nursing home in Fort Walton Beach, FL
Emerald Coast Center
114 Third Street SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548 · (850) 243-6134
★★★★★4
Above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Emerald Coast Center at a glance
Emerald Coast Center is a 120-bed for-profit nursing home in Fort Walton Beach, Florida (Okaloosa County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Florida average of 3.3.
Residents receive about 3.2 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (September 25, 2025) found 3 health citations. The Florida average is 7.1.
Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $17,114.
Nursing staff turnover is 42.2% per year (state average 41.4%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Individual
- Beds
- 120
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Hearthstone Senior Communities
- Medicare-certified since
- August 7, 1973
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Okaloosa County
- CMS Certification Number
- 105265
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 4.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.6 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.23 hrs | 3.82 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.58 hrs | 0.73 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.09 hrs | 2.31 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.12 hrs | 3.49 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 42.2% | 41.4% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 52.4% | 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) | 3 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 25 | 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) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $17,114 | $24,361 | $30,972 | Better |
| 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 | 120 | 122 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 102 | 109 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 85.2% | 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) | 0% | 2.5% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 6.9% | 4.5% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 11.7% | 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% | 0.3% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 9.5% | 8.7% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 9.4% | 9.5% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.2% | 5.5% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 3.9% | 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) | 5.4% | 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) | 98.7% | 94.7% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 95.2% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 15 health deficiencies and 16 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 29, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0914 | F Potential harm, widespread | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| July 29, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | D Potential harm, isolated | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| September 25, 2025 Fire safety | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0015 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 5, 2026 |
| September 25, 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 February 5, 2026 |
| September 25, 2025 Fire safety | Implement emergency and standby power systems. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0041 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 5, 2026 |
| September 25, 2025 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 October 3, 2025 |
| September 25, 2025 Standard | 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 October 3, 2025 |
| September 25, 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 October 3, 2025 |
| July 18, 2024 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 9, 2024 |
| July 18, 2024 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 September 9, 2024 |
| July 18, 2024 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 9, 2024 |
| July 18, 2024 Fire safety | Have exits that are accessible at all times. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0271 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 9, 2024 |
| July 18, 2024 Standard | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 18, 2024 |
| July 18, 2024 Standard | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0814 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 18, 2024 |
| July 18, 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 August 18, 2024 |
| July 18, 2024 Standard | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0552 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 18, 2024 |
| July 18, 2024 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 18, 2024 |
| July 18, 2024 Standard | Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0847 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 18, 2024 |
| April 26, 2024 Complaint | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected May 21, 2024 |
| April 26, 2024 Complaint | Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0622 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected May 21, 2024 |
| April 13, 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 May 25, 2023 |
| April 13, 2023 Fire safety | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0363 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 25, 2023 |
| April 13, 2023 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 25, 2023 |
| April 13, 2023 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 25, 2023 |
| April 13, 2023 Fire safety | Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0025 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 25, 2023 |
| April 13, 2023 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 May 25, 2023 |
| April 13, 2023 Fire safety | Have properly sized and located compartments to protect residents from smoke. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0371 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 25, 2023 |
| April 13, 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 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 13, 2023 |
| April 13, 2023 Standard | Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0557 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 13, 2023 |
| April 13, 2023 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 May 13, 2023 |
| April 13, 2023 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 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected May 13, 2023 |
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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $8,557 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| April 26, 2024 | Fine | $8,557 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| HEARTHSTONE SENIOR COMMUNITIES, INC. Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 100% | 04/01/2009 |
| CONSULTING SUPPORT SERVICES, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/08/2025 |
| FACILITY SUPPORT COMPANY, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/19/2025 |
| HARDY-FAUBER, TAMMY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/27/2021 |
| HEARTHSTONE SENIOR COMMUNITIES, INC. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/08/2025 |
| KANE FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/19/2025 |
| MCKAY, SHERRI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2009 |
| OMEGA HEALTHCARE INVESTORS, INC. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2003 |
| SELECT REHABILITATION, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/19/2016 |
| THEMIS HEALTH MANAGEMENT, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/08/2025 |
| GARNER, ALVIN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2009 |
| JAFFE, HOWARD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2009 |
| ROMBOLD, LORI Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2009 |
| WYATT, BRIAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2009 |
| CONSULTING SUPPORT SERVICES, LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/28/2011 |
| FACILITY SUPPORT COMPANY, LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/13/2010 |
| HARDY-FAUBER, TAMMY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/27/2021 |
| KANE FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/06/2012 |
| MCKAY, SHERRI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2009 |
| THEMIS HEALTH MANAGEMENT, LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2009 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Emerald Coast Center's rating?
Emerald Coast Center has 4 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 Emerald Coast Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 3 citations, compared with a Florida average of 7.1. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Emerald Coast 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 Emerald Coast Center?
It is for profit - individual and part of Hearthstone Senior Communities. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Emerald Coast Center and how do I contact it?
Emerald Coast Center is at 114 Third Street SE, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548. Phone: (850) 243-6134.
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.