Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit
13960 Plantation Road · Fort Myers, FL · 33912 · 2393431705
75 certified beds Government - Hospital district Hospital-based
- Cleaner inspection record than most facilities nationally.
- Staffing hours comfortably above national benchmarks.
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
No standard inspection in over 2 years
The inspection record here is older than usual — conditions may have changed since.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 5 of 5 Inspections: 5 of 5 Staffing: 5 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 5.72 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 3.03 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 5.14 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 15% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $14,521 |
Inspection citations (6 in the current record)
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Immediate jeopardy · J October 26, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected October 3, 2023 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D October 28, 2021
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected November 28, 2021 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D October 28, 2021
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected November 28, 2021 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 28, 2021
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected November 28, 2021 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 16, 2020
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Corrected March 16, 2020 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 16, 2020
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Corrected March 16, 2020 · Pharmacy Service
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
|---|---|---|
| October 26, 2023 | Fine | $14,521 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 106122 · certified since February 7, 2019. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.