Total health inspections
8
Florida average 4.3
Last Health inspection on Nov 2025
Mix of rehab and long-term care
This home supports both short-term rehab and long-term care, with residents staying for a wide range of durations.
Highlands Lake Center
Nursing Home in Lakeland
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Highlands Lake Center
Nursing Home in Lakeland
CMS overall rating
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
The Overall CMS Rating is scored from 1 to 5 stars and combines results from health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Overview of Highlands Lake Center
Highlands Lake Center, Lakeland, Florida, is dedicated to redefining the wellness journey through personalized post-acute rehabilitation and long-term nursing care. Their mission revolves around tailoring nursing and rehabilitation experiences to individual needs, enhancing the quality of life, and surpassing ordinary expectations with extraordinary outcomes. The community values health, well-being, and a caring nursing home culture, setting a gold standard in exceptional care.
Highlands Lake Center combines clinical care, heartfelt compassion, and homey nursing home amenities to provide a personalized wellness journey. The community offers specialized care programs, including wound care, short-term rehabilitation, pain management, and therapeutic recreation. Highlands Lake Center’s commitment to recovery in comfort ensures a cheerful environment, modern surroundings, and a proprietary atmosphere of happiness, healing, and hope. The spacious and welcoming facility provides private and semi-private rooms with amenities such as cable TV, telephone, internet, and fine dining, creating a trusted destination in wellness focused on residents’ healthcare needs.
Quality ratings
The Overall CMS Rating combines results from health inspections, staffing levels and quality measures. Health inspections carry the most weight. Staffing and quality scores can increase or decrease the final rating based on performance compared to state and national standards.
Based on the results of the facility's three most recent standard inspections and any complaint investigations. CMS reviews the number, scope, and severity of deficiencies, with more recent findings weighted more heavily.
Measures average nursing staff hours per resident per day, including Registered Nurses (RNs) and total nursing staff. Ratings are adjusted based on the level of care residents require and are compared to state and national benchmarks.
Based on clinical and physical health indicators reported to CMS, such as hospital readmissions, falls, pressure ulcers, and improvements in mobility. These measures reflect how well residents' health needs are being managed.
Staffing hours breakdown
Daily nursing hours per resident by staff type, reported to CMS. Higher is generally better — compare this facility to state and national averages to see where staffing stands.
Total nursing care / resident
This home is ranked 126th out of 175 homes in Florida.
Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
This home is ranked 126th out of 175 homes in Florida.Total adjusted nursing hours per resident per day, combining RN, LPN, and aide time. CMS adjusts this for case-mix so facilities can be fairly compared.
3h 40m per day
Rank #126 / 175Nurse hours — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 126th out of 175 homes in Florida.Shows adjusted nurse hours per resident per day benchmarked to the Florida average, with a ranking across 175 Florida SNFs. More hours mean more direct care. The national average is about 3.5 hrs; below 3.0 is a red flag.
vs Florida avg
-9%
Standout metric
Physical Therapist is +20% above state avg
| Staff type | Hours / day | vs state avg |
|---|---|---|
|
Registered Nurse (RN)
RNs hold the highest nursing license and can assess residents, interpret test results, and direct care plans. More RN hours per day often signals stronger clinical oversight and faster response to health changes.
| 38m per day | ▼ 14% State avg: 44m per day · National avg: 41m per day |
|
LPN / LVN
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) or Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVNs) deliver routine hands-on care — medication administration, wound dressing, and monitoring vital signs. They work under RN supervision and make up a large share of daily bedside care.
| 38m per day | ▼ 19% State avg: 47m per day · National avg: 52m per day |
|
Nurse Aide
Certified Nurse Aides (CNAs) provide the most direct day-to-day assistance: bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility. Nurse aide hours are typically the largest staffing category and directly affect residents' quality of life.
| 2h 1m per day | ▼ 14% State avg: 2h 20m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day |
|
Total Nursing (Weekend)
Combined nursing hours (RN + LPN + Nurse Aide) per resident per day on weekends. Staffing often drops on weekends — this figure reveals whether the facility maintains adequate coverage outside of weekday hours.
