nursing home in Fort Myers, FL
Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit
13960 Plantation Road, Fort Myers, FL 33912 · (239) 343-1705
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★5
- Staffing★★★★★5
- Quality measures★★★★★4
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit at a glance
Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit is a 75-bed government nursing home in Fort Myers, Florida (Lee 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 5.8 hours of nursing care per day (2.9 of them from registered nurses), better than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (August 24, 2023) found 0 health citations. The Florida average is 7.1.
Federal regulators fined it 1 time in the past three years, totaling $14,521.
Nursing staff turnover is 19.3% per year (state average 41.4%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- Government - Hospital District
- Beds
- 75
- Certified for
- Medicare
- Medicare-certified since
- February 7, 2019
- Resident/family council
- None
- County
- Lee County
- CMS Certification Number
- 106122
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) | 5 / 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) | 4 / 5 | 4.2 / 5 | 3.6 / 5 | Average |
| 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) | 5.82 hrs | 3.82 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Better |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.94 hrs | 0.73 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.79 hrs | 2.31 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Better |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 5.20 hrs | 3.49 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Better |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 19.3% | 41.4% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 18% | 46% | 42.9% | Better |
| 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) | 0 | 7 | 9 | Better |
| Citations from complaint investigations (latest cycle) (lower is better) | 0 | 1 | 3 | Better |
| Weighted health inspection score ⓘ (lower is better) | 8 | 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) | $14,521 | $24,361 | $30,972 | Better |
| 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 | 75 | 122 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 72 | 109 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 96.3% | 88.9% | 80.9% |
Short-stay residents
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Short-stay residents newly given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 0.4% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a flu vaccine (higher is better) | 95.7% | 94.7% | 79.8% | Better |
| Short-stay residents given a pneumonia vaccine (higher is better) | 98.5% | 95.2% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 6 health deficiencies and 0 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 1 citation involved actual harm, including 1 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| October 26, 2023 Complaint | 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 | J Immediate jeopardy, isolated | Corrected October 3, 2023 |
| October 28, 2021 Standard | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0656 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected November 28, 2021 |
| October 28, 2021 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 November 28, 2021 |
| October 28, 2021 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 November 28, 2021 |
| January 16, 2020 Standard | Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Tag F0685 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 16, 2020 |
| January 16, 2020 Standard | Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0757 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 16, 2020 |
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 $14,521 in fines.
| Date | Penalty | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| October 26, 2023 | Fine | $14,521 |
Owners and managers
Individuals and organizations reported to CMS as owning or operating this nursing home.
| Name | Role | Share | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| LEE HEALTH SYSTEM INC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 11/01/2024 |
| ANTONUCCI, LAWRENCE Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| HANSEN, KRISTIN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| KATICH, DIANA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| NOBLE, LAURA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| REYES-GRAJALES, ERIC Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| SPENCE, BENJAMIN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2017 |
| WRONSKI, PAMELA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| ALLEN, DANE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| ANDRUSZKIEWICZ, PETER Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/16/2025 |
| ANTONUCCI, LAWRENCE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| BECKWITH, SAMIRA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/14/2025 |
| BRIDGE-LILES, KATHY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| BROWN, STEPHEN Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| CATTI, JOESEPH Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/16/2025 |
| CHAMPION, DIANE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| CLARKE, DONNA Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| COLLINS, DAVID Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| EVERLY, THERESE Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| GRUVER, WILLIAM Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/16/2025 |
| KLEIN, DAVID Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| MCGOVERN, NANCY Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| PRYOR, DAVID Individual | corporate director | NOT APPLICABLE | 08/14/2025 |
| ANTONUCCI, LAWRENCE Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| SPENCE, BENJAMIN Individual | corporate officer | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| ANTONUCCI, LAWRENCE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| HANSEN, KRISTIN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| KATICH, DIANA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| NOBLE, LAURA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| REYES-GRAJALES, ERIC Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
| SPENCE, BENJAMIN Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 06/01/2017 |
| WRONSKI, PAMELA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 11/01/2024 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit's rating?
Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit 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 Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit 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 Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit accept Medicare and Medicaid?
CMS lists it as certified for: Medicare. Call the facility to confirm bed availability and whether it accepts your specific plan.
Who owns Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit?
It is government - hospital district. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit and how do I contact it?
Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit is at 13960 Plantation Road, Fort Myers, FL 33912. Phone: (239) 343-1705.
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.