Life Care Center of Estero

• Star rating

  The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 3 of 5 to 4 of 5.

CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

• Citation F0812. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

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

  CMS lists it as corrected on February 28, 2026.

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CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

• Citation K0345. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

  The rule CMS cited: Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems.

  CMS lists it as corrected on March 9, 2026.

• Citation K0908. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

  The rule CMS cited: Ensure gas and vacuum systems are inspected and tested as part of a maintenance program.

  CMS lists it as corrected on March 9, 2026.

• Citation K0918. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

  The rule CMS cited: Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds.

  CMS lists it as corrected on March 9, 2026.

• Citation K0920. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

  The rule CMS cited: Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords.

  CMS lists it as corrected on March 9, 2026.

• Citation K0324. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

  CMS lists it as corrected on March 9, 2026.

  CMS has cited this home for K0324 2 times since 2021.

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• Fine

  CMS changed the fine from July 9, 2024 from $8,034 to $4,017.

• Fine

  CMS changed the fine from July 9, 2024 from $12,360 to $8,034.

• Star rating

  The CMS health inspection star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 3 of 5.

CMS lists this as a complaint inspection.

• Citation F0925. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

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

  CMS lists it as corrected on August 9, 2024.

• Citation F0622. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged.

  CMS lists it as corrected on August 9, 2024.

• Citation F0626. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Permit a resident to return to the nursing home after hospitalization or therapeutic leave that exceeds bed-hold policy.

  CMS lists it as corrected on August 9, 2024.

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CMS fine of $4,017 on July 9, 2024.

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CMS fine of $4,017 on July 9, 2024.

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• Star rating

  The CMS staffing star rating changed from 4 of 5 to 5 of 5.

CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

• Citation F0690. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

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

  CMS lists it as corrected on November 19, 2023.

• Citation F0803. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

  The rule CMS cited: Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.

  CMS lists it as corrected on November 19, 2023.

• Citation F0806. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

  The rule CMS cited: Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.

  CMS lists it as corrected on November 19, 2023.

• Citation F0657. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.

  CMS lists it as corrected on November 19, 2023.

• Citation F0700. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Try different approaches before using a bed rail. If a bed rail is needed, the facility must (1) assess a resident for safety risk; (2) review these risks and benefits with the resident/representative; (3) get informed consent; and (4) Correctly install and maintain the bed rail.

  CMS lists it as corrected on November 19, 2023.

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CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

• Citation K0902. Severity F: potential for more than minimal harm, widespread.

  The rule CMS cited: Meet requirements for the installation and maintenance of medical gas and medical vacuum systems.

  CMS lists it as corrected on November 19, 2023.

• Citation K0325. Severity E: potential for more than minimal harm, pattern.

  The rule CMS cited: Have properly installed hallway dispensers for alcohol-based hand rub.

  CMS lists it as corrected on November 19, 2023.

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CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

• Citation F0761. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: 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.

  CMS lists it as corrected on January 9, 2022.

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CMS lists this as a standard inspection.

• Citation K0324. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Provide properly protected cooking facilities.

  CMS lists it as corrected on January 9, 2022.

• Citation K0929. Severity D: potential for more than minimal harm, isolated.

  The rule CMS cited: Ensure precautions for handling oxygen cylinders and equipment are correctly followed.

  CMS lists it as corrected on January 9, 2022.

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