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Mozaic Senior Life

Skilled nursing facility and nursing facility

4200 Park Avenue
Bridgeport, CT 06604

Report Date
Nov 1, 2026
Data Through
Oct 1, 2026
Report ID
VR-CT-075353-2611
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Provider Category
Nursing home
Location
Bridgeport, CT
Record Period
2021–2026
Source Documents
13
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01

The Essentials

Summary

Across 11 inspections from November 2021 to May 2026, state surveyors documented 36 findings at Mozaic Senior Life; 36 have a recorded correction; CMS lists 4 enforcement actions in the window.

Inspections
11
2021–2026, complaint and standard
Findings
36
Deficiencies cited by state inspectors
Corrected
36
Of 36 findings, with a recorded correction date
Penalties
4
4 fines; payment not published

Findings by Year

  • Findings
  • Of which, actual harm (level G or above)
2021: 4 findings across 1 inspection420211 inspection2022: 0 findings across 0 inspections020220 inspections2023: 10 findings across 3 inspections; of which, actual harm (level G or above): 21020233 inspections2024: 4 findings across 3 inspections; of which, actual harm (level G or above): 1420243 inspections2025: 15 findings across 3 inspections; of which, actual harm (level G or above): 11520253 inspections2026: 3 findings across 1 inspection32026*1 inspection2021: 4 findings across 1 inspection420211 insp.2022: 0 findings across 0 inspections020220 insp.2023: 10 findings across 3 inspections; of which, actual harm (level G or above): 21020233 insp.2024: 4 findings across 3 inspections; of which, actual harm (level G or above): 1420243 insp.2025: 15 findings across 3 inspections; of which, actual harm (level G or above): 11520253 insp.2026: 3 findings across 1 inspection32026*1 insp.

* Partial year, through October 1, 2026.

Findings by year
YearInspectionsFindingsOf which, actual harm (level G or above)
2021140
2022000
20233102
2024341
20253151
2026130

What the Record Shows

  • 36 of 36 findings have a recorded correction date.
  • CMS lists 4 enforcement actions in the window: 4 fines totaling $48,198, their payment not published.
  • 8 visits in this window included a complaint investigation. CMS publishes what a complaint investigation cited, not what the complaint alleged.
  • The latest standard inspection, September 29, 2025, recorded 13 findings (most serious: Level E).

What to Ask About

Report at a Glance

Facility
Mozaic Senior Life
Address
4200 Park Avenue, Bridgeport, CT 06604
CMS Certification Number
075353
Provider Type
Skilled nursing facility and nursing facility
Certified Beds
294
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Record Window
November 9, 2021 to October 1, 2026
02

Chronology

Inspection History

Every inspection in the record window, newest first. A finding is a deficiency an inspector cited. CMS publishes what a complaint investigation cited, not what the complaint alleged.

  1. 2026

    Complaint investigation

    3 findings

    • F604Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 25, 2026
    • F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 25, 2026
    • F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jun 25, 2026

    Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  2. 2025

    Standard health inspection

    13 findings

    • F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Level ENo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 5, 2026
    • F550Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 5, 2026
    • F585Honor 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.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 5, 2026
    • F609Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 5, 2026
    • F610Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 5, 2026
    • F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 5, 2026
    • F657Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 5, 2026
    • F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 5, 2026
    • F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 5, 2026
    • F760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 5, 2026
    • F761Ensure 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.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 5, 2026
    • F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jan 5, 2026
    • F628Provide the required documentation or notification related to the resident's needs, appeal rights, or bed-hold policies.Level BPotential for minimal harmCorrected Jan 5, 2026

    Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  3. 2025

    Complaint investigation

    1 finding

    • F658Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 13, 2025

    Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  4. 2025

    Complaint investigation

    1 finding

    • F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Level GActual harmCorrected Mar 19, 2025

    Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  5. 2024

    Complaint investigation

    1 finding

    • F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Jul 22, 2024

    Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  6. 2024

    Complaint investigation

    2 findings

    • F760Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.Level JImmediate jeopardyCorrected May 6, 2024
    • F684Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected May 6, 2024

    Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  7. 2024

    Complaint investigation

    1 finding

    • F600Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Mar 20, 2024

    Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  8. 2023

    Complaint investigation

    1 finding

    • F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 20, 2023

    Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  9. 2023

    Complaint investigation

    2 findings

    • F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Level GActual harmCorrected Dec 19, 2023
    • F656Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 19, 2023

    Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  10. 2023

    Standard health inspection

    7 findings

    • F726Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.Level GActual harmCorrected Dec 19, 2023
    • F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 19, 2023
    • F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 19, 2023
    • F756Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 19, 2023
    • F761Ensure 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.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 19, 2023
    • F880Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 19, 2023
    • F883Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 19, 2023

    Enforcement Action

    Civil money penalty, $10,059 imposed October 19, 2023. CMS publishes the fine, not whether it has been paid. CMS does not tie a penalty to a survey; listed with the standard health inspection of October 19, 2023, the nearest before the penalty date.

