nursing home in Tarpon Springs, FL
Tarpon Bayou Center
515 Chesapeake Dr, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689 · (727) 934-4629
★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Tarpon Bayou Center at a glance
Tarpon Bayou Center is a 114-bed non-profit nursing home in Tarpon Springs, 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 (0.6 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (April 11, 2024) found 17 health citations. The Florida average is 7.1.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $10,170.
Nursing staff turnover is 23.1% per year (state average 41.4%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Non Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 114
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Hearthstone Senior Communities
- Medicare-certified since
- April 12, 1974
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Pinellas County
- CMS Certification Number
- 105280
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) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| 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) | 1 / 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) | 3.16 hrs | 3.82 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.56 hrs | 0.73 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.00 hrs | 2.31 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.04 hrs | 3.49 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 23.1% | 41.4% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 28.6% | 46% | 42.9% | Better |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 17 | 7 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 136 | 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) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $10,170 | $24,361 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 114 | 122 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 98 | 109 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 86.2% | 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) | 3.3% | 2.5% | 3.2% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3% | 4.5% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 20.6% | 8.6% | 15.4% | Worse |
| 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) | 16.1% | 8.7% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 10.9% | 9.5% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 8.2% | 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) | 27% | 14.4% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 16.3% | 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) | 6.8% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 94.7% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.2% | 95.2% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 21 health deficiencies and 16 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 11, 2024 Fire safety | Establish emergency prep training and testing. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0036 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 10, 2024 |
| April 11, 2024 Fire safety | Provide family notifications of emergency plan. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0035 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 10, 2024 |
| April 11, 2024 Fire safety | Conduct testing and exercise requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0039 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 10, 2024 |
| April 11, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 10, 2024 |
| April 11, 2024 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 10, 2024 |
| April 11, 2024 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 May 10, 2024 |
| April 11, 2024 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 10, 2024 |
| April 11, 2024 Standard | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 28, 2024 |
| April 11, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 28, 2024 |
| April 11, 2024 Standard | Keep all essential equipment working safely. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0908 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected May 10, 2024 |
| April 11, 2024 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 May 10, 2024 |
| April 11, 2024 Standard | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 10, 2024 |
| April 11, 2024 Standard | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 28, 2024 |
| April 11, 2024 Standard | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 10, 2024 |
| April 11, 2024 Standard | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 28, 2024 |
| April 11, 2024 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 28, 2024 |
| April 11, 2024 Standard | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 28, 2024 |
| April 11, 2024 Standard | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 10, 2024 |
| April 11, 2024 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 May 10, 2024 |
| April 11, 2024 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 28, 2024 |
| April 11, 2024 Standard | Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0637 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 10, 2024 |
| April 11, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 10, 2024 |
| April 11, 2024 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 28, 2024 |
| April 11, 2024 Standard | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0758 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 28, 2024 |
| February 4, 2022 Fire safety | Provide emergency officials' contact information. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0031 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 23, 2022 |
| February 4, 2022 Fire safety | Provide family notifications of emergency plan. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0035 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 23, 2022 |
| February 4, 2022 Fire safety | Establish roles under a Waiver declared by secretary. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0026 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected February 23, 2022 |
| February 4, 2022 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 23, 2022 |
| February 4, 2022 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 February 23, 2022 |
| February 4, 2022 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 February 23, 2022 |
| November 6, 2020 Fire safety | List the names and contact information of those in the facility. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0030 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 4, 2020 |
| November 6, 2020 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 4, 2020 |
| November 6, 2020 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 4, 2020 |
| November 6, 2020 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 December 4, 2020 |
| November 6, 2020 Standard | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 21, 2021 |
| November 6, 2020 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 January 21, 2021 |
| November 6, 2020 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 December 4, 2020 |
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 $10,170 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| April 11, 2024 | Fine | $10,170 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| TARPON REHABILITATION CENTER, LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 04/01/2009 |
| 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 | 03/21/2025 |
| FACILITY SUPPORT COMPANY, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/21/2025 |
| JOSEPH, PATRICIA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/20/2021 |
| KANE FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/21/2025 |
| MATTERN, ANDREA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/21/2021 |
| SELECT REHABILITATION, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/19/2016 |
| THEMIS HEALTH MANAGEMENT, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/21/2025 |
| 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 |
| JOSEPH, PATRICIA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/20/2021 |
| KANE FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/06/2012 |
| MATTERN, ANDREA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/21/2021 |
| THEMIS HEALTH MANAGEMENT, LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2009 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Tarpon Bayou Center's rating?
Tarpon Bayou 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 Tarpon Bayou Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 17 citations, compared with a Florida average of 7.1. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Tarpon Bayou 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 Tarpon Bayou Center?
It is non profit - corporation and part of Hearthstone Senior Communities. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Tarpon Bayou Center and how do I contact it?
Tarpon Bayou Center is at 515 Chesapeake Dr, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689. Phone: (727) 934-4629.
About this data
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