| 3h 11m per day | ▼ 10% State avg: 3h 31m per day · National avg: 3h 26m per day |
|
Physical Therapist
Hours per resident per day provided by licensed Physical Therapists (PTs) or PT Assistants. PT services help residents recover mobility after injury or illness and are especially important for post-acute (short-stay) rehabilitation.
| 6m per day | ▲ 20% State avg: 5m per day · National avg: 4m per day |
|
RN (Weekend)
Registered nurse hours specifically on weekends. Facilities sometimes reduce RN presence on Saturdays and Sundays — a low weekend RN figure compared to weekday hours can indicate reduced clinical oversight when most administrative staff are absent.
| 30m per day | ▼ 6% State avg: 32m per day · National avg: 29m per day |
Capacity and availability
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy between 85% and 95% suggests balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
93.8%
Rank #34 / 176Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 34th out of 176 homes in Florida.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Florida average, with its statewide rank out of 176. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.
Avg. Length of Stay
57 days
Occupancy rate
93.8%
Rank #34 / 176Occupancy rate — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 34th out of 176 homes in Florida.Shows this facility's occupancy rate versus the Florida average, with its statewide rank out of 176. Higher occupancy signals strong local demand and financial stability.
Avg. Length of Stay
57 days
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Flexible care needs
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
26% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
29 days
Private pay
59% of new residents, often for short stays.
Typical stay
1 - 2 months
Medicaid
15% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Typical stay
5 - 6 months
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$20.3M
Profit
$5.4M
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$20.3M Rank #55 / 177Revenue — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 55th out of 177 homes in Florida.Shows this facility's annual revenue compared to the Florida SNF average. Higher revenue generally means more resources for staffing and capital — read alongside Payroll %.
Profit
$5.4M
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #79 / 177Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 79th out of 177 homes in Florida.Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Florida average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.
$7.2M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Rank #79 / 177Payroll — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 79th out of 177 homes in Florida.Shows total annual staff payroll benchmarked to the Florida average. Higher payroll investment relative to peers often signals better staffing and less reliance on cheaper contract labor.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$9.3M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$16.5M
Walk Score: 9 / 100 Rank #134 / 147Walk Score — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 134th out of 147 homes in Florida.Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average Walk Score across Florida SNFs. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.
Car-dependent. Most errands require a car, with limited nearby walkable options.
Types of Care at Highlands Lake Center
Skilled Nursing
Respite Care
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
35
Rank #162 / 177Health citations — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 162nd out of 177 homes in Florida.Shows this facility's total health deficiency citations benchmarked to the Florida state average, with a ranking across all 177 FL SNFs. Lower citation counts earn a better rank.
Florida average 19.7
Citations per inspection
4.38
Florida average 4.48
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
22 of 35 citations resulted from standard inspections; 10 of 35 resulted from complaint investigations; and 3 of 35 came from combined inspections (standard and complaint).
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
100% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 0.8
Serious Health citations
0
0
100% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 0.4
0 critical citations
0 serious citations
34 moderate citations
1 minor citation
Citations history (last 3 years)
Pharmacy moderate citation
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Nov 05, 2025
Issues related to medication management, including how drugs are stored, administered, and monitored.
Nov 05, 2025
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Nov 05, 2025
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Nov 05, 2025
Corrected
Administration moderate citation
Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations.
Apr 17, 2025
Issues related to how the facility is managed, including policies, procedures, and compliance with regulations.
Apr 17, 2025
Corrected
Resident Rights moderate citation
Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care.
Apr 17, 2025
Issues related to resident's rights, including dignity, privacy, and the ability to make decisions about their care.
Apr 17, 2025
Corrected
Data sourced from CMS Health Deficiencies reports. Citation severity codes range from A (least serious) to L (most serious). Immediate Jeopardy (J-L) citations indicate situations where the facility's noncompliance has placed residents at risk of death or serious harm.
