nursing home in Niceville, FL
Manor at Blue Water Bay, the
1500 North White Point Road, Niceville, FL 32578 · (850) 897-5592
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★4
- CMS high performer
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Manor at Blue Water Bay, the at a glance
Manor at Blue Water Bay, the is a 120-bed for-profit nursing home in Niceville, Florida (Okaloosa County).
CMS gives it 5 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Florida average of 3.3.
Residents receive about 4 hours of nursing care per day (0.6 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (April 23, 2026) found 1 health citation. The Florida average is 7.1.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 48.4% per year (state average 41.4%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 120
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Medicare-certified since
- February 2, 1993
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Okaloosa County
- CMS Certification Number
- 105784
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| 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) | 4 / 5 | 4.6 / 5 | 3.8 / 5 | Average |
| 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) | 3.97 hrs | 3.82 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.55 hrs | 0.73 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Worse |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.36 hrs | 2.31 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.69 hrs | 3.49 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 48.4% | 41.4% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 42.9% | 46% | 42.9% | Average |
| 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) | 1 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 3 | 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 | 106 | 109 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 88.7% | 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) | 4.4% | 2.5% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 7% | 4.5% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.9% | 8.6% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 1.3% | 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) | 15.4% | 8.7% | 13.9% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 10% | 9.5% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 8.4% | 5.5% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 2.8% | 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) | 17.7% | 14.4% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 13.7% | 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) | 0.9% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 99.5% | 94.7% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.8% | 95.2% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 1 health deficiency and 0 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. None were rated as causing actual harm to residents.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 23, 2026 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 1, 2026 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| GALLAGHER, DUANE Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 01/01/2015 |
| GALLAGHER, DUANE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2015 |
| GALLAGHER, DUANE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/01/2015 |
| BALTZ, MATTHEW Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/31/2014 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Manor at Blue Water Bay, the's rating?
Manor at Blue Water Bay, the has 5 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 Manor at Blue Water Bay, the receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 1 citation, compared with a Florida average of 7.1. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Manor at Blue Water Bay, the 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 Manor at Blue Water Bay, the?
It is for profit - limited liability company. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Manor at Blue Water Bay, the and how do I contact it?
Manor at Blue Water Bay, the is at 1500 North White Point Road, Niceville, FL 32578. Phone: (850) 897-5592.
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.