nursing home in Hialeah Gardens, FL
Waterford Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
8333 W Okeechobee Road, Hialeah Gardens, FL 33016 · (305) 556-9900
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Waterford Nursing and Rehabilitation Center at a glance
Waterford Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a 214-bed for-profit nursing home in Hialeah Gardens, Florida (Miami-Dade 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 3.5 hours of nursing care per day (1.2 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 5, 2026) found 6 health citations. The Florida average is 7.1.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 29.3% per year (state average 41.4%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 214
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- February 27, 1987
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- CMS Certification Number
- 105554
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) | 3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Average |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Better |
| Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Better |
| Long-stay quality rating (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 4.6 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Better |
| Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Better |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.53 hrs | 3.82 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.20 hrs | 0.73 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.22 hrs | 2.31 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.33 hrs | 3.49 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 29.3% | 41.4% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 29.8% | 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) | 6 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 29 | 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 | 214 | 122 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 204 | 109 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 95.4% | 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) | 3.5% | 2.5% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.3% | 4.5% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 18.3% | 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) | 4.7% | 8.7% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 1.5% | 9.5% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 2.8% | 5.5% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0.3% | 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) | 22.8% | 14.4% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 1.7% | 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) | 1.4% | 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 13 health deficiencies and 8 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 5, 2026 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 18, 2026 |
| March 5, 2026 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 18, 2026 |
| March 5, 2026 Standard | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 3, 2026 |
| March 5, 2026 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 3, 2026 |
| March 5, 2026 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 April 3, 2026 |
| March 5, 2026 Standard | Keep all essential equipment working safely. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0908 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 3, 2026 |
| March 5, 2026 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 April 3, 2026 |
| March 5, 2026 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 3, 2026 |
| August 15, 2024 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 18, 2024 |
| August 15, 2024 Fire safety | Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0325 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 18, 2024 |
| August 15, 2024 Fire safety | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0923 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 18, 2024 |
| August 15, 2024 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 18, 2024 |
| August 15, 2024 Standard | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0583 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 18, 2024 |
| August 15, 2024 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 18, 2024 |
| August 15, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 18, 2024 |
| April 13, 2023 Fire safety | Meet other general requirements. Construction Deficiencies · Tag K0100 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 13, 2023 |
| April 13, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 13, 2023 |
| April 13, 2023 Fire safety | Have elevators that firefighters can control in the event of a fire. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0531 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 13, 2023 |
| April 13, 2023 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 May 13, 2023 |
| April 13, 2023 Standard | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0695 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 13, 2023 |
| April 13, 2023 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 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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| AGRP 2011 TRUST Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/22/2022 |
| BENGIO, JACOB Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/26/2022 |
| DEBORAH PHILIPSON 2011 FAMILY TRUST Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/22/2022 |
| KRAUS, ABRAHAM Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/26/2022 |
| PARITZKY, JEREMIE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/26/2022 |
| PHILIPSON FAMILY LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/26/2022 |
| REYES, EDUARDO Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/26/2022 |
| RICHARDS MITCHELL & CROSS PA Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/26/2022 |
| SCHAFFER, DANIEL Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/26/2022 |
| SEBASTIAN, DESIREE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/26/2022 |
| TESSLER, NAOMI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/26/2022 |
| VENTURA SERVICES - FLORIDA, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/26/2022 |
| BENGIO, JACOB Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/26/2022 |
| WATERFORD HOLDCO LLC Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/28/2022 |
| PHILIPSON, BENT Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2026 |
| PHILIPSON, GABRIELLE Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2026 |
| PHILIPSON, RAQUEL Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/01/2026 |
| BENGIO, JACOB Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/26/2022 |
| PARITZKY, JEREMIE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/26/2022 |
| REYES, EDUARDO Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/26/2022 |
| SEBASTIAN, DESIREE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/26/2022 |
| AGRP 2011 TRUST Organization | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/26/2022 |
| DEBORAH PHILIPSON 2011 FAMILY TRUST Organization | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/26/2022 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Waterford Nursing and Rehabilitation Center's rating?
Waterford 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 Waterford Nursing and Rehabilitation Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 6 citations, compared with a Florida average of 7.1. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Waterford 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 Waterford Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?
It is for profit - corporation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Waterford Nursing and Rehabilitation Center and how do I contact it?
Waterford Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is at 8333 W Okeechobee Road, Hialeah Gardens, FL 33016. Phone: (305) 556-9900.
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.