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HomeFloridaLakeland Hills Center

Lakeland Hills Center

610 E Bella Vista Dr, Lakeland, FL 338058636888591
2/5Below Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System
Health
1/5
Staffing
2/5
Quality
5/5
Beds
120
certified
This facility has been flagged for abuse.
Last health inspection was more than 2 years ago.
1 fine(s) totaling $214,420

Key Findings

• CMS rates this facility 2/5 stars (below average)

• Has 120 certified beds with an average of 111.5 residents per day (93% occupancy)

• Last health inspection found 12 deficiencies (inspected Sep 28, 2023)

• Has been fined a total of $214,420 across 1 fine(s)

• Total nursing staff: 3.28 hours per resident per day

• Staff turnover rate: 51.5% (high)

• Part of the Hearthstone Senior Communities chain (8 facilities)

Lakeland Hills Center is a 2-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Lakeland, Florida with 120 certified beds. It has been operating since 1974. The facility scored below average compared to Florida facilities.

Beds
120
Avg Residents/Day
111.5
Ownership
Non profit - Corporation
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Dec 1, 1974
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
Resident
County
Polk
Last Inspection
Sep 28, 2023
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
12
Weighted Score
315.5
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (23)

F0600Immediate Jeopardy

Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.

Survey: Apr 11, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0726Immediate Jeopardy

Ensure that nurses and nurse aides have the appropriate competencies to care for every resident in a way that maximizes each resident's well being.

Survey: Apr 11, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0760Immediate Jeopardy

Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.

Survey: Apr 11, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0867Potential for Harm

Set up an ongoing quality assessment and assurance group to review quality deficiencies and develop corrective plans of action.

Survey: Apr 11, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0565Potential for Harm

Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.

Survey: Sep 28, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0644Potential for Harm

Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.

Survey: Sep 28, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0645Potential for Harm

PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities

Survey: Sep 28, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0692Potential for Harm

Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.

Survey: Sep 28, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0756Potential for Harm

Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.

Survey: Sep 28, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0759Potential for Harm

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Survey: Sep 28, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0865Potential for Harm

Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities.

Survey: Sep 28, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Sep 28, 2023Corrected: 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: Jan 14, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
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: Jan 14, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0908Potential for Harm

Keep all essential equipment working safely.

Survey: Jan 14, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0812Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Aug 12, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0759Potential for Harm

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Survey: Aug 19, 2021Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0684Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Sep 28, 2023Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0677Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jul 18, 2023Corrected: 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: Nov 22, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0583Potential for Harm

Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential.

Survey: Nov 22, 2019Corrected: 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: Nov 22, 2019Corrected: 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: Nov 22, 2019Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$214,420
Number of Fines
1
Payment Denials
1
Total Penalties
2

Penalty History

FineApr 11, 2025
$214,420
Payment DenialApr 11, 2025
17 days denied

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

Nurse Aide2.11 hrs
National avg: 2.35 hrs
LPN0.68 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.49 hrs
National avg: 0.68 hrs
Total Nursing3.28 hrs
National avg: 3.89 hrs
Weekend Total3.08 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.06 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
51.5%
RN Turnover
78.6%
Administrators Left
1

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

Ownership Type
Non profit - Corporation
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (12)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
LAKELAND HILLS REHABILITATION CENTER, LLC5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Apr 1, 2009
HEARTHSTONE SENIOR COMMUNITIES, INC.5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization100%Apr 1, 2009
CONSULTING SUPPORT SERVICES, LLCOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AJun 28, 2011
FACILITY SUPPORT COMPANY, LLCOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/ADec 13, 2010
KANE FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLCOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/AJun 6, 2012
THEMIS HEALTH MANAGEMENT, LLCOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLOrganizationN/ASep 1, 2009
BOWDEN, DESTINYOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AMar 14, 2022
KUHLMEYER, RICHARDOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AApr 7, 2022
GARNER, ALVINCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AApr 1, 2009
JAFFE, HOWARDCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AApr 1, 2009
ROMBOLD, LORICORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AApr 1, 2009
WYATT, BRIANCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AApr 1, 2009

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Lakeland Hills Center?▾
Lakeland Hills Center has an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 1/5, staffing rating of 2/5, and quality measures rating of 5/5. This facility is rated below average.
Has Lakeland Hills Center had any health inspection violations?▾
Lakeland Hills Center had 12 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Sep 28, 2023). The facility has been fined a total of $214,420 across 1 fine(s).
What are the staffing levels at Lakeland Hills Center?▾
Lakeland Hills Center provides 3.28 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.49 RN hours, 0.68 LPN hours, and 2.11 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 51.5%.
How many beds does Lakeland Hills Center have?▾
Lakeland Hills Center has 120 certified beds with an average of 111.5 residents per day, resulting in approximately 93% occupancy. The facility is Non profit - Corporation owned and is part of the Hearthstone Senior Communities chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Lakeland Hills Center?▾
Yes, there are 11 other nursing homes in Lakeland, Florida with an average rating of 2.2/5. You can compare all facilities on the Lakeland nursing homes page.

Part of Hearthstone Senior Communities

This chain operates 8 facilities. View all →