Aria of Waukesha

Nursing Home · Waukesha, WI

CMS overall rating 1/5 For profit - Limited Liability company

CMS certification number525490

Contact & location

1451 Cleveland Ave
Waukesha, WI 53186
Waukesha County
Phone
(262) 547-2123
ZIP code
53186 – all care providers

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Facility details

Certified beds
105
Residents per day
55.6 (53% occupied)
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Legal name
Aria of Waukesha LLC
Medicare certified since
June 1, 1992
Participates in
Medicare and Medicaid
Council
Resident council

CMS star ratings

Overall★★★★★ 1/5
State avg 3.0
Health inspections★★★★★ 2/5
State avg 2.8
Staffing★★★★★ 3/5
State avg 3.6
Quality measures★★★★★ 1/5
State avg 3.0
Long-stay quality★★★★★ 2/5
Short-stay quality★★★★★ 1/5

Staffing

Hours of nursing care per resident per day, from payroll data. More hours generally mean more time for each resident.

Total nurse staffing
3.66 (state 4.21 · U.S. 3.86)
Registered nurses (RN)
0.69 (state 0.99 · U.S. 0.69)
Licensed practical nurses
0.76 (state 0.64 · U.S. 0.86)
Nurse aides
2.21 (state 2.58 · U.S. 2.32)
Weekend total
2.80 (state 3.77 · U.S. 3.42)
Nursing staff turnover
64.5 (state 46.9 · U.S. 45.8)%
RN turnover
55.6 (state 39.7 · U.S. 42.9)%
Administrators who left
1 in the last year

Inspections

Last standard inspection
February 16, 2026
Health deficiencies (last cycle)
12.0 (state 9.5 · U.S. 9.3)
From complaints
3
Citations on record (3 years)
25 health · 29 fire safety · includes immediate jeopardy
DateCitationSeverityStatus
2026-02-16 Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
F0686 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 G
Actual harm		 Corrected 2026-03-06
2026-02-16 Electronically submit to CMS complete and accurate direct care staffing information, based on payroll and other verifiable and auditable data.
F0851 · Administration Deficiencies		 F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-03-09
2026-02-16 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies		 F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-03-05
2026-02-16 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.
F0584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-02-19
2026-02-16 Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
F0627 · Resident Rights Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-02-19
2026-02-16 Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
F0677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-02-17
2026-02-16 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-03-06
2026-02-16 Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
F0755 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-02-20
2026-02-16 Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
F0756 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-02-27
2026-02-16 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.
F0761 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-02-17
2026-02-16 Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
F0919 · Environmental Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2026-02-12
2025-10-15 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 J
Immediate jeopardy to resident health or safety		 Corrected 2025-11-04
2024-10-11 Employ sufficient staff with the appropriate competencies and skills sets to carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service, including a qualified dietician.
F0801 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-11-05
2024-10-11 Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-11-05
2024-10-11 Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
F0880 · Infection Control Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-11-05
2024-06-07 Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
F0607 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2024-06-27
2023-11-21 Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
F0689 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-12-04
2023-10-12 Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
F0684 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-11-07
2023-10-12 Provide appropriate colostomy, urostomy, or ileostomy care/services for a resident who requires such services.
F0691 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-11-07
2023-08-17 Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
F0812 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies		 F
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-09-08
2023-08-17 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.
F0584 · Resident Rights Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-09-08
2023-08-17 Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
F0692 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies		 E
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-09-08
2023-08-17 Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
F0677 · Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · complaint inspection		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-09-08
2023-08-17 Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
F0758 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies		 D
No actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-09-08
2023-08-17 Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
F0814 · Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies		 C
No actual harm, potential for minimal harm		 Corrected 2023-09-08

Severity letters A–L combine how widespread a problem was (isolated, pattern, widespread) with how serious (from potential for minimal harm to immediate jeopardy). How to read inspection results

Fines & penalties

1 penalty in the last three years, including $22,925 in fines.

DateTypeAmount
2025-10-15Fine$22,925

Ownership & management

NameRoleSince
Brandman, Akiva (individual)5%+ Direct Ownership Interest · 20%
Brandman, Joseph (individual)5%+ Direct Ownership Interest · 20%
Brandman, Netanel (individual)5%+ Direct Ownership Interest · 10%
Brandman, Yaakov (individual)5%+ Direct Ownership Interest · 20%
Rebel, Igor (individual)5%+ Direct Ownership Interest · 10%
Brandman, Joseph (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Topper, Aaron (individual)Corporate Officer · NOT APPLICABLE
Topper, Aaron (individual)Operational/managerial Control · NOT APPLICABLE

Frequently asked questions

What is the rating of Aria of Waukesha?

Aria of Waukesha has a 1-star overall rating from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services on a scale of 1 to 5, compared with a 3.0-star average in Wisconsin.

How many beds does Aria of Waukesha have?

It has 105 certified beds and cares for about 56 residents per day.

Has Aria of Waukesha been fined?

Yes. CMS lists 1 penalty totaling $22,925 in the last three years.

What is the phone number of Aria of Waukesha?

(262) 547-2123. The facility is located at 1451 Cleveland Ave, Waukesha, WI 53186.

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Source: CMS Care Compare, August 2026. Information is provided as published by CMS; verify details directly with the facility.