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Palm Garden of Sun City
3850 Upper Creek Dr, Sun City Center, FL 33573 · CMS Certification Number (CCN) 105736
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At a glance
- CMS overall rating
- ★☆☆☆☆ 1 of 5
- Health inspection citations
- 20 in the last 3 inspection cycles (0 immediate jeopardy, 3 actual harm, 3 from complaints)
- Fire safety citations
- 12
- Fines (last 3 years)
- 4 fines, total $85,965
- Payment denials
- 0
- Most recent standard inspection
- September 10, 2024
- 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 | ★☆☆☆☆ 1 of 5 | 3.3 | 3 |
| Health inspections | ★☆☆☆☆ 1 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 | ★★★★☆ 4 of 5 | Not published | Not published |
| Short-stay quality | ★★★★★ 5 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 10, 2024 | 13 | 11 | 2 |
| Cycle 2 | August 25, 2022 | 4 | 3 | 1 |
CMS weighted health inspection score: 91 (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 6 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.
June 18, 2026: 1 citation (Complaint)
| Severity | Tag | What was cited | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D | F-0585 | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 07/18/2026 |
March 18, 2026: 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 03/30/2026 |
May 6, 2025: 1 citation (Complaint)
| Severity | Tag | What was cited | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G | F-0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Complaint | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 06/09/2025 |
September 10, 2024: 11 citations (Standard)
| Severity | Tag | What was cited | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D | F-0895 | Have a Compliance and Ethics Program. Administration Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 10/10/2024 |
| E | F-0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 10/10/2024 |
| 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 10/10/2024 |
| D | F-0803 | Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident. Nutrition and Dietary Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 10/10/2024 |
| E | 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 10/10/2024 |
| G | F-0697 | Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 10/10/2024 |
| 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 10/10/2024 |
| 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 10/10/2024 |
| E | F-0645 | PASARR screening for Mental disorders or Intellectual Disabilities Resident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 10/10/2024 |
| G | F-0600 | Protect each resident from all types of abuse such as physical, mental, sexual abuse, physical punishment, and neglect by anybody. Freedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 10/10/2024 |
| 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 10/10/2024 |
August 25, 2022: 3 citations (Standard)
| Severity | Tag | What was cited | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E | F-0880 | Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program. Infection Control Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 09/12/2022 |
| E | 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 09/12/2022 |
| D | F-0585 | 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. Resident Rights Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 09/12/2022 |
April 30, 2021: 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 05/30/2021 |
| D | F-0684 | Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals. Quality of Life and Care Deficiencies | Standard | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 05/30/2021 |
| 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 05/30/2021 |
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 3 inspection dates
| Date | Severity | Tag | What was cited | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/10/2024 | D | K-0929 | Ensure precautions for handling oxygen cylinders and equipment are correctly followed. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 10/10/2024 |
| 09/10/2024 | D | K-0921 | Ensure that testing and maintenance of electrical equipment is performed. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 10/10/2024 |
| 09/10/2024 | D | K-0912 | Have power receptacles that are properly grounded. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 10/10/2024 |
| 09/10/2024 | D | K-0761 | To conduct inspection, testing and maintenance of fire doors by qualified individuals. Miscellaneous Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 10/10/2024 |
| 09/10/2024 | D | K-0353 | Inspect, test, and maintain automatic sprinkler systems. Smoke Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 10/10/2024 |
| 09/10/2024 | D | K-0345 | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 10/10/2024 |
| 09/10/2024 | D | K-0324 | Provide properly protected cooking facilities. Smoke Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 10/10/2024 |
| 08/25/2022 | D | K-0372 | Ensure smoke barriers are constructed to a 1 hour fire resistance rating. Smoke Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 10/03/2022 |
| 08/25/2022 | D | K-0223 | Provide exit doors that are held open by devices that will automatically close on the activation of a fire alarm or smoke detector. Egress Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 10/03/2022 |
| 04/30/2021 | D | K-0923 | Have proper medical gas storage and administration areas. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 05/30/2021 |
| 04/30/2021 | D | K-0920 | Ensure proper usage of power strips and extension cords. Gas, Vacuum, and Electrical Systems Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 05/30/2021 |
| 04/30/2021 | D | K-0345 | Have approved installation, maintenance and testing program for fire alarm systems. Smoke Deficiencies | Deficient, Provider has date of correction Corrected 04/30/2021 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 6, 2025 | Fine | $68,880 | — |
| September 10, 2024 | Fine | $4,085 | — |
| September 10, 2024 | Fine | $4,846 | — |
| September 10, 2024 | Fine | $8,154 | — |
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 | 3.73 | 3.82 | 3.86 |
| Registered nurse (RN) hours per resident per day | 0.52 | 0.73 | 0.69 |
| LPN/LVN hours per resident per day | 1.02 | Not published | Not published |
| Nurse aide hours per resident per day | 2.19 | Not published | Not published |
| Total nurse staff hours per resident per day, weekends | 3.37 | Not published | Not published |
| RN hours per resident per day, weekends | 0.26 | Not published | Not published |
| Total nursing staff turnover (%) | 43.3 | 41.4 | 45.8 |
| Registered nurse turnover (%) | 47.4 | 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 Sun City Center LLC
- Ownership type
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Chain
- Palm Garden Health and Rehabilitation (14 facilities)
- Ownership changed in last 12 months
- No
- Certified beds
- 132
- Average residents per day
- 119.5
- 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
- June 28, 1991
- County/parish
- Hillsborough
Source: CMS Provider Information: data.cms.gov · data as of September 1, 2026 · last checked October 26, 2026
Owners and managers reported to CMS
19 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 |
| JAMES O. MCCARVER QTIP BUSINESS MARITAL TRUST U/A DATED JUNE 22, 2001, | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Organization | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | undefined undefined, NaN |
| JAMES O. MCCARVER RESIDUARY TRUST SHARE U/A DATED 06/22/2001 | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Organization | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | undefined undefined, NaN |
| PATSY E. MCCARVER TRUST U/A DATED JUNE 22, 2001 AS AMENDED, PATSY E | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Organization | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | undefined undefined, NaN |
| MCCARVER, PATSY | 5% OR GREATER INDIRECT OWNERSHIP INTEREST | Individual | NO PERCENTAGE PROVIDED | undefined undefined, NaN |
| REGIONS BANK | 5% OR GREATER MORTGAGE INTEREST | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| PGSCC RE, LLC | 5% OR GREATER SECURITY 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 |
| DYCHKO, JONATHAN | OPERATIONAL/MANAGERIAL CONTROL | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| SALINAS, DANIEL | 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 |
| PGSCC RE, LLC | ADP OF THE SNF | Organization | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| DYCHKO, JONATHAN | ADP OF THE SNF | Individual | NOT APPLICABLE | undefined undefined, NaN |
| SALINAS, DANIEL | 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 Sun City. 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.