nursing home in Miami, FL
South Dade Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
17475 S Dixie Hwy, Miami, FL 33157 · (305) 255-1045
★★★★★5
Much above average
CMS overall star rating
CMS overall star rating
- Health inspections★★★★★4
- Staffing★★★★★4
- Quality measures★★★★★5
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Medicare Care Compare. We refresh our information from this source. About our data
South Dade Nursing and Rehabilitation Center at a glance
South Dade Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is a 180-bed for-profit nursing home in Miami, Florida (Miami-Dade 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 3.5 hours of nursing care per day (1.1 of them from registered nurses), worse than the state average of 3.8 hours.
Its most recent standard health inspection (December 11, 2025) found 3 health citations. The Florida average is 7.1.
It has not received a federal fine in the past three years.
Nursing staff turnover is 17.1% per year (state average 41.4%).
Facility details
- Type
- Nursing home
- Ownership
- For Profit - Corporation
- Beds
- 180
- Certified for
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Chain / affiliated entity
- Ventura Services
- Medicare-certified since
- January 6, 2020
- Resident/family council
- Resident
- County
- Miami-Dade County
- CMS Certification Number
- 106132
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) | 4 / 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) | 3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | 3.3 / 5 | Average |
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Florida avg. | U.S. avg. | vs. U.S. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day ⓘ (higher is better) | 3.54 hrs | 3.82 hrs | 3.86 hrs | Worse |
| Registered nurse hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 1.12 hrs | 0.73 hrs | 0.69 hrs | Better |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 2.23 hrs | 2.31 hrs | 2.32 hrs | Average |
| Weekend nurse staff hours per resident per day (higher is better) | 3.13 hrs | 3.49 hrs | 3.42 hrs | Worse |
| Nursing staff turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 17.1% | 41.4% | 45.8% | Better |
| Registered nurse turnover (yearly) (lower is better) | 14.9% | 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) | 3 | 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 | 180 | 122 | 107 | |
| Average residents per day | 175 | 109 | 86 | |
| Occupancy | 97.2% | 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) | 2.3% | 4.5% | 4.6% | Better |
| Long-stay residents given antipsychotic medication (lower is better) | 7.3% | 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% | 0.3% | 0.8% | Better |
| Long-stay residents needing more help with daily activities (lower is better) | 7.1% | 8.7% | 13.9% | Better |
| Long-stay residents whose walking worsened (lower is better) | 6.3% | 9.5% | 14.1% | Better |
| Long-stay residents who lose too much weight (lower is better) | 0.4% | 5.5% | 5.2% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with depressive symptoms (lower is better) | 3.8% | 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) | 16.9% | 14.4% | 19.5% | Better |
| Long-stay residents with new or worse incontinence (lower is better) | 5% | 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) | 4.9% | 1.5% | 1.6% | Worse |
| 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) | 100% | 95.2% | 82% | Better |
Inspection citations
State inspectors cited this home for 21 health deficiencies and 5 fire safety deficiencies in the inspection records CMS currently publishes. 3 citations involved actual harm, including 3 rated "immediate jeopardy".
| Date | Citation | Severity | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 11, 2025 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected December 15, 2025 |
| December 11, 2025 Fire safety | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies · Tag K0918 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 10, 2026 |
| December 11, 2025 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 January 10, 2026 |
| December 11, 2025 Standard | Provide doctor's orders for the resident's immediate care at the time the resident was admitted. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0635 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected January 10, 2026 |
| December 11, 2025 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 January 10, 2026 |
| July 26, 2024 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected August 26, 2024 |
| July 26, 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 August 26, 2024 |
| July 26, 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 August 26, 2024 |
| July 26, 2024 Standard | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Tag F0645 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 26, 2024 |
| July 26, 2024 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 August 26, 2024 |
| July 26, 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 August 26, 2024 |
| July 26, 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 August 26, 2024 |
| July 26, 2024 Standard | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Tag F0759 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 26, 2024 |
| July 26, 2024 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 August 26, 2024 |
| July 26, 2024 Standard | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies · Tag F0880 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected August 26, 2024 |
| March 9, 2023 Fire safety | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies · Tag K0761 | F Potential harm, widespread | Corrected April 11, 2023 |
| March 9, 2023 Fire safety | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies · Tag K0521 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected March 31, 2023 |
| March 9, 2023 Fire safety | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies · Tag K0353 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected March 17, 2023 |
| March 9, 2023 Standard | Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently. Administration Deficiencies · Tag F0835 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected March 17, 2023 |
| March 9, 2023 Standard | Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Tag F0604 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected March 17, 2023 |
| March 9, 2023 Standard | 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 | K Immediate jeopardy, pattern | Corrected March 17, 2023 |
| March 9, 2023 Standard | Keep all essential equipment working safely. Environmental Deficiencies · Tag F0908 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 14, 2023 |
| March 9, 2023 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 14, 2023 |
| March 9, 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 | E Potential harm, pattern | Corrected April 14, 2023 |
| March 9, 2023 Standard | Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances. Resident Rights Deficiencies · Tag F0585 | D Potential harm, isolated | Corrected April 14, 2023 |
| March 9, 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 April 14, 2023 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| VENTURA OPCO HOLDCO, LLC Organization | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 07/22/2020 |
| AGRP 2011 TRUST Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/07/2019 |
| DEBORAH PHILIPSON 2011 FAMILY TRUST Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/07/2019 |
| DECARDENAS, MELISSA Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/12/2021 |
| PHILIPSON FAMILY LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/07/2019 |
| RICHARDS MITCHELL & CROSS PA Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/07/2019 |
| RODRIGUEZ, IVAN Individual | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/07/2019 |
| VENTURA SERVICES - FLORIDA, LLC Organization | adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/07/2019 |
| AGRP 2011 TRUST Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/07/2019 |
| DEBORAH PHILIPSON 2011 FAMILY TRUST Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/07/2019 |
| PHILIPSON FAMILY LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, LLC Organization | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/07/2019 |
| SCHAFFER, DANIEL Individual | indirect ownership interest | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/07/2019 |
| PHILIPSON, BENT Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/10/2025 |
| PHILIPSON, GABRIELLE Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/12/2025 |
| PHILIPSON, RAQUEL Individual | individual is an owner, partner or trustee of any adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 07/12/2025 |
| BENGIO, JACOB Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/07/2019 |
| DECARDENAS, MELISSA Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 09/12/2021 |
| PARITZKY, JEREMIE Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/07/2019 |
| SCHAFFER, DANIEL Individual | operational/managerial control | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/07/2019 |
| AGRP 2011 TRUST Organization | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/07/2019 |
| DEBORAH PHILIPSON 2011 FAMILY TRUST Organization | trustee of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/07/2019 |
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Frequently asked questions
What is South Dade Nursing and Rehabilitation Center's rating?
South Dade Nursing and Rehabilitation Center 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 South Dade Nursing and Rehabilitation Center receive?
Its most recent standard health inspection found 3 citations, compared with a Florida average of 7.1. Every citation is listed on this page with its severity.
Does South Dade Nursing and 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 South Dade Nursing and Rehabilitation Center?
It is for profit - corporation and part of Ventura Services. The ownership section on this page lists the owners and managers reported to CMS.
Where is South Dade Nursing and Rehabilitation Center and how do I contact it?
South Dade Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is at 17475 S Dixie Hwy, Miami, FL 33157. Phone: (305) 255-1045.
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.