nursing home in Palm Harbor, FL
Aviata at Countryside
3825 Countryside Blvd N, Palm Harbor, FL 34684 · (727) 784-2848
★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★3
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Aviata at Countryside at a glance
Aviata at Countryside is a 120-bed for-profit nursing home in Palm Harbor, Florida (Pinellas County).
CMS gives it 3 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, close to the Florida average of 3.3.
Residents receive about 3.5 hours of nursing care per day (0.9 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (September 19, 2024) found 5 health citations. The Florida average is 7.1.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 37.1% 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
- Aviata Health Group
- Medicare-certified since
- October 19, 1987
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Pinellas County
- CMS Certification Number
- 105587
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| 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) | 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) | 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) | 3.47 hrs | 3.82 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.91 hrs | 0.73 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.10 hrs | 2.31 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.15 hrs | 3.49 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 37.1% | 41.4% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 45.5% | 46% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 1 | 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) | 5 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 28 | 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 | 120 | 122 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 115 | 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) | 2% | 2.5% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4.4% | 4.5% | 4.6% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 5.5% | 8.6% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.3% | 0.7% | 1.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a catheter left in the bladder (lower is better) | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 6.3% | 8.7% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 8% | 9.5% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.6% | 5.5% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 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) | 15.6% | 14.4% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 6.7% | 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) | 0.6% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 99.1% | 94.7% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.6% | 95.2% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 16 health deficiencies and 11 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 19, 2025 Complaint | 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 19, 2025 |
| September 19, 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 October 10, 2024 |
| September 19, 2024 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 10, 2024 |
| September 19, 2024 Fire safety | Establish policies and procedures for volunteers. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0024 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 10, 2024 |
| September 19, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 14, 2024 |
| September 19, 2024 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 14, 2024 |
| September 19, 2024 Standard | Provide or obtain dental services for each resident. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0791 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 14, 2024 |
| September 19, 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 October 14, 2024 |
| September 19, 2024 Standard | Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0578 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 14, 2024 |
| March 20, 2024 Complaint | 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 12, 2024 |
| September 22, 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 October 28, 2022 |
| September 22, 2022 Standard | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0582 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 22, 2022 |
| September 22, 2022 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 22, 2022 |
| September 22, 2022 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 22, 2022 |
| September 22, 2022 Standard | Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0685 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 22, 2022 |
| September 22, 2022 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 October 22, 2022 |
| September 22, 2022 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 22, 2022 |
| September 22, 2022 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 October 22, 2022 |
| September 22, 2022 Standard | Report COVID19 data to residents and families. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0885 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 22, 2022 |
| March 17, 2021 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 15, 2021 |
| March 17, 2021 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 15, 2021 |
| March 17, 2021 Fire safety | Install emergency lighting that can last at least 1 1/2 hours. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0291 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 15, 2021 |
| March 17, 2021 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 April 15, 2021 |
| March 17, 2021 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 15, 2021 |
| March 17, 2021 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 15, 2021 |
| March 17, 2021 Fire safety | Have simulated fire drills held at unexpected times. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0712 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 15, 2021 |
| March 17, 2021 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 April 8, 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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASPIRE MGT LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2023 |
| BAILEY, TIMOTHY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2023 |
| COMANDINI, JEFFREY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/19/2023 |
| FREUND, NOCHUM Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2023 |
| COUNTRYSIDE PARENT LLC Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2023 |
| PALM HARBOR HOLDCO LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2023 |
| DAGAN, AMITAI Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/04/2025 |
| GOLDBERGER, ABRAHAM Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/04/2025 |
| GOLDBERGER, FAIGY Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/04/2025 |
| HERSKOWITZ, ELIEZER Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/04/2025 |
| HERSKOWITZ, YAAKOV Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/04/2025 |
| TRAVITSKY, AARON Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/04/2025 |
| BAILEY, TIMOTHY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2023 |
| COMANDINI, JEFFREY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/19/2023 |
| FREUND, NOCHUM Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Aviata at Countryside's rating?
Aviata at Countryside has 3 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 Aviata at Countryside receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 5 citations, compared with a Florida average of 7.1. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Aviata at Countryside 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 Aviata at Countryside?
It is for profit - individual and part of Aviata Health Group. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Aviata at Countryside and how do I contact it?
Aviata at Countryside is at 3825 Countryside Blvd N, Palm Harbor, FL 34684. Phone: (727) 784-2848.
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.