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Palm Beach Nursing Center
4405 Lakewood Road, Lake Worth, FL 33461
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.
Palm Beach Nursing Center is a For-profit, corporation nursing home in Lake Worth, Florida, certified for 120 beds and caring for about 110 residents a day.
CMS gives it 3 of 5 stars overall, equal to the Florida median; the health inspection rating is 2, staffing 3 and quality measures 5.
Inspectors recorded 34 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles (10, 15, 9 by cycle, most recent first), none at the actual-harm level. That is 28.3 per 100 beds, more than the state median of 15.8.
CMS lists 3 penalties in the period covered: fines totalling $23K.
Reported nurse staffing is 3.5 hours per resident per day (0.7 RN), close to the Florida median of 3.6; nursing staff turnover is 32.4%.
Compared with county, state and nation
| Measure | This facility | Palm Beach Co. median | Florida median | US average |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall star rating | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3.0 |
| Health citations, 3 cycles | 34 | 26 | 18 | 28.7 |
| Citations per 100 beds | 28.3 | 22.5 | 15.8 | 26.8 |
| Total nurse hours per resident day | 3.5 | 3.6 | 3.6 | 3.9 |
| RN hours per resident day | 0.7 | 0.8 | 0.6 | 0.7 |
| Nursing staff turnover | 32.4% | 28.0% | 41.8% | 45.8% |
| Fines listed | $22,894 | $0 | $0 | — |
County and state figures are medians across facilities (54 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: 8 Jan 2026, 28 Jun 2024.
Severity mix: D ×28 E ×6
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 Jan 2026 | F0584 | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. | E | Standard survey | 8 Feb 2026 |
| 8 Jan 2026 | F0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. | E | Standard survey | 8 Feb 2026 |
| 8 Jan 2026 | F0558 | Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident. | D | Standard survey | 8 Feb 2026 |
| 8 Jan 2026 | F0641 | Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment. | D | Standard survey | 8 Feb 2026 |
| 8 Jan 2026 | F0697 | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. | D | Standard survey | 8 Feb 2026 |
| 8 Jan 2026 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D | Standard survey | 8 Feb 2026 |
| 8 Jan 2026 | F0761 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 8 Feb 2026 |
| 8 Jan 2026 | F0803 | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. | D | Standard survey | 8 Feb 2026 |
| 8 Jan 2026 | F0806 | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. | D | Standard survey | 8 Feb 2026 |
| 28 Oct 2025 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Complaint investigation | 10 Dec 2025 |
| 28 Jun 2024 | F0583 | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. | E | Standard survey | 28 Jul 2024 |
| 28 Jun 2024 | F0725 | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. | E | Standard survey | 28 Jul 2024 |
| 28 Jun 2024 | F0584 | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. | D | Complaint investigation | 28 Jul 2024 |
| 28 Jun 2024 | F0585 | 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. | D | Standard survey | 28 Jul 2024 |
| 28 Jun 2024 | F0645 | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities | D | Standard survey | 28 Jul 2024 |
| 28 Jun 2024 | F0677 | Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable. | D | Complaint investigation | 28 Jul 2024 |
| 28 Jun 2024 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Standard survey | 28 Jul 2024 |
| 28 Jun 2024 | F0685 | Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services. | D | Standard survey | 28 Jul 2024 |
| 28 Jun 2024 | F0690 | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. | D | Standard survey | 28 Jul 2024 |
| 28 Jun 2024 | F0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. | D | Standard survey | 28 Jul 2024 |
| 28 Jun 2024 | F0759 | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. | D | Standard survey | 28 Jul 2024 |
| 28 Jun 2024 | F0770 | Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents. | D | Standard survey | 28 Jul 2024 |
| 28 Jun 2024 | F0804 | Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature. | D | Standard survey | 28 Jul 2024 |
| 28 Jun 2024 | F0806 | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. | D | Standard survey | 28 Jul 2024 |
| 28 Jun 2024 | F0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. | D | Standard survey | 28 Jul 2024 |
| 11 May 2023 | F0584 | Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely. | E | Standard survey | 11 Jun 2023 |
| 11 May 2023 | F0808 | Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law. | E | Standard survey | 11 Jun 2023 |
| 11 May 2023 | F0609 | Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities. | D | Standard survey | 11 Jun 2023 |
