nursing home in Lake Worth, FL
Pine Trail Nursing and Rehab Center
4445 Pine Forest Dr, Lake Worth, FL 33463 · (561) 965-5954
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★1
- 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
Pine Trail Nursing and Rehab Center at a glance
Pine Trail Nursing and Rehab Center is a 52-bed for-profit nursing home in Lake Worth, Florida (Palm Beach County).
CMS gives it 2 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, worse than the Florida average of 3.3.
Residents receive about 3.3 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 (December 20, 2024) found 18 health citations. The Florida average is 7.1.
Federal regulators fined it 2 times in the past three years, totaling $16,800.
Nursing staff turnover is 56.4% per year (state average 41.4%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 52
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Eliyahu Mirlis
- Medicare-certified since
- May 21, 1993
- Resident/family council
- None
- County
- Palm Beach County
- CMS Certification Number
- 105835
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 2 / 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) | 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 |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.28 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) | 2.13 hrs | 2.31 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.30 hrs | 3.49 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 56.4% | 41.4% | 45.8% | Worse |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 75% | 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) | 18 | 7 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 102 | 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) | $16,800 | $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 | 52 | 122 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 58 | 109 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 100% | 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) | 1.9% | 2.5% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 9.9% | 4.5% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 7.7% | 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) | 9.8% | 8.7% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 9.3% | 9.5% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 0% | 5.5% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 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) | 19.9% | 14.4% | 19.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 9.4% | 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) | 99.5% | 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) | 1.7% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 90.9% | 94.7% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 97.8% | 95.2% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 27 health deficiencies and 4 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 22, 2025 Complaint | Give residents notice of Medicaid/Medicare coverage and potential liability for services not covered. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0582 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected May 22, 2025 |
| December 20, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 19, 2025 |
| December 20, 2024 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected January 31, 2025 |
| December 20, 2024 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 January 31, 2025 |
| December 20, 2024 Standard | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0835 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 31, 2025 |
| December 20, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 31, 2025 |
| December 20, 2024 Standard | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0803 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 31, 2025 |
| December 20, 2024 Standard | Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0867 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 31, 2025 |
| December 20, 2024 Standard | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0925 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 31, 2025 |
| December 20, 2024 Standard | Keep all essential equipment working safely. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0908 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected January 31, 2025 |
| December 20, 2024 Standard | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0609 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 31, 2025 |
| December 20, 2024 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 January 31, 2025 |
| December 20, 2024 Standard | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0558 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 31, 2025 |
| December 20, 2024 Standard | Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0638 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 31, 2025 |
| December 20, 2024 Standard | Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0658 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 31, 2025 |
| December 20, 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 January 31, 2025 |
| December 20, 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 January 31, 2025 |
| December 20, 2024 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 31, 2025 |
| December 20, 2024 Standard | Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0760 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 31, 2025 |
| December 20, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 31, 2025 |
| September 28, 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 November 2, 2023 |
| September 28, 2023 Fire safety | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0355 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 2, 2023 |
| September 28, 2023 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 October 28, 2023 |
| September 28, 2023 Standard | Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0925 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 28, 2023 |
| September 28, 2023 Standard | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0803 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected October 28, 2023 |
| September 28, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food prepared in a form designed to meet individual needs. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0805 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected October 28, 2023 |
| September 28, 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 October 28, 2023 |
| May 26, 2022 Fire safety | Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector. Egress Deficiencies · Tag K0223 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 27, 2022 |
| May 26, 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 June 27, 2022 |
| May 26, 2022 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 June 27, 2022 |
| May 26, 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 | B No harm, pattern | Corrected June 27, 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 2 federal penalties in the past three years, including $16,800 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| December 20, 2024 | Fine | $11,454 |
| December 20, 2024 | Fine | $5,346 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4445 PINE FOREST DR LAKE HOLDCO LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 09/01/2023 |
| MIRLIS, ELIYAHU Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 99% | 09/01/2023 |
| COLMAN, RUBEN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/09/2025 |
| OLAZABAL, JUSTINA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/09/2025 |
| MIRLIS, ELIYAHU Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2023 |
| BECHER, SARAH Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2023 |
| VRD 10 HLDCO LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2023 |
| COLMAN, RUBEN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2023 |
| OLAZABAL, JUSTINA Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2023 |
| COLMAN, RUBEN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/09/2025 |
| OLAZABAL, JUSTINA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/09/2025 |
| OLAZABAL, JUSTINA Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/01/2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Pine Trail Nursing and Rehab Center's rating?
Pine Trail Nursing and Rehab Center has 2 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 Pine Trail Nursing and Rehab Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 18 citations, compared with a Florida average of 7.1. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Pine Trail Nursing and Rehab 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 Pine Trail Nursing and Rehab Center?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Eliyahu Mirlis. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Pine Trail Nursing and Rehab Center and how do I contact it?
Pine Trail Nursing and Rehab Center is at 4445 Pine Forest Dr, Lake Worth, FL 33463. Phone: (561) 965-5954.
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.