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LIFE CARE CENTER OF ALTAMONTE SPRINGS

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LIFE CARE CENTER OF ALTAMONTE SPRINGS is a for profit - corporation facility in ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, FL with 228 certified beds and a 2-star overall CMS rating. The facility has 27 deficiency records on file. Total penalties: $83K.

989 ORIENTA AVE, ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, FL 32701

Phone: 4078313446

Overall Rating

2/5

Health Inspection

1/5

Staffing

4/5

Quality Measures

5/5

Long-Stay Quality

5/5

Facility Information

Provider Number
105365
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Beds
228
Residents
217
In Hospital
No
County
Seminole
Last Inspection
Aug 21, 2025

Staffing Data

RN Hours
0.64 (nat'l avg: 0.68)
LPN Hours
0.85
CNA Hours
2.41
Total Nursing Hours
3.89 (nat'l avg: 3.89)
PT Hours
0.04
Nursing Turnover
34.2%
RN Turnover
35.1%

What the CMS Record Reveals About LIFE CARE CENTER OF ALTAMONTE SPRINGS

LIFE CARE CENTER OF ALTAMONTE SPRINGS operates 228 certified beds in ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, FL with approximately 217 residents currently in care, and carries a CMS overall rating of 2 out of 5 stars. The overall score is a composite of three weighted sub-ratings published by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services: health inspection results (1★), staffing levels (4★), and quality measures (5★). Because CMS caps the overall score at the health-inspection tier and then adjusts up or down based on staffing and quality, the sub-scores often tell a sharper story than the headline star count alone — a 3-star facility with weak inspection history reads differently from one held back by thin staffing.

The inspection file contains 27 deficiency records from recent surveys, of which 8 reached the actual-harm or immediate-jeopardy threshold on the CMS scope-and-severity grid. On the enforcement side, CMS has assessed 1 penalty totaling $83K against this provider, a tangible indicator that regulators moved beyond citation into financial consequence. Staffing is reported at 3.89 total nursing hours per resident day (national average 3.89), with RN coverage at 0.64 per resident day — the single staffing metric most strongly tied to resident outcomes in peer-reviewed literature.

Classified as "For profit - Corporation" ownership and operating as a "Medicare and Medicaid" provider, LIFE CARE CENTER OF ALTAMONTE SPRINGS falls into a category where comparative context matters. National research consistently shows that ownership structure, staffing hours, and turnover are the three operational levers that correlate most strongly with resident outcomes — ratings and fines are lagging indicators of those upstream choices. Reported nursing turnover at this facility is 34.2%, within a range generally associated with stable care teams. For families evaluating this facility, the CMS record should be read alongside a site visit, direct conversation with current residents and their families, and review of the state health department's most recent inspection report — the star rating is a starting point, not a verdict. All data on this page is sourced from CMS Provider Data and the Nursing Home Compare program; always verify details directly with the facility or your state survey agency before making placement decisions.

Deficiency History (27 most recent)

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 21, 2025 Tag: 0919

Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.

Category: Environmental Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 21, 2025

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 21, 2025 Tag: 0842

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 21, 2025

G — Isolated - Actual harm Aug 21, 2025 Tag: 0697

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 21, 2025

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 21, 2025 Tag: 0610

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 21, 2025

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Jul 16, 2025 Tag: 0695

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 16, 2025

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Jul 16, 2025 Tag: 0585

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.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 16, 2025

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Jul 17, 2024 Tag: 0842

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 17, 2024

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Jul 17, 2024 Tag: 0755

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Category: Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected: Aug 17, 2024

J — Isolated - Jeopardy Aug 18, 2023 Tag: 0842

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 21, 2023

K — Pattern - Jeopardy Aug 18, 2023 Tag: 0835

Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.

Category: Administration Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 21, 2023

J — Isolated - Jeopardy Aug 18, 2023 Tag: 0726

Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.

