Above average — CMS composite of the measures below.
Past the typical resurvey interval — a standard survey could occur at any time
Estimate from public CMS data, current as of July 2026. Survey timing is at the state agency's discretion.
Citation history
Health deficiencies cited at Life Care Center Of Palm Bay during CMS and state inspections, most recent first.
The facility failed to involve two residents in their care planning process. A cognitively intact male with multiple health conditions was not aware of his care plan meetings and had not received therapy for a year. A cognitively impaired female with a hip fracture was also not involved in her care planning. The facility did not document invitations for the residents or their families to participate in care plan meetings, violating their standards and guidelines.
A resident with a cardiac pacemaker did not receive a scheduled cardiology consult to check the pacemaker batteries, despite a physician order. The resident, who had intact cognition and minimal assistance needs, had not seen a cardiologist since admission, although she had regular visits prior. The Unit Manager missed the order, and the facility's policy required adherence to prescriber orders.
Failure to Involve Residents in Care Planning
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Summary
The facility failed to ensure that two residents were offered participation in their care plan meetings or revisions. Resident #39, a cognitively intact male with multiple health conditions, including diabetes and COPD, was not aware of his care plan meetings and had not been invited to attend. He expressed concerns about his meals, shoulder pain, and lack of therapy for strength and movement. The facility's records did not show any recent invitation for him or his family to participate in care plan meetings, and the Director of Rehabilitation confirmed that the resident had not received physical therapy for a year. Resident #86, a cognitively impaired female with a history of hip fracture and other health issues, was also not aware of her care plan meetings or involved in the planning and review of her care. The facility's records did not indicate any attempt to reach her family for participation in the care plan conference. The RN MDS Coordinator acknowledged the importance of resident participation in care plan meetings for expressing their needs and concerns. The facility's standards and guidelines require that residents and their representatives be involved in developing and revising care plans. However, the facility did not adhere to these guidelines, as evidenced by the lack of documentation and communication with the residents and their families. This deficiency was identified through interviews and record reviews, highlighting the facility's failure to involve residents in their care planning process.
Failure to Schedule Cardiology Consult for Resident
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to provide care and services in accordance with professional standards of practice by not scheduling a physician-ordered specialist consultation for a resident. The resident, who had been admitted to the facility from an acute care hospital, had a history of obstructive sleep apnea, atherosclerotic heart disease, and a cardiac pacemaker. Despite having intact cognition and minimal assistance needs, the resident reported not having seen a cardiologist to check the pacemaker batteries since admission, although she had been seeing one every six months prior to her admission. A review of the resident's medical records revealed a physician order for a cardiology consult dated several months prior, which had not been scheduled. The Unit Manager, responsible for scheduling appointments, confirmed the oversight and attributed it to missing the order when printing out daily orders. The Director of Nursing stated that the expectation was for physician orders to be followed or documented if not followed. The facility's policy required adherence to prescriber orders in line with state and federal guidelines.
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Nursing homes near Palm Bay
How nearby facilities compare on the same public inspection record.
| Facility | Distance | Overall rating | Citations, 12 mo | Serious (J–L) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aviata At Palm Bay | 1.2 mi | ★★★★★ | 1 | 0 |
| Anchor Care & Rehabilitation Center | 1.5 mi | ★★★★★ | 0 | 0 |
| Atlantic Shores Nursing And Rehab Center | 3.4 mi | ★★★★★ | 0 | 0 |
| Melbourne Terrace Rehabilitation Center | 4.1 mi | ★★★★★ | 0 | 0 |
| Avante At Melbourne Inc | 5.6 mi | ★★★★★ | 0 | 0 |
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