Tarpon Bayou Center
515 Chesapeake Dr · Tarpon Springs, FL · 34689 · 7279344629
114 certified beds Non profit - Corporation Chain: Hearthstone Senior Communities
Why this verdict
- Inspection record is far worse than the national median (deficiency count and severity).
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
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Red flags
No standard inspection in over 2 years
The inspection record here is older than usual — conditions may have changed since.
Score breakdown
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CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 1 of 5 Inspections: 1 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 3 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.10 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.51 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 2.96 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 24% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $10,170 |
Inspection citations (24 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D April 11, 2024
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected May 10, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 11, 2024
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected June 28, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E April 11, 2024
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 May 10, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D April 11, 2024
Assess the resident when there is a significant change in condition
Corrected May 10, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 11, 2024
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected May 10, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E April 11, 2024
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected May 10, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D April 11, 2024
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected June 28, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E April 11, 2024
Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.
Corrected June 28, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · E April 11, 2024
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected May 10, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 11, 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 June 28, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D April 11, 2024
Implement gradual dose reductions(GDR) and non-pharmacological interventions, unless contraindicated, prior to initiating or instead of continuing psychotropic medication; and PRN orders for psychotropic medications are only used when the medication is necessary and PRN use is limited.
Corrected June 28, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D April 11, 2024
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected June 28, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D April 11, 2024
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected June 28, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · F April 11, 2024
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Corrected June 28, 2024 · Administration
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Potential for harm · F April 11, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected June 28, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · D April 11, 2024
Implement a program that monitors antibiotic use.
Corrected May 10, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · F April 11, 2024
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Corrected May 10, 2024 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D July 13, 2023 · found via complaint
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected August 1, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 13, 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 August 1, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D July 13, 2023 · found via complaint
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Corrected August 1, 2023 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D February 4, 2022
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected February 23, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 6, 2020
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected December 4, 2020 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D November 6, 2020
Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.
Corrected January 21, 2021 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 6, 2020
Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.
Corrected January 21, 2021 · Administration
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| April 11, 2024 | Fine | $10,170 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 105280 · certified since April 12, 1974. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.