Hospital Profile

Hca Florida Aventura Hospital

20900 Biscayne Blvd
Aventura, FL 33180
★★★☆☆
3/5 CMS Overall Rating
493
Licensed Beds
Acute Care
Hospital Type
309
Affiliated Doctors
Moderate
Critical Care
0.6:1
Nurse-to-Bed Ratio
Data Source: Hospital data from CMS Hospital Compare (February 2026) and Provider of Services file (Q4 2025). Doctor affiliations from CMS Physician Compare. Quality measures are updated quarterly.
Reviewed by: Wes Ward, Founder & Data Lead • View our methodology

Hospital Details

Hca Florida Aventura Hospital is a 3.00-star acute care hospital located in Aventura, Florida with 493 licensed beds. As a private non-profit, its revenue is reinvested into patient care and community programs.

Its 3-star CMS rating is at the national average — it meets baseline quality standards across key domains. 309 physicians are affiliated with this facility, and it provides emergency services. Its critical care footprint covers 4 of 8 unit types (Moderate) with a 0.6:1 nurse-to-bed ratio.

Hospital Type Acute Care Hospitals
Ownership Voluntary non-profit - Private
Teaching Status Non-Teaching Hospital

Quality Ratings & Measures

CMS evaluates hospitals across five quality domains. Here's how Hca Florida Aventura Hospital compares:

3
Overall Rating
of 5 stars
💔
Better than National
Mortality
1 of 6 better
🛡️
Better than National
Safety
2 of 7 better
🔄
Worse than National
Readmission
0 of 8 better
😊
All 8 domains reported
Patient Experience
8 measures
💰
1.0600
Medicare Spending Index (MSPB)
Above National Avg (Higher Spending)

Quality data from CMS Hospital Compare. "Better than national" means statistically significantly better than the national average. Spending uses the CMS MSPB measure (Medicare Spending Per Beneficiary) index, where 1.000 is national average and values above/below 1.000 indicate higher/lower spending.

Patient Experience (HCAHPS Survey)

The HCAHPS survey is a standardized, national survey of hospital patients. It measures how patients perceive their care — including communication with doctors and nurses, responsiveness of staff, cleanliness, and discharge information. Higher percentages indicate better performance.