    Enforcement Action

    Civil money penalty, $10,059 imposed October 19, 2023. CMS publishes the fine, not whether it has been paid. CMS does not tie a penalty to a survey; listed with the standard health inspection of October 19, 2023, the nearest before the penalty date.

    Enforcement Action

    Civil money penalty, $15,642 imposed February 7, 2024. CMS publishes the fine, not whether it has been paid. CMS does not tie a penalty to a survey; listed with the standard health inspection of October 19, 2023, the nearest before the penalty date.

    Enforcement Action

    Civil money penalty, $12,438 imposed March 5, 2025. CMS publishes the fine, not whether it has been paid. CMS does not tie a penalty to a survey; listed with the standard health inspection of October 19, 2023, the nearest before the penalty date.

    Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

  11. 2021

    Standard health inspection

    4 findings

    • F686Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 21, 2021
    • F689Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 21, 2021
    • F726Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 21, 2021
    • F761Ensure 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.Level DNo actual harm, potential for moreCorrected Dec 21, 2021

    Source: Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

Severity levels follow the CMS scope and severity grid. A–C: potential for minimal harm. D–F: no actual harm, potential for more than minimal harm. G–I: actual harm. J–L: immediate jeopardy.

03

Context

Patterns Worth Examining

A repeated citation can merit attention, but context and corrective action must be reviewed before drawing a conclusion.

  1. 1

    Accident Hazards and Supervision, Cited in Five Inspections

    Inspectors cited F689 in November 2021, October 2023, November 2023, March 2025 and September 2025. This citation covers whether residents are protected from accident hazards and supervised closely enough to prevent accidents, including falls. The most serious of these was recorded at level G (actual harm). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    2123232324242425252526F689 across all 11 inspections, oldest to newest
  2. 2

    Care Plans, Cited in Three Inspections

    Inspectors cited F656 in November 2023, December 2023 and September 2025. This citation covers whether each resident has a written care plan that meets their needs, with goals that can be measured. None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    2123232324242425252526F656 across all 11 inspections, oldest to newest
  3. 3

    Quality of Care, Cited in Three Inspections

    Inspectors cited F684 in April 2024, June 2024 and September 2025. This citation covers whether residents receive the treatment their orders, preferences and goals call for. None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    2123232324242425252526F684 across all 11 inspections, oldest to newest
  4. 4

    Pressure Injury Care, Cited in Three Inspections

    Inspectors cited F686 in November 2021, October 2023 and September 2025. This citation covers how the home prevents and treats pressure injuries (bedsores). None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    2123232324242425252526F686 across all 11 inspections, oldest to newest
  5. 5

    Medication Labeling and Storage, Cited in Three Inspections

    Inspectors cited F761 in November 2021, October 2023 and September 2025. This citation covers how drugs are labeled and kept locked, including controlled drugs. None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    2123232324242425252526F761 across all 11 inspections, oldest to newest
  6. 6

    Reporting Suspected Abuse, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F609 in September 2025 and May 2026. This citation covers whether suspected abuse, neglect or theft is reported to the authorities on time, with the results of the home’s investigation. None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    2123232324242425252526F609 across all 11 inspections, oldest to newest
  7. 7

    Investigating Alleged Violations, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F610 in September 2025 and May 2026. This citation covers how the home responds to and investigates an allegation of abuse, neglect or mistreatment. None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    2123232324242425252526F610 across all 11 inspections, oldest to newest
  8. 8

    Citation F726, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F726 in November 2021 and October 2023. The agency describes it this way: 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. The most serious of these was recorded at level G (actual harm). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    2123232324242425252526F726 across all 11 inspections, oldest to newest
  9. 9

    Significant Medication Errors, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F760 in April 2024 and September 2025. This citation covers whether residents are free from significant medication errors. The most serious of these was recorded at level J (immediate jeopardy). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    2123232324242425252526F760 across all 11 inspections, oldest to newest
  10. 10

    Infection Control, Cited in Two Inspections

    Inspectors cited F880 in October 2023 and September 2025. This citation covers hand hygiene, isolation practice and the home’s infection-prevention program. None rose above level D (no actual harm, potential for more). Each citation has a recorded correction, and a repeat after correction is worth a direct question.

