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Emerald Coast Center
114 Third Street Se, Fort Walton Beach, FL 32548 · CMS Certification Number (CCN) 105265
At a glance
- CMS overall rating
- ★★★★☆ 4 of 5
- Health inspection citations
- 15 in the last 3 inspection cycles (0 immediate jeopardy, 2 actual harm, 2 from complaints)
- Fire safety citations
- 16
- Fines (last 3 years)
- 2 fines, total $17,114
- Payment denials
- 0
- Most recent standard inspection
- September 25, 2025
- Official record
- Medicare Care Compare page for this facility
Source: CMS Nursing Home Provider Information: data.cms.gov · data as of September 1, 2026 · last checked October 26, 2026
CMS star ratings
CMS rates every Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing home from 1 to 5 stars. Health inspection stars are relative to other homes in the same state: the top 10% get 5 stars and the bottom 20% get 1 star. CMS says to use the ratings together with other information, including a visit. Technical Users’ Guide
| Rating | This facility | Florida average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | ★★★★☆ 4 of 5 | 3.3 | 3 |
| Health inspections | ★★★★☆ 4 of 5 | 2.9 | 2.8 |
| Staffing | ★★★☆☆ 3 of 5 | 3.3 | 2.9 |
| Quality measures | ★★★★☆ 4 of 5 | 4.2 | 3.6 |
| Long-stay quality | ★★★★★ 5 of 5 | Not published | Not published |
| Short-stay quality | ★★☆☆☆ 2 of 5 | Not published | Not published |
Averages: CMS State and US Averages: data.cms.gov · data as of September 1, 2026 · last checked October 26, 2026
Health inspections
| Inspection cycle | Standard survey date | Health citations | From standard survey | From complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cycle 1 (most recent) | September 25, 2025 | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Cycle 2 | July 18, 2024 | 8 | 6 | 2 |
CMS weighted health inspection score: 25 (lower is better; it counts citation severity, complaints and repeat revisits). Citations from infection control inspections: Not published. How to read these citations
15 health citations across 4 inspection dates, newest first. The letter is CMS’s scope/severity code: A–C means potential for minimal harm, D–F potential for more than minimal harm, G–I actual harm, and J–L immediate jeopardy.
September 25, 2025: 3 citations (Standard)
| Severity | Tag | What was cited | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D | F-0689 | Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 10/03/2025 |
| D | F-0656 | 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 | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 10/03/2025 |
| D | F-0550 | Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 10/03/2025 |
July 18, 2024: 6 citations (Standard)
| Severity | Tag | What was cited | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D | F-0847 | Inform resident or representatives choice to enter into binding arbitration agreement and right to refuse. Administration Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 08/18/2024 |
| D | F-0814 | Dispose of garbage and refuse properly. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 08/18/2024 |
| D | F-0656 | 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 | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 08/18/2024 |
| D | F-0645 | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 08/18/2024 |
| D | F-0554 | Allow residents to self-administer drugs if determined clinically appropriate. Resident Rights Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 08/18/2024 |
| D | F-0552 | Ensure that residents are fully informed and understand their health status, care and treatments. Resident Rights Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 08/18/2024 |
April 26, 2024: 2 citations (Complaint)
| Severity | Tag | What was cited | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G | F-0623 | Provide timely notification to the resident, and if applicable to the resident representative and ombudsman, before transfer or discharge, including appeal rights. Resident Rights Deficiencies | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 05/21/2024 |
| G | F-0622 | Not transfer or discharge a resident without an adequate reason; and must provide documentation and convey specific information when a resident is transferred or discharged. Resident Rights Deficiencies | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 05/21/2024 |
April 13, 2023: 4 citations (Standard)
| Severity | Tag | What was cited | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| F | F-0812 | Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 05/13/2023 |
| D | F-0688 | 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. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 05/13/2023 |
| B | F-0644 | Coordinate assessments with the pre-admission screening and resident review program; and referring for services as needed. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 05/13/2023 |
| D | F-0557 | Honor the resident's right to be treated with respect and dignity and to retain and use personal possessions. Resident Rights Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 05/13/2023 |
Source: CMS Health Deficiencies: data.cms.gov · data as of September 1, 2026 · last checked October 26, 2026
Fire safety inspections
16 fire safety citations across 4 inspection dates
| Date | Severity | Tag | What was cited | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/29/2026 | F | K-0914 | Ensure receptacles at patient bed locations and where general anesthesia is administered, are tested after initial installation, replacement or servicing. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| 07/29/2026 | D | K-0521 | Ensure heating and ventilation systems that have been properly installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Services Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| 09/25/2025 | D | K-0918 | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 02/05/2026 |
| 09/25/2025 | D | E-0041 | Implement emergency and standby power systems. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 02/05/2026 |
| 09/25/2025 | D | E-0015 | Address subsistence needs for staff and patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 02/05/2026 |
| 07/18/2024 | D | K-0761 | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 09/09/2024 |
| 07/18/2024 | D | K-0741 | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 09/09/2024 |
| 07/18/2024 | D | K-0363 | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 09/09/2024 |
| 07/18/2024 | D | K-0271 | Have exits that are accessible at all times. Egress Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 09/09/2024 |
| 04/13/2023 | D | K-0918 | Have generator or other power source capable of supplying service within 10 seconds. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 05/25/2023 |
| 04/13/2023 | D | K-0741 | Have posted "No-smoking" signs in areas where smoking is not permitted or ashtrays provided where smoking was allowed. Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 05/25/2023 |
| 04/13/2023 | D | K-0371 | Have properly sized and located compartments to protect residents from smoke. Smoke Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 05/25/2023 |
| 04/13/2023 | D | K-0363 | Install corridor and hallway doors that block smoke. Smoke Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 05/25/2023 |
| 04/13/2023 | D | K-0355 | Properly select, install, inspect, or maintain portable fire extinguishes. Smoke Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 05/25/2023 |
| 04/13/2023 | D | K-0324 | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 05/25/2023 |
| 04/13/2023 | D | E-0025 | Create arrangements with other facilities to receive patients. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 05/25/2023 |
Automatic sprinklers in all required areas: Yes. CMS does not count fire safety citations in the health inspection star rating.