MeasureScoreStar Rating
Patients who reported that their room and bathroom were "Always" clean71%N/A
Patients who reported that their room and bathroom were "Sometimes" or "Never" clean13%N/A
Patients who reported that their room and bathroom were "Usually" clean16%N/A
Cleanliness - linear mean scoreNot Applicable%N/A
Cleanliness - star ratingNot Applicable%★★★☆☆ (3)
Patients who reported that their nurses "Always" communicated well71%N/A
Nurse communication - linear mean scoreNot Applicable%N/A
Patients who reported that their nurses "Sometimes" or "Never" communicated well10%N/A
Nurse communication - star ratingNot Applicable%★★☆☆☆ (2)
Patients who reported that their nurses "Usually" communicated well19%N/A
Patients who reported that their doctors "Always" communicated well75%N/A
Doctor communication - linear mean scoreNot Applicable%N/A
Patients who reported that their doctors "Sometimes" or "Never" communicated well9%N/A
Doctor communication - star ratingNot Applicable%★★☆☆☆ (2)
Patients who reported that their doctors "Usually" communicated well16%N/A
Patients who reported that staff "Always" explained about medicines before giving it to them54%N/A
Communication about medicines - linear mean scoreNot Applicable%N/A
Patients who reported that staff "Sometimes" or "Never" explained about medicines before giving it to them29%N/A
Communication about medicines - star ratingNot Applicable%★☆☆☆☆ (1)
Patients who reported that staff "Usually" explained about medicines before giving it to them17%N/A
Discharge information - linear mean scoreNot Applicable%N/A
Patients who reported that NO, they were not given information about what to do during their recovery at home23%N/A
Discharge information - star ratingNot Applicable%★☆☆☆☆ (1)
Patients who reported that YES, they were given information about what to do during their recovery at home77%N/A
Patients who reported that NO, they did not discuss whether they would need help after discharge25%N/A
Patients who reported that YES, they did discuss whether they would need help after discharge75%N/A
Patients who reported that their doctors "Always" explained things in a way they could understand71%N/A
Patients who reported that their doctors "Sometimes" or "Never" explained things in a way they could understand11%N/A
Patients who reported that their doctors "Usually" explained things in a way they could understand18%N/A
Patients who reported that their doctors "Always" listened carefully to them74%N/A
Patients who reported that their doctors "Sometimes" or "Never" listened carefully to them11%N/A
Patients who reported that their doctors "Usually" listened carefully to them15%N/A
Patients who reported that their doctors "Always" treated them with courtesy and respect81%N/A
Patients who reported that their doctors "Sometimes" or "Never" treated them with courtesy and respect6%N/A
Patients who reported that their doctors "Usually" treated them with courtesy and respect13%N/A
Patients who gave their hospital a rating of 6 or lower on a scale from 0 (lowest) to 10 (highest)14%N/A
Patients who gave their hospital a rating of 7 or 8 on a scale from 0 (lowest) to 10 (highest)23%N/A
Patients who gave their hospital a rating of 9 or 10 on a scale from 0 (lowest) to 10 (highest)63%N/A
Overall hospital rating - linear mean scoreNot Applicable%N/A
Overall hospital rating - star ratingNot Applicable%★★☆☆☆ (2)
Patients who reported that when receiving new medication the staff "Always" communicated what the medication was for69%N/A
Patients who reported that when receiving new medication the staff "Sometimes" or "Never" communicated what the medication was for13%N/A
Patients who reported that when receiving new medication the staff "Usually" communicated what the medication was for.18%N/A
Patients who reported that their nurses "Always" explained things in a way they could understand69%N/A
Patients who reported that their nurses "Sometimes" or "Never" explained things in a way they could understand12%N/A
Patients who reported that their nurses "Usually" explained things in a way they could understand19%N/A
Patients who reported that their nurses "Always" listened carefully to them68%N/A
Patients who reported that their nurses "Sometimes" or "Never" listened carefully to them11%N/A
Patients who reported that their nurses "Usually" listened carefully to them21%N/A
Patients who reported that their nurses "Always" treated them with courtesy and respect77%N/A
Patients who reported that their nurses "Sometimes" or "Never" treated them with courtesy and respect7%N/A
Patients who reported that their nurses "Usually" treated them with courtesy and respect16%N/A
Patients who reported that the area around their room was "Always" quiet at night66%N/A
Patients who reported that the area around their room was "Sometimes" or "Never" quiet at night9%N/A
Patients who reported that the area around their room was "Usually" quiet at night25%N/A
Quietness - linear mean scoreNot Applicable%N/A
Quietness - star ratingNot Applicable%★★★★☆ (4)
Patients who reported NO, they would probably not or definitely not recommend the hospital12%N/A
Patients who reported YES, they would definitely recommend the hospital63%N/A
Recommend hospital - linear mean scoreNot Applicable%N/A
Patients who reported YES, they would probably recommend the hospital25%N/A
Recommend hospital - star ratingNot Applicable%★★☆☆☆ (2)
Patients who reported that when receiving new medication the staff "Always" discussed possible side effects39%N/A
Patients who reported that when receiving new medication the staff "Sometimes" or "Never" discussed possible side effects45%N/A
Patients who reported that when receiving new medication the staff "Usually" discussed possible side effects16%N/A
Summary star ratingNot Applicable%★★☆☆☆ (2)
Patients who reported that NO, they did not receive written information about possible symptoms to look out for after discharge21%N/A
Patients who reported that YES, they did receive written information about possible symptoms to look out for after discharge79%N/A

Survey response rate: 15% (522 surveys completed). Data from 04/01/2024 to 03/31/2025 .