Category: Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 21, 2023

K — Pattern - Jeopardy Aug 18, 2023 Tag: 0689

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 21, 2023

G — Isolated - Actual harm Aug 18, 2023 Tag: 0686

Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 21, 2023

J — Isolated - Jeopardy Aug 18, 2023 Tag: 0684

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 21, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Aug 18, 2023 Tag: 0656

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Oct 23, 2023

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Aug 18, 2023 Tag: 0607

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Oct 23, 2023

K — Pattern - Jeopardy Aug 18, 2023 Tag: 0600

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Category: Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected: Sep 21, 2023

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Dec 2, 2021 Tag: 0880

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Category: Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 3, 2022

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Dec 2, 2021 Tag: 0842

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Category: Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 3, 2022

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Dec 2, 2021 Tag: 0697

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 3, 2022

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Dec 2, 2021 Tag: 0695

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 3, 2022

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Dec 2, 2021 Tag: 0690

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 3, 2022

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Dec 2, 2021 Tag: 0684

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 3, 2022

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Dec 2, 2021 Tag: 0677

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Category: Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 3, 2022

E — Pattern - Minimal harm Dec 2, 2021 Tag: 0584

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.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 3, 2022

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Dec 2, 2021 Tag: 0561

Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 3, 2022

D — Isolated - Minimal harm Dec 2, 2021 Tag: 0554

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

Category: Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected: Jan 3, 2022

Quality Measures

Measure Type Score Used in Rating
Percentage of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased Long Stay 2.3% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who lose too much weight Long Stay 7.4% No
Percentage of long-stay residents with a catheter inserted and left in their bladder Long Stay 0.0% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection Long Stay 0.0% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms Long Stay 0.0% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who were physically restrained Long Stay 0.0% No
Percentage of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury Long Stay 1.3% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Long Stay 90.3% No
Percentage of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine Short Stay 70.2% No
Percentage of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication Short Stay 2.5% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents whose ability to walk independently worsened Long Stay 5.4% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antianxiety or hypnotic medication Long Stay 18.4% No
Percentage of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Long Stay 100.0% No
Percentage of short-stay residents who were assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine Short Stay 91.1% No
Percentage of long-stay residents with pressure ulcers Long Stay 3.6% Yes
Percentage of long-stay residents with new or worsened bowel or bladder incontinence Long Stay 12.9% No
Percentage of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication Long Stay 8.8% Yes

Penalty History 1 penalties totaling $83K

Date Type Amount
Aug 18, 2023 Fine $83K
Aug 18, 2023 Payment Denial -

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the overall CMS rating for LIFE CARE CENTER OF ALTAMONTE SPRINGS?
LIFE CARE CENTER OF ALTAMONTE SPRINGS has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars. This rating combines health inspection results (1★), staffing levels (4★), and quality measures (5★).
What are the staffing levels at LIFE CARE CENTER OF ALTAMONTE SPRINGS?
LIFE CARE CENTER OF ALTAMONTE SPRINGS reports 3.89 total nursing hours per resident day (national average: 3.89). RN hours are 0.64 per resident day (national average: 0.68). Nursing staff turnover is 34.2%.
How many beds does LIFE CARE CENTER OF ALTAMONTE SPRINGS have?
LIFE CARE CENTER OF ALTAMONTE SPRINGS has 228 certified beds with approximately 217 residents. The facility is located at 989 ORIENTA AVE, ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, FL 32701.
Does LIFE CARE CENTER OF ALTAMONTE SPRINGS have any deficiencies on record?
Yes, LIFE CARE CENTER OF ALTAMONTE SPRINGS has 27 deficiencies on record from recent inspections. Of these, 8 are classified as causing actual harm or jeopardy.
Has LIFE CARE CENTER OF ALTAMONTE SPRINGS received any fines or penalties?
Yes, LIFE CARE CENTER OF ALTAMONTE SPRINGS has received 1 penalties totaling $83K.
Who owns LIFE CARE CENTER OF ALTAMONTE SPRINGS?
LIFE CARE CENTER OF ALTAMONTE SPRINGS is classified as "For profit - Corporation" ownership. The facility type is "Medicare and Medicaid".
When was LIFE CARE CENTER OF ALTAMONTE SPRINGS last inspected?
The most recent health inspection for LIFE CARE CENTER OF ALTAMONTE SPRINGS was on Aug 21, 2025. The facility received a health inspection rating of 1 out of 5 stars.
What quality measures are tracked for LIFE CARE CENTER OF ALTAMONTE SPRINGS?
LIFE CARE CENTER OF ALTAMONTE SPRINGS is evaluated on 17 quality measures, of which 8 are used in the CMS star rating calculation. These include measures for both long-stay and short-stay residents covering areas like infections, falls, pressure ulcers, and medication use.

Data Sources

Data source: CMS Nursing Home Compare. Ratings, staffing, deficiency, quality measure, and penalty data are from CMS Provider Data. For informational purposes only. Always verify information directly with the facility or your state health department.

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