Quick answers
- Where is Aviva at Fitzsimons?
- 13525 E 23rd Ave, Aurora, CO 80045, in Adams County, Colorado.
- What is the phone number of Aviva at Fitzsimons?
- (303) 344-8282, as listed by Medicare (CMS).
- What is the Medicare star rating of Aviva at Fitzsimons?
- Medicare overall rating: 4 out of 5 stars (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
- Has Aviva at Fitzsimons been fined?
- Medicare lists 1 fine totaling $7,008.
- What did inspectors find at Aviva at Fitzsimons?
- In its last three inspection cycles (December 10, 2019 to July 8, 2026), Medicare lists 23 health citations; the most serious was level G. 1 was level G or higher (actual harm or immediate jeopardy). See the list below (CMS data updated 2026-10-01).
Medicare ratings, explained
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Inspections, fines and staffing
In its last three inspection cycles (December 10, 2019 to July 8, 2026), Aviva at Fitzsimons had 23 health citations; the most serious was level G (actual harm to residents). 1 of them was level G or higher (actual harm or immediate jeopardy). It was fined $7,008 in total (1 fine, the latest on August 26, 2025). Nurse staffing is 4.98 hours per resident per day; the Colorado average is 3.69 and the national average is 3.90.
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Data Catalog, data updated October 1, 2026, retrieved November 13, 2026.
Inspection history: last three cycles
State inspectors visit about once a year and also investigate complaints. Each citation (deficiency) has a tag number and a letter, A to L. The letter shows how serious the problem was and how many residents it affected.
What the letters A to L mean
| Seriousness | Isolated (a few residents) | Pattern (some) | Widespread (many) |
|---|---|---|---|
| No actual harm, potential for minimal harm | A | B | C |
| No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm | D | E | F |
| Actual harm to residents | G | H | I |
| Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety | J | K | L |
Source: the scope and severity grid Medicare (CMS) uses for nursing home citations.
Most recent cycle: October 8, 2024 — 8 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: October 8, 2024 (standard health inspection); July 8, 2026 (complaint investigation).
Show 8 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0851 Level F
“Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.”
F0730 Level E
“Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training.”
F0812 Level E
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0880 Level E
“Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.”
F0580 Level D
“Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.”
F0550 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.”
F0759 Level D
“Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.”
F0813 Level D
“Have a policy regarding use and storage of foods brought to residents by family and other visitors.”
Previous cycle: July 31, 2023 — 9 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: July 31, 2023 (standard health inspection); October 8, 2024 (complaint investigation); January 2, 2025 (complaint investigation); August 26, 2025 (complaint investigation).
F0689 Level G
“Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.”
actual harm to residents; isolated (a few residents) · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Show 8 less serious citations (levels A to F)
F0842 Level F
“Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.”
F0908 Level F
“Keep all essential equipment working safely.”
F0585 Level E
“Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.”
F0679 Level E
“Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.”
F0921 Level E
“Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.”
F0658 Level D
“Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.”
F0697 Level D
“Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.”
F0761 Level D
“Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.”
Earlier cycle: December 10, 2019 — 6 health citations
Inspections in this cycle: December 10, 2019 (standard health inspection); October 11, 2023 (complaint investigation).
Show 6 citations (levels A to F, no actual harm)
F0812 Level E
“Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.”
F0550 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.”
F0585 Level D
“Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.”
F0657 Level D
“Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.”
F0658 Level D
“Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.”
F0808 Level D
“Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.”
Citation descriptions are Medicare’s official wording. “From a complaint” means the citation came from a complaint investigation instead of the regular yearly inspection.
Full inspection reports on Medicare Care Compare →
Fire safety citations (16)
K0223 Level F
“Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector.”
K0291 Level F
“Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.”
K0353 Level F
“Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems.”
K0916 Level F
“Have a battery powered remote alarm panel in a location accessible by operating personnel.”
K0923 Level F
“Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.”
K0372 Level F
“Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.”
K0521 Level F
“Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions.”
K0712 Level F
“Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times.”
K0363 Level F
“Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke.”
K0372 Level F
“Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating.”
K0930 Level F
“Ensure proper storage of liquid oxygen.”
K0321 Level E
“Ensure that special areas are constructed so that walls can resist fire for one hour or have an approved fire extinguishing system.”
K0343 Level E
“Have a fire alarm with audible and visual signals that transmits the alarm automatically to notify emergency forces in event of fire.”
K0291 Level D
“Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours.”
K0341 Level D
“Install a fire alarm system that can be heard throughout the facility.”
K0923 Level D
“Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas.”
Fines and payment denials
Total fines over about the last three years: $7,008 (1 fine). A payment denial means Medicare stopped paying for new admissions for a time.
| Date | Penalty | Amount or length |
|---|---|---|
| August 26, 2025 | Fine | $7,008 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Penalties file, data updated October 1, 2026.