Services & Specialties

Hca Florida Aventura Hospital offers the following services based on CMS Provider of Services data:

Emergency & Critical Care

Hca Florida Aventura Hospital offers 4 of 8 possible critical care capabilities, classified as Moderate. Moderate critical care (3–5 unit types) covers many common emergencies but may require transfers for specialized trauma, burns, or pediatric/neonatal intensive care. Consider whether your likely health needs are covered.

🚨 Emergency Department
🏥 Intensive Care Unit (ICU)
🔬 Surgical ICU
❤️ Coronary Care Unit (CCU)

Surgical Services

🏢 Outpatient Surgery
❤️ Open-Heart Surgery
🧠 Neurosurgery
💓 Cardiac Catheterization Lab
Reconstructive Surgery

Specialty Services

🩺 Substance Abuse Treatment
💉 Chemotherapy
🌬️ Respiratory Care

Service availability is self-reported by the facility. Confirm specific services directly with the hospital. Use our printable question list to prepare for the conversation.

Bed Count, Capacity & Staffing

Hca Florida Aventura Hospital has 493 licensed beds (493 Medicare-certified) with a nurse-to-bed ratio of 0.6:1. Higher ratios generally indicate more nursing staff per patient, which research links to better outcomes in medication errors, patient falls, and response times.

Bed Type Count
Total Licensed Beds493
CMS Certified Beds493
Psychiatric Unit Beds56
Staffing snapshot: 309 affiliated physicians • 311 registered nurses

Doctors Affiliated with Hca Florida Aventura Hospital

309 physicians are affiliated with Hca Florida Aventura Hospital, including 52 surgeons. Doctor affiliations are sourced from CMS Physician Compare data and indicate physicians who have a formal relationship with this hospital.

309
Total Doctors
74
Procedural Specialists
52
Surgeons

Featured Affiliated Physicians

Franklin Kasmin
Upper gastrointestinal (GI) endoscopy for acid reflux
NPI: 1336178581
David Cohen
Upper gastrointestinal (GI) endoscopy for acid reflux
NPI: 1598762668
Steven R. Kaplan
Upper gastrointestinal (GI) endoscopy for acid reflux
NPI: 1215922034
Naaman Abdullah
Spinal fusion
NPI: 1679570402
Arin H. Newman
Upper gastrointestinal (GI) endoscopy for acid reflux
NPI: 1447256540
Brett R. Neustater
Colonoscopy
NPI: 1245212000

Showing 309 of 309 affiliated physicians. Doctor affiliations from CMS Physician Compare data.

Healthcare-Associated Infections (HAI)

Healthcare-associated infections are one of the most important safety metrics when evaluating a hospital. These infections are acquired during a hospital stay, not the reason for admission. CMS tracks rates for specific infection types and compares each hospital to the national benchmark.

