nursing home in Clearwater, FL
East Bay Rehabilitation Center
4470 E Bay Dr, Clearwater, FL 33764 · (727) 530-7100
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
East Bay Rehabilitation Center at a glance
East Bay Rehabilitation Center is a 120-bed for-profit nursing home in Clearwater, Florida (Pinellas 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 3.9 hours of nursing care per day (0.5 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (February 15, 2024) 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 44.8% per year (state average 41.4%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 120
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Clear Choice Healthcare
- Medicare-certified since
- July 26, 1990
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Pinellas County
- CMS Certification Number
- 105697
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) | 3.87 hrs | 3.82 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.50 hrs | 0.73 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.48 hrs | 2.31 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.49 hrs | 3.49 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 44.8% | 41.4% | 45.8% | Average |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 55.6% | 46% | 42.9% | Worse |
| 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) | 1 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 31 | 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 | 112 | 109 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 93.3% | 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) | 1.6% | 2.5% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4% | 4.5% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 5.3% | 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) | 6.1% | 8.7% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 9% | 9.5% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 6.9% | 5.5% | 5.2% | Worse |
| 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) | 24.2% | 14.4% | 19.5% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 8.2% | 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) | 0.8% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.4% | 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 12 health deficiencies and 2 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 15, 2024 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | C No harm, widespread | Corrected March 15, 2024 |
| February 15, 2024 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 15, 2024 |
| February 15, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 15, 2024 |
| February 15, 2024 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 March 15, 2024 |
| February 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 March 15, 2024 |
| February 15, 2024 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 15, 2024 |
| February 15, 2024 Standard | Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0676 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 15, 2024 |
| November 5, 2021 Fire safety | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0004 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 3, 2021 |
| November 5, 2021 Standard | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0812 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected December 5, 2021 |
| November 5, 2021 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 5, 2021 |
| November 5, 2021 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 December 5, 2021 |
| February 20, 2020 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 20, 2020 |
| February 20, 2020 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 March 20, 2020 |
| February 20, 2020 Standard | Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0561 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 20, 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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| EGNATZ, NICHOLAS Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/29/2025 |
| MATHEW, DANI Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/29/2025 |
| KENNEDY, DEBORAH Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2003 |
| PARTEE, LESLIE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2022 |
| CLEAR CHOICE HEALTH CARE LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2007 |
| EGNATZ, NICHOLAS Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/15/2022 |
| KENNEDY, DEBORAH Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2022 |
| MATHEW, DANI Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/17/2022 |
| PARTEE, LESLIE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2022 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is East Bay Rehabilitation Center's rating?
East Bay 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 East Bay 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 East Bay 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 East Bay Rehabilitation Center?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Clear Choice Healthcare. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is East Bay Rehabilitation Center and how do I contact it?
East Bay Rehabilitation Center is at 4470 E Bay Dr, Clearwater, FL 33764. Phone: (727) 530-7100.
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.