nursing home in Largo, FL
Palm Garden of Pinellas
200 16th Ave SE, Largo, FL 34641 · (727) 585-9377
★★★★★1
Much below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- Staffing★★★★★3
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Palm Garden of Pinellas at a glance
Palm Garden of Pinellas is a 120-bed for-profit nursing home in Largo, Florida (Pinellas 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 3.6 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (May 15, 2025) found 17 health citations. The Florida average is 7.1.
Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $10,039.
Nursing staff turnover is 57.9% 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
- Palm Garden Health and Rehabilitation
- Medicare-certified since
- June 24, 1991
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Pinellas County
- CMS Certification Number
- 105733
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) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | Average |
| 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) | 3.60 hrs | 3.82 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.58 hrs | 0.73 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.20 hrs | 2.31 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.31 hrs | 3.49 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 57.9% | 41.4% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 37.5% | 46% | 42.9% | Better |
| 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) | 17 | 7 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 3 | 1 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 147.5 | 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) | $10,039 | $24,361 | $30,972 | Better |
| 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 | 113 | 109 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 94.2% | 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) | 3.7% | 2.5% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 4.3% | 4.5% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 8.6% | 8.6% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.6% | 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) | 7.4% | 8.7% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 6.2% | 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) | 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) | 12.2% | 14.4% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 31.3% | 10.5% | 19% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 99% | 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) | 1.2% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 94.2% | 94.7% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98.7% | 95.2% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 31 health deficiencies and 4 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 3 citations involved actual harm, including 2 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 12, 2026 Complaint | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected June 2, 2026 |
| May 12, 2026 Complaint | 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 June 2, 2026 |
| May 15, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected June 14, 2025 |
| May 15, 2025 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 June 14, 2025 |
| May 15, 2025 Standard | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0582 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 14, 2025 |
| May 15, 2025 Standard | Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0565 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 14, 2025 |
| May 15, 2025 Standard | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 14, 2025 |
| May 15, 2025 Standard | Provide care or services that was trauma informed and/or culturally competent. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0699 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 14, 2025 |
| May 15, 2025 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 June 14, 2025 |
| May 15, 2025 Standard | Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0657 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 14, 2025 |
| May 15, 2025 Standard | 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected June 14, 2025 |
| May 15, 2025 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 14, 2025 |
| May 15, 2025 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 14, 2025 |
| May 15, 2025 Standard | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 14, 2025 |
| May 15, 2025 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0698 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 14, 2025 |
| May 15, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 14, 2025 |
| May 15, 2025 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 June 14, 2025 |
| April 10, 2024 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 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected April 11, 2024 |
| April 10, 2024 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 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected April 11, 2024 |
| March 30, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0920 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 29, 2023 |
| March 30, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 12, 2023 |
| March 30, 2023 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 20, 2023 |
| March 30, 2023 Standard | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 30, 2023 |
| March 30, 2023 Standard | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0644 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 30, 2023 |
| March 30, 2023 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 April 30, 2023 |
| March 30, 2023 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 April 30, 2023 |
| March 30, 2023 Standard | Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0881 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 30, 2023 |
| March 30, 2023 Standard | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 30, 2023 |
| July 1, 2021 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 31, 2021 |
| July 1, 2021 Standard | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0756 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 31, 2021 |
| July 1, 2021 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 July 31, 2021 |
| July 1, 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 July 31, 2021 |
| July 1, 2021 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected October 7, 2021 |
| July 1, 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 October 7, 2021 |
| July 1, 2021 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 October 7, 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 2 federal penalties in the past three years, including $10,039 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| April 10, 2024 | Fine | $5,020 |
| April 10, 2024 | Fine | $5,019 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| MCCARVER, PATSY Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 50% | 11/01/2013 |
| PALM GARDEN HEALTHCARE HOLDINGS, LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 50% | 11/01/2013 |
| JAMES O. MCCARVER QTIP BUSINESS MARITAL TRUST U/A DATED JUNE 22, 2001, Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 38% | 12/23/2014 |
| JAMES O. MCCARVER RESIDUARY TRUST SHARE U/A DATED 06/22/2001 Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 8% | 12/23/2014 |
| PATSY E. MCCARVER TRUST U/A DATED JUNE 22, 2001 AS AMENDED, PATSY E Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 48% | 11/01/2013 |
| REGIONS BANK Organization | 5% or greater mortgage interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2013 |
| PGPIN RE LLC Organization | 5% or greater security interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/29/2024 |
| REGIONS BANK Organization | 5% or greater security interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2013 |
| BACHA, MOUNA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/04/2025 |
| JAMES O. MCCARVER QTIP BUSINESS MARITAL TRUST U/A DATED JUNE 22, 2001, Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2013 |
| MITCHELL, SANDRA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/04/2025 |
| PALM HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/04/2025 |
| PATSY E. MCCARVER TRUST U/A DATED JUNE 22, 2001 AS AMENDED, PATSY E Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2013 |
| PGPIN RE LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/29/2024 |
| BOMBERGER, JEFFREY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2014 |
| CHALMERS, JAMES Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2015 |
| GREENE, ROBERT Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2014 |
| BACHA, MOUNA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2020 |
| MITCHELL, SANDRA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 05/02/2016 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Palm Garden of Pinellas's rating?
Palm Garden of Pinellas 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 Palm Garden of Pinellas receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 17 citations, compared with a Florida average of 7.1. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Palm Garden of Pinellas 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 Palm Garden of Pinellas?
It is for profit - individual and part of Palm Garden Health and Rehabilitation. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Palm Garden of Pinellas and how do I contact it?
Palm Garden of Pinellas is at 200 16th Ave SE, Largo, FL 34641. Phone: (727) 585-9377.
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.