nursing home in Perry, FL
Aviata at Big Bend
207 Marshall Dr, Perry, FL 32347 · (850) 584-6334
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★4
- Special Focus candidate
- Abuse citation
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Aviata at Big Bend at a glance
Aviata at Big Bend is a 120-bed for-profit nursing home in Perry, Florida (Taylor 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 3.7 hours of nursing care per day (1 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (March 26, 2026) found 12 health citations. The Florida average is 7.1.
Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $150,655.
Nursing staff turnover is 61.2% per year (state average 41.4%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 120
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Aviata Health Group
- Medicare-certified since
- December 21, 1988
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Taylor County
- CMS Certification Number
- 105631
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) | 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) | 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) | 3.68 hrs | 3.82 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.01 hrs | 0.73 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.11 hrs | 2.31 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.19 hrs | 3.49 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 61.2% | 41.4% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 50% | 46% | 42.9% | Worse |
| Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better) | 2 | 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) | 12 | 7 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 8 | 1 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 397.8 | 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) | 2 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $150,655 | $24,361 | $30,972 | Worse |
| 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 | 66 | 109 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 55.3% | 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% | 2.5% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4.7% | 4.5% | 4.6% | Average |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 4.6% | 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) | 6.7% | 8.7% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 5.2% | 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) | 1.5% | 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) | 19.9% | 14.4% | 19.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 6.6% | 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) | 92.7% | 98.2% | 93.6% | Average |
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) | 100% | 94.7% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 72.8% | 95.2% | 82% | Worse |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 19 health deficiencies and 0 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 4 citations involved actual harm, including 3 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 16, 2026 Complaint | 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 | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| March 26, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 14, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 Standard | Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0919 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 14, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 Standard | Educate residents and staff on COVID-19 vaccination, offer the COVID-19 vaccine to eligible residents and staff after education, and properly document each resident and staff member's vaccination status. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0887 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 14, 2026 |
| March 26, 2026 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 14, 2026 |
| February 11, 2026 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 26, 2026 |
| February 11, 2026 Complaint | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0610 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 26, 2026 |
| February 11, 2026 Complaint | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 26, 2026 |
| September 11, 2025 Complaint | Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0865 | L Immediate jeopardy, widespread | Corrected December 10, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 Complaint | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0600 | L Immediate jeopardy, widespread | Corrected December 10, 2025 |
| September 11, 2025 Complaint | 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 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected December 10, 2025 |
| September 11, 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 | H Actual harm, pattern | Corrected December 10, 2025 |
| August 7, 2025 Complaint | 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 December 9, 2025 |
| December 18, 2024 Standard | Have policies on smoking. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0926 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 8, 2025 |
| December 18, 2024 Complaint | 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 February 8, 2025 |
| December 18, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 8, 2025 |
| December 18, 2024 Complaint | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 8, 2025 |
| December 18, 2024 Standard | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 8, 2025 |
| October 4, 2023 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 | Corrected November 15, 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 2 federal penalties in the past three years, including $150,655 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| August 7, 2025 | Fine | $123,970 |
| August 7, 2025 | Fine | $26,685 |
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 |
| INNOCENT SIMON, JOELLE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2023 |
| VILSACK, MIRANDA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/20/2025 |
| FREUND, NOCHUM Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2023 |
| MARSHALL PARENT LLC Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2023 |
| PERRY 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 | 07/14/2025 |
| GOLDBERGER, ABRAHAM Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/14/2025 |
| GOLDBERGER, FAIGY Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/14/2025 |
| HERSKOWITZ, ELIEZER Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/14/2025 |
| HERSKOWITZ, YAAKOV Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/14/2025 |
| TRAVITSKY, AARON Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/14/2025 |
| FREUND, NOCHUM Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2023 |
| INNOCENT SIMON, JOELLE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2023 |
| VILSACK, MIRANDA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/20/2025 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Aviata at Big Bend's rating?
Aviata at Big Bend 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 Aviata at Big Bend receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 12 citations, compared with a Florida average of 7.1. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Aviata at Big Bend 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 Big Bend?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Aviata Health Group. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Aviata at Big Bend and how do I contact it?
Aviata at Big Bend is at 207 Marshall Dr, Perry, FL 32347. Phone: (850) 584-6334.
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.