Infection TypeScore (SIR)vs. National
Central Line Associated Bloodstream Infection (ICU + select Wards): Lower Confidence Limit0.171No Different than National Benchmark
Central Line Associated Bloodstream Infection (ICU + select Wards): Upper Confidence Limit1.825No Different than National Benchmark
Central Line Associated Bloodstream Infection: Number of Device Days3729No Different than National Benchmark
Central Line Associated Bloodstream Infection (ICU + select Wards): Predicted Cases4.473No Different than National Benchmark
Central Line Associated Bloodstream Infection (ICU + select Wards): Observed Cases3No Different than National Benchmark
Central Line Associated Bloodstream Infection (ICU + select Wards)0.671No Different than National Benchmark
Catheter Associated Urinary Tract Infections (ICU + select Wards): Lower Confidence Limit0.030Better than the National Benchmark
Catheter Associated Urinary Tract Infections (ICU + select Wards): Upper Confidence Limit0.599Better than the National Benchmark
Catheter Associated Urinary Tract Infections (ICU + select Wards): Number of Urinary Catheter Days6326Better than the National Benchmark
Catheter Associated Urinary Tract Infections (ICU + select Wards): Predicted Cases11.026Better than the National Benchmark
Catheter Associated Urinary Tract Infections (ICU + select Wards): Observed Cases2Better than the National Benchmark
Catheter Associated Urinary Tract Infections (ICU + select Wards)0.181Better than the National Benchmark
SSI - Colon Surgery: Lower Confidence Limit0.217No Different than National Benchmark
SSI - Colon Surgery: Upper Confidence Limit2.320No Different than National Benchmark
SSI - Colon Surgery: Number of Procedures141No Different than National Benchmark
SSI - Colon Surgery: Predicted Cases3.520No Different than National Benchmark
SSI - Colon Surgery: Observed Cases3No Different than National Benchmark
SSI - Colon Surgery0.852No Different than National Benchmark
SSI - Abdominal Hysterectomy: Lower Confidence LimitNot AvailableNot Available
SSI - Abdominal Hysterectomy: Upper Confidence LimitNot AvailableNot Available
SSI - Abdominal Hysterectomy: Number of Procedures69Not Available
SSI - Abdominal Hysterectomy: Predicted Cases0.558Not Available
SSI - Abdominal Hysterectomy: Observed Cases1Not Available
SSI - Abdominal HysterectomyNot AvailableNot Available
MRSA Bacteremia: Lower Confidence Limit0.148No Different than National Benchmark
MRSA Bacteremia: Upper Confidence Limit1.585No Different than National Benchmark
MRSA Bacteremia: Patient Days70182No Different than National Benchmark
MRSA Bacteremia: Predicted Cases5.152No Different than National Benchmark
MRSA Bacteremia: Observed Cases3No Different than National Benchmark
MRSA Bacteremia0.582No Different than National Benchmark
Clostridium Difficile (C.Diff): Lower Confidence LimitN/ABetter than the National Benchmark
Clostridium Difficile (C.Diff): Upper Confidence Limit0.068Better than the National Benchmark
Clostridium Difficile (C.Diff): Patient Days70082Better than the National Benchmark
Clostridium Difficile (C.Diff): Predicted Cases44.231Better than the National Benchmark
Clostridium Difficile (C.Diff): Observed Cases0Better than the National Benchmark
Clostridium Difficile (C.Diff)0.000Better than the National Benchmark

How to read this: "Better than national" means the hospital's infection rate is statistically significantly lower than the national average — a sign of strong infection-control protocols (hand hygiene, sterilization, catheter management). "Worse than national" may warrant asking the hospital about their improvement initiatives.

Infection data reported to the CDC's National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN).

Complications & Deaths

CMS tracks post-surgical complications and mortality rates for common procedures and conditions (heart attack, heart failure, pneumonia, hip/knee replacement, and more). These measures reflect how patients actually fare at this hospital compared to the national average.

MeasureScorePatientsvs. National
Rate of complications for hip/knee replacement patients3.555No Different Than the National Rate
Hybrid Hospital-Wide All-Cause Risk Standardized Mortality Rate3.51,269Better Than the National Rate
Death rate for heart attack patients12.8117No Different Than the National Rate
Death rate for CABG surgery patientsN/AN/ANumber of Cases Too Small
Death rate for COPD patients7.1105No Different Than the National Rate
Death rate for heart failure patients10264No Different Than the National Rate
Death rate for pneumonia patients13.6518Better Than the National Rate
Death rate for stroke patients14.9157No Different Than the National Rate
Pressure ulcer rate0.464,945No Different Than the National Rate
Death rate among surgical inpatients with serious treatable complications180.2989No Different Than the National Rate
Iatrogenic pneumothorax rate0.156,014No Different Than the National Rate
In-hospital fall-associated fracture rate0.286,011No Different Than the National Rate
Postoperative hemorrhage or hematoma rate2.071,088No Different Than the National Rate
Postoperative acute kidney injury requiring dialysis rate1.63233No Different Than the National Rate
Postoperative respiratory failure rate9.06258No Different Than the National Rate
Perioperative pulmonary embolism or deep vein thrombosis rate2.611,116No Different Than the National Rate
Postoperative sepsis rate5.52244No Different Than the National Rate
Postoperative wound dehiscence rate1.67229No Different Than the National Rate
Abdominopelvic accidental puncture or laceration rate0.891,057No Different Than the National Rate
CMS Medicare PSI 90: Patient safety and adverse events composite0.89N/ANo Different Than the National Value

What to consider: A "worse than national" rating on mortality or complications is a serious signal — particularly for elective procedures where you have time to choose a facility. For emergency care, proximity and speed often outweigh these metrics. Ask the hospital about their outcomes for your specific procedure.

