5/5
CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
5/5
CMS (the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services) is the federal agency that rates nursing home quality. Its Overall Rating runs from 1 to 5 stars, combining health inspections, staffing, and quality measures, with inspections weighted most heavily.
Life Care Center of Melbourne is a senior community in the scenic environs of Melbourne, Florida. This remarkable facility is dedicated to providing skilled nursing care that aims to enhance the independence of its residents and patients. It is the nearest inpatient and outpatient rehabilitation nursing home within the community. The facility’s rehabilitation gym is equipped with state-of-the-art equipment designed to facilitate the achievement of recovery goals for residents and patients.
Life Care Center of Melbourne is conveniently situated across the street from the esteemed Holmes Regional Medical Center. It is also strategically positioned near pristine beaches and a mere hour’s drive south of the iconic Kennedy Space Center. Notably, Life Care Center of Melbourne has garnered recognition, as it was named one of U.S. News & World Report’s Best Nursing Homes for the year 2022-2023, a testament to its unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional care and service.
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.
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.
This home is ranked 145th out of 253 homes in Florida for nurse hours. 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.
| Staff type | Hours / Day / Resident | 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.
| 34m per day | ▼ 22% 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.
| 52m per day | ▲ 10% 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 7m per day | ▼ 9% State avg: 2h 20m per day · National avg: 2h 21m per day |
|
Weekend Total Nursing
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 | ▼ 9% 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.
| 8m per day | ▲ 53% State avg: 5m per day · National avg: 4m per day |
|
Weekend RN
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.
| 22m per day | ▼ 30% State avg: 32m per day · National avg: 29m per day |
Reporting period: October 1 – December 31, 2025 (Q4 2025). Source: CMS Payroll-Based Journal report.
6% fewer staff per resident than Florida average
0% compared with Florida average
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Manages medical care and health needs.
All 17 RN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
17
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
9.3 hoursAssists with medical care and medications.
All 24 LPN Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
24
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.6 hoursHelps with daily care and mobility.
All 66 CNA Staff are full-time employees. No contractors work on this role.
66
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.5 hours
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
Total hours from contractors
359 contractor hours this quarter
This data comes from the CMS Payroll-Based Journal report covering October 1 – December 31, 2025.
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 66 | 0 | 66 | 22,110 | 92 | 100% | 7.5 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 24 | 0 | 24 | 7,613 | 92 | 100% | 8.6 |
| Registered Nurse | 17 | 0 | 17 | 4,794 | 92 | 100% | 9.3 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 6 | 0 | 6 | 2,369 | 89 | 97% | 7.5 |
| Dietitian | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,614 | 89 | 97% | 7.6 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,582 | 66 | 72% | 7.2 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,475 | 75 | 82% | 7.2 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,399 | 77 | 84% | 7.4 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 6 | 0 | 6 | 1,354 | 87 | 95% | 6.6 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 2 | 0 | 2 | 942 | 66 | 72% | 8 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 3 | 0 | 3 | 880 | 64 | 70% | 8 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 3 | 0 | 3 | 687 | 70 | 76% | 5.8 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 528 | 66 | 72% | 8 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 2 | 0 | 2 | 497 | 66 | 72% | 7.2 |
| Nurse Aide in Training | 1 | 0 | 1 | 452 | 60 | 65% | 7.5 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 441 | 64 | 70% | 6.9 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 408 | 51 | 55% | 8 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 2 | 2 | 245 | 30 | 33% | 8.2 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 2 | 2 | 71 | 5 | 5% | 14.1 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 44 | 3 | 3% | 14.5 |
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
No penalties in the past 3 years
No civil money penalties or payment denials were reported in the last 3 years.
These measures show how residents usually do over time at this home, based on health outcomes and preventive care.
A composite score based on pressure ulcers, falls with injury, weight loss, walking ability decline, and activities of daily living decline.
4.2
43% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 7.4
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
8.2
34% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 12.4
CMS star rating based on long-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = significantly above average, 1 star = significantly below average.
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
6.6%
37% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 10.5%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
10.6%
18% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 12.9%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
7.5%
45% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 13.5%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
1.3%
52% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 2.6%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
2.3%
58% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 5.4%
Percent of long-stay residents with a urinary tract infection
0.7%
26% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 0.9%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
0.4%
93% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 6.0%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
2.8%
16% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 3.3%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
11.8%
47% worse than Florida averageFlorida average: 8.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
In line with Florida averageFlorida average: 97.7%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
In line with Florida averageFlorida average: 99.2%
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.42
32% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 2.10
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
0.97
18% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 1.18
CMS star rating based on short-stay quality measure performance. 5 stars = much above average, 1 star = much below average.
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
99.9%
6% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 94.0%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
1.2%
18% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 1.5%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
100.0%
6% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 94.7%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
23.2%
11% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 26.2%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
10.4%
12% worse than Florida averageFlorida average: 9.3%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.2%
70% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 0.8%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
71.9%
34% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 53.7%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
61.6%
22% better 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.
58% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
31% of new residents, often for short stays.
11% of new residents, often for long-term daily care.
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total residents
114Residents meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Family members meet regularly to discuss policies, care quality, and activities
Organized group of family members that meets regularly to discuss facility policies, resident care, and activities.
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.
Historical financial and operational data for Life Care Center of Melbourne from 2011–2023, based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Based on CMS SNF Cost Report for fiscal year ending in 12/2023.
Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
Net patient revenue — what the home actually collects for resident care, after contractual allowances, bad debt and discounts are subtracted from its gross charges (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It covers resident care only; money the home earns from other sources is shown separately as "Other income."
Net patient income: net patient revenue minus the home's total operating expenses. A positive figure means it earns more from resident care than it spends to deliver it; a negative figure means the opposite. It excludes non-operating "other income."
Money the home earns outside of resident care — such as investments, grants, rentals and other non-operating sources (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3). It is tracked separately from net patient revenue: it is not part of that figure, and it is not included in net patient income.
Staff salaries plus wage-related costs — benefits such as payroll taxes, health insurance and retirement — from the home's own accounting records (CMS cost report, Worksheet A). Contract or agency labor is counted separately, under other operating costs.
Rank #115 / 257Payroll — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 115th out of 257 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.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Payroll as a share of revenue: staff salaries and wage-related benefits divided by net patient revenue. A higher figure means more of each revenue dollar goes to staff pay.
Rank #213 / 257Payroll % — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 213th out of 257 homes in Florida. Shows payroll as a percentage of revenue versus the Florida average. Well-run Florida facilities typically land around 49–56% — the top third Statewide. Below 25% may signal understaffing or heavy agency use — read with Staffing ratings.Ranking totals vary by category as each rank only includes facilities that report data for that metric. Homes missing that data point aren't included in the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Everything it costs to run the home apart from payroll — food, utilities, supplies, maintenance, contract labor and administration. Calculated as total operating expense minus payroll (staff salaries and wage-related benefits).
The home's total operating expense for the year — all the costs of running it, salaries included (CMS cost report, Worksheet G-3).
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
Most new residents arrive under Medicare (58% of admissions), and a typical Medicare stay runs around 25 days.
Coverage residents most often arrive under.
Coverage residents most often leave under.
0.7 miles from city center
Estimated distance in miles from Melbourne's city center to Life Care Center of Melbourne's address, calculated via Google Maps.
— 0.26 miles to nearest hospital (Circles of Care)
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The information below is reported by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA).
| Life Care Center of Melbourne | NH | Melbourne | 120
Facility
120
FL AVG
89
Rank
#256 / 1074 |
95.6%
Facility
95.6%
FL AVG
84.3%
Rank
#19 / 258 | +13% | 3.81
Facility
3.81
FL AVG
4.04
Rank
#145 / 253 | -11% | -6% | $0
Facility
$0
FL AVG
$78.9k
Rank
#1 / 258 | - | 12
Facility
12
FL AVG
19.7
Rank
#67 / 252 | 4.0
Facility
4.0
FL AVG
4.5
Rank
#112 / 252 | - | 116 | - |
39
Facility
39
FL AVG
40
Rank
#743 / 1486 | Dana Delena | $15.4M
Facility
$15.4M
FL AVG
$15.7M
Rank
#68 / 257 | $8.4M
Facility
$8.4M
FL AVG
$6.1M
Rank
#115 / 257 | 54.6%
Facility
54.6%
FL AVG
39.8%
Rank
#213 / 257 | 105291 | ||||
| West Melbourne Health and Rehabilitation Center | NH MC PC | West Melbourne (New Haven Avenue) | 180
Facility
180
FL AVG
89
Rank
#56 / 1074 | - | - | 4.92
Facility
4.92
FL AVG
4.04
Rank
#32 / 253 | -11% | +22% | $0
Facility
$0
FL AVG
$78.9k
Rank
#1 / 258 | - | 34
Facility
34
FL AVG
19.7
Rank
#225 / 252 | 4.9
Facility
4.9
FL AVG
4.5
Rank
#163 / 252 | 2 | 25 | C+ |
79
Facility
79
FL AVG
40
Rank
#114 / 1486 | Denise Caiati | $17.0M
Facility
$17.0M
FL AVG
$15.7M
Rank
#118 / 257 | $10.8M
Facility
$10.8M
FL AVG
$6.1M
Rank
#60 / 257 | 63.6%
Facility
63.6%
FL AVG
39.8%
Rank
#27 / 257 | 105376 | ||||
| Indian River Center | NH MC PC RC | Melbourne | 179
Facility
179
FL AVG
89
Rank
#78 / 1074 |
92.3%
Facility
92.3%
FL AVG
84.3%
Rank
#78 / 258 | +10% | 3.73
Facility
3.73
FL AVG
4.04
Rank
#175 / 253 | -19% | -8% | $74.4k
Facility
$74.4k
FL AVG
$78.9k
Rank
#227 / 258 | - | 16
Facility
16
FL AVG
19.7
Rank
#107 / 252 | 3.2
Facility
3.2
FL AVG
4.5
Rank
#66 / 252 | 3 | 172 | - |
34
Facility
34
FL AVG
40
Rank
#850 / 1486 | Cazzie King | $19.2M
Facility
$19.2M
FL AVG
$15.7M
Rank
#119 / 257 | $8.8M
Facility
$8.8M
FL AVG
$6.1M
Rank
#81 / 257 | 45.6%
Facility
45.6%
FL AVG
39.8%
Rank
#63 / 257 | 105673 |
Life Care Center of Melbourne is located in Melbourne, Florida.
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Life Care Center of Melbourne has a walk score of 39. Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
Life Care Center of Melbourne's occupancy is 95.6%.
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(321) 727-0984 will put you in contact with the team at Life Care Center of Melbourne.
Yes — Life Care Center of Melbourne is a CMS-certified provider of Medicare and Medicaid.
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