    2123232324242425252526F880 across all 11 inspections, oldest to newest
04

For Your Next Visit

Questions to Ask on Your Visit

Bring these to the tour. Each one comes from something in the record; the reason is under the question.

  1. 01

    What changed in fall prevention and supervision after the last citation, and how do you check that it is still working?

    Accident Hazards and Supervision: cited in five inspections, most seriously at level G.

  2. 02

    How is a care plan written and reviewed here, and how do families take part in it?

    Care Plans: cited in three inspections, most seriously at level D.

  3. 03

    How do nurses make sure a doctor’s orders are carried out, and how are families told when something is missed?

    Quality of Care: cited in three inspections, most seriously at level D.

  4. 04

    How often are residents checked for pressure injuries and repositioned, and who is responsible for it?

    Pressure Injury Care: cited in three inspections, most seriously at level D.

  5. 05

    How are medications stored and secured, and who checks the medication carts?

    Medication Labeling and Storage: cited in three inspections, most seriously at level D.

  6. 06

    How are staff trained to report suspected abuse or neglect, and who reports it to the state?

    Reporting Suspected Abuse: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D.

  7. 07

    When an allegation is made, who investigates it, and how are residents protected in the meantime?

    Investigating Alleged Violations: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D.

  8. 08

    What changed after F726 was cited, and how do you check it now?

    Citation F726: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level G.

  9. 09

    What happened after the medication error citation, and how are high-risk drugs double-checked?

    Significant Medication Errors: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level J.

  10. 10

    Who leads infection control here, and how often are hand-hygiene and isolation practices audited?

    Infection Control: cited in two inspections, most seriously at level D.

  11. 11

    How many nurses and aides are on each shift, including nights and weekends, for the unit we are considering?

    No staffing citation appears in this window. Staffing levels are published separately by CMS and are worth asking about directly.

  12. 12

    What led to the 2025 fine, and has it been paid?

    A $12,438 civil money penalty was imposed March 5, 2025. CMS publishes the fine, not whether it has been paid. The record holds four enforcement actions in the window.

05

The Evidence

Sources and Coverage

Inspection results and penalties are published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services from surveys conducted by the Connecticut state survey agency.

  • Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

    Connecticut state survey agency

    Inspection Nov 9, 2021 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

  • Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

    Connecticut state survey agency

    Inspection Oct 19, 2023 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

  • Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

    Connecticut state survey agency

    Inspection Nov 15, 2023 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

  • Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

    Connecticut state survey agency

    Inspection Dec 6, 2023 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

  • Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

    Connecticut state survey agency

    Inspection Feb 7, 2024 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

  • Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

    Connecticut state survey agency

    Inspection Apr 10, 2024 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

  • Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

    Connecticut state survey agency

    Inspection Jun 28, 2024 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

  • Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

    Connecticut state survey agency

    Inspection Mar 5, 2025 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

  • Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

    Connecticut state survey agency

    Inspection May 13, 2025 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

  • Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

    Connecticut state survey agency

    Inspection Sep 29, 2025 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

  • Health inspection results, as published by CMS (Health Deficiencies and Inspection Dates, Provider Data Catalog)

    Connecticut state survey agency

    Inspection May 20, 2026 · Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

  • Penalties, Provider Data Catalog

    Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services

    Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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  • Provider Information, Provider Data Catalog

    Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services · 075353

    Published Oct 1, 2026 · Retrieved Nov 1, 2026

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Coverage

Record windowNovember 9, 2021 – October 1, 2026

  • CMS publishes about three inspection cycles; inspections before November 2021 are not in this release.
  • CMS refreshes these files monthly, after statements of deficiencies are processed, so an inspection from the last two months may not appear yet.

What This Report Cannot Tell You

Complaints not investigated onsite
Allegations screened out by the state before an onsite visit are not published.
Complaint allegations
CMS publishes the deficiencies a complaint survey cited, not the allegation itself.
Facility-reported incidents
Self-reported incidents appear only if they led to an inspection.
Follow-up visits
CMS's files list standard, complaint and infection control surveys, not revisits; a correction date is the one CMS records.
Fire safety inspections
Published by CMS separately and not included in this record yet.
Staffing levels and ownership history
Published by CMS separately and not included in this record.
Whether fines were paid
CMS publishes the fines imposed, not whether or when they were paid.

Historical coverage varies by agency and location. Missing records do not mean that no complaint or violation occurred.

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