Readmissions & Unplanned Hospital Visits

A readmission means a patient returned to the hospital within 30 days of discharge. High readmission rates can signal gaps in discharge planning, patient education, or follow-up care coordination. CMS penalizes hospitals with excess readmissions through the HRRP.

MeasureScorePatientsvs. National
Hospital return days for heart attack patients40.7112More Days Than Average per 100 Discharges
Hospital return days for heart failure patients18.1303More Days Than Average per 100 Discharges
Hospital return days for pneumonia patients0.5553Average Days per 100 Discharges
Hybrid Hospital-Wide All-Cause Readmission Measure (HWR)15.42,273No Different Than the National Rate
Rate of unplanned hospital visits after colonoscopy (per 1,000 colonoscopies)12.3190No Different Than the National Rate
Rate of inpatient admissions for patients receiving outpatient chemotherapyN/A0Number of Cases Too Small
Rate of emergency department (ED) visits for patients receiving outpatient chemotherapyN/A0Number of Cases Too Small
Ratio of unplanned hospital visits after hospital outpatient surgery1146No Different than expected
Acute Myocardial Infarction (AMI) 30-Day Readmission Rate15.8112No Different Than the National Rate
Rate of readmission for CABGN/A0Number of Cases Too Small
Rate of readmission for chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) patients17.6120No Different Than the National Rate
Heart failure (HF) 30-Day Readmission Rate21.6303No Different Than the National Rate
Rate of readmission after hip/knee replacement4.555No Different Than the National Rate
Pneumonia (PN) 30-Day Readmission Rate15553No Different Than the National Rate

What to ask: If this hospital has higher-than-average readmission rates, ask about their discharge process — do they provide follow-up appointments, medication reconciliation, and clear care instructions before you leave?

Nearby Hospitals

If Hca Florida Aventura Hospital isn't in your Medicare plan's network — or you want to compare quality ratings before a procedure — these are the closest alternatives within 15 miles:

