nursing home in Palm Bay, FL
Aviata at Palm Bay
5405 Babcock St NE, Palm Bay, FL 32905 · (321) 722-0660
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- 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
Aviata at Palm Bay at a glance
Aviata at Palm Bay is a 120-bed for-profit nursing home in Palm Bay, Florida (Brevard County).
CMS gives it 4 out of 5 stars on its overall star rating, better than the Florida average of 3.3.
Residents receive about 3.4 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 (March 12, 2026) found 0 health citations. The Florida average is 7.1.
Federal regulators fined it 5 times in the past three years, totaling $21,693.
Nursing staff turnover is 41.7% 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
- Aviata Health Group
- Medicare-certified since
- March 12, 1998
- Resident/family council
- Both
- County
- Brevard County
- CMS Certification Number
- 105985
Ratings
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3 / 5 | Better |
| Health inspection rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| 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) | 3.39 hrs | 3.82 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.84 hrs | 0.73 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.06 hrs | 2.31 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Worse |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.14 hrs | 3.49 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 41.7% | 41.4% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 42.1% | 46% | 42.9% | Average |
| 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) | 0 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 25 | 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) | 5 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
| Total fines in the past 3 years (lower is better) | $21,693 | $24,361 | $30,972 | Better |
| All federal penalties in the past 3 years (lower is better) | 5 | 1 | 1 | Worse |
Size
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Certified beds | 120 | 122 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 116 | 109 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 96.7% | 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) | 4.7% | 2.5% | 3.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 3.4% | 4.5% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 7.2% | 8.6% | 15.4% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection (lower is better) | 0.3% | 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) | 9.1% | 8.7% | 13.9% | Better |
| 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) | 8.6% | 5.5% | 5.2% | Worse |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 8.5% | 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) | 5.9% | 14.4% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 13% | 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) | 1.6% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Average |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 100% | 94.7% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 99.1% | 95.2% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 18 health deficiencies and 3 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 3 citations involved actual harm, including 2 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| March 12, 2026 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 13, 2026 |
| March 6, 2025 Complaint | Prepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0624 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 31, 2025 |
| March 6, 2025 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 March 31, 2025 |
| August 27, 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 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 10, 2024 |
| June 13, 2024 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 July 12, 2024 |
| June 13, 2024 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected July 12, 2024 |
| June 13, 2024 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 July 12, 2024 |
| June 13, 2024 Standard | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected July 12, 2024 |
| April 5, 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 January 19, 2024 |
| April 5, 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 January 19, 2024 |
| April 5, 2024 Complaint | Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0622 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected May 5, 2024 |
| April 5, 2024 Complaint | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0623 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 5, 2024 |
| April 5, 2024 Complaint | 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 May 5, 2024 |
| April 5, 2024 Complaint | Honor the resident's right to manage his or her financial affairs. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0567 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected May 5, 2024 |
| September 2, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 29, 2022 |
| September 2, 2022 Standard | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Tag F0725 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected September 29, 2022 |
| September 2, 2022 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 September 29, 2022 |
| September 2, 2022 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 September 29, 2022 |
| September 2, 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 September 29, 2022 |
| September 2, 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 September 29, 2022 |
| September 2, 2022 Standard | Limit the charges against residents' personal funds for items or services for which payment is made under Medicare or Medicaid. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0571 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected September 29, 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 4 federal penalties in the past three years, including $16,568 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| April 5, 2024 | Fine | $6,550 |
| April 5, 2024 | Fine | $5,125 |
| November 6, 2023 | Fine | $1,748 |
| October 17, 2023 | Fine | $3,145 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| ASPIRE MGT LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2023 |
| BENFIELD, MALORY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/04/2024 |
| FARIS, TONY Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2024 |
| FREUND, NOCHUM Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2023 |
| 5405 BABCOCK ST NE OPCO PARENT LLC Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2023 |
| 5405 BABCOCK ST NE OPCO HOLDCO LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2023 |
| DAGAN, AMITAI Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/03/2025 |
| GOLDBERGER, ABRAHAM Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/03/2025 |
| GOLDBERGER, FAIGY Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/03/2025 |
| HERSKOWITZ, ELIEZER Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/03/2025 |
| HERSKOWITZ, YAAKOV Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/03/2025 |
| TRAVITSKY, AARON Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/03/2025 |
| BENFIELD, MALORY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/04/2024 |
| FARIS, TONY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/01/2024 |
| FREUND, NOCHUM Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/01/2023 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Aviata at Palm Bay's rating?
Aviata at Palm Bay has 4 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 Aviata at Palm Bay receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 0 citations, compared with a Florida average of 7.1. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Aviata at Palm Bay 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 Aviata at Palm Bay?
It is for profit - limited liability company and part of Aviata Health Group. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Aviata at Palm Bay and how do I contact it?
Aviata at Palm Bay is at 5405 Babcock St NE, Palm Bay, FL 32905. Phone: (321) 722-0660.
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.