Desoto Health and Rehab
475 Nursing Home Dr · Arcadia, FL · 34266 · 8634945766
78 certified beds For profit - Corporation
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
The composite number cleared 73 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
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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
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 4.37 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.55 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.55 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 34% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (10 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G February 26, 2026
Provide or obtain dental services for each resident.
Corrected March 26, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E February 26, 2026
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected March 22, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D February 26, 2026
Ensure residents do not lose the ability to perform activities of daily living unless there is a medical reason.
Corrected March 22, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E February 26, 2026
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected March 22, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · F February 26, 2026
Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.
Corrected March 26, 2026 · Administration
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Potential for harm · F February 26, 2026
Provide a neutral and fair arbitration process and agree to arbitrator and venue.
Corrected March 26, 2026 · Administration
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Potential for harm · F April 28, 2025 · found via complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected May 28, 2025 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D November 9, 2023
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 December 6, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F November 9, 2023 · found via complaint
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected December 7, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D January 27, 2022
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected February 27, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 106070 · certified since June 29, 2006. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.