Memorial Regional Hospital

4.1 miles
★★★☆☆ 3/5
Hollywood, FL · 1,079 beds

Larkin Community Hospital Behavioral Health Srvs

4.2 miles
Not Rated N/A
Hollywood, FL · 50 beds

South Florida State Hospital

6.9 miles
Not Rated N/A
Pembroke Pines, FL · 350 beds

Memorial Hospital Pembroke

7.5 miles
★★★☆☆ 3/5
Pembroke Pines, FL · 301 beds

North Shore Medical Center

8.7 miles
★☆☆☆☆ 1/5
Miami, FL · 816 beds

Broward Health Medical Center

9.2 miles
★★★☆☆ 3/5
Fort Lauderdale, FL · 723 beds

Hca Florida University Hospital

9.8 miles
★★★★☆ 4/5
Davie, FL · 165 beds

Douglas Gardens Hospital

10.6 miles
Not Rated N/A
Miami, FL · 32 beds

Memorial Hospital West

10.7 miles
★★★☆☆ 3/5
Pembroke Pines, FL · 366 beds

Mount Sinai Medical Center Of Florida, Inc

10.8 miles
★★★☆☆ 3/5
Miami Beach, FL · 672 beds

Hca Florida Mercy Hospital

11.5 miles
★☆☆☆☆ 1/5
Plantation, FL · 488 beds

Hialeah Hospital

11.5 miles
★★★☆☆ 3/5
Hialeah, FL · 356 beds

Larkin Community Hospital Palm Springs Campus

12.6 miles
★★★★☆ 4/5
Hialeah, FL · 247 beds

Palmetto General Hospital

12.6 miles
★★☆☆☆ 2/5
Hialeah, FL · 360 beds

Westside Regional Medical Center

12.7 miles
★★☆☆☆ 2/5
Plantation, FL · 250 beds

Jackson Health System

13 miles
★☆☆☆☆ 1/5
Miami, FL · 2,255 beds

Southern Winds Hospital

13.3 miles
Not Rated N/A
Hialeah, FL · 72 beds

West Kendall Baptist Hospital

13.9 miles
★★★★★ 5/5
Miami, FL · 203 beds

Miami Va Medical Center

13.9 miles
★★★★☆ 4/5
Miami, FL · 504 beds

Memorial Hospital Miramar

14.2 miles
★★★★★ 5/5
Miramar, FL · 178 beds

Holy Cross Hospital

15 miles
★★★★☆ 4/5
Ft Lauderdale, FL · 557 beds

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Location & Directions

Address: 20900 Biscayne Blvd, Aventura, FL 33180
Phone: (305) 682-7000

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What to Do with This Information

Hospital quality data is most useful when paired with your specific situation. Here's how to act on it:

  • Check network status: Before choosing this hospital, verify it's in-network for your Medicare Advantage plan. Out-of-network care can cost significantly more.
  • Ask about specific outcomes: If you're considering an elective procedure, ask the hospital for their outcomes data on that specific surgery — not just overall ratings.
  • Compare nearby options: Use the nearby hospitals section above to compare quality scores across facilities in the area.
  • Review your Medicare plan: Your plan's network determines which hospitals you can access affordably. Use our enrollment checklist to stay organized if you're switching plans. Check enrollment deadlines →
  • Talk to your doctor: Ask your primary care physician which hospitals they're affiliated with and whether they're in-network for your plan. Print our doctor questions checklist →
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Hca Florida Aventura Hospital: Common Questions

What does a 3-star rating mean for Hca Florida Aventura Hospital?

CMS rates hospitals on a 1-to-5 star scale based on quality measures across mortality, safety, readmission, patient experience, and timely care. A 3-star rating means this hospital meets the national average across these domains. The rating is updated quarterly by CMS.

Does Hca Florida Aventura Hospital have an emergency room?

Yes, Hca Florida Aventura Hospital operates an emergency department.

How many doctors are affiliated with Hca Florida Aventura Hospital?

309 physicians are affiliated with this hospital according to CMS Physician Compare data. This includes 52 surgeons.

Does Hca Florida Aventura Hospital accept Medicare?

Yes. All hospitals listed on Medicare Hospital Compare are Medicare-certified facilities. However, whether this hospital is in-network for your specific Medicare Advantage plan depends on your plan's provider network. Check your plan documents or call your insurer to verify.

How many beds does Hca Florida Aventura Hospital have?

Hca Florida Aventura Hospital has 493 licensed beds. Bed count is an indicator of hospital capacity — larger hospitals often offer more specialized services.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All data is sourced from official CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) databases: Hospital Compare for quality measures and star ratings, Provider of Services for beds and services, and Physician Compare for doctor affiliations. Data is updated quarterly. Read our full methodology →

About the Reviewer

Wes Ward

Wes Ward

Founder & Data Lead

Wes Ward is the founder of InsuranceDataNow.org and reviews all hospital quality data and methodology for accuracy. Every hospital profile — including the CMS quality measures, infection rates, and doctor affiliations on this page — goes through his data-validation pipeline before publication.

With 25+ years in data analytics — including work with highly regulated genomic data at Ancestry.com — Wes brings enterprise-level rigor to healthcare transparency. He is also a co-founder of BestNeighborhood.org, CrimeGrade.org, and ISPReports.org.

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Data sources: CMS Hospital Compare (February 2026), Provider of Services (Q4 2025), CMS Physician Compare, CDC NHSN. This page is for informational purposes only. Always verify information directly with the hospital. Read our full methodology →

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