CMS Special Focus status: SFF Candidate
For-profit

Lake Mariam Health and Rehabilitation Center

1801 N Lake Mariam Dr, Winter Haven, FL 33884

(863) 293-1989 · Robert Schoenfeld

2CMS overall rating · out of 5

At a glance

CMS data snapshot: 2026-08-01 · Sources and limitations
2 of 5Overall
1 of 5Health inspections
3 of 5Staffing
5 of 5Resident quality
OwnershipFor profit - Limited Liability companyCertified beds120
Estimated occupancy82.9%Latest inspection2024-01-25

County and Florida comparison

Navy: facility · Teal: county · Gray: Florida
Overall rating
Facility: 2 of 5
worse
Health-inspection score
Facility: 701.8 points
worse
Total nurse staffing
Facility: 4.18 hours/day
better
RN staffing
Facility: 0.39 hours/day
worse
Staff turnover
Facility: 46.7%
worse
Latest health deficiencies
Facility: 40 deficiencies
worse
View data table
MetricFacilityCountyFlorida
Overall rating2 of 52 of 53 of 5
Health-inspection score701.8 points74.0 points38.5 points
Total nurse staffing4.18 hours/day3.52 hours/day3.63 hours/day
RN staffing0.39 hours/day0.52 hours/day0.62 hours/day
Staff turnover46.7%45.5%41.8%
Latest health deficiencies40 deficiencies10 deficiencies6 deficiencies

Comparisons describe CMS data; they are not recommendations.

Inspection history

2024-01-25
40 deficiencies
Highest severity: K

Immediate-jeopardy citations: 1

Tag 0689 · Severity K

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

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-06-06

Tag 0584 · Severity E

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.

Resident Rights Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-06-06

Tag 0656 · Severity E

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

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-06-06

Tag 0657 · Severity E

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

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-02-25

Tag 0757 · Severity E

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

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-04-25

Tag 0814 · Severity E

Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-02-25

Tag 0842 · Severity E

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

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-06-06

Tag 0867 · Severity E

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

Administration Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-06-06

Tag 0880 · Severity E

Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.

Infection Control Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-02-25

Tag 0883 · Severity E

Develop and implement policies and procedures for flu and pneumonia vaccinations.

Infection Control Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-02-25

Tag 0925 · Severity E

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

Environmental Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-02-25

Tag 0550 · Severity D

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

Resident Rights Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-02-25

Tag 0558 · Severity D

Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.

Resident Rights Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-02-25

Tag 0559 · Severity D

Honor the resident's right to share a room with spouse or roommate of choice and receive written notice before a change is made.

Resident Rights Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-02-25

Tag 0655 · Severity D

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

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-02-25

Tag 0677 · Severity D

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

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-02-25

Tag 0687 · Severity D

Provide appropriate foot care.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-02-25

Tag 0688 · Severity D

Provide appropriate care for a resident to maintain and/or improve range of motion (ROM), limited ROM and/or mobility, unless a decline is for a medical reason.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-02-25

Tag 0692 · Severity D

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

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-02-25

Tag 0693 · Severity D

Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-02-25

Tag 0695 · Severity D

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

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-02-25

Tag 0700 · Severity D

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.

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-04-25

Tag 0732 · Severity D

Post nurse staffing information every day.

Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-02-25

Tag 0755 · Severity D

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-04-25

Tag 0804 · Severity D

Ensure food and drink is palatable, attractive, and at a safe and appetizing temperature.

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-02-25

Tag 0807 · Severity D

Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides drinks consistent with resident needs and preferences and sufficient to maintain resident hydration.

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-02-25

Tag 0808 · Severity D

Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-02-25

Tag 0812 · Severity D

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

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-02-25

Tag 0835 · Severity D

Administer the facility in a manner that enables it to use its resources effectively and efficiently.

Administration Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-02-25

Tag 0837 · Severity D

Establish a governing body that is legally responsible for establishing and implementing policies for managing and operating the facility and appoints a properly licensed administrator responsible for managing the facility.

Administration Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-02-25

Tag 0849 · Severity D

Arrange for the provision of hospice services or assist the resident in transferring to a facility that will arrange for the provision of hospice services.

Administration Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-02-25

Tag 0909 · Severity D

Regularly inspect all bed frames, mattresses, and bed rails (if any) for safety; and all bed rails and mattresses must attach safely to the bed frame.

Environmental Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-02-25

Tag 0918 · Severity D

Provide a bathroom in or located near each resident’s room.

Environmental Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-02-25

Tag 0920 · Severity D

Provide at least one room set aside to use as a resident dining room and for activities, that is a good size, with good lighting, air flow and furniture.

Environmental Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-02-25

Tag 0924 · Severity D

Put firmly secured handrails on each side of hallways.

Environmental Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-02-25

Tag 0926 · Severity D

Have policies on smoking.

Environmental Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2024-02-25
2021-10-08
10 deficiencies
Highest severity: E

Immediate-jeopardy citations: 0

Tag 0921 · Severity E

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

Environmental Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2021-11-08

Tag 0557 · Severity D

Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions.

