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HomeFloridaPalm Garden of Ocala

Palm Garden of Ocala

2700 Sw 34th St, Ocala, FL 344743528546262
4/5Above Average
Accepts Medicare Accepts Medicaid Sprinkler System
Health
3/5
Staffing
2/5
Quality
5/5
Beds
180
certified
1 fine(s) totaling $8,512

Key Findings

• CMS rates this facility 4/5 stars (above average)

• Has 180 certified beds with an average of 173.1 residents per day (96% occupancy)

• Last health inspection found 7 deficiencies (inspected Jun 12, 2025)

• Has been fined a total of $8,512 across 1 fine(s)

• Total nursing staff: 3.53 hours per resident per day

• Staff turnover rate: 54.2% (high)

• Part of the Palm Garden Health and Rehabilitation chain (14 facilities)

Palm Garden of Ocala is a 4-star Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in Ocala, Florida with 180 certified beds. It has been operating since 1987. The facility scored above average compared to Florida facilities.

Beds
180
Avg Residents/Day
173.1
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
In Hospital
No
First Approved
Jun 23, 1987
Sprinklers
Yes
Council
None
County
Marion
Last Inspection
Jun 12, 2025
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
7
Weighted Score
39.0
Infection Citations
0

Deficiency Citations (19)

F0757Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Dec 17, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0641Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Jun 12, 2025Corrected: 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: Jun 12, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jun 12, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0695Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jun 12, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0757Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jun 12, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0812Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Jun 12, 2025Corrected: NoCycle: 1
F0689Actual Harm

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

Survey: Dec 19, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0658Potential for Harm

Ensure services provided by the nursing facility meet professional standards of quality.

Survey: Mar 7, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0677Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Mar 7, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0684Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Mar 7, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0690Potential for Harm

Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.

Survey: Mar 7, 2024Corrected: 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: Mar 7, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0880Potential for Harm

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Survey: Mar 7, 2024Corrected: NoCycle: 2
F0636Minimal Harm

Assess the resident completely in a timely manner when first admitted, and then periodically, at least every 12 months.

Survey: Oct 28, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0641Potential for Harm

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Survey: Oct 28, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0695Potential for Harm

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

Survey: Oct 28, 2022Corrected: 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: Oct 28, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
F0842Potential for Harm

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

Survey: Oct 28, 2022Corrected: NoCycle: 3
Total Fines
$8,512
Number of Fines
1
Payment Denials
0
Total Penalties
1

Penalty History

FineDec 19, 2024
$8,512

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

Nurse Aide2.23 hrs
National avg: 2.35 hrs
LPN0.98 hrs
National avg: 0.86 hrs
RN0.32 hrs
National avg: 0.68 hrs
Total Nursing3.53 hrs
National avg: 3.89 hrs
Weekend Total3.20 hrs
National avg: 0.00 hrs
Physical Therapist0.06 hrs
National avg: 0.07 hrs
Total Turnover
54.2%
RN Turnover
40.0%
Administrators Left
0

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

Ownership Type
For profit - Limited Liability company
Recent Change
No

Owners & Managers (13)

NameRoleTypeOwnership %Since
PALM GARDEN HEALTHCARE HOLDINGS, LLC5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganization50%Nov 1, 2013
JAMES O. MCCARVER QTIP BUSINESS MARITAL TRUST U/A DATED JUNE 22, 2001,5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/ADec 23, 2014
JAMES O. MCCARVER RESIDUARY TRUST SHARE U/A DATED 06/22/20015% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/ADec 23, 2014
PATSY E. MCCARVER TRUST U/A DATED JUNE 22, 2001 AS AMENDED, PATSY E5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTOrganizationN/ANov 1, 2013
MCCARVER, PATSY5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTERESTIndividualN/ANov 1, 2013
MARTINEZ IRIZARRY, ALFONSOOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AFeb 19, 2020
WALKER, MICHAELOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLIndividualN/AMar 28, 2022
BOMBERGER, JEFFREYCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AOct 1, 2014
CHALMERS, JAMESCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AJan 1, 2015
GREENE, ROBERTCORPORATE OFFICERIndividualN/AOct 1, 2014
PALM GARDEN OF OCALA LLC5% OR GREATER SECURITY INTERESTOrganizationN/AJul 29, 2024
REGIONS BANK5% OR GREATER SECURITY INTERESTOrganizationN/ANov 1, 2013
REGIONS BANK5% OR GREATER MORTGAGE INTERESTOrganizationN/ANov 1, 2013

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CMS rating for Palm Garden of Ocala?▾
Palm Garden of Ocala has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with a health inspection rating of 3/5, staffing rating of 2/5, and quality measures rating of 5/5. This facility is rated above average.
Has Palm Garden of Ocala had any health inspection violations?▾
Palm Garden of Ocala had 7 deficiency citations in its most recent health inspection (Jun 12, 2025). The facility has been fined a total of $8,512 across 1 fine(s).
What are the staffing levels at Palm Garden of Ocala?▾
Palm Garden of Ocala provides 3.53 total nursing staff hours per resident per day, including 0.32 RN hours, 0.98 LPN hours, and 2.23 nurse aide hours. The total staff turnover rate is 54.2%.
How many beds does Palm Garden of Ocala have?▾
Palm Garden of Ocala has 180 certified beds with an average of 173.1 residents per day, resulting in approximately 96% occupancy. The facility is For profit - Limited Liability company owned and is part of the Palm Garden Health and Rehabilitation chain.
Are there other nursing homes near Palm Garden of Ocala?▾
Yes, there are 9 other nursing homes in Ocala, Florida with an average rating of 3.3/5. You can compare all facilities on the Ocala nursing homes page.

Part of Palm Garden Health and Rehabilitation

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