Staffing
Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from the payroll records nursing homes send to Medicare, next to the state and national averages.
| Measure | This home | Colorado | National |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 1.65 | 0.81 | 0.69 |
| Licensed practical nurse (LPN) hours per resident per day | 0.51 | 0.68 | 0.86 |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.83 | 2.20 | 2.35 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 4.98 | 3.69 | 3.90 |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 4.62 | 3.26 | 3.43 |
| RN hours per resident per day on the weekend | 1.34 | 0.60 | 0.48 |
| Nursing staff turnover (per year) | 58.5% | 47.0% | 45.3% |
| RN turnover (per year) | 60.5% | 44.4% | 42.5% |
| Administrators who left in the last year | 0.0 | 0.5 | 0.5 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Provider Information and State US Averages, data updated October 1, 2026.
Owners and operator
Part of a group of 6 nursing homes: Vivage Senior Living.
Legal business name: MSV Fitzsimons, LLC.
Owners and managers Medicare lists (7)
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| KCP Aurora, LLC | Direct owner | — | January 31, 2021 |
| MFF Management, LLC | Direct owner | — | October 1, 2019 |
| Moc Aurora LLC | Direct owner | — | January 31, 2021 |
| Brammeier, John | Direct owner | — | August 22, 2018 |
| Flanagan, Michael | Direct owner | — | January 31, 2018 |
| Moskowitz, Jay | Direct owner | — | August 22, 2018 |
| QP Health Care Services LLC | Management company (operational or managerial control) | NOT APPLICABLE | August 22, 2018 |
Source: Medicare (CMS) Ownership file, data updated October 1, 2026. Only owners with an ownership interest and management companies are shown.
Compare with other nursing homes
Key facts
| Type | Nursing home |
|---|---|
| Certified beds | 100 |
| Average residents per day | 74.1 |
| Takes part in | Medicare |
| Ownership | For profit – limited liability company |
| Group or chain (affiliated entity) | Vivage Senior Living |
| Legal business name | MSV Fitzsimons, LLC |
| First approved by Medicare/Medicaid | 2018-12-27 |
| Resident and family councils | Resident and family councils |
| Sprinklers in all required areas | Yes |
| Changed ownership in the last 12 months | No |
| Address | 13525 E 23rd Ave, Aurora, CO 80045 |
| County | Adams County |
| State | Colorado |
| Phone | (303) 344‑8282 |
| CMS Certification Number | 065430 |
| Name in Medicare records | AVIVA AT FITZSIMONS |
| Corrections | Report an error or suggest an update → |
What to ask when you call or visit
A general checklist for any nursing home, not advice about this one. Medicare also publishes guides on medicare.gov.
- Is the home certified by Medicare and/or Medicaid, and does it have a bed for the care you need (short-term rehab or long-term care)?
- Can you see the latest state inspection report? Ask how any problems found were fixed.
- How many nurses and aides work on each shift, at night and on weekends? Is there a registered nurse on site at all times?
- Which doctors see residents, and how often? What happens in a medical emergency, and which hospital is used?
- What therapy (physical, occupational, speech) is offered, and how many days a week?
- Are residents clean, dressed and taking part in activities? Do staff speak to them kindly and answer call lights quickly?
- What do the daily rate and extra services cost, and what do Medicare, Medicaid or your insurance pay? Ask for it in writing.
- Is there a resident council and a family council? How are complaints handled? Ask for the long-term care ombudsman’s contact.
- Are meals appetizing, and can the home meet special diets, language needs and religious or cultural preferences?
- Visit more than once, including at a mealtime or in the evening, without an appointment.
Other nursing homes nearby
By straight-line distance (not driving distance).
- Veterans Community Living Center at Fitzsimons0.6 mi · Aurora, CO · 3 of 5 stars
- University Heights Care Center1.7 mi · Aurora, CO · 2 of 5 stars
- Highland Park Rehabilitation & Care Center2.8 mi · Aurora, CO · 3 of 5 stars
- Lowry Hills Care and Rehabilitation2.9 mi · Aurora, CO · 2 of 5 stars
- Center at Lowry, LLC3.8 mi · Denver, CO · 3 of 5 stars
Nearest hospital emergency rooms
- VA Eastern Colorado Healthcare System0.6 mi · Aurora, CO · Federal/VA Acute Care Hospital
- Children's Hospital Colorado0.7 mi · Aurora, CO · Children's Hospital
- University of Colorado Hospital Authority0.9 mi · Aurora, CO · Acute Care Hospital
Sources
- Provider Information — Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Medicare Care Compare — official Medicare profile of this provider
- Health Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Fire Safety Deficiencies — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Penalties — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Ownership — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- State US Averages — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Survey Summary — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Citation Code Look-up — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13
- Inspection Dates — CMS, data updated 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-11-13