nursing home in Fort Walton Beach, FL
Westwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
1001 Mar-Walt Drive, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547 · (850) 863-5174
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★1
- Quality measures★★★★★3
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Westwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center at a glance
Westwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a 60-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.
Its most recent standard health inspection (August 6, 2026) found 2 health citations. The Florida average is 7.1.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 60
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Maximus Healthcare Group
- Medicare-certified since
- October 16, 1981
- Continuing care retirement community
- Yes
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Okaloosa County
- CMS Certification Number
- 105395
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) | 5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 1 / 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) | 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 |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 2 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 7 | 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) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $0 | $24,361 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 1 | Better |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 60 | 122 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 51 | 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) | 5.1% | 2.5% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 15.1% | 4.5% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.6% | 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) | 11.9% | 8.7% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 22.5% | 9.5% | 14.1% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 2.6% | 5.5% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 1.7% | 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) | 2.4% | 14.4% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 15.4% | 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) | 0.9% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| 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) | 100% | 95.2% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 3 health deficiencies and 3 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 6, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0921 | F Potential harm, widespread | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| August 6, 2026 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | D Potential harm, isolated | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| August 6, 2026 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| August 6, 2026 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| August 6, 2026 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 | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| April 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 May 30, 2025 |
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 no federal fines or payment denials in the past three years.
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| WESTWOOD HOLDINGS LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 02/28/2016 |
| STEINMETZ, HENRY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/08/2016 |
| RIGDON, KAREN Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/28/2016 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Westwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center's rating?
Westwood Nursing and Rehabilitation 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 Westwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 2 citations, compared with a Florida average of 7.1. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Westwood Nursing and 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 Westwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Maximus Healthcare Group. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Westwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center and how do I contact it?
Westwood Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is at 1001 Mar-Walt Drive, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32547. Phone: (850) 863-5174.
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.