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Larsen Health Center
13880 Shell Point Plaza, Fort Myers, FL 33908
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. CMS processed this record on 1 Aug 2026. View the Care Compare record.
Larsen Health Center is a Non-profit, corporation nursing home in Fort Myers, Florida, certified for 180 beds and caring for about 153 residents a day.
CMS gives it 4 of 5 stars overall, above the Florida median of 3; the health inspection rating is 3, staffing 5 and quality measures 2.
Inspectors recorded 17 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (4, 8, 5 by cycle, most recent first), 2 of them at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. That is 9.4 per 100 beds, fewer than the state median of 15.8.
CMS lists 1 penalty in the period covered: fines totalling $32K.
Reported nurse staffing is 5.6 hours per resident per day (1.4 RN), above the Florida median of 3.6; nursing staff turnover is 44.2%.
Compared with county, state and nation
| Measure | This facility | Lee Co. median | Florida median | US average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating | 4 | 3 | 3 | 3.0 |
| Health citations, 3 cycles | 17 | 27 | 18 | 28.7 |
| Citations per 100 beds | 9.4 | 22.5 | 15.8 | 26.8 |
| Total nurse hours per resident day | 5.6 | 4.1 | 3.6 | 3.9 |
| RN hours per resident day | 1.4 | 0.8 | 0.6 | 0.7 |
| Nursing staff turnover | 44.2% | 34.8% | 41.8% | 45.8% |
| Fines listed | $32,139 | $32,139 | $0 | — |
County and state figures are medians across facilities (20 in the county, 694 in the state); the US column is the CMS national average where CMS publishes one.
Citations by survey cycle
Dark bar: this facility. Grey bar: Florida average per facility for the same cycle, as published by CMS. Standard health survey dates: 22 May 2025, 16 Mar 2023.
Severity mix: G ×2 D ×12 E ×3
Health deficiencies
Every health citation in the current CMS record (three survey cycles), most recent first. Tag text is the CMS requirement summary, not the inspection narrative.
Scope and severity letters (A–L)
| Survey date | Tag | What the tag requires | Severity | Type | Corrected |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Jun 2026 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | D | Complaint investigation | 24 Jul 2026 |
| 22 May 2025 | F0656 | Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured. | D | Standard survey | 22 Jun 2025 |
| 22 May 2025 | F0825 | Provide or get specialized rehabilitative services as required for a resident. | D | Standard survey | 22 Jun 2025 |
| 22 May 2025 | F0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. | D | Standard survey | 22 Jun 2025 |
| 16 Jan 2025 | F0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. | G | Complaint investigation | 14 Feb 2025 |
| 16 Mar 2023 | F0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. | G | Standard survey | 16 Apr 2023 |
| 16 Mar 2023 | F0680 | Ensure the activities program is directed by a qualified professional. | E | Standard survey | 16 Apr 2023 |
| 16 Mar 2023 | F0700 | Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail. | E | Standard survey | 16 Apr 2023 |
| 16 Mar 2023 | F0909 | Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame. | E | Standard survey | 16 Apr 2023 |
| 16 Mar 2023 | F0610 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | D | Standard survey | 16 Apr 2023 |
| 16 Mar 2023 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Standard survey | 16 Apr 2023 |
| 16 Mar 2023 | F0687 | Provide appropriate foot care. | D | Standard survey | 16 Apr 2023 |
| 1 Jul 2021 | F0679 | Provide activities to meet all resident's needs. | D | Standard survey | 24 Sep 2021 |
| 1 Jul 2021 | F0688 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 24 Sep 2021 |
| 1 Jul 2021 | F0692 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. | D | Standard survey | 24 Sep 2021 |
| 1 Jul 2021 | F0725 | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. | D | Standard survey | 27 Sep 2021 |
| 1 Jul 2021 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Standard survey | 27 Sep 2021 |
Penalties
| Date | Type | Amount | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Jan 2025 | Fine | $32,139 |
Staffing
Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the Florida average. Turnover: nursing staff 44.2%, RNs 41.8%; 1 administrator left in the reporting year.
Quality measures
| Measure | Residents | This facility | Florida median | US median |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased | Long Stay | 16.9% | 7.4% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 1.7% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 1.1% | 0.0% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 3.5% | 2.2% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 3.7% | 1.0% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 17.5% | 7.7% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 3.8% | 4.2% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 20.9% | 7.0% | 13.4% |
Four-quarter averages for the measures CMS uses in the quality-measure star rating (2025Q2-2026Q1). Lower is better for every measure listed. Medians are computed across facilities on this site.
Ownership
Ownership type: non-profit, corporation. Legal business name: The Christian & Missionary Alliance Foundation, Inc. Chain: The Christian And Missionary Alliance (2 facilities).
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Christian and Missionary Alliance | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | 100% | 06/01/1972 |
| Aegis Therapies, Inc. | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 10/01/2021 |
| Polaris Health LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/25/2025 |
| Staffmd, LLC | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 01/07/2025 |
| The Christian and Missionary Alliance | Adp of the snf | NOT APPLICABLE | 03/23/1967 |
Only organisations are shown. CMS also records individual owners, officers and managing employees; this site does not publish people's names.
Other nursing homes in Lee County
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit | Fort Myers | 75 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 8.0 | $15K | 26 Oct 2023 |
| Healthpark Care Center | Fort Myers | 112 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 0.9 | — | 4 Nov 2021 |
| Lee Memorial Hospital Skilled Nursing Unit | Fort Myers | 18 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 0 | 0.0 | — | — |
| Life Care Center of Estero | Estero | 155 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 10 | 6.5 | $8K | 29 Jan 2026 |
| Lodge At Cypress Cove, The | Fort Myers | 64 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 7.8 | — | 18 Jan 2024 |
| The Preserve | Fort Myers | 75 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 8 | 10.7 | — | 16 Jan 2025 |
| Renaissance At the Terraces | Bonita Springs | 40 | 4 | 3 | 5 | 9 | 22.5 | — | 2 Feb 2026 |
| Aviata At North Fort Myers | N Ft Myers | 120 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 27 | 22.5 | $14K | 9 Apr 2026 |
All 20 facilities in Lee County
Questions and answers
How many deficiencies has Larsen Health Center been cited for?
17 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 2 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The Florida median is 18 per facility.
Has Larsen Health Center been fined?
Yes. CMS lists fines totalling $32K in the period covered.
How does staffing at Larsen Health Center compare?
Reported total nurse staffing is 5.6 hours per resident per day against a Florida median of 3.6 and a national average of 3.9.
Who operates Larsen Health Center?
It is part of the The Christian And Missionary Alliance chain. Ownership type is non-profit, corporation. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include The Christian and Missionary Alliance. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.
When was Larsen Health Center last inspected?
The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 24 Jun 2026; the most recent standard health survey was 22 May 2025.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Care Compare datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership and quality measures), processed 1 Aug 2026. Ratings and citations may change; the Care Compare record is authoritative.
Provenance
Source: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, Care Compare nursing home datasets (provider information, health deficiencies, penalties, ownership, MDS quality measures, state and national averages), public domain, processed by CMS on 1 Aug 2026. Facility record: Care Compare. Errors in processing are corrected at the next daily build; see corrections.