| 11 May 2023 | F0610 | Respond appropriately to all alleged violations. | D | Standard survey | 11 Jun 2023 |
| 11 May 2023 | F0676 | Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason. | D | Standard survey | 11 Jun 2023 |
| 11 May 2023 | F0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. | D | Standard survey | 11 Jun 2023 |
| 11 May 2023 | F0690 | Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections. | D | Standard survey | 11 Jun 2023 |
| 11 May 2023 | F0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. | D | Standard survey | 11 Jun 2023 |
| 11 May 2023 | F0759 | Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater. | D | Standard survey | 11 Jun 2023 |
Penalties
| Date | Type | Amount | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Oct 2023 | Fine | $4,587 | |
| 2 Oct 2023 | Fine | $13,762 | |
| 21 Aug 2023 | Fine | $4,545 |
Staffing
Hours per resident per day as reported through the Payroll-Based Journal; grey bars are the Florida average. Turnover: nursing staff 32.4%, RNs 39.1%; 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 | 3.5% | 7.4% | 12.6% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder | Long Stay | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection | Long Stay | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury | Long Stay | 0.7% | 2.2% | 2.8% |
| Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication | Short Stay | 0.9% | 1.0% | 1.0% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened | Long Stay | 3.1% | 7.7% | 12.5% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers | Long Stay | 7.6% | 4.2% | 4.2% |
| Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication | Long Stay | 2.8% | 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: for-profit, corporation. Legal business name: Palm Beach Nursing Center Llc. Chain: Excelsior Care Group (33 facilities).
| Organisation | Role in the CMS record | Interest | Since |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palm Beach Nursing Member LLC | 5% or greater direct ownership interest | 100% | 10/07/2022 |
| Flnho Capital Group LLC | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | 10/08/2022 |
| South Florida 3 Opco Partners LLC | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | 10/08/2022 |
| Zbl-18 LLC | 5% or greater indirect ownership interest | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | 10/08/2022 |
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 Palm Beach County
| Facility | City | Beds | Overall | Health | Staffing | Citations | Per 100 beds | Fines | Last survey |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boynton Beach Rehabilitation Center | Boynton Beach | 168 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 17 | 10.1 | — | 26 Mar 2026 |
| Chatsworth At Pga National | Palm Beach Gardens | 62 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 6.5 | — | 17 Apr 2025 |
| Edward J Healey Rehabilitation and Nursing Center | Riviera Beach | 120 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 5 | 4.2 | — | 21 May 2026 |
| Finnish-American Village | Lake Worth | 45 | 5 | 4 | 5 | 11 | 24.4 | $9K | 6 Mar 2025 |
| Gardens Court | Palm Beach Gardens | 120 | 5 | 5 | 4 | 4 | 3.3 | — | 8 Jan 2026 |
| Health Center At Sinai Residences | Boca Raton | 60 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 7 | 11.7 | — | 15 Feb 2024 |
| Joseph L Morse Health Center Inc The | West Palm Beach | 230 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 1 | 0.4 | — | 14 Apr 2022 |
| Stratford Court of Boca Raton | Boca Raton | 60 | 5 | 3 | 5 | 20 | 33.3 | — | 26 Sep 2024 |
All 54 facilities in Palm Beach County
Questions and answers
How many deficiencies has Palm Beach Nursing Center been cited for?
34 health deficiencies across the three most recent survey cycles, 0 at the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy level. The Florida median is 18 per facility.
Has Palm Beach Nursing Center been fined?
Yes. CMS lists fines totalling $23K in the period covered.
How does staffing at Palm Beach Nursing Center compare?
Reported total nurse staffing is 3.5 hours per resident per day against a Florida median of 3.6 and a national average of 3.9.
Who operates Palm Beach Nursing Center?
It is part of the Excelsior Care Group chain. Ownership type is for-profit, corporation. Organisations in the CMS ownership record include Palm Beach Nursing Member LLC, Flnho Capital Group LLC and South Florida 3 Opco Partners LLC. Individual owners and managers are not listed on this site.
When was Palm Beach Nursing Center last inspected?
The most recent survey or investigation in the CMS record is dated 8 Jan 2026; the most recent standard health survey was 8 Jan 2026.
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.