3%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
81.8%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
81.8%
14% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 94.7%
Short-stay resident measures
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
63.6%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
63.6%
17% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 76.6%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.1%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.1%
20% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 1.4%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
50.8%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
50.8%
33% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 75.6%
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
23.0%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
23.0%
13% worse than Colorado averageColorado average: 20.3%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
4.4%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
4.4%
66% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 12.8%
Falls with major injury
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.0%
100% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 0.8%
Ability to care for self at discharge
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
58.5%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
58.5%
9% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 53.7%
Successful return to home or community
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
68.0%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
68.0%
35% better than Colorado averageColorado average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Penalties and fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total fines amount
$9K
77% lower than Colorado averageColorado average: $40K
Number of fines
2
10% fewer fines than Colorado averageColorado average: 2.2
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than Colorado averageColorado average: 0.3
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$9K
Colorado average
$40K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jul 31, 2023
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jul 31, 2023
$8K
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Apr 6, 2023
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Apr 6, 2023
$2K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Aviva at Fitzsimons based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
80.2%
↑ 6.5pp vs 2022
Net Income
-$2,249,315
↓ ~$638K vs 2022
Total Payroll
$13,906,473
↑ ~$4.7M vs 2022
Profit Margin
-6.5%
↑ 5.5pp vs 2022
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