Life Care Center of Altamonte Springs
989 Orienta Ave · Altamonte Springs, FL · 32701 · 4078313446
228 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Life Care Centers of America
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
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Red flags
6 immediate-jeopardy citations in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
1 abuse-related citation at the actual-harm level
Inspectors cited failures in the abuse-prevention rules (F600–F610) that resulted in actual harm to a resident.
Medicare/Medicaid payments were denied
CMS refused payment for new admissions for a period — one of its strongest enforcement tools.
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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: 2 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.85 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.57 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.46 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 33% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $83,493 |
Inspection citations (27 in the current record)
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Actual harm · G August 21, 2025
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected September 21, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 21, 2025
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected September 21, 2025 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D August 21, 2025
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected September 21, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D August 21, 2025
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Corrected September 21, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · E July 16, 2025 · found via complaint
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.
Corrected August 16, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D July 16, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected August 16, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E July 17, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected August 17, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E July 17, 2024 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected August 17, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Immediate jeopardy · K August 18, 2023 · found via complaint
Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Corrected September 21, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Immediate jeopardy · J August 18, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected September 21, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Immediate jeopardy · K August 18, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected September 21, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Immediate jeopardy · J August 18, 2023 · found via complaint
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.
Corrected September 21, 2023 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Immediate jeopardy · K August 18, 2023 · found via complaint
Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.
Corrected September 21, 2023 · Administration
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Immediate jeopardy · J August 18, 2023 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected September 21, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Actual harm · G August 18, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected September 21, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E August 18, 2023 · found via complaint
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected October 23, 2023 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D August 18, 2023 · found via complaint
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected October 23, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D December 2, 2021
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected January 3, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 2, 2021
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Corrected January 3, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E December 2, 2021
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 January 3, 2022 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D December 2, 2021
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected January 3, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 2, 2021
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected January 3, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 2, 2021
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Corrected January 3, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 2, 2021
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected January 3, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D December 2, 2021
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected January 3, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| August 18, 2023 | Fine | $83,493 |
| August 18, 2023 | Payment Denial | 32 days |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 105365 · certified since June 12, 1980. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.