nursing home in Fort Myers, FL

Cedarbrook Health and Rehabilitation Center

1600 Matthew Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33907 · (239) 275-6067

★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
  • Health inspections★★★★★2
  • Staffing★★★★★3
  • Quality measures★★★★★5

Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data

Cedarbrook Health and Rehabilitation Center at a glance

Cedarbrook Health and Rehabilitation Center is a 120-bed for-profit nursing home in Fort Myers, Florida (Lee 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 3.4 hours of nursing care per day (0.7 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.8 hours.

Its most recent standard health inspection (November 15, 2024) found 10 health citations. The Florida average is 7.1.

Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $16,801.

Nursing staff turnover is 69.5% 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
Aston Health
Medicare-certified since
April 25, 1991
Resident/family council
Both
County
Lee County
CMS Certification Number
105723

Ratings

MeasureThis facilityFlorida avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 53.3 / 53 / 5Average
Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better)2 / 52.9 / 52.8 / 5Worse
Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better)3 / 53.3 / 52.9 / 5Average
Quality measures rating ⓘ (higher is better)5 / 54.2 / 53.6 / 5Better
Long-stay quality rating (higher is better)5 / 54.6 / 53.8 / 5Better
Short-stay (rehab) quality rating (higher is better)4 / 53.3 / 53.3 / 5Better

Staffing

This facility3.41 hrsFlorida average3.82 hrsU.S. average3.86 hrs
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day: this facility vs. Florida and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityFlorida avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better)3.41 hrs3.82 hrs3.86 hrsWorse
Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better)0.70 hrs0.73 hrs0.69 hrsAverage
Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better)2.09 hrs2.31 hrs2.32 hrsWorse
Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better)3.14 hrs3.49 hrs3.42 hrsWorse
Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better)69.5%41.4%45.8%Worse
Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better)78.1%46%42.9%Worse
Administrators who left in the past year (lower is better)011Better

Inspections

This facility10Florida average7U.S. average9
Health citations in the most recent inspection: this facility vs. Florida and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityFlorida avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better)1079Worse
Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better)213Better
Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better)646380.6Better

Penalties

This facility1Florida average1U.S. average1
Fines in the past 3 years: this facility vs. Florida and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityFlorida avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)111Worse
Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better)$16,801$24,361$30,972Better
All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better)111Average

Size

MeasureThis facilityFlorida avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Certified beds120122107
Average residents per day11510986
Occupancy96%88.9%80.9%

Long-stay residents

This facility2.1%Florida average2.5%U.S. average3.2%
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury: this facility vs. Florida and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityFlorida avg.U.S. avg.vs. U.S.
Long-stay residents with a fall causing major injury (lower is better)2.1%2.5%3.2%Better
Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better)3.4%4.5%4.6%Better
Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better)6.6%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)0.2%0.3%0.8%Better
Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better)3.3%8.7%13.9%Better
Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better)2.8%9.5%14.1%Better
Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better)9.2%5.5%5.2%Worse
Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better)0%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)14.4%14.4%19.5%Better
Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better)23.1%10.5%19%Worse
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)98.2%98.2%93.6%Average

Short-stay residents

This facility0%Florida average1.5%U.S. average1.6%
Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication: this facility vs. Florida and U.S. averages
MeasureThis facilityFlorida 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)94.5%94.7%79.8%Better
Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better)82.5%95.2%82%Average

Inspection citations

State inspectors cited this home for 30 health deficiencies and 11 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.