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| Highlands Lake Center |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Lakeland | 179 | 93.8% | +11% | 3.66 | -19% | -9% | 1 | 35 | 4.4 | 0 | 159 | - | 9 | Ayala, Cynthia | $20.3M | $7.2M | 35.5% | 105620 | ||||
| The Club at Lake Gibson |
HC Home Care Professional care delivered in the person's own home — from companionship and errands to skilled nursing and therapy. Allows seniors to age in place. Medicare covers skilled home health when medically necessary.
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care).
RC Respite Care Short-term temporary care — days to weeks — to give family caregivers a break. Full care provided during the stay. Often used after hospitalization or to trial a facility before a permanent placement decision. | Lakeland | 120 | 94.3% | +12% | 3.58 | -28% | -11% | 2 | 21 | 5.3 | 1 | 117 | - | 45 | Nh Operator Holdings Xi Llc | $23.6M | $8.2M | 34.9% | 106146 | ||||
| Lakeland Nursing and Rehabilitation Center |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | Lakeland (Tigertown) | 185 | 74.6% | -11% | 3.61 | -26% | -11% | 17 | 33 | 5.5 | 3 | 161 | - | 57 | Palm Terrace J Dek Operations Llc | $26.8M | $7.5M | 27.8% | 105354 | ||||
| Bridgewalk on Harden |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | Lakeland | 120 | 72.9% | -13% | 3.42 | -55% | -15% | 3 | 19 | 3.2 | 4 | 92 | - | 24 | Garrard, Louis | $10.9M | $5.3M | 48.9% | 106138 | ||||
| Porter Mcgrath Health Center | - |
NH Nursing Home Licensed facility providing 24/7 skilled nursing care for residents with complex, ongoing medical needs. Staffed by RNs, LPNs, and CNAs. Inspected and star-rated annually by CMS. Accepts Medicare (short-term rehab) and Medicaid (long-term care). | Lakeland (Dixieland) | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 0 | 0 | 0.0 | 0 | - | - | 62 | - | - | - | - | - |
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
230
Employees
224
Contractors
6
Staff to resident ratio
1.35:1
11% worse than Florida averageFlorida average ratio: 1.52:1
Avg staff/day
86
Average shift
8.1 hours
0% compared with Florida averageFlorida average: 7.9 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
63,372
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
22
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.2 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.2 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
27
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.3 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.3 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
102
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
2.3%
1,439 contractor hours this quarter
Clinical Nurse Specialist: 3
Medical Director: 1
Administrator: 1
Dietitian: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 102 | 0 | 102 | 29,713 | 91 | 100% | 8 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 27 | 0 | 27 | 10,691 | 91 | 100% | 9.3 |
| Registered Nurse | 22 | 0 | 22 | 6,090 | 91 | 100% | 9.2 |
| Dietitian | 12 | 1 | 13 | 2,627 | 90 | 99% | 7.7 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 11 | 0 | 11 | 2,375 | 90 | 99% | 7.5 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 10 | 0 | 10 | 2,163 | 89 | 98% | 7.1 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 4 | 3 | 7 | 2,160 | 91 | 100% | 7.7 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,408 | 78 | 86% | 7.6 |
| Dental Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 942 | 68 | 75% | 7.9 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 937 | 70 | 77% | 7.9 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 3 | 0 | 3 | 917 | 73 | 80% | 7.3 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 15 | 0 | 15 | 875 | 50 | 55% | 7.6 |
| Administrator | 2 | 1 | 3 | 768 | 62 | 68% | 8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 498 | 64 | 70% | 7.6 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 1 | 0 | 1 | 496 | 62 | 68% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 2 | 0 | 2 | 450 | 57 | 63% | 7.9 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 2 | 0 | 2 | 231 | 27 | 30% | 8 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 33 | 65 | 71% | 0.5 |
102 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
27 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
22 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
13 Dietitian
% of Days
99%
11 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
99%
10 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
98%
7 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
100%
5 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
86%
2 Dental Services Staff
% of Days
75%
2 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
77%
3 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
80%
15 Nurse Aide in Training
% of Days
55%
3 Administrator
% of Days
68%
2 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
70%
1 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
68%
2 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
63%
2 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
30%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
71%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
170
Medicare
34
20% of residents
Medicaid
94
55.3% of residents
Private pay or other
42
24.7% of residents
Programs & Services
Residents Group
Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Active Resident Council
Organized group of residents that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, quality of life, and activities.
