Palm Garden of Tampa
3612 E 138th Ave · Tampa, FL · 33613 · 8139728775
120 certified beds For profit - Corporation Chain: Palm Garden Health and Rehabilitation
Why this verdict
- Inspection results are getting worse cycle over cycle, not better.
- No federal fines or payment denials in CMS’s 3-year window.
The composite number cleared 73 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
No standard inspection in over 2 years
The inspection record here is older than usual — conditions may have changed since.
Score breakdown
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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 | 3.72 | 3.48 min · 4.1 strong |
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| RN hours / resident-day | 0.44 | 0.55–0.75 |
| Weekend hours / resident-day | 3.41 | ≈ weekday level |
| Nursing turnover / year | 44% | median 45% |
| Fines (3-yr window) | none |
Inspection citations (25 in the current record)
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Potential for harm · D March 2, 2026 · found via complaint
Ensure the transfer/discharge meets the resident's needs/preferences and that the resident is prepared for a safe transfer/discharge.
Corrected March 25, 2026 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 16, 2023
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
Corrected December 15, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 16, 2023
Honor the resident's right to and the facility must promote and facilitate resident self-determination through support of resident choice.
Corrected December 15, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D November 16, 2023
Immediately tell the resident, the resident's doctor, and a family member of situations (injury/decline/room, etc.) that affect the resident.
Corrected December 15, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E November 16, 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 December 15, 2023 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · E November 16, 2023
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.
Corrected December 15, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D November 16, 2023
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected December 15, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · E November 16, 2023
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 15, 2023 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · F November 16, 2023
Make sure there is a pest control program to prevent/deal with mice, insects, or other pests.
Corrected December 15, 2023 · Environmental
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Potential for harm · D November 16, 2023 · found via complaint
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
Corrected December 15, 2023 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 23, 2021
Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate.
Corrected October 23, 2021 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 23, 2021
Reasonably accommodate the needs and preferences of each resident.
Corrected October 23, 2021 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D September 23, 2021
Develop the complete care plan within 7 days of the comprehensive assessment; and prepared, reviewed, and revised by a team of health professionals.
Corrected October 23, 2021 · Resident Assessment and Care Planning
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Potential for harm · D September 23, 2021
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 October 23, 2021 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 23, 2021
Provide safe, appropriate dialysis care/services for a resident who requires such services.
Corrected October 23, 2021 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D September 23, 2021
Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
Corrected October 23, 2021 · Nursing and Physician Services
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Potential for harm · D September 23, 2021
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 October 23, 2021 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D September 23, 2021
Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
Corrected October 23, 2021 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D September 23, 2021
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 October 23, 2021 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D September 23, 2021
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
Corrected October 23, 2021 · Nutrition and Dietary
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Potential for harm · D January 16, 2020
Give residents a notice of rights, rules, services and charges.
Corrected February 16, 2020 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 16, 2020
Honor the resident's right to request, refuse, and/or discontinue treatment, to participate in or refuse to participate in experimental research, and to formulate an advance directive.
Corrected February 16, 2020 · Resident Rights
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Potential for harm · D January 16, 2020
Provide appropriate pressure ulcer care and prevent new ulcers from developing.
Corrected February 16, 2020 · Quality of Life and Care
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Potential for harm · D January 16, 2020
Ensure that residents are free from significant medication errors.
Corrected February 16, 2020 · Pharmacy Service
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Potential for harm · D January 16, 2020
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
Corrected February 16, 2020 · Infection Control
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Source: CMS Care Compare (public domain), data as of June 1, 2026 · CCN 105591 · certified since November 19, 1987. The score is a screen, not a verdict on any one resident's experience — read how it's computed, then visit in person.