Total health inspections
3
Florida average 4.3
Last Health inspection on Jan 2025
Mostly short-term rehab stays
Most residents typically stay for a few weeks or months before returning home or moving on.
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Nursing Home in Palm Bay
CMS overall rating
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.
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.
Life Care Center of Palm Bay
Nursing Home in Palm Bay
CMS overall rating
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.
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.
Life Care Center of Palm Bay
Overview of Life Care Center of Palm Bay
Life Care Center of Palm Bay is a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility located in Palm Bay, FL. This long-term care facility provides 24 hour skilled nursing care and security to its patients and residents, as well as medication management, post surgical care, wound care, IV therapy and infection management.
The long-term residents of this care facility are confident that their care is in good hands, with the meal services prepared by certified dieticians, housekeeping and laundry services, and access to library and landscaped grounds. The whole facility itself is also smoke free and pet friendly, providing opportunities for patients and residents alike to breathe fresh air and bond with furry companions.
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.
Nursing care per resident
This shows how many total hours of nursing staff time are available per resident each day. Higher numbers usually mean more staff support.
Staffing hours breakdown
Hours of care per resident per day, broken down by staff type. Data from CMS Medicare.
Registered Nurse (RN)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day.
Nurse Aide
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Nurse aide hours per resident per day.
Total Nursing (Weekend)
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on weekends.
Physical Therapist
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
Physical therapist staff hours per resident per day.
RN (Weekend)
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Registered nurse hours per resident per day on weekends.
Capacity and availability
Medium-capacity home
Offers a balance of services and community atmosphere.
Total beds
141
This home usually has limited availability
Occupancy is moderate, suggesting balanced demand.
Occupancy rate
94%
Residents per day (avg)
135
Occupancy rate
94%
Residents per day (avg)
135
Who this home usually serves
Show admissions and discharges
TYPE OF STAY
Might be optimal for
Short stays
Recovery
Medicare-covered care
Breakdown by payment type
Medicare
46% of new residents, usually for short-term rehab.
Typical stay
22 days
Private pay
39% 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
9 - 10 months
Finances and operations
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$25.8M
Profit
$1.7M
Privately-owned community
Home revenue
$25.8M
Profit
$1.7M
Payroll costs
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
$8.0M
The portion of the home's budget spent on staff, including nurses, caregivers, and other employees who support care and operations.
Other operating costs
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
$16.1M
All remaining costs needed to run the home, such as food, utilities, building maintenance, supplies and administrative expenses.
Total costs
$24.1M
Walk Score: 32 / 100
Somewhat walkable. A few nearby services may be reachable on foot, but most trips require transportation.
About this community
AwardsBest Nursing Home - U.S. News & World Report 2026
Safety Features24-hour security and fire safety systems
Rehabilitation Services
Skilled Nursing
24-Hour Staffing
Rehabilitation
24-Hour Security And Fire Safety Systems
Beauty Salon And Barber Shop
Bedside And Bathroom Call Lights
Certified Dietitian
Community Re-Entry Program
Complimentary Wireless Internet
Daily Activity Schedule
Family/Resident Councils
Fine Dining Program
Flat-Screen Tvs
Flexible Visiting Hours
Full-Time
Certified Activity Director
Homelike Setting
Housekeeping And Laundry Services
Landscaped Grounds And Courtyards
Library
Non-Smoking Facility
Pet Visitors Allowed
Private And Semiprivate Rooms
Private Bathrooms
Religious Services
Patient/Family Education Program
Telephone And Cable Television Hookups
Transportation Services
ActivitiesDaily activity schedule available.
Specific ProgramsSkilled Nursing, Rehabilitation, Alzheimer's & Dementia Care, Independent & Assisted Living
Religious ServicesYes
Food DescriptionLife Care Center of Palm Bay offers fine dining programs and has an in-house ice cream parlor.
Types of Care at Life Care Center of Palm Bay
Skilled Nursing
Health Inspection History
Inspections
Total health citations
8
Florida average 19.7
Citations per inspection
2.67
Florida average 4.48
Health citations are formal notices following inspections when they fail to comply with safety and care standards.
All 8 citations resulted from standard inspections.
