Blue Lake Post Acute
991 E New York Ave · Deland, FL · 32724 · 3867349083
60 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Elevation Healthcare
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Federal penalties on record: $56,320 in fines in the last 24 months.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
4 immediate-jeopardy citations in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
2 abuse-related citations at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
$56,320 in federal fines in the last 24 months
1 fine — CMS fines are reserved for verified, serious non-compliance.
67% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
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Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 1 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.26 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.61 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.85 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 67% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 18 · $152,994 |
Inspection citations (27 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · E December 11, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate foot care.
Corrected January 29, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Immediate jeopardy · J April 8, 2025 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected April 28, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Immediate jeopardy · J April 8, 2025 · found via complaint
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected April 28, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Immediate jeopardy · J April 8, 2025 · found via complaint
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Corrected April 28, 2025 · Administration
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Immediate jeopardy · J April 8, 2025 · found via complaint
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Corrected April 28, 2025 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D April 8, 2025 · found via complaint
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Corrected April 28, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D April 8, 2025 · found via complaint
Prepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home.
Corrected April 28, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2024
Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights.
Corrected August 18, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2024
Notify the resident or the resident’s representative in writing how long the nursing home will hold the resident’s bed in cases of transfer to a hospital or therapeutic leave.
Corrected August 18, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E July 18, 2024
Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.
Corrected August 18, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E July 18, 2024
Assure that each resident’s assessment is updated at least once every 3 months.
Corrected August 18, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2024
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected August 18, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2024
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected August 18, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F July 18, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected August 18, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F July 18, 2024
Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.
Corrected August 18, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D July 18, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected August 18, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D August 18, 2022
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected September 16, 2022 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E February 24, 2022
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected March 25, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E February 24, 2022
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.
Corrected March 25, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 24, 2022
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Corrected March 25, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E February 24, 2022
Ensure a qualified health professional conducts resident assessments.
Corrected March 25, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 24, 2022
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected March 25, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D February 24, 2022
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected March 25, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E February 24, 2022
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected March 25, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F February 24, 2022
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected March 25, 2022 · Nutrition and Dietary
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| April 8, 2025 | Fine | $56,320 |
| January 22, 2024 | Fine | $14,814 |
| January 8, 2024 | Fine | $4,938 |
| December 11, 2023 | Fine | $13,762 |
| November 20, 2023 | Fine | $4,587 |
| November 13, 2023 | Fine | $4,587 |
| November 6, 2023 | Fine | $4,587 |
| October 30, 2023 | Fine | $4,587 |
| October 23, 2023 | Fine | $4,587 |
| October 17, 2023 | Fine | $4,587 |
| October 10, 2023 | Fine | $4,587 |
| October 2, 2023 | Fine | $4,587 |
| September 11, 2023 | Fine | $11,645 |
| August 28, 2023 | Fine | $3,176 |
| August 21, 2023 | Fine | $2,823 |
| August 14, 2023 | Fine | $2,470 |
| August 7, 2023 | Fine | $2,117 |
| July 17, 2023 | Fine | $4,233 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 105262 · certified since November 14, 1972. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.