nursing home in Fort Pierce, FL
Vivo Healthcare Fort Pierce
700 S 29th Street, Fort Pierce, FL 34947 · (772) 465-7560
★★★★★3
Average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- 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
Vivo Healthcare Fort Pierce at a glance
Vivo Healthcare Fort Pierce is a 79-bed for-profit nursing home in Fort Pierce, Florida (St. Lucie 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 3.6 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 (February 13, 2025) found 11 health citations. The Florida average is 7.1.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 30.3% per year (state average 41.4%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 79
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Vivo Healthcare
- Medicare-certified since
- July 1, 1993
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- St. Lucie County
- CMS Certification Number
- 105804
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Average |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 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) | 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) | 3.56 hrs | 3.82 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.68 hrs | 0.73 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Average |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.21 hrs | 2.31 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.29 hrs | 3.49 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 30.3% | 41.4% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 50% | 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) | 11 | 7 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 3 | 1 | 3 | Worse |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 48 | 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 | 79 | 122 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 74 | 109 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 93.8% | 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% | 2.5% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 2.6% | 4.5% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 2.2% | 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) | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.8% | Average |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 8.3% | 8.7% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 1% | 9.5% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 7.4% | 5.5% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 2.1% | 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) | 10.6% | 14.4% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 12% | 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) | 99.2% | 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) | 98.3% | 94.7% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 94.9% | 95.2% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 26 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| July 2, 2026 Complaint | Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0655 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 2, 2026 |
| July 2, 2026 Complaint | Post nurse staffing information every day. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0732 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 2, 2026 |
| March 17, 2026 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 16, 2026 |
| February 13, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 7, 2025 |
| February 13, 2025 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 March 7, 2025 |
| February 13, 2025 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 7, 2025 |
| February 13, 2025 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 7, 2025 |
| February 13, 2025 Standard | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 7, 2025 |
| February 13, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 7, 2025 |
| February 13, 2025 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 7, 2025 |
| February 13, 2025 Standard | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0697 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 7, 2025 |
| November 2, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 2, 2023 |
| November 2, 2023 Fire safety | Meet Health Care Facilities Code mechanical requirements. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0900 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 2, 2023 |
| November 2, 2023 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 2, 2023 |
| November 2, 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 December 2, 2023 |
| November 2, 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 December 2, 2023 |
| November 2, 2023 Standard | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0842 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 2, 2023 |
| November 2, 2023 Standard | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 2, 2023 |
| November 2, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 2, 2023 |
| November 2, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0641 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 2, 2023 |
| November 2, 2023 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 December 2, 2023 |
| November 2, 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 December 2, 2023 |
| July 8, 2022 Standard | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0684 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 5, 2022 |
| July 8, 2022 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 August 5, 2022 |
| July 8, 2022 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 5, 2022 |
| July 8, 2022 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 5, 2022 |
| July 8, 2022 Standard | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0582 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 5, 2022 |
| July 8, 2022 Standard | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0554 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 5, 2022 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| FT PIERCE HOLDCO LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 09/01/2023 |
| JAKOBOVITS, NATHAN Individual | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | — | 09/01/2023 |
| GLUCK, BENJAMIN Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 12% | 09/01/2023 |
| JEK IRRV TR II Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 9% | 09/01/2023 |
| NMJ IRRV TR II Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 6% | 09/01/2023 |
| BOYKIN, IAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2023 |
| FORVIS MAZARS LLP Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2023 |
| HARPER, CHARLES Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2023 |
| PEASE BELL CPAS LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2023 |
| SUMMATION FINANCIAL SERVICES LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2023 |
| CUKIER, JOSEF Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2023 |
| KAGAN, JEFFREY Individual | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2023 |
| BECKER, YITZCHOK Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2023 |
| JEK HOLDINGS LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2023 |
| CUKIER, JOSEF Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2023 |
| FRIEDLAND, SHALOM Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2023 |
| GLUCK, BENJAMIN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Vivo Healthcare Fort Pierce's rating?
Vivo Healthcare Fort Pierce 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 Vivo Healthcare Fort Pierce receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 11 citations, compared with a Florida average of 7.1. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Vivo Healthcare Fort Pierce 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 Vivo Healthcare Fort Pierce?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Vivo Healthcare. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Vivo Healthcare Fort Pierce and how do I contact it?
Vivo Healthcare Fort Pierce is at 700 S 29th Street, Fort Pierce, FL 34947. Phone: (772) 465-7560.
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.