nursing home in N Ft Myers, FL
Aviata at North Fort Myers
991 Pondella Rd, N Ft Myers, FL 33903 · (239) 995-8809
★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Aviata at North Fort Myers at a glance
Aviata at North Fort Myers is a 120-bed for-profit nursing home in N Ft Myers, Florida (Lee County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Florida average of 3.3.
Residents receive about 3.5 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (April 9, 2026) found 8 health citations. The Florida average is 7.1.
Federal regulators fined it 3 times in the past three years, totaling $14,120.
Nursing staff turnover is 41.6% per year (state average 41.4%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 120
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Aviata Health Group
- Medicare-certified since
- June 13, 1985
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Lee County
- CMS Certification Number
- 105507
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.6 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.47 hrs | 3.82 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.45 hrs | 0.73 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.17 hrs | 2.31 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.18 hrs | 3.49 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 41.6% | 41.4% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 73.7% | 46% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 8 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 67 | 63 | 80.6 | Better |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 3 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $14,120 | $24,361 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 3 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 120 | 122 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 112 | 109 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 92.9% | 88.9% | 80.9% |
Long-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better) | 4% | 2.5% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 1% | 4.5% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.5% | 8.6% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0% | 0.7% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 9.7% | 8.7% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 9.3% | 9.5% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 7.5% | 5.5% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 3% | 4.6% | 12.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who were physically restrained (lower is better) | 0% | 0% | 0.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given anti-anxiety or sleep medication (lower is better) | 10.1% | 14.4% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 8.4% | 10.5% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.9% | 99.2% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 95.4% | 98.2% | 93.6% | Average |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.4% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 86.1% | 94.7% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 90.2% | 95.2% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 27 health deficiencies and 6 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 9, 2026 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 8, 2026 |
| April 9, 2026 Standard | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 8, 2026 |
| April 9, 2026 Standard | Observe each nurse aide's job performance and give regular training. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0730 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 8, 2026 |
| April 9, 2026 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 8, 2026 |
| April 9, 2026 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 8, 2026 |
| April 9, 2026 Standard | Ensure nurse aides have the skills they need to care for residents, and give nurse aides education in dementia care and abuse prevention. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0947 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 8, 2026 |
| October 22, 2025 Complaint | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0925 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected December 23, 2025 |
| October 22, 2025 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 23, 2025 |
| November 14, 2024 Complaint | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 17, 2025 |
| November 14, 2024 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 13, 2024 |
| July 2, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 2, 2024 |
| April 25, 2024 Complaint | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 24, 2024 |
| March 13, 2024 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 12, 2024 |
| March 13, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 12, 2024 |
| March 13, 2024 Fire safety | Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0325 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 12, 2024 |
| March 13, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 12, 2024 |
| March 13, 2024 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 12, 2024 |
| March 13, 2024 Standard | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0582 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 12, 2024 |
| March 13, 2024 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0584 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 12, 2024 |
| March 13, 2024 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 12, 2024 |
| March 13, 2024 Standard | Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0726 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 12, 2024 |
| March 13, 2024 Standard | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 12, 2024 |
| March 13, 2024 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 12, 2024 |
| March 13, 2024 Complaint | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0925 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 12, 2024 |
| March 13, 2024 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 12, 2024 |
| May 4, 2022 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 4, 2022 |
| May 4, 2022 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 4, 2022 |
| May 4, 2022 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected June 4, 2022 |
| May 4, 2022 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 4, 2022 |
| May 4, 2022 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 4, 2022 |
| May 4, 2022 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0761 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 4, 2022 |
| May 4, 2022 Standard | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0689 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 4, 2022 |
| May 4, 2022 Standard | Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0688 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 4, 2022 |
Severity letters follow the CMS scope-and-severity grid: A–C no actual harm with potential for minimal harm; D–F potential for more than minimal harm; G–I actual harm; J–L immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety. How to read inspection citations.
Fines and payment denials
CMS reports 3 federal penalties in the past three years, including $14,120 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| November 14, 2024 | Fine | $6,152 |
| March 13, 2024 | Fine | $4,823 |
| December 11, 2023 | Fine | $3,145 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASPIRE MGT LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2023 |
| NASSIF, RODERICK Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2023 |
| SHARRER, LISA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/16/2024 |
| FREUND, NOCHUM Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2023 |
| PONDELLA PARENT LLC Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2023 |
| FORT MYERS HOLDCO LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2023 |
| DAGAN, AMITAI Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/15/2025 |
| GOLDBERGER, ABRAHAM Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/15/2025 |
| GOLDBERGER, FAIGY Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/15/2025 |
| HERSKOWITZ, ELIEZER Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/15/2025 |
| HERSKOWITZ, YAAKOV Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/15/2025 |
| TRAVITSKY, AARON Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/15/2025 |
| FREUND, NOCHUM Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2023 |
| NASSIF, RODERICK Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2023 |
| SHARRER, LISA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/16/2024 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Aviata at North Fort Myers's rating?
Aviata at North Fort Myers has 3 out of 5 stars on the CMS overall star rating. The average for Florida nursing homes is 3.3 stars.
How many inspection citations did Aviata at North Fort Myers receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 8 citations, compared with a Florida average of 7.1. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Aviata at North Fort Myers accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare and Medicaid. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Aviata at North Fort Myers?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Aviata Health Group. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Aviata at North Fort Myers and how do I contact it?
Aviata at North Fort Myers is at 991 Pondella Rd, N Ft Myers, FL 33903. Phone: (239) 995-8809.
About this data
Ratings and measures come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. They're based on state inspections, patient surveys and facility reports, and they describe the past. Facilities change, so visit in person and confirm details directly. About our data · Spotted an error? Let us know.