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LIFE CARE CENTER OF ALTAMONTE SPRINGS

Grade D 69/100 composite score

For profit - Corporation

CMS Star Ratings

Overall
2/5
Health Insp.
1/5
Quality
5/5
Staffing
4/5
RN Staffing
Not rated

Certified Beds

228

Ownership

For profit - Corporation

Total Fines

$83,493

Last Survey

N/A

989 ORIENTA AVE, ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, FL 32701
4078313446

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Staffing Hours & Turnover

Hours per Resident per Day (PBJ)

RN
0.67h
LPN
0.88h
CNA
2.52h
Total
4.08h
Facility
State Average

Turnover Rates

RN Turnover
N/A
Total Nurse Turnover
N/A
Admin Turnover
N/A

Ownership

PRESTON, FORREST

Individual5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTSince Jan 1976

100%

LIFE CARE CENTERS OF AMERICA, INC.

OrganizationOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLSince Jun 1976

CHAUDHRY, AZHAR

IndividualOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLSince Jan 2022

FLETCHER, TODD

IndividualOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLSince May 2021

GONZALEZ, FRANCISCO

IndividualOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLSince Nov 2018

LAY, LISA

IndividualOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLSince Apr 2017

MOORMAN, TERESITA

IndividualOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLSince May 2005

PRESTON, AARON

IndividualOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLSince Nov 2018

PRESTON, AUBREY

IndividualOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLSince Nov 2024

PRESTON, FORREST

IndividualOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLSince Jun 1976

SWANKER, RICHARD

IndividualOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLSince Jan 2022

ZIEGLER, JAMES

IndividualOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLSince Sep 2001

FLETCHER, TODD

IndividualCORPORATE DIRECTORSince May 2021

LAY, LISA

IndividualCORPORATE DIRECTORSince Apr 2017

PRESTON, FORREST

IndividualCORPORATE DIRECTORSince Jan 1976

SWANKER, RICHARD

IndividualCORPORATE DIRECTORSince Jan 2022

ZIEGLER, JAMES

IndividualCORPORATE DIRECTORSince Sep 2001

CROSS, CINDY

IndividualCORPORATE OFFICERSince Apr 1994

FLETCHER, TODD

IndividualCORPORATE OFFICERSince Nov 2020

HENRY, TERRY

IndividualCORPORATE OFFICERSince Aug 1999

LAY, LISA

IndividualCORPORATE OFFICERSince Feb 2018

PRESTON, FORREST

IndividualCORPORATE OFFICERSince Jan 1976

SWANKER, RICHARD

IndividualCORPORATE OFFICERSince Apr 2011

THURMOND, JOAN

IndividualCORPORATE OFFICERSince Sep 2000

ZIEGLER, JAMES

IndividualCORPORATE OFFICERSince Aug 1999

Penalties & Fines (2)

$83,493total fines
DateTypeDescriptionAmount
Aug 18, 2023Fine$83,493
Aug 18, 2023Payment Denial

Health Inspection Deficiencies (27)

August 21, 2025Health4 deficiencies1 severe
0610DMinimal harm, Isolated

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 21, 2025
0697GActual harm, Isolated

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

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 21, 2025
0842DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 21, 2025
0919DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Environmental Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 21, 2025
July 16, 2025Health2 deficiencies
0585EMinimal harm, Pattern

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.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Aug 16, 2025
0695DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Aug 16, 2025
July 17, 2024Health2 deficiencies
0755EMinimal harm, Pattern

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

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

Corrected Aug 17, 2024
0842EMinimal harm, Pattern

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

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Aug 17, 2024
August 18, 2023Health9 deficiencies7 severe
0600KImmediate jeopardy, Pattern

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

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 21, 2023
0607EMinimal harm, Pattern

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

Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Corrected Oct 23, 2023
0656DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Oct 23, 2023
0684JImmediate jeopardy, Isolated

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

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 21, 2023
0686GActual harm, Isolated

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

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 21, 2023
0689KImmediate jeopardy, Pattern

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

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 21, 2023
0726JImmediate jeopardy, Isolated

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.

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 21, 2023
0835KImmediate jeopardy, Pattern

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

Administration Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 21, 2023
0842JImmediate jeopardy, Isolated

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

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Sep 21, 2023
December 2, 2021Health10 deficiencies
0554DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Jan 3, 2022
0561DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Jan 3, 2022
0584EMinimal harm, Pattern

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.

Resident Rights Deficiencies

Corrected Jan 3, 2022
0677DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Jan 3, 2022
0684DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Jan 3, 2022
0690DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Jan 3, 2022
0695DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Jan 3, 2022
0697DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Corrected Jan 3, 2022
0842DMinimal harm, Isolated

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

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Corrected Jan 3, 2022
0880DMinimal harm, Isolated

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Infection Control Deficiencies

Corrected Jan 3, 2022

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CareGrader rating for LIFE CARE CENTER OF ALTAMONTE SPRINGS?

LIFE CARE CENTER OF ALTAMONTE SPRINGS in ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, Florida has a CareGrader grade of D (Below Average), with a composite score of 68.8 out of 100. This grade is based on health inspections, staffing levels, quality measures, and penalty history from official CMS government data.

What is the CMS star rating for LIFE CARE CENTER OF ALTAMONTE SPRINGS?

LIFE CARE CENTER OF ALTAMONTE SPRINGS has an overall CMS star rating of 2 out of 5, a health inspection rating of 1/5, and a staffing rating of 4/5. CareGrader combines this with additional data to calculate an A-F grade.

How many health deficiencies does LIFE CARE CENTER OF ALTAMONTE SPRINGS have?

LIFE CARE CENTER OF ALTAMONTE SPRINGS has 27 health deficiencies on record from CMS health inspection surveys. Deficiencies are rated from A (minimal harm potential) to L (immediate jeopardy, widespread). View the full inspection timeline above for details on each deficiency.

Has LIFE CARE CENTER OF ALTAMONTE SPRINGS been fined?

Yes. LIFE CARE CENTER OF ALTAMONTE SPRINGS has $83,493 in total fines from CMS enforcement actions across 2 penalties.

How many beds does LIFE CARE CENTER OF ALTAMONTE SPRINGS have?

LIFE CARE CENTER OF ALTAMONTE SPRINGS has 228 certified beds with approximately 216 current residents (95% occupancy). The facility is located at 989 ORIENTA AVE, ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, Florida 32701. It is a for profit - corporation facility.

Data Disclaimer

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