Data sourced from CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics quarterly report. Payer mix reflects the current resident census by primary payment source.
Quality of care over time
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
High-risk clinical events score
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
6.7
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
6.7
10% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 7.4
Functional decline score
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
12.6
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
12.6
In line with Florida averageFlorida average: 12.4
Long-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Need for Help with Daily Activities Increased
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
9.5%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
9.5%
9% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 10.5%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
8.0%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
8.0%
39% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 12.9%
Low Risk Residents with Bowel/Bladder Incontinence
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
20.4%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
20.4%
51% worse than Florida averageFlorida average: 13.5%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.9%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.9%
9% worse than Florida averageFlorida average: 2.6%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.4%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.4%
17% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 5.4%
Urinary Tract Infection
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.0%
100% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 0.9%
Lost Too Much Weight
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
8.5%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
8.5%
42% worse than Florida averageFlorida average: 6.0%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.0%
100% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 3.3%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
17.6%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
17.6%
119% worse than Florida averageFlorida average: 8.0%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.3%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.3%
In line with Florida averageFlorida average: 97.7%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
In line with Florida averageFlorida average: 99.2%
Hospitalizations per 1,000 days
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.37
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
2.37
13% worse than Florida averageFlorida average: 2.10
ED visits per 1,000 days
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
0.69
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
0.69
42% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 1.18
Short-stay resident measures
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
87.2%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
87.2%
7% worse than Florida averageFlorida average: 94.0%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.4%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.4%
9% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 1.5%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
77.0%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
77.0%
19% worse than Florida averageFlorida average: 94.7%
Re-hospitalized after SNF stay
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
21.6%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
21.6%
18% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 26.2%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
9.0%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
9.0%
In line with Florida averageFlorida average: 9.3%
Falls with major injury
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
2.5%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
2.5%
218% worse than Florida averageFlorida average: 0.8%
Ability to care for self at discharge
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
36.1%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
36.1%
33% worse than Florida averageFlorida average: 53.7%
Successful return to home or community
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
38.9%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
38.9%
23% worse than Florida averageFlorida average: 50.6%
Quality measures are calculated from Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments. For most measures, lower percentages indicate better care quality.
Penalties and fines
Federal penalties imposed by CMS for regulatory violations, including civil money penalties (fines) and denials of payment for new Medicare/Medicaid admissions.
Source: CMS Penalties Database (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total fines amount
$4K
95% lower than Florida averageFlorida average: $72K
Number of fines
1 Rank #1 / 81Federal fines — state benchmarkedThis home is ranked 1st out of 81 homes in Florida.Shows this facility's CMS fine count alongside the Florida average, and where it ranks among all 81 skilled nursing facilities in the state. Fewer fines mean a better rank.
62% fewer fines than Florida averageFlorida average: 2.6
Payment Denials
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
Serious action where Medicare and/or Medicaid temporarily stops payments for new residents until issues are fixed.
0
100% fewer payment denials than Florida averageFlorida average: 0.1
Fines amount comparison
Fines amount comparison
This facility
$4K
Florida average
$72K
Penalty History
Penalties are imposed by CMS for violations of federal nursing home regulations.
Civil Money Penalty
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jan 9, 2023
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Jan 9, 2023
$4K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Highlands Lake Center based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
93.8%
↑ 11.0pp vs 2022
Net Income
$5.4M
↑ ~$2.8M vs 2022
Total Payroll
$10.4M
↓ ~$95.3K vs 2022
Profit Margin
26.7%
↑ 12.9pp vs 2022
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