Palm Beach Nursing Center
4405 Lakewood Road · Lake Worth, FL · 33461 · 5619691400
120 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Excelsior Care Group
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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: 3 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.54 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.70 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.43 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 32% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 6 · $44,771 |
Inspection citations (34 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D January 8, 2026
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected February 8, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E January 8, 2026
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 February 8, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 8, 2026
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected February 8, 2026 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D January 8, 2026
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected February 8, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 8, 2026
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected February 8, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D January 8, 2026
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 February 8, 2026 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D January 8, 2026
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 February 8, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D January 8, 2026
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected February 8, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E January 8, 2026
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected February 8, 2026 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D October 28, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected December 10, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E June 28, 2024
Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.
Corrected July 28, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 28, 2024
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 July 28, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 28, 2024
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected July 28, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 28, 2024
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected July 28, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 28, 2024
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
Corrected July 28, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 28, 2024
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 July 28, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D June 28, 2024
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
Corrected July 28, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E June 28, 2024
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected July 28, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D June 28, 2024
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected July 28, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D June 28, 2024
Provide timely, quality laboratory services/tests to meet the needs of residents.
Corrected July 28, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · D June 28, 2024
Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.
Corrected July 28, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D June 28, 2024
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Corrected July 28, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D June 28, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected July 28, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D June 28, 2024 · found via complaint
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 July 28, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 28, 2024 · found via complaint
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected July 28, 2024 · 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 |
|---|---|---|
| October 23, 2023 | Fine | $4,587 |
| October 2, 2023 | Fine | $13,762 |
| August 21, 2023 | Fine | $4,545 |
| August 14, 2023 | Fine | $4,587 |
| August 7, 2023 | Fine | $4,587 |
| July 17, 2023 | Fine | $12,703 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 105466 · certified since July 27, 1984. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.