Aviata At University Hills
Pensacola, FL · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 105445) · 120 certified beds
Health inspection: 4 · Quality measures: 4 · Staffing: 3
Federal fines: 3 totaling $28,359
Phone: (850) 474-0570 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Aviata At University Hills holds a CMS overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, above Florida's state average of 3.27. Its health inspection rating is 4 stars and its staffing rating is 3 stars.
Aviata At University Hills reports 3.26 total nurse hours per resident per day, including 0.70 RN hours per resident per day, with a nursing staff turnover rate of 62.4% and a CMS staffing rating of 3 stars.
Aviata At University Hills has 3 federal fines on record totaling $28,359.00, and no payment denials. CMS does not display an abuse icon for this facility, and it is not currently listed in the Special Focus Facility program.
About this facility
Aviata At University Hills is a 120-bed skilled nursing facility in Pensacola, Escambia County, Florida, certified for both Medicare and Medicaid since January 1984. The facility is organized as a for-profit limited liability company and reports an average daily census of 108.3 residents.
According to CMS Care Compare, Aviata At University Hills holds an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, above the Florida state average of 3.27. Its component ratings are: Health Inspection 4 stars, Quality Measures 4 stars, and Staffing 3 stars.
Nurse staffing is reported at 3.25746 total nurse hours per resident per day, including 0.69823 RN hours per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 62.4%.
On penalties, CMS records show 3 federal fines totaling $28,359.00, and no payment denials on record for this facility.
Aviata At University Hills is part of the Aviata Health Group chain, which operates 50 facilities nationwide with an average chain rating of 2.4 stars. Ownership has not changed in the past 12 months, so current ratings reflect the present operator.
This profile is based on CMS Care Compare data; families should consult the Care Compare listing directly for the most current inspection reports and updates.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
Aviata At University Hills has a CMS overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, above the Florida state average of 3.27.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
The facility is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
CMS reports 3.25746 total nurse hours per resident per day, including 0.69823 RN hours per resident per day, with a 62.4% nursing staff turnover rate and a staffing rating of 3 stars.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
Yes, CMS records show 3 fines totaling $28,359.00 and no payment denials.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
No, the data provided does not indicate an abuse icon or Special Focus designation for this facility.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
The facility has 120 certified beds and an average daily census of 108.3 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
It is owned as a for-profit limited liability company and is part of the Aviata Health Group chain, which includes 50 facilities with an average chain rating of 2.4 stars.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
The facility was first approved for Medicare and Medicaid certification on January 3, 1984.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS rates facilities on overall quality, health inspections, staffing, and quality measures; Aviata At University Hills scores 4, 4, 3, and 4 stars respectively in these categories.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
The data provided does not specify short-term rehabilitation services; contact the facility at 8504740570 or verify on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
This data set does not include tour details; contact the facility at 8504740570 to arrange a visit and verify details on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view the most current information at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/105445?state=FL.
Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Star ratings, staffing hours, and penalty records are CMS's official published measures. Always tour the facility, review the current inspection record, and verify details with Medicare before making care decisions.