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Palm Garden of Aventura
21251 E Dixie Highway, North Miami Beach, FL 33180 · CMS Certification Number (CCN) 105610
At a glance
- CMS overall rating
- ★★★☆☆ 3 of 5
- Health inspection citations
- 20 in the last 3 inspection cycles (1 immediate jeopardy, 1 actual harm, 5 from complaints)
- Fire safety citations
- 12
- Fines (last 3 years)
- 1 fine, total $25,310
- Payment denials
- 0
- Most recent standard inspection
- April 17, 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 | ★★★☆☆ 3 of 5 | 3.3 | 3 |
| Health inspections | ★★★☆☆ 3 of 5 | 2.9 | 2.8 |
| Staffing | ★★★★☆ 4 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 | ★☆☆☆☆ 1 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) | April 17, 2025 | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Cycle 2 | November 16, 2023 | 4 | 1 | 3 |
CMS weighted health inspection score: 27.5 (lower is better; it counts citation severity, complaints and repeat revisits). Citations from infection control inspections: Not published. How to read these citations
20 health citations across 7 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.
July 24, 2026: 2 citations (Complaint)
| Severity | Tag | What was cited | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D | F-0761 | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
| D | F-0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has no plan of correction |
July 15, 2025: 1 citation (Complaint)
| Severity | Tag | What was cited | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D | F-0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 08/10/2025 |
April 17, 2025: 2 citations (Standard)
| Severity | Tag | What was cited | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D | F-0755 | Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 05/21/2025 |
| D | F-0584 | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 05/21/2025 |
November 25, 2024: 1 citation (Complaint)
| Severity | Tag | What was cited | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| J | F-0578 | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 12/17/2024 |
August 8, 2024: 1 citation (Complaint)
| 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 | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 09/17/2024 |
November 16, 2023: 1 citation (Standard)
| Severity | Tag | What was cited | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D | F-0695 | Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 12/28/2023 |
October 28, 2022: 12 citations (Standard)
| Severity | Tag | What was cited | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D | F-0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 11/28/2022 |
| D | F-0865 | Have a plan that describes the process for conducting QAPI and QAA activities. Administration Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 11/28/2022 |
| D | F-0842 | Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards. Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 11/28/2022 |
| D | F-0806 | Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 11/28/2022 |
| D | F-0761 | 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. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 11/28/2022 |
| D | F-0756 | Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures. Pharmacy Service Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 11/28/2022 |
| D | F-0725 | Provide enough nursing staff every day to meet the needs of every resident; and have a licensed nurse in charge on each shift. Nursing and Physician Services Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 11/28/2022 |
| D | F-0693 | Ensure that feeding tubes are not used unless there is a medical reason and the resident agrees; and provide appropriate care for a resident with a feeding tube. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 11/28/2022 |
| G | F-0692 | Provide enough food/fluids to maintain a resident's health. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 11/28/2022 |
| D | F-0604 | Ensure that each resident is free from the use of physical restraints, unless needed for medical treatment. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 11/28/2022 |
| D | F-0584 | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 11/28/2022 |
| D | F-0583 | Keep residents' personal and medical records private and confidential. Resident Rights Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 11/28/2022 |
Source: CMS Health Deficiencies: data.cms.gov · data as of September 1, 2026 · last checked October 26, 2026
Fire safety inspections
12 fire safety citations across 4 inspection dates
| Date | Severity | Tag | What was cited | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/17/2025 | 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 05/21/2025 |
| 04/17/2025 | D | K-0353 | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 05/21/2025 |
| 04/17/2025 | D | K-0300 | Meet other general requirements that are deficient. Egress Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 05/21/2025 |
| 11/21/2024 | D | K-0346 | Follow proper procedures when the fire alarm was out of service for more than 4 hours. Smoke Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 12/17/2024 |
| 11/16/2023 | E | K-0923 | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 12/28/2023 |
| 11/16/2023 | D | 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 date of correction Corrected 12/28/2023 |
| 11/16/2023 | D | K-0353 | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 12/28/2023 |
| 11/16/2023 | D | K-0345 | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 12/28/2023 |
| 10/28/2022 | E | K-0211 | Keep aisles, corridors, and exits free of obstruction in case of emergency. Egress Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 11/28/2022 |
| 10/28/2022 | E | K-0200 | Meet other general requirements. Egress Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 11/28/2022 |
| 10/28/2022 | D | E-0037 | Establish staff and initial training requirements. Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 11/28/2022 |
| 10/28/2022 | D | E-0004 | Develop and maintain an Emergency Preparedness Program (EP). Emergency Preparedness Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 11/28/2022 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| November 21, 2024 | Fine | $25,310 | — |
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 | 3.68 | 3.82 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.86 | 0.73 | 0.69 |
| LPN/LVN hours per resident per day | 0.58 | Not published | Not published |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.23 | Not published | Not published |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day, weekends | 3.39 | Not published | Not published |
| RN hours per resident per day, weekends | 0.78 | Not published | Not published |
| Total nursing staff turnover (%) | 23.7 | 41.4 | 45.8 |
| Registered nurse turnover (%) | 29.6 | Not published | Not published |
| Administrators who have left | 1 | 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
- Palm Garden of Aventura LLC
- Ownership type
- For profit - Corporation
- Chain
- Palm Garden Health and Rehabilitation (14 facilities)
- Ownership changed in last 12 months
- No
- Certified beds
- 120
- Average residents per day
- 115.3
- Participates in
- Medicare and Medicaid
- Located inside a hospital
- No
- Continuing care retirement community
- No
- Resident and family council
- Resident
- First approved for Medicare/Medicaid
- July 13, 1988
- County/parish
- Miami-Dade
Source: CMS Provider Information: data.cms.gov · data as of September 1, 2026 · last checked October 26, 2026
Owners and managers reported to CMS
18 ownership and management records
| Name | Role | Type | Ownership % | Since |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PALM GARDEN HEALTHCARE HOLDINGS, LLC | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Organization | 50% | undefined undefined, NaN |
| MCCARVER, PATSY | 5% OR GREATER DIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Individual | 50% | undefined undefined, NaN |
| JAMES O. MCCARVER QTIP BUSINESS MARITAL TRUST U/A DATED JUNE 22, 2001, | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Organization | 38% | undefined undefined, NaN |
| JAMES O. MCCARVER RESIDUARY TRUST SHARE U/A DATED 06/22/2001 | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Organization | 8% | undefined undefined, NaN |
| PATSY E. MCCARVER TRUST U/A DATED JUNE 22, 2001 AS AMENDED, PATSY E | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Organization | 48% | undefined undefined, NaN |
| REGIONS BANK | 5% OR GREATER MORTGAGE INTEREST | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| REGIONS BANK | 5% OR GREATER SECURITY INTEREST | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| BOMBERGER, JEFFREY | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| CHALMERS, JAMES | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| GREENE, ROBERT | CORPORATE OFFICER | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| PIANKO, LEONARD | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| PIERRE, KADIA | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| JAMES O. MCCARVER QTIP BUSINESS MARITAL TRUST U/A DATED JUNE 22, 2001, | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| PALM HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT, LLC | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| PATSY E. MCCARVER TRUST U/A DATED JUNE 22, 2001 AS AMENDED, PATSY E | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| PGAVE RE, LLC | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| PIANKO, LEONARD | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| PIERRE, KADIA | 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: Palm Garden of Aventura. 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.