Source: CMS Fire Safety Deficiencies: data.cms.gov · data as of September 1, 2026 · last checked October 26, 2026
Penalties
| Date | Type | Fine amount | Payment denial |
|---|---|---|---|
| April 26, 2024 | Fine | $8,557 | — |
| April 26, 2024 | Fine | $8,557 | — |
Source: CMS Penalties: data.cms.gov · data as of September 1, 2026 · last checked October 26, 2026
Staffing
| Measure | This facility | Florida average | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day | 3.23 | 3.82 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.58 | 0.73 | 0.69 |
| LPN/LVN hours per resident per day | 0.55 | Not published | Not published |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.09 | Not published | Not published |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day, weekends | 3.12 | Not published | Not published |
| RN hours per resident per day, weekends | 0.47 | Not published | Not published |
| Total nursing staff turnover (%) | 42.2 | 41.4 | 45.8 |
| Registered nurse turnover (%) | 52.4 | Not published | Not published |
| Administrators who have left | 3 | Not published | Not published |
Reported hours come from the Payroll-Based Journal (PBJ) staffing data that facilities submit to CMS each quarter.
Source: CMS Provider Information; State and US Averages: data.cms.gov · data as of September 1, 2026 · last checked October 26, 2026
Facility details
- Legal business name
- Emerald Coast Rehabilitation Center LLC
- Ownership type
- For profit - Individual
- Chain
- Hearthstone Senior Communities (8 facilities)
- Ownership changed in last 12 months
- No
- Certified beds
- 120
- Average residents per day
- 102.2
- Participates in
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Located inside a hospital
- No
- Continuing care retirement community
- No
- Resident and family council
- Both
- First approved for Medicare/Medicaid
- August 7, 1973
- County/parish
- Okaloosa
Source: CMS Provider Information: data.cms.gov · data as of September 1, 2026 · last checked October 26, 2026
Owners and managers reported to CMS
20 ownership and management records
| Name | Role | Type | Ownership % | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HEARTHSTONE SENIOR COMMUNITIES, INC. | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Organization | 100% | undefined undefined, NaN |
| GARNER, ALVIN | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| JAFFE, HOWARD | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| ROMBOLD, LORI | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| WYATT, BRIAN | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| CONSULTING SUPPORT SERVICES, LLC | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| FACILITY SUPPORT COMPANY, LLC | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| KANE FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLC | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| THEMIS HEALTH MANAGEMENT, LLC | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| HARDY-FAUBER, TAMMY | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| MCKAY, SHERRI | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| CONSULTING SUPPORT SERVICES, LLC | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| FACILITY SUPPORT COMPANY, LLC | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| HEARTHSTONE SENIOR COMMUNITIES, INC. | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| KANE FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLC | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| OMEGA HEALTHCARE INVESTORS, INC. | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| SELECT REHABILITATION, LLC | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| THEMIS HEALTH MANAGEMENT, LLC | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| HARDY-FAUBER, TAMMY | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| MCKAY, SHERRI | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
Source: CMS Ownership: data.cms.gov · data as of September 1, 2026 · last checked October 26, 2026
Check it yourself
- Medicare Care Compare: Emerald Coast Center. Full inspection reports, quality measures and staffing.
- AHCA licensed health care facility complaint form. The state agency also takes nursing home complaints.
- Ask the facility to show you its most recent inspection report and plan of correction.
Page built from CMS data files processed September 1, 2026 (CMS refreshes monthly). Last checked October 26, 2026. Not a ranking or endorsement.