Chautauqua Springs Health Center
785 S 2nd Street · Defuniak Springs, FL · 32435 · 8508922176
180 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Benjamin Landa
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- Cleaner inspection record than most facilities nationally.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
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Red flags
No red flags in the current CMS record. Genuinely good news — pair it with an in-person tour before deciding.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 4 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.79 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.60 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.44 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | — | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (7 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D March 13, 2025
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected May 1, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 13, 2025
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected May 1, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 13, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected May 1, 2025 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D March 13, 2025
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Corrected May 1, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D December 7, 2023
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected December 20, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 16, 2022
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compartments for controlled drugs.
Corrected July 17, 2022 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D June 16, 2022
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
Corrected July 17, 2022 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 105626 · certified since November 3, 1988. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.