DateCitationSeverityStatus
November 15, 2024
Standard
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697
G
Actual harm, isolated
Corrected December 14, 2024
November 15, 2024
Complaint
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 December 14, 2024
November 15, 2024
Complaint
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 14, 2024
November 15, 2024
Complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected December 14, 2024
November 15, 2024
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 December 14, 2024
November 15, 2024
Standard
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0694
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 14, 2024
November 15, 2024
Standard
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 14, 2024
November 15, 2024
Standard
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 14, 2024
November 15, 2024
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 December 14, 2024
November 15, 2024
Standard
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0636
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 14, 2024
November 15, 2024
Standard
Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0800
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected December 14, 2024
February 9, 2023
Fire safety
Address patient/client population and determine types of services needed.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0007
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected March 9, 2023
February 9, 2023
Fire safety
Develop Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0013
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected March 9, 2023
February 9, 2023
Fire safety
Provide a means of sharing information on occupancy/needs.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0034
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected March 9, 2023
February 9, 2023
Fire safety
Provide family notifications of emergency plan.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0035
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected March 9, 2023
February 9, 2023
Fire safety
Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP).
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0004
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected March 9, 2023
February 9, 2023
Fire safety
Conduct risk assessment and an All-Hazards approach.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0006
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected March 9, 2023
February 9, 2023
Fire safety
Include a process for Emergency Preparedness collaboration.
Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies · Tag E0009
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected March 9, 2023
February 9, 2023
Fire safety
Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 9, 2023
February 9, 2023
Fire safety
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 9, 2023
February 9, 2023
Fire safety
Ensure electrical receptacles or cover plates have distinctive color or marking.
Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0917
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 9, 2023
February 9, 2023
Standard
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 17, 2023
February 9, 2023
Standard
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0755
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 17, 2023
February 9, 2023
Standard
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0677
E
Potential harm, pattern
Corrected March 17, 2023
February 9, 2023
Standard
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0690
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 17, 2023
February 9, 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 March 17, 2023
February 9, 2023
Standard
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0806
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected March 17, 2023
February 9, 2023
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 17, 2023
February 9, 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 March 28, 2023
February 9, 2023
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 17, 2023
February 9, 2023
Standard
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 17, 2023
February 9, 2023
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
Corrected March 17, 2023
June 10, 2021
Fire safety
Add doors in an exit area that do not require the use of a key from the exit side unless in case of special locking arrangements.
Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0222
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 11, 2021
June 10, 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
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 10, 2021
June 10, 2021
Standard
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0908
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 10, 2021
June 10, 2021
Standard
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0921
F
Potential harm, widespread
Corrected July 10, 2021
June 10, 2021
Standard
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0565
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 10, 2021
June 10, 2021
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 July 10, 2021
June 10, 2021
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 July 10, 2021
June 10, 2021
Standard
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759
D
Potential harm, isolated
Corrected July 10, 2021
June 10, 2021
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 July 10, 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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $16,801 in fines.

DatePenaltyAmount / length
November 15, 2024Fine$16,801

Owners and managers

Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.

NameRoleShareSince
CEDARBROOK REHAB HOLDINGS LLC
Organization
5% or greater direct ownership interest100%05/05/2023
BF CEDARBROOK TRUST
Organization
5% or greater indirect ownership interest50%05/05/2023
LF CEDARBROOK TRUST
Organization
5% or greater indirect ownership interest50%05/05/2023
ASTON HEALTHCARE LLC
Organization
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE05/05/2023
MARTINEZ IRIZARRY, ALFONSO
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE10/16/2025
SOLTIS, ERIN
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE10/16/2025
WILDES, DONNA
Individual
adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE08/28/2025
FRIEDMAN, LEOPOLD
Individual
individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snfNOT APPLICABLE10/16/2025
ATKINSTALL, ALICIA
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE09/24/2024
AVILES, URSULA
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE05/05/2023
MARTINEZ IRIZARRY, ALFONSO
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE02/01/2025
SOLTIS, ERIN
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE06/24/2024
WILDES, DONNA
Individual
operational/managerial controlNOT APPLICABLE08/28/2025

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Frequently asked questions

What is Cedarbrook Health and Rehabilitation Center's rating?

Cedarbrook Health and Rehabilitation Center 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 Cedarbrook Health and Rehabilitation Center receive?

Its most recent standard health inspection found 10 citations, compared with a Florida average of 7.1. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.

Does Cedarbrook Health 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 Cedarbrook Health and Rehabilitation Center?

It is for profit - corporation and part of Aston Health. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.

Where is Cedarbrook Health and Rehabilitation Center and how do I contact it?

Cedarbrook Health and Rehabilitation Center is at 1600 Matthew Drive, Fort Myers, FL 33907. Phone: (239) 275-6067.

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.