Aviva at Fitzsimons
Aviva at Fitzsimons – Medicare Certified Since 2018
Aviva at Fitzsimons is a Medicare and Medicaid certified skilled nursing facility located in Aurora, Colorado. This facility has been serving the community for 8 years. A Medicare-certified skilled nursing facility provides 24-hour nursing care, rehabilitation services, and assistance with activities of daily living for patients who need skilled nursing or rehabilitation services on a daily basis.
This facility has 100 certified beds with a current occupancy rate of 69% (averaging 69 residents per day), which is below average. Skilled nursing facilities provide 24-hour nursing care for patients who need rehabilitation services after a hospital stay or ongoing care for chronic conditions. Services include skilled nursing, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and assistance with daily activities.
Staffing Levels: Based on CMS payroll data, this facility provides approximately 5.19 hours of total nursing care per resident per day (2.86 hours from CNAs, 0.88 hours from LPNs, 1.45 hours from RNs). Physical therapy staffing is 0.14 hours per resident per day. This represents above-average staffing compared to national benchmarks.
Medicare Quality Ratings: According to CMS, Aviva at Fitzsimons has an overall quality rating of 2 out of 5 stars, which is below average compared to other nursing homes nationwide. Individual category ratings are: health inspection: 2 stars, staffing: 1 stars, quality measures: 5 stars.
Medicare Coverage: Medicare covers skilled nursing facility care for up to 100 days following a qualifying hospital stay of at least 3 days. Days 1-20 are fully covered by Medicare, days 21-100 require a daily coinsurance payment. Many residents also use Medicaid, private insurance, or pay privately for long-term stays.
Questions to Ask: When visiting a nursing home, ask about: staff-to-resident ratios and RN coverage around the clock, how they handle medical emergencies, activities and therapy programs, how they communicate with families, their approach to falls prevention, and policies for managing resident complaints.
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Local Comparison Snapshot
How Aviva at Fitzsimons compares to 89 facilities in Denver-Aurora-Lakewood, CO
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Data from CMS Medicare Compare and Payroll-Based Journal. Area averages based on 89 facilities in Denver-Aurora-Lakewood, CO.
Ratings and staffing data typically reflect the most recent quarterly reporting period available.
Medicare Star Ratings
Official CMS ratings based on health inspections, staffing, and quality measures
Data as of December 2025
Star Ratings History
Quarterly performance from 2013-2026
How Does This Facility Compare?
Compared to 89 other nursing homes in Denver-Aurora-Lakewood, CO
Based on CMS Medicare star ratings. Higher ratings indicate better performance.
Staffing Hours per Resident Day
Staffing data from CMS Payroll-Based Journal. Higher hours generally indicate more direct care time.
Staff Turnover Rate
Lower turnover rates generally indicate a more stable workforce and better continuity of care.
Agency/Contract Staff Usage
Lower agency usage often indicates better staff retention. High agency rates (>30%) may suggest staffing challenges.
Agency Staff Trends
Historical agency/contract staff usage by role
Data from CMS Payroll-Based Journal (PBJ). Agency % = contractor hours / total hours.
Direct Care Staffing
Average minutes of direct nursing care per resident per day
Data as of December 2025
Staffing Trends
Direct care minutes per resident per day
Occupancy Rate History
Average daily residents as a percentage of certified beds
Data from CMS Provider Info files. Occupancy = Average Residents per Day / Certified Beds.
Staff Turnover History
Annual percentage of nursing staff who left the facility
Data as of December 2025
Data from CMS Payroll-Based Journal. Turnover = staff who left during the year / total staff.
Average Daily Rate
Average daily charge for care at this facility
Based on CMS Cost Report data (inpatient revenue ÷ total patient days)
Data Source: Financial data from CMS Skilled Nursing Facility Cost Reports. Data typically lags 1-2 years. This information is for educational purposes only and should not be the sole basis for financial or care decisions. CareListings does not guarantee accuracy.
Financial Health
Comprehensive financial indicators from CMS Cost Reports
Data from fiscal year 2023 (most recent available - cost report data lags ~2 years)
Staff Investment: Higher spending per resident often correlates with better care quality.
Payer Mix: Shows revenue sources. Higher Medicare % typically means more post-acute/rehab care; higher Medicaid % indicates more long-term care residents.
Nonprofit/Government: May operate with lower margins while still providing quality care due to community mission.
Data Source: All financial data on this page comes from CMS Skilled Nursing Facility Cost Reports submitted by the facility to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not be the sole basis for any financial or care decisions. Cost report data typically lags 1-2 years. CareListings does not guarantee the accuracy of this data.
Who Stays Here
Breakdown of residents by payment type
Based on fiscal year 2023 cost report data
Average Length of Stay
How long residents typically stay at this facility
Based on fiscal year 2023 cost report data
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Reviews
Aviva is by far One of the nicest places that I've been to as well as having the best staff. My dad went in there on hospice in December and now he is better than he was before. The employees are outstanding and the PT there is great. I think he wants to stay there and not come home. My dad loves it there and it's great because they keep them pretty busy with several activities a day with people that he can relate to. Thank you so much for taking such good care of my dad.
My mom is happy with the care she’s receiving at Aviva. The facility is nice and comfortable which makes it pleasant for our family members and friends to visit my mom. I am particularly impressed with the fun energy and determination of Elsie and Qiqi on helping my mom get out of bed and walk, while also helping the nurses out keep her clean. They work well together and it makes my visit more enjoyable. Kudos to these 2 ladies. Good therapists and good care make all the difference.
After a loved one broke their hip, we place them at Aviva to rehab. Their staff was fantastic, the facility was spotless, and the support and care shown to our family was wonderful. We loved the OT/PT team. The CNAs were AMAZING, assisting us quickly and with great care. The medical and social work team was instrumental in ensuring our loved one was cared for well. I definitely recommend this place!
I am a 74-year-old Marine Vietnam Veteran, and I have been in Aviva since December 20, 2024. It is currently June 23, 2025, so I have been here for almost 7 months. After speaking to some of the residents who have been in other nursing facilities, I can say this facility is much better than the others I’ve heard about. I’ve talked to a lot of other residents. The staff here has been great. When I arrived, I was incapable of moving my hands and feet, and I could not adjust myself in bed. The only thing working was my mind. Since I’ve been here, the physical therapy and occupational therapy teams have gotten me walking, and I’m getting a lot better than I was when I first got here. The nurse’s assistants have been great; the nurses have been great. The menu is good, and you don’t have to order what’s on the menu, you can make up your own, and they will try to accommodate you. The activities are great; we have activities two to three times a day, and on Wednesday nights they have movies with popcorn. The social services team has been great at resolving problems that come up with residents. Everyone treats you with respect and tries to accommodate all your wishes. I have enjoyed my stay here at Aviva. So, I give Aviva a thumbs up on everything. Like I said, I am walking with a cane now, whereas before I could not move. I recommend Aviva for any elderly people who need help who cannot live at home without assistance.
I’ve been living here for a little over a month now after transferring from another facility, and I’m absolutely loving it. The staff are amazing and incredibly helpful. I want to give a special shout-out to Dulce, the receptionist—she’s gone above and beyond to assist me with any issues I’ve had with my cellphone and computer, and even took the time to teach me how to use Amazon! Overall, everyone on the staff has been wonderful, and I’m truly enjoying my stay at Aviva at Fitzsimons.
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