Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Palm Harbor, Florida
2 of 4 nursing homes in Palm Harbor (50%) meet our strict criteria. The Florida statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 1 caution · 1 avoid · data
City Average
3.3
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
500
across 4 facilities
High Risk Facilities
1
1 Grade F
$433,464 in combined fines
Zero Fines
3
/4
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
49 min
RN time per resident daily
Meets CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in Palm Harbor, Florida, is adequate, with 50% of the 4 facilities recommended. Families should be aware that while ST MARK VILLAGE stands out with a B+ rating and 5 stars, there is one facility to avoid due to significant fines totaling $433,464.
Strong (Grade B+, Trust Score 80-89)
- 1 ST MARK VILLAGE (85) — St. Mark Village shines with a 5-star CMS rating and an impressive Trust Score of 85/100. This non-profit facility is dedicated to community-focused care, boasting a Grade B+ and no fines, making it an excellent choice for families seeking compassionate support in a comfortable environment.
- 2 OAKPARK HEALTH AND REHABILITATION CENTER (80) — Oakpark Health and Rehabilitation Center offers a commendable 4-star CMS rating and a solid Trust Score of 80/100. As a non-profit facility, it emphasizes community involvement and patient-centric care, alongside a Grade B+ and no fines, ensuring a reliable choice for rehabilitation and long-term care.
The other 2 Palm Harbor facilities didn't qualify — 1 carries Grade D or F ratings and 1 has fines totaling $433K.
Recommended
St. Mark Village shines with a 5-star CMS rating and an impressive Trust Score of 85/100. This non-profit facility is dedicated to community-focused care, boasting a Grade B+ and no fines, making it an excellent choice for families seeking compassionate support in a comfortable environment.
Oakpark Health and Rehabilitation Center offers a commendable 4-star CMS rating and a solid Trust Score of 80/100. As a non-profit facility, it emphasizes community involvement and patient-centric care, alongside a Grade B+ and no fines, ensuring a reliable choice for rehabilitation and long-term care.
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 | Palm Harbor Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.97 | 0.82 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.3 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 4 | 16.5 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 2?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 1 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 1 Have fines totaling $433,464
- Low-scoring facilities
- 1 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 1 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Palm Harbor Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Palm Harbor's city average is 3.3 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
1 of 4 Palm Harbor facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Palm Harbor avg is 49 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Palm Harbor facilities average 16.5 deficiencies per inspection
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Palm Harbor at a Glance
Good News
- 2 facilities meet our strict criteria — 50% of the market
- 3 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 1 facility carries Grade F — a significant share
- $433K in total fines across 1 facility
- Worst facility has $433K in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 58.3 (dragged down by 1 F-grade)
- 50% for-profit, 50% non-profit, 0% government
- 16.5 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Palm Harbor, FL are recommended?
2 of 4 nursing homes in Palm Harbor (50%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Palm Harbor "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 Palm Harbor?
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.