Lake Worth Rehabilitation Center
1201 12th Avenue South · Lake Worth, FL · 33460 · 5615867404
120 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Sovereign Healthcare Holdings
- Inspection results have improved across recent cycles.
The composite number cleared 71 points, but Recommended is gated: inspection record below the Recommended bar. That rule is part of the published method.
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Red flags
1 immediate-jeopardy citation in prior inspection cycles
Serious past findings — check whether the underlying problems were fixed and stayed fixed.
No standard inspection in over 2 years
The inspection record here is older than usual — conditions may have changed since.
Score breakdown
Quality-measure stars are deliberately excluded — they're largely self-reported by facilities. Full method.
CMS ratings & staffing
Overall: 2 of 5 Inspections: 2 of 5 Staffing: 4 of 5 Quality measures: 4 of 5
| Total nurse hours / resident-day | 3.62 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.62 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.22 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 34% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | 1 · $26,685 |
Inspection citations (26 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D February 9, 2026 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected February 20, 2026 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 12, 2024 · found via complaint
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected September 12, 2024 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D March 1, 2024
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Corrected March 29, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E March 1, 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 March 29, 2024 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D March 1, 2024
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected March 29, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 1, 2024
Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed.
Corrected March 29, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D March 1, 2024
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected March 29, 2024 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · E March 1, 2024
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected March 29, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 1, 2024
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected March 29, 2024 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D March 1, 2024
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected March 29, 2024 · Infection Control
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Potential for harm · E March 1, 2024
Keep all essential equipment working safely.
Corrected March 29, 2024 · Environmental
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No harm found · C March 1, 2024
Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse.
Corrected March 29, 2024 · Administration
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Immediate jeopardy · J June 2, 2023 · found via complaint
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
Corrected June 23, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 27, 2022
Develop and implement policies and procedures to prevent abuse, neglect, and theft.
Corrected December 1, 2022 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · D October 27, 2022
Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.
Corrected December 1, 2022 · Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation
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Potential for harm · E October 27, 2022
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
Corrected December 1, 2022 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D October 27, 2022
Provide activities to meet all resident's needs.
Corrected December 1, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 27, 2022
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected December 1, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 27, 2022
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected December 1, 2022 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D October 27, 2022
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected December 1, 2022 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D October 27, 2022
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 December 1, 2022 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F October 27, 2022
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected December 1, 2022 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D August 26, 2021
Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health.
Corrected September 25, 2021 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D August 26, 2021
Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.
Corrected September 25, 2021 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E August 26, 2021
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected September 25, 2021 · Nutrition and Dietary
Showing the 25 most recent. The Safety Report includes every citation with full findings.
Federal penalties
| Date | Type | Amount / length |
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| June 13, 2025 | Fine | $26,685 |
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 105659 · certified since January 26, 1989. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.