Breakdown of citation severity (last 3 years)
Critical Health citations
0
0
100% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 0.8
Serious Health citations
2
2
400% worse than Florida averageFlorida average: 0.4
0 critical citations
2 serious citations
6 moderate citations
0 minor citations
Citations history (last 3 years)
Quality of Care moderate citation
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Jan 09, 2025
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Jan 09, 2025
Corrected
Care Planning moderate citation
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Jan 09, 2025
Issues related to creating and updating personalized care plans for residents based on their needs and conditions.
Jan 09, 2025
Corrected
Nutrition moderate citation
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Apr 20, 2023
Issues related to food quality, meal service, and resident's nutritional needs.
Apr 20, 2023
Corrected
Quality of Care moderate citation
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Apr 20, 2023
Issues related to how well residents receive appropriate treatment and support for their medical and daily care needs.
Apr 20, 2023
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.
Compare Nursing Homes around Palm Bay The information below is reported by the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA).
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Life Care Center of Palm Bay
AL
Assisted Living A licensed, long-term care setting for seniors or individuals with disabilities who need help with daily activities — like bathing, dressing, and medication management — but not 24-hour skilled nursing. Offers housing, meals, and around-the-clock support while aiming to maximize resident independence.
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).
Palm Bay
141
94.0%
+12%
4.06
+1%
1
8
2.7
2
135
32
Tarbet, Willard
$25.5M
$8.0M
31.3%
106060
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Staffing Data (Q2 2025)
This data corresponds to Q2 2025 and is based on CMS Payroll-Based Journal.
Total staff
165
Employees
158
Contractors
7
Staff to resident ratio
1.30:1
14% worse than Florida averageFlorida average ratio: 1.52:1
Avg staff/day
76
Average shift
7.7 hours
0% compared with Florida averageFlorida average: 7.9 hours
Total staff hours (quarter)
53,070
Nursing staff breakdown
Registered Nurse
Manages medical care and health needs.
Total count
29
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.1 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
8.1 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Assists with medical care and medications.
Total count
13
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.7 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.7 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Helps with daily care and mobility.
Total count
74
Average shift length
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.6 hours
Average shift length. Calculated as total hours divided by days worked and average staff per day.
7.6 hoursNo contractors work on this role.
Contractor staffing
Total hours from contractors
0.6%
309 contractor hours this quarter
Occupational Therapy Assistant: 4
Qualified Social Worker: 1
Occupational Therapy Aide: 1
Medical Director: 1
Staff by category
| Certified Nursing Assistant | 74 | 0 | 74 | 27,514 | 91 | 100% | 7.6 |
| Registered Nurse | 29 | 0 | 29 | 9,887 | 91 | 100% | 8.1 |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | 13 | 0 | 13 | 4,395 | 91 | 100% | 7.7 |
| Respiratory Therapy Technician | 5 | 0 | 5 | 1,436 | 84 | 92% | 7.2 |
| Clinical Nurse Specialist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,420 | 65 | 71% | 8.1 |
| RN Director of Nursing | 3 | 0 | 3 | 1,096 | 65 | 71% | 8.3 |
| Physical Therapy Assistant | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1,070 | 81 | 89% | 7.2 |
| Other Dietary Services Staff | 3 | 0 | 3 | 980 | 85 | 93% | 7.4 |
| Dietitian | 3 | 0 | 3 | 876 | 79 | 87% | 7.1 |
| Qualified Social Worker | 7 | 1 | 8 | 865 | 68 | 75% | 7.4 |
| Speech Language Pathologist | 4 | 0 | 4 | 555 | 77 | 85% | 7.1 |
| Physical Therapy Aide | 4 | 0 | 4 | 554 | 72 | 79% | 7 |
| Administrator | 1 | 0 | 1 | 520 | 65 | 71% | 8 |
| Nurse Practitioner | 1 | 0 | 1 | 488 | 61 | 67% | 8 |
| Mental Health Service Worker | 1 | 0 | 1 | 483 | 63 | 69% | 7.7 |
| Dental Services Staff | 1 | 0 | 1 | 404 | 53 | 58% | 7.6 |
| Therapeutic Recreation Specialist | 1 | 0 | 1 | 241 | 45 | 49% | 5.3 |
| Occupational Therapy Aide | 0 | 1 | 1 | 188 | 25 | 27% | 7.5 |
| Occupational Therapy Assistant | 0 | 4 | 4 | 57 | 5 | 5% | 9.6 |
| Medical Director | 0 | 1 | 1 | 44 | 3 | 3% | 14.5 |
74 Certified Nursing Assistant
% of Days
100%
29 Registered Nurse
% of Days
100%
13 Licensed Practical Nurse
% of Days
100%
5 Respiratory Therapy Technician
% of Days
92%
4 Clinical Nurse Specialist
% of Days
71%
3 RN Director of Nursing
% of Days
71%
4 Physical Therapy Assistant
% of Days
89%
3 Other Dietary Services Staff
% of Days
93%
3 Dietitian
% of Days
87%
8 Qualified Social Worker
% of Days
75%
4 Speech Language Pathologist
% of Days
85%
4 Physical Therapy Aide
% of Days
79%
1 Administrator
% of Days
71%
1 Nurse Practitioner
% of Days
67%
1 Mental Health Service Worker
% of Days
69%
1 Dental Services Staff
% of Days
58%
1 Therapeutic Recreation Specialist
% of Days
49%
1 Occupational Therapy Aide
% of Days
27%
4 Occupational Therapy Assistant
% of Days
5%
1 Medical Director
% of Days
3%
Facility Characteristics
Source: CMS Long-Term Care Facility Characteristics (Data as of Jan 2026)
Total census
127 residents
Residents by payment source
Medicare
15 residents (11.8%)
Medicaid
101 residents (79.5%)
Private pay or other
11 residents (8.7%)
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.
