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Aviata at Sand Key

1980 SUNSET POINT RD, CLEARWATER, FL 33765
Score: 19 / 100

With a score of 19/100, Aviata At Sand Key ranks in the bottom tier of Florida nursing facilities, earning an F grade. CMS data highlights significant concerns that prospective residents and families should thoroughly evaluate.

Staffing levels are a potential concern at Aviata At Sand Key, with 3.39 total nursing hours per resident per day — below the national average of 3.8 hours. Lower staffing can impact care quality and staff responsiveness.

Recent CMS inspections identified 36 deficiencies at Aviata At Sand Key, including 2 classified as serious — among the most concerning citation levels. The most notable finding involved: honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility..

Score Breakdown

Overall CMS Rating 16 / 40 pts
2 ★ CMS rating
Health Inspections 5 / 25 pts
1 ★ inspection rating
Staffing 8 / 20 pts
2 ★ staffing rating
Quality Measures 15 / 15 pts
5 ★ quality measures

🏥 Staffing Details

Staff Type Hours/Resident/Day National Avg Comparison
Total Nursing 3.39 3.8 Below Average
Registered Nurses (RN) 0.55 0.7 Below Average
Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) 0.68 0.7 Average
Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA) 2.17 2.4 Average
Weekend Total Nursing 3.23 3.8 Below Average
Weekend RN Hours 0.46 0.7 Below Average

🔍 Inspection & Deficiency History

36
Total Deficiencies
Sep 4, 2024
Most Recent Inspection
🟠 34 Moderate 🔴 2 Serious
View recent deficiencies (5 shown)
  • Tag 0565 Severity E
    Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
    Sep 4, 2024 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0921 Severity D
    Make sure that the nursing home area is safe, easy to use, clean and comfortable for residents, staff and the public.
    Sep 4, 2024 · Environmental Deficiencies
  • Tag 0725 Severity F
    Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift.
    Jan 31, 2024 · Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies
  • 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 d
    Jan 31, 2024 · Resident Rights Deficiencies
  • Tag 0759 Severity E
    Ensure medication error rates are not 5 percent or greater.
    Jan 31, 2024 · Pharmacy Service Deficiencies

📊 Resident Outcome Measures

Based on CMS quality measure data. Lower percentages are better for most metrics.

Measure This Facility Nat'l Avg
Residents with pressure ulcers 5.8% 4.5% Worse
Falls with major injury 3.3% 3.0% Average
On antipsychotic medication 8.9% 14.5% Better
Urinary tract infections 1.1% 2.5% Better
ADL decline (daily activities) 10.8% 14.0% Better
Excessive weight loss 5.6% 7.5% Better
New/worsened incontinence 7.4% 45.0% Better

⚠️ Penalties & Fines

3 penalties recorded by CMS

Total fines: $175,634

How This Grade Was Calculated

This facility's grade of F is based on a score of 19 out of 100, calculated from official CMS Nursing Home Compare data:

  • Overall CMS Rating: 2★ → 16 pts (max 40)
  • Health Inspection Rating: 1★ → 5 pts (max 25)
  • Staffing Rating: 2★ → 8 pts (max 20)
  • Quality Measures Rating: 5★ → 15 pts (max 15)
  • Penalty deductions: -15 pts
  • Fine deductions: -10 pts

Grades: A=85+, B=70–84, C=55–69, D=40–54, F=below 40

Facility Details

Ownership
For profit - Limited Liability company
Certified Beds
120
Provider Type
Medicare and Medicaid
Resident Council
Yes
Family Council
No
Sprinkler System
Yes
Last Inspection
Jan 31, 2024
Deficiencies (Cycle 1)
17