Tag 0880 · Severity E
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Infection Control Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-07-26For-profit
Vivo Healthcare Lakeland
1919 Lakeland Hills Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33805
(863) 688-5612 · Vivo Healthcare
At a glance
CMS data snapshot: 2026-08-01 · Sources and limitations
| Ownership | For profit - Limited Liability company | Certified beds | 185 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Estimated occupancy | 92.7% | Latest inspection | 2025-06-26 |
County and Florida comparison
Navy: facility · Teal: county · Gray: Florida
Overall rating
Facility: 1 of 5
Health-inspection score
Facility: 111.0 points
Total nurse staffing
Facility: 3.44 hours/day
RN staffing
Facility: 0.44 hours/day
Staff turnover
Facility: 41.5%
Latest health deficiencies
Facility: 12 deficiencies
View data table
| Metric | Facility | County | Florida |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 1 of 5 | 2 of 5 | 3 of 5 |
| Health-inspection score | 111.0 points | 74.0 points | 38.5 points |
| Total nurse staffing | 3.44 hours/day | 3.52 hours/day | 3.63 hours/day |
| RN staffing | 0.44 hours/day | 0.52 hours/day | 0.62 hours/day |
| Staff turnover | 41.5% | 45.5% | 41.8% |
| Latest health deficiencies | 12 deficiencies | 10 deficiencies | 6 deficiencies |
Comparisons describe CMS data; they are not recommendations.
Inspection history
2025-06-26
12 deficiencies
Highest severity: E
Immediate-jeopardy citations: 0
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 2025-07-26Tag 0584 · Severity D
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 2025-07-26Tag 0609 · Severity D
Timely report suspected abuse, neglect, or theft and report the results of the investigation to proper authorities.
Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-07-26Tag 0645 · Severity D
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-07-26Tag 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 2025-07-26Tag 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 2025-07-26Tag 0684 · Severity D
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-07-26Tag 0757 · Severity D
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-07-26Tag 0759 · Severity D
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2025-07-26Tag 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 2025-07-262023-03-02
14 deficiencies
Highest severity: F
Immediate-jeopardy citations: 0
Tag 0644 · Severity F
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2023-04-02Tag 0809 · Severity E
Ensure meals and snacks are served at times in accordance with resident’s needs, preferences, and requests. Suitable and nourishing alternative meals and snacks must be provided for residents who want to eat at non-traditional times or outside of scheduled meal times.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2023-04-02Tag 0641 · Severity D
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2023-04-02Tag 0657 · Severity D
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 2023-04-02Tag 0757 · Severity D
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2023-04-02Tag 0759 · Severity D
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Pharmacy Service Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2023-04-02Tag 0806 · Severity D
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2023-04-022021-06-11
8 deficiencies
Highest severity: D
Immediate-jeopardy citations: 0
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 2021-07-11Tag 0686 · Severity D
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2021-07-11Tag 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 2021-07-11Tag 0690 · Severity D
Provide appropriate care for residents who are continent or incontinent of bowel/bladder, appropriate catheter care, and appropriate care to prevent urinary tract infections.
Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies · Deficient, Provider has date of correction 2021-07-11Tag 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 2021-07-11Tag 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 2021-07-11Staffing composition
2.11 hours/dayNurse aide
0.89 hours/dayLPN
0.44 hours/dayRN
- Total staffing
- 3.44 hours/day
- County median
- 3.52 hours/day
- Florida median
- 3.63 hours/day
- Weekend total
- 3.04 hours/day
- Staff turnover
- 41.5%
- RN turnover
- 61.3%
Reported averages, not a real-time staffing schedule.
Resident outcomes
Lower is generally better
Hospitalizations
4.1 per 1,000 daysworseFlorida: 2.1 per 1,000 days · County: 2.3 per 1,000 days20250101-20251231
Emergency-department visits
1.2 per 1,000 daysworseFlorida: 1.0 per 1,000 days · County: 0.9 per 1,000 days20250101-20251231
Falls with major injury
4.1%worseFlorida: 2.2% · County: 2.3%2025Q2-2026Q1
Pressure ulcers
7.0%worseFlorida: 4.2% · County: 4.6%2025Q2-2026Q1
Urinary tract infections
0.0%unavailableFlorida: 0.0% · County: 0.0%2025Q2-2026Q1
Antipsychotic medication use
5.6%betterFlorida: 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
How many RNs are typically on site during days, nights, and weekends?
Suggested because of: rn staffingWhat fall-prevention program is used, and how are families notified after a fall?
Suggested because of: falls major injuryHow does the care team prevent and treat pressure injuries?
Suggested because of: pressure ulcersWhat operational changes followed the facility's most recent penalty?
Suggested because of: penaltiesHow will the care plan be developed, reviewed, and shared with our family?
Suggested because of: general care planning
Facility Details
- County
- Polk County
- Certified beds
- 185
- Average daily residents
- 171.5
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Provider type
- Medicare and Medicaid
- In hospital
- No
- Date certified
- 1979-05-01
- CCN
- 105354
Staffing Data
| Reported measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Nurse aide hours | 2.11425 |
| Lpn hours | 0.89077 |
| Rn hours | 0.43778 |
| Reported total hours | 3.44281 |
| Weekend total hours | 3.04333 |
| Weekend rn hours | 0.29855 |
| Adjusted total hours | 3.68524 |
| Total turnover percent | 41.5 |
| Rn turnover percent | 61.3 |
| Administrators left | 0 |
Hours are per resident per day; turnover values are percentages. Missing values are not zero.
Penalties & Enforcement
$152,495.00Total fines
12Number of fines
1Payment denials
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2025-02-28 | Fine | $8,672.00 |
| 2025-02-28 | Fine | $8,673.00 |
| 2025-02-28 | Fine | $84,692.00 |
| 2025-02-28 | Payment Denial | Not reported |
| 2023-11-13 | Fine | $4,587.00 |
| 2023-11-06 | Fine | $4,587.00 |
| 2023-10-30 | Fine | $4,587.00 |
| 2023-10-23 | Fine | $4,587.00 |
| 2023-10-10 | Fine | $4,587.00 |
| 2023-10-02 | Fine | $4,587.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | Fine | $13,762.00 |
| 2023-08-28 | Fine | $4,587.00 |
| 2023-08-21 | Fine | $4,587.00 |
Totals reflect the supplied CMS records, not a lifetime total.
Citations
12Health citations
7Fire 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.
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Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody.
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
Ownership & Operators
| Name | Role | Share |
|---|---|---|
| PALM TERRACE J DEK OPERATIONS LLC | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | 100% |
| ALLEGIANT HEALTHCARE OF FLORIDA LLC | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED |
| ASMSY LLC | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED |
| IRVING LANGER 2014 FAMILY TRUST U/T/A | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED |
| SOLOMON VIZCAYA HOLDINGS LLC | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED |
| ZAIDYS LLC | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED |
| FEIN, ARIEL | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED |
| GOLDNER, SAMUEL | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED |
| KARMEL, JACOB | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED |
| BENTZ, BRIAN | W-2 MANAGING EMPLOYEE | NOT APPLICABLE |
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