Worth Considering
1
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Lake City, Florida
1 of 4 nursing homes in Lake City (25%) meet our strict criteria. The Florida statewide average is 29%.
1 recommended · 3 caution · 0 avoid · data
City Average
4.0
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
418
across 4 facilities
High Risk Facilities
0
0 Grade F
$182,030 in combined fines
Zero Fines
2
/4
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
32 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why This One?
The nursing home market in Lake City, Florida, is adequate with four facilities, but only one is recommended, indicating limited high-quality options. Families should consider Lake Montgomery Health and Rehabilitation Center, the top-rated facility with a B+ rating and 5 stars, while being aware that 25% of facilities meet recommended standards.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 LAKE MONTGOMERY HEALTH AND REHABILITATION CENTER (85) — Lake Montgomery Health and Rehabilitation Center boasts an impressive CMS 5★ rating and an outstanding Trust Score of 85/100, showcasing its commitment to quality care. With a Grade B+ and no fines, this for-profit facility offers 95 beds, ensuring personalized attention and excellent rehabilitation services.
The other 3 Lake City facilities didn't qualify — 0 carry Grade D or F ratings and 2 have fines totaling $182K.
Recommended
Lake Montgomery Health and Rehabilitation Center boasts an impressive CMS 5★ rating and an outstanding Trust Score of 85/100, showcasing its commitment to quality care. With a Grade B+ and no fines, this for-profit facility offers 95 beds, ensuring personalized attention and excellent rehabilitation services.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Best Available Alternative
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Lake City Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.46 | 0.53 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 4.0 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 8 | 17.3 | — |
What Disqualified the Other 3?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Facilities with fines
- 2 Have fines totaling $182,030
- Low-scoring facilities
- 3 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 3 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Lake City Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Lake City's city average is 4.0 stars
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"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
2 of 4 Lake City facilities have fines
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"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Lake City avg is 32 min
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"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Lake City facilities average 17.3 deficiencies per inspection
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Lake City at a Glance
Good News
- 1 facility meets our strict criteria — 25% of the market
- 2 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- $182K in total fines across 2 facilities
- Worst facility has $157K in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 63.5
- 75% for-profit, 25% non-profit, 0% government
- 17.3 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Lake City, FL are recommended?
1 of 4 nursing homes in Lake City (25%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Lake City "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Lake City?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.