14.7
A composite score based on activities of daily living decline, walking ability decline, and incontinence.
14.7
19% worse than 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
7.2%
Percent of long-stay residents whose need for help with daily activities has increased
7.2%
31% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 10.5%
Walking Ability Worsened
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
18.3%
Percent of long-stay residents whose ability to move independently worsened
18.3%
42% worse 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
18.6%
Percent of low risk long-stay residents who lose control of their bowels or bladder
18.6%
38% worse than Florida averageFlorida average: 13.5%
Falls with Major Injury
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.4%
Percent of long-stay residents experiencing one or more falls with major injury
2.4%
8% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 2.6%
High Risk Residents with Pressure Ulcers
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.3%
Percent of long-stay high risk residents with pressure ulcers
4.3%
20% 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
1.2%
Percent of long-stay residents who lose too much weight
1.2%
80% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 6.0%
Depressive Symptoms
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.5%
Percent of long-stay residents who have depressive symptoms
0.5%
84% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 3.3%
Antipsychotic Use
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
2.4%
Percent of long-stay residents who received an antipsychotic medication
2.4%
70% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 8.0%
Pneumococcal Vaccine
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
Percent of long-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
100.0%
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.
0.86
Number of hospitalizations per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
0.86
59% better 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.
1.13
Number of outpatient emergency department visits per 1,000 long-stay resident days.
1.13
In line with 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
98.4%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the pneumococcal vaccine
98.4%
5% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 94.0%
Antipsychotic medication increase
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.3%
Percent of short-stay residents who newly received an antipsychotic medication
0.3%
81% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 1.5%
Influenza Vaccine
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
99.1%
Percent of short-stay residents assessed and appropriately given the seasonal influenza vaccine
99.1%
5% better 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.
23.0%
Percentage of short-stay residents who were re-hospitalized after their nursing home admission.
23.0%
12% better than Florida averageFlorida average: 26.2%
Emergency department visits
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
10.2%
Percentage of short-stay residents who had an outpatient emergency department visit.
10.2%
10% worse than Florida averageFlorida average: 9.3%
Falls with major injury
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.4%
Percentage of SNF residents who experience falls with major injury during their stay.
0.4%
51% better 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.
72.3%
Percentage of residents at or above expected ability to care for themselves at discharge.
72.3%
35% better 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.
57.1%
Rate of successful return to home or community from a skilled nursing facility.
57.1%
13% 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.
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
$52K
28% lower than Florida averageFlorida average: $72K
Number of fines
1
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
$52K
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.
Apr 20, 2023
Fines imposed for noncompliance, which can be assessed per day or per instance of violation.
Apr 20, 2023
$52K
Last updated: Jan 2026
Financial Trends
Historical financial and operational data for Life Care Center of Palm Bay based on CMS SNF Cost Reports.
Occupancy Rate
94.0%
↑ 2.8pp vs 2023
Net Income
$1.7M
↑ ~$157.1K vs 2023
Total Payroll
$9.5M
↑ ~$565.6K vs 2023
Profit Margin
6.7%
↑ 0.3pp vs 2023
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