nursing home in Saint Petersburg, FL
South Heritage Health & Rehabilitation Center
718 Lakeview Ave S, Saint Petersburg, FL 33705 · (727) 894-5125
★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★2
- Quality measures★★★★★3
- Abuse citation
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
South Heritage Health & Rehabilitation Center at a glance
South Heritage Health & Rehabilitation Center is a 74-bed non-profit nursing home in Saint Petersburg, Florida (Pinellas County).
CMS gives it 1 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Florida average of 3.3.
Residents receive about 3.2 hours of nursing care per day (0.4 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (February 13, 2025) found 18 health citations. The Florida average is 7.1.
Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $113,467.
Nursing staff turnover is 52.4% per year (state average 41.4%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 74
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Senior Health South
- Medicare-certified since
- June 1, 1982
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Pinellas County
- CMS Certification Number
- 105117
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Worse |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Worse |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Worse |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 4.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Worse |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4.6 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.19 hrs | 3.82 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.41 hrs | 0.73 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.03 hrs | 2.31 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.09 hrs | 3.49 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 52.4% | 41.4% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 76.9% | 46% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 3 | 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) | 18 | 7 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 7 | 1 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 113 | 63 | 80.6 | Worse |
Penalties
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $113,467 | $24,361 | $30,972 | Worse |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 74 | 122 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 59 | 109 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 79.3% | 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) | 7.1% | 4.5% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 10.8% | 8.6% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.4% | 0.7% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0% | 0.3% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 6.1% | 8.7% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 7.3% | 9.5% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 6% | 5.5% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0% | 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) | 15.7% | 14.4% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 4.2% | 10.5% | 19% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 99.2% | 95.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 98.2% | 93.6% | Better |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 96.8% | 94.7% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 97.4% | 95.2% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 31 health deficiencies and 15 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 25, 2026 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0550 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 25, 2026 |
| April 25, 2026 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 May 25, 2026 |
| April 25, 2026 Complaint | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 25, 2026 |
| October 15, 2025 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 5, 2025 |
| October 15, 2025 Complaint | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 5, 2025 |
| October 15, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 5, 2025 |
| September 2, 2025 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected September 22, 2025 |
| April 25, 2025 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected May 25, 2025 |
| April 25, 2025 Complaint | Have a registered nurse on duty 8 hours a day; and select a registered nurse to be the director of nurses on a full time basis. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0727 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 25, 2025 |
| April 25, 2025 Complaint | 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 May 25, 2025 |
| April 25, 2025 Complaint | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 25, 2025 |
| April 25, 2025 Complaint | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 25, 2025 |
| February 13, 2025 Fire safety | Install smoke barrier doors that can resist smoke for at least 20 minutes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0374 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 17, 2025 |
| February 13, 2025 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 17, 2025 |
| February 13, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure precautions for handling oxygen cylinders and equipment are correctly followed. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0929 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 17, 2025 |
| February 13, 2025 Fire safety | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 17, 2025 |
| February 13, 2025 Standard | Keep all essential equipment working safely. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0908 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 17, 2025 |
| February 13, 2025 Standard | Honor 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0585 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 17, 2025 |
| February 13, 2025 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 March 17, 2025 |
| February 13, 2025 Standard | 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 March 17, 2025 |
| February 13, 2025 Standard | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 17, 2025 |
| February 13, 2025 Standard | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 17, 2025 |
| February 13, 2025 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 March 17, 2025 |
| February 13, 2025 Standard | Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0676 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 17, 2025 |
| February 13, 2025 Standard | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 17, 2025 |
| February 13, 2025 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 17, 2025 |
| February 13, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 17, 2025 |
| February 10, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 7, 2023 |
| February 10, 2023 Fire safety | Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 7, 2023 |
| February 10, 2023 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 7, 2023 |
| February 10, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0921 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 7, 2023 |
| February 10, 2023 Fire safety | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0741 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 7, 2023 |
| February 10, 2023 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 7, 2023 |
| February 10, 2023 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 7, 2023 |
| February 10, 2023 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 7, 2023 |
| February 10, 2023 Standard | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 12, 2023 |
| February 10, 2023 Standard | 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 March 12, 2023 |
| February 10, 2023 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 12, 2023 |
| February 10, 2023 Standard | Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0580 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 12, 2023 |
| February 10, 2023 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 12, 2023 |
| February 10, 2023 Standard | Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0849 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 12, 2023 |
| February 10, 2023 Standard | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 12, 2023 |
| May 20, 2021 Fire safety | Meet other general requirements. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0200 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 20, 2021 |
| May 20, 2021 Fire safety | Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0325 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 20, 2021 |
| May 20, 2021 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 20, 2021 |
| May 20, 2021 Standard | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0686 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 20, 2021 |
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 2 federal penalties in the past three years, including $113,467 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| September 2, 2025 | Fine | $54,704 |
| April 25, 2025 | Fine | $58,763 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| SENIOR HEALTH PROPERTIES-SOUTH INC. Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 11/30/2000 |
| SENIOR HEALTH SOUTH EX LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 100% | 11/20/2000 |
| OMEGA HEALTHCARE INVESTORS, INC Organization | 5% or greater mortgage interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2005 |
| CONSULTING SUPPORT SERVICES, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2025 |
| CROCKETT WILSON, NEKEISHA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/08/2010 |
| FACILITY SUPPORT COMPANY, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2025 |
| KANE FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/24/2025 |
| OMEGA HEALTHCARE INVESTORS, INC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2005 |
| SELECT REHABILITATION, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/19/2016 |
| SENIOR HEALTH SOUTH EX LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2025 |
| WHITE, SAMANTHA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/21/2021 |
| DEPIANO, RICH Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2009 |
| JAFFE, HOWARD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2009 |
| MULLEN, ANN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2009 |
| RICHMOND, PENNY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2009 |
| CONSULTING SUPPORT SERVICES, LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/28/2011 |
| CROCKETT WILSON, NEKEISHA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/08/2010 |
| FACILITY SUPPORT COMPANY, LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/13/2010 |
| KANE FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/06/2012 |
| WHITE, SAMANTHA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/21/2021 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is South Heritage Health & Rehabilitation Center's rating?
South Heritage Health & Rehabilitation Center has 1 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 South Heritage Health & Rehabilitation Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 18 citations, compared with a Florida average of 7.1. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does South Heritage Health & Rehabilitation Center 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 South Heritage Health & Rehabilitation Center?
It is non profit - corporation and part of Senior Health South. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is South Heritage Health & Rehabilitation Center and how do I contact it?
South Heritage Health & Rehabilitation Center is at 718 Lakeview Ave S, Saint Petersburg, FL 33705. Phone: (727) 894-5125.
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.