nursing home in Boca Raton, FL
Boca Circle Rehabilitation Center
7225 Boca del Mar Drive, Boca Raton, FL 33433 · (561) 362-9644
★★★★★2
Below average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★2
- 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
Boca Circle Rehabilitation Center at a glance
Boca Circle Rehabilitation Center is a 120-bed for-profit nursing home in Boca Raton, 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 3.6 hours of nursing care per day (0.8 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (February 6, 2025) found 12 health citations. The Florida average is 7.1.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $31,736.
Nursing staff turnover is 40% per year (state average 41.4%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Limited Liability Company
- Beds
- 120
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Excelsior Care Group
- Medicare-certified since
- January 12, 1995
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Palm Beach County
- CMS Certification Number
- 105852
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) | 2 / 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) | 2 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Worse |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.62 hrs | 3.82 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.77 hrs | 0.73 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| 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) | 3.35 hrs | 3.49 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 40% | 41.4% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 66.7% | 46% | 42.9% | Worse |
Inspections
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health citations in the most recent inspection (lower is better) | 12 | 7 | 9 | Worse |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 66 | 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) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $31,736 | $24,361 | $30,972 | Average |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 1 | 1 | 1 | Average |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 120 | 122 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 115 | 109 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 95.5% | 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) | 0.3% | 2.5% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 9.2% | 4.5% | 4.6% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 8.3% | 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% | 0.3% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 4.2% | 8.7% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 5% | 9.5% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 3.9% | 5.5% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 0.4% | 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) | 20% | 14.4% | 19.5% | Average |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 3.4% | 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) | 99.7% | 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) | 5.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 98.5% | 94.7% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 93.9% | 95.2% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 39 health deficiencies and 7 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 13, 2025 Complaint | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 5, 2025 |
| May 13, 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 5, 2025 |
| February 6, 2025 Fire safety | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0324 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 6, 2025 |
| February 6, 2025 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected March 6, 2025 |
| February 6, 2025 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 6, 2025 |
| February 6, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0372 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 6, 2025 |
| February 6, 2025 Standard | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0692 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected March 6, 2025 |
| February 6, 2025 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 6, 2025 |
| February 6, 2025 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 6, 2025 |
| February 6, 2025 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 6, 2025 |
| February 6, 2025 Standard | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0814 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 6, 2025 |
| February 6, 2025 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 March 6, 2025 |
| February 6, 2025 Standard | Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0809 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 6, 2025 |
| February 6, 2025 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 6, 2025 |
| February 6, 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 6, 2025 |
| February 6, 2025 Standard | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 6, 2025 |
| February 6, 2025 Standard | Give the resident's representative the ability to exercise the resident's rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0551 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 6, 2025 |
| February 6, 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 6, 2025 |
| October 19, 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 19, 2023 |
| October 19, 2023 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected November 19, 2023 |
| October 19, 2023 Complaint | 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 November 19, 2023 |
| October 19, 2023 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 November 19, 2023 |
| October 19, 2023 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 November 19, 2023 |
| October 19, 2023 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 November 19, 2023 |
| October 19, 2023 Complaint | 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 November 19, 2023 |
| October 19, 2023 Standard | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0693 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 19, 2023 |
| October 19, 2023 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 November 19, 2023 |
| October 19, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 19, 2023 |
| October 19, 2023 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 19, 2023 |
| October 19, 2023 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 19, 2023 |
| October 19, 2023 Standard | Provide special eating equipment and utensils for residents who need them and appropriate assistance. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0810 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 19, 2023 |
| October 19, 2023 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 November 19, 2023 |
| June 23, 2022 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 25, 2022 |
| June 23, 2022 Fire safety | Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of electrical systems. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0911 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 25, 2022 |
| June 23, 2022 Standard | Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0809 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 23, 2022 |
| June 23, 2022 Standard | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0804 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 23, 2022 |
| June 23, 2022 Standard | Provide sufficient support personnel to safely and effectively carry out the functions of the food and nutrition service. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Tag F0802 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 23, 2022 |
| June 23, 2022 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 23, 2022 |
| June 23, 2022 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 July 23, 2022 |
| June 23, 2022 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 July 23, 2022 |
| June 23, 2022 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 July 23, 2022 |
| June 23, 2022 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 July 23, 2022 |
| June 23, 2022 Standard | 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 July 23, 2022 |
| June 23, 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 July 23, 2022 |
| June 23, 2022 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 23, 2022 |
| June 23, 2022 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 July 23, 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 1 federal penalty in the past three years, including $31,736 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| February 6, 2025 | Fine | $31,736 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| HEARTLAND BOCA INTERMEDIATE OPCO HOLDCO LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 04/01/2023 |
| FLNHO CAPITAL GROUP LLC Organization | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 40% | 04/01/2023 |
| RUBENSTEIN, DAVID Individual | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 10% | 04/01/2023 |
| LANDA, BENJAMIN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2023 |
| LEIFER, JOEL Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2023 |
| DADIA, JANET Individual | w-2 managing employee | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Boca Circle Rehabilitation Center's rating?
Boca Circle Rehabilitation 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 Boca Circle Rehabilitation Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 12 citations, compared with a Florida average of 7.1. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Boca Circle 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 Boca Circle Rehabilitation Center?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Excelsior Care Group. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Boca Circle Rehabilitation Center and how do I contact it?
Boca Circle Rehabilitation Center is at 7225 Boca del Mar Drive, Boca Raton, FL 33433. Phone: (561) 362-9644.
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.