nursing home in Palm Bay, FL
Life Care Center of Palm Bay
175 Villa Nueva Ave, Palm Bay, FL 32907 · (321) 952-1818
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Life Care Center of Palm Bay at a glance
Life Care Center of Palm Bay is a 141-bed for-profit nursing home in Palm Bay, Florida (Brevard 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 3.8 hours of nursing care per day (0.9 of them from registered nurses), close to the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (January 9, 2025) found 2 health citations. The Florida average is 7.1.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 28.2% per year (state average 41.4%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 141
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Life Care Centers of America
- Medicare-certified since
- May 28, 2004
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Brevard County
- CMS Certification Number
- 106060
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) | 4 / 5 | 2.9 / 5 | 2.8 / 5 | Better |
| Staffing rating ⓘ (higher is better) | 5 / 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) | 5 / 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) | 3.80 hrs | 3.82 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Average |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 0.93 hrs | 0.73 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.30 hrs | 2.31 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.43 hrs | 3.49 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Average |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 28.2% | 41.4% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 43.2% | 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) | 2 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 21 | 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 | 141 | 122 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 132 | 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) | 1% | 2.5% | 3.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with pressure ulcers (lower is better) | 2.2% | 4.5% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 1.3% | 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) | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 10.5% | 8.7% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 13.1% | 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) | 0.5% | 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) | 4.3% | 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) | 0.1% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 99.1% | 94.7% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98.9% | 95.2% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 8 health deficiencies and 2 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 2 citations involved actual harm.
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 9, 2025 Fire safety | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0345 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected February 9, 2025 |
| January 9, 2025 Fire safety | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0921 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected February 9, 2025 |
| January 9, 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 February 9, 2025 |
| January 9, 2025 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 February 9, 2025 |
| April 20, 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 | G Actual harm, isolated | Corrected May 20, 2023 |
| April 20, 2023 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 May 20, 2023 |
| April 20, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 20, 2023 |
| April 20, 2023 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected May 20, 2023 |
| April 20, 2023 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 May 20, 2023 |
| May 27, 2021 Standard | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0679 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected June 27, 2021 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| BALLOUT, HUSSIEN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/17/2025 |
| LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA, INC. Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/17/2025 |
| PALM BAY MEDICAL INVESTORS, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/27/2024 |
| PRESTON, FORREST Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/27/2024 |
| TARBET, WILLARD Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/17/2025 |
| CROSS, CINDY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/02/2003 |
| HENRY, TERRY Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/16/1999 |
| LAY, LISA Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 02/09/2018 |
| SWANKER, RICHARD Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/01/2011 |
| THURMOND, JOAN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/03/2003 |
| DEVELOPERS INVESTMENT COMPANY II, INC Organization | direct ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/16/2003 |
| PRESTON, FORREST Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/16/2003 |
| HUTCHINSON, ELLEN Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/22/2024 |
| PRESTON, AARON Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2018 |
| TARBET, WILLARD Individual | managing control - governing body | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/23/2018 |
| BALLOUT, HUSSIEN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/01/2018 |
| DEVELOPERS INVESTMENT COMPANY II, INC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/14/2006 |
| FLETCHER, TODD Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/13/2024 |
| HUTCHINSON, ELLEN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/22/2024 |
| LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA, INC. Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/02/2003 |
| PALM BAY MEDICAL INVESTORS, LLC Organization | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/26/2004 |
| PRESTON, AARON Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2018 |
| PRESTON, AUBREY Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/13/2024 |
| TARBET, WILLARD Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 04/23/2018 |
| ZIEGLER, JAMES Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 12/13/2024 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Life Care Center of Palm Bay's rating?
Life Care Center of Palm Bay 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 Life Care Center of Palm Bay receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 2 citations, compared with a Florida average of 7.1. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does Life Care Center of 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 Life Care Center of Palm Bay?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Life Care Centers of America. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Life Care Center of Palm Bay and how do I contact it?
Life Care Center of Palm Bay is at 175 Villa Nueva Ave, Palm Bay, FL 32907. Phone: (321) 952-1818.
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.