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Nursing homes in Walton County, Florida
There are 2 certified nursing homes in Walton County, Florida, with 277 beds between them.
0% of them are rated 1 or 2 stars overall, a smaller share than the state (34%). Inspectors recorded 14 health deficiencies over three cycles, 5.1 per 100 beds against 16.1 statewide.
No fines are listed for facilities in the county in the period covered.
Ratings are based on the most recent data available; a facility's ratings may have changed since the last update. The health inspection rating is based on the three most recent standard surveys and complaint investigations. Data processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026.
| Measure | Walton County | Florida | US |
|---|---|---|---|
| Facilities | 2 | 694 | 14690 |
| Rated 1–2 stars overall | 0% | 34% | 41% |
| Median overall rating | 5 | 3 | 3 |
| Citations per 100 beds (3 cycles) | 5.1 | 16.1 | 26.8 |
| Median nurse hours per resident day | 3.6 | 3.6 | 3.7 |
| Fines listed | $0 | $17M | $457M |
Facilities
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chautauqua Springs Health Center | Defuniak Springs | 180 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 8 | 4.4 | — | 25 Jun 2026 |
| Grand Boulevard Health and Rehabilitation Center | Miramar Beach | 97 | 4 | 4 | 2 | 6 | 6.2 | — | 28 May 2026 |
Sorted by overall rating. "Citations" are health deficiencies over three survey cycles; "per 100 beds" divides by certified beds.
Most-cited tags in the county
| Tag | Requirement | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | 3 |
| F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | 2 |
| F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | 2 |
| F0686 | Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing. | 1 |
| F0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. | 1 |
Ownership
| Type | Facilities |
|---|---|
| For profit | 2 |
Questions and answers
How many nursing homes are in Walton County, Florida?
2 Medicare-certified nursing homes with 277 certified beds.
Which nursing homes in Walton County have the highest CMS ratings?
Chautauqua Springs Health Center (5 stars), Grand Boulevard Health and Rehabilitation Center (4 stars)
How do Walton County nursing homes compare with Florida?
0% are rated 1–2 stars overall against 34% statewide; citations run at 5.1 per 100 beds against 16.1 statewide.