Aviata at Tallahassee
3101 Ginger Dr · Tallahassee, FL · 32308 · 8508772177
180 certified beds For profit - Limited Liability company Chain: Aviata Health Group
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
The composite number cleared 72 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
Red flags
Medicare/Medicaid payments were denied
CMS refused payment for new admissions for a period — one of its strongest enforcement tools.
64% of nursing staff left within a year
High turnover disrupts continuity of care; the national median is 45%.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 3 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 3 of 5 Quality measures: 5 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.35 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
|---|---|---|
| RN hours / resident-day | 0.42 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.13 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 64% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (29 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D September 19, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected November 22, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 19, 2025
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.
Corrected November 22, 2025 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 19, 2025
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected November 22, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 19, 2025
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.
Corrected November 22, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D September 19, 2025
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected November 22, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 19, 2025
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected November 22, 2025 · Infection Control
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Actual harm · G August 13, 2025 · found via complaint
Provide basic life support, including CPR, prior to the arrival of emergency medical personnel , subject to physician orders and the resident’s advance directives.
Corrected October 18, 2025 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 5, 2025 · found via complaint
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.
Corrected April 17, 2025 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D January 14, 2025 · found via complaint
Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.
Corrected February 25, 2025 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E January 14, 2025 · found via complaint
Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.
Corrected February 4, 2025 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · E June 20, 2024
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected July 31, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E June 20, 2024
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.
Corrected July 31, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D June 20, 2024
PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities
Corrected July 31, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 20, 2024
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected July 31, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D June 20, 2024
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected July 31, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E June 20, 2024
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.
Corrected July 31, 2024 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E June 20, 2024
Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.
Corrected July 31, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · F June 20, 2024
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected July 31, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E June 20, 2024
Dispose of garbage and refuse properly.
Corrected July 31, 2024 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · E June 20, 2024
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Corrected July 31, 2024 · Environmental
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No harm found · B June 20, 2024
Post nurse staffing information every day.
Corrected July 31, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D January 16, 2024 · found via complaint
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected February 27, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 24, 2023
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.
Corrected April 23, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 24, 2023
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
Corrected April 23, 2023 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 24, 2023
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.
Corrected April 23, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| October 2, 2025 | Payment Denial | 71 days |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 105433 · certified since July 6, 1983. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.