Resident Rights Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2021-11-08

Tag 0656 · Severity D

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

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2021-11-08

Tag 0689 · Severity D

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

Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2021-11-08

Tag 0759 · Severity D

Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2021-12-30

Tag 0867 · Severity D

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

Administration Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2021-12-30

Tag 0925 · Severity D

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

Environmental Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2021-11-08
2019-11-15
15 deficiencies
Highest severity: E

Immediate-jeopardy citations: 0

Tag 0565 · Severity E

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

Resident Rights Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2019-12-15

Tag 0584 · Severity E

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.

Resident Rights Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2019-12-15

Tag 0758 · Severity E

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.

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2019-12-15

Tag 0919 · Severity E

Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.

Environmental Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2019-12-15

Tag 0585 · Severity D

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.

Resident Rights Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2019-12-15

Tag 0641 · Severity D

Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2019-12-15

Tag 0656 · Severity D

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

Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2019-12-15

Tag 0756 · Severity D

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

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2019-12-15

Tag 0761 · Severity D

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.

Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2019-12-15

Tag 0812 · Severity D

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

Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2019-12-15

Staffing composition

2.71 hours/dayNurse aide
1.08 hours/dayLPN
0.39 hours/dayRN
Total staffing
4.18 hours/day
County median
3.52 hours/day
Florida median
3.63 hours/day
Weekend total
3.69 hours/day
Staff turnover
46.7%
RN turnover
58.8%

Reported averages, not a real-time staffing schedule.

Resident outcomes

Lower is generally better

Hospitalizations

2.3 per 1,000 daysworseFlorida: 2.1 per 1,000 days · County: 2.3 per 1,000 days
20250101-20251231

Emergency-department visits

0.6 per 1,000 daysbetterFlorida: 1.0 per 1,000 days · County: 0.9 per 1,000 days
20250101-20251231

Falls with major injury

2.6%worseFlorida: 2.2% · County: 2.3%
2025Q2-2026Q1

Pressure ulcers

2.1%betterFlorida: 4.2% · County: 4.6%
2025Q2-2026Q1

Urinary tract infections

0.6%unavailableFlorida: 0.0% · County: 0.0%
2025Q2-2026Q1

Antipsychotic medication use

7.4%worseFlorida: 7.0% · County: 5.9%
2025Q2-2026Q1

These group measures do not predict an individual resident’s experience.

Questions to ask

Use these prompts during a tour or phone call
  1. What improvements is the facility making in response to its Special Focus status?

    Suggested because of: special focus
  2. How many RNs are typically on site during days, nights, and weekends?

    Suggested because of: rn staffing
  3. What is driving staff turnover, and what is being done to retain nurses and aides?

    Suggested because of: staff turnover
  4. What fall-prevention program is used, and how are families notified after a fall?

    Suggested because of: falls major injury
  5. How are antipsychotic medications reviewed, reduced when appropriate, and discussed with families?

    Suggested because of: antipsychotic use

Facility Details

County
Polk County
Certified beds
120
Average daily residents
99.5
Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Provider type
Medicare and Medicaid
In hospital
No
Date certified
1983-02-07
CCN
105428

Staffing Data

Reported measureValue
Nurse aide hours2.71042
Lpn hours1.07626
Rn hours0.39105
Reported total hours4.17773
Weekend total hours3.6916
Weekend rn hours0.31
Adjusted total hours5.03102
Total turnover percent46.7
Rn turnover percent58.8
Administrators left1

Hours are per resident per day; turnover values are percentages. Missing values are not zero.

Penalties & Enforcement

$321,520.00Total fines
3Number of fines
0Payment denials
DateTypeAmount
2024-10-17Fine$12,529.00
2024-01-25Fine$12,542.00
2024-01-25Fine$296,449.00

Totals reflect the supplied CMS records, not a lifetime total.

Citations

40Health citations
18Fire safety citations

Health counts describe the latest rating cycle. Fire counts cover supplied fire-safety records.

Serious Deficiencies

FL counts scope/severity G–L as serious deficiencies. Immediate jeopardy is J–L; these are not interchangeable.

7

2026-03-12 · J

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

2026-03-12 · J

Provide or obtain laboratory tests/services when ordered and promptly tell the ordering practitioner of the results.

2024-10-17 · G

Prepare residents for a safe transfer or discharge from the nursing home.

2024-05-17 · K

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

2024-01-25 · K

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

2023-08-18 · J

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

2023-08-18 · J

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

Ownership & Operators

NameRoleShare
LAKE MARIAM FL HOLDCO LLC5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST100%
SCHOENFELD, ROBERTCORPORATE OFFICERNOT APPLICABLE
FL HC OPCO LLCOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLNOT APPLICABLE
SCHOENFELD, ROBERTOPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROLNOT APPLICABLE
FL HC OPCO LLCADP OF THE SNFNOT APPLICABLE
DEAN, BYRONADP OF THE SNFNOT APPLICABLE
SCHOENFELD, ROBERTADP OF THE SNFNOT APPLICABLE
TAPLIN, CYNTHIAADP OF THE SNFNOT APPLICABLE

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