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HomeFloridaBlue Palms Health and Rehabilitation Center at Fle

Blue Palms Health and Rehabilitation Center at Fle

4100 E Fletcher Ave, Tampa, FL 336138136322455WebsiteGoogle Maps
3.2on Google(88 reviews)
3/5Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System

CMS data snapshot: July 2026

Health
2/5
Staffing
2/5
Quality
5/5
Beds
163
certified
Last health inspection was more than 2 years ago.
2 fine(s) totaling $16,801

Key Findings

• CMS rates this facility 3/5 stars (average)

• Google users rate it 3.2/5 based on 88 reviews

• Has 163 certified beds with an average of 125.1 residents per day (77% occupancy)

• Last health inspection found 13 deficiencies (inspected Apr 10, 2024)

• Has been fined a total of $16,801 across 2 fine(s)

• Total nursing staff: 3.49 hours per resident per day

• Staff turnover rate: 51.9% (high)

• Part of the Concordia Lutheran Ministries chain (9 facilities)

Cost & Demographics

Semi-Private Room
$9,658/mo
Florida median
Private Room
$10,646/mo
Florida median
Hillsborough County 65+
214,615
14.6% of county
County Population
1,468,560
Hillsborough County

Cost data: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey (2024). Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2022).

Blue Palms Health and Rehabilitation Center at Fle is a 3-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Tampa, Florida with 163 certified beds. It has been operating since 1979. The facility scored at average compared to Florida facilities.

Beds
163
Avg Residents/Day
125.1
Ownership
Non profit - Church related
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
May 17, 1979
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Hillsborough
Last Inspection
Apr 10, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
13
Weighted Score
67.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (37)

F0585Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Mar 18, 2026Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Actual Harm

Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.

Survey: Apr 10, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0725Potential for Harm

Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

Survey: Apr 10, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Apr 10, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0580Potential for Harm

Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.

Survey: Apr 10, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0584Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Apr 10, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0609Potential for Harm

Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.

Survey: Apr 10, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0656Potential for Harm

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Survey: Apr 10, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0677Potential for Harm

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Survey: Apr 10, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0684Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.

Survey: Apr 10, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0695Potential for Harm

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

Survey: Apr 10, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0761Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Apr 10, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0847Potential for Harm

Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.

Survey: Apr 10, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0656Potential for Harm

Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.

Survey: Nov 5, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0921Potential for Harm

Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.

Survey: Nov 5, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0585Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Nov 5, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0677Potential for Harm

Provide care and assistance to perform activities of daily living for any resident who is unable.

Survey: Nov 5, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0757Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.

Survey: Nov 5, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0759Potential for Harm

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Survey: Nov 5, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0607Potential for Harm

Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.

Survey: Jun 19, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0925Potential for Harm

Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.

Survey: Apr 10, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0812Potential for Harm

Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.

Survey: Feb 20, 2020Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0550Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.

Survey: Feb 20, 2020Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0725Potential for Harm

Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.

Survey: Feb 20, 2020Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0758Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Feb 20, 2020Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0761Potential for Harm

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.

Survey: Feb 20, 2020Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Feb 20, 2020Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0554Potential for Harm

Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.

Survey: Feb 20, 2020Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0578Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.

Survey: Feb 20, 2020Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0655Potential for Harm

Create and put into place a plan for meeting the resident's most immediate needs within 48 hours of being admitted

Survey: Feb 20, 2020Corrected: NoCycle: 3

+ 7 more deficiencies

Total Fines
$16,801
Number of Fines
2
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
2

Penalty History

FineApr 10, 2024
$4,017
FineApr 10, 2024
$12,784

Staffing hours per resident per day. The black line shows the national average.

Nurse Aide2.09 hrs
National avg: 2.32 hrs
LPN0.92 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.49 hrs
National avg: 0.69 hrs
Total Nursing3.49 hrs
National avg: 3.86 hrs
Weekend Total3.22 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.03 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
51.9%
RN Turnover
75.0%
Administrators Left
0

Quality measures as percentages of residents. Lower is better for all measures.

Ownership Type
Non profit - Church related
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (1)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
Ownership Data Not AvailableN/AN/A

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Blue Palms Health and Rehabilitation Center at Fle?▾
Blue Palms Health and Rehabilitation Center at Fle has an overall CMS rating of 3 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 2/5, staffing rating of 2/5, and quality measures rating of 5/5. This facility is rated average.
How much does Blue Palms Health and Rehabilitation Center at Fle cost per month?▾
While individual facility pricing is not publicly available, the median nursing home cost in Florida is $9,658/month for a semi-private room and $10,646/month for a private room (Genworth/CareScout 2024). Blue Palms Health and Rehabilitation Center at Fle participates in Medicare and Medicaid, which may cover some or all costs depending on eligibility.
Has Blue Palms Health and Rehabilitation Center at Fle had any health inspection violations?▾
Blue Palms Health and Rehabilitation Center at Fle had 13 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Apr 10, 2024). The current CMS dataset records 2 fine(s) totaling $16,801.
What are the staffing levels at Blue Palms Health and Rehabilitation Center at Fle?▾
Blue Palms Health and Rehabilitation Center at Fle provides 3.49 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.49 RN hours, 0.92 LPN hours, and 2.09 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 51.9%.
How many beds does Blue Palms Health and Rehabilitation Center at Fle have?▾
Blue Palms Health and Rehabilitation Center at Fle has 163 certified beds with an average of 125.1 residents per day, resulting in approximately 77% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Church related owned and is part of the Concordia Lutheran Ministries chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Blue Palms Health and Rehabilitation Center at Fle?▾
Yes. This page lists 6 nearby nursing homes in Florida, including 5 in Tampa. Compare their CMS ratings, staffing, inspections and fines before choosing a facility.
What do patients and families say about Blue Palms Health and Rehabilitation Center at Fle?▾
On Google Maps, Blue Palms Health and Rehabilitation Center at Fle has a rating of 3.2 out of 5 based on 88 reviews. This is an independent rating from visitors and families, separate from the official CMS government rating of 3/5.

Part of Concordia Lutheran Ministries

This chain operates 9 facilities. View all →