Worth Considering
2
Facilities graded B or better with zero fines
Best Nursing Homes in Ocala, Florida
2 of 10 nursing homes in Ocala (20%) meet our strict criteria. The Florida statewide average is 29%.
2 recommended · 4 caution · 4 avoid · data
City Average
3.3
★
+0.00 vs state
Total Beds
1,432
across 10 facilities
High Risk Facilities
4
3 Grade F
$397,903 in combined fines
Zero Fines
5
/10
passed all inspections
Nurse Availability
0 min
RN time per resident daily
Below CMS recommendation
Why These 2?
The nursing home market in Ocala, Florida, is adequate, with only 20% of the 10 facilities recommended. Families should be aware that while the top-rated facility, LIFE CARE CENTER OF OCALA, has 5 stars, four facilities have accumulated a total of $379,641 in fines, indicating potential concerns.
Exceptional (Grade A, Trust Score 90+)
- 1 LIFE CARE CENTER OF OCALA (93) — Life Care Center of Ocala stands out with an excellent CMS rating of 5 stars and an impressive Trust Score of 93/100. With a Grade A and zero fines, this facility offers exceptional care in a comfortable setting, making it a top choice for those seeking quality nursing home services.
Qualified (Grade B, Trust Score 70-79)
- 2 OCALA HEALTH AND REHABILITATION CENTER (78) — Ocala Health and Rehabilitation Center is a solid option with a CMS 4-star rating and a Trust Score of 78/100. While it has a Grade B, the facility provides quality care with no fines, making it a reliable choice for rehabilitation and recovery in a supportive environment.
The other 8 Ocala facilities didn't qualify — 4 carry Grade D or F ratings and 5 have fines totaling $397K.
Recommended
Life Care Center of Ocala stands out with an excellent CMS rating of 5 stars and an impressive Trust Score of 93/100. With a Grade A and zero fines, this facility offers exceptional care in a comfortable setting, making it a top choice for those seeking quality nursing home services.
Ocala Health and Rehabilitation Center is a solid option with a CMS 4-star rating and a Trust Score of 78/100. While it has a Grade B, the facility provides quality care with no fines, making it a reliable choice for rehabilitation and recovery in a supportive environment.
Proceed with Caution
These facilities don't meet our recommendation criteria but may still be viable options.
Best Available Alternative
Staffing Comparison
Staffing levels are the strongest predictor of care quality
| Metric | Top Facility | Ocala Avg | CMS Minimum |
|---|---|---|---|
| RN Hours / Resident / Day | 0.00 | 0.00 | 0.75 |
| CMS Star Rating | 5 stars | 3.3 stars | — |
| Deficiencies / Inspection | 0 | 0.0 | — |
Facilities to Avoid
These facilities have significant quality concerns.
What Disqualified the Other 8?
Our criteria: Trust Grade B or better (score 70+) AND zero fines in 3 years
- Grade F facilities
- 3 Grade F — critical inspection failures
- Facilities with fines
- 5 Have fines totaling $397,903
- Low-scoring facilities
- 5 Scored below B — Trust Scores under 70
- Caution group
- 4 Had good grades but fines disqualified them
Questions Ocala Families Should Ask
Based on what we found in local inspection data
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1
"What is your current CMS star rating and Trust Score?"
Ocala's city average is 3.3 stars
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2
"Have you received any fines in the past 3 years?"
5 of 10 Ocala facilities have fines
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3
"How many RN hours per resident do you provide daily?"
CMS recommends 45 min; Ocala avg is 0 min
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4
"What were your most recent inspection findings?"
Ocala facilities average 0.0 deficiencies per inspection
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Houston at a Glance
Good News
- 12 facilities meet our strict criteria—20% of the market
- 3 exceptional A-grade facilities with 5-star CMS ratings
- 24 facilities with zero fines in the past 3 years
Be Aware
- 30 facilities carry Grade F—nearly half the market
- $3.2M+ in total fines across 37 facilities
- Worst facility has $448,216 in fines alone
Key Numbers
- Average Trust Score: 48.6 (dragged down by 30 F-grades)
- 82% for-profit, 13% non-profit, 5% government
- 9.4 average deficiencies per facility
Frequently Asked Questions
How many nursing homes in Ocala, FL are recommended?
2 of 10 nursing homes in Ocala (20%) meet our strict criteria of excellent inspection results and a clean record with no fines.
What makes a nursing home in Ocala "recommended"?
A facility earns our recommendation when it achieves a Trust Grade of B or better (score of 70+) AND has zero fines in the past three years. This combination indicates consistent quality care and regulatory compliance.
How should I evaluate nursing homes in Ocala?
Look beyond star ratings. Check for recent fines, abuse citations, staffing levels (especially RN hours), and inspection deficiencies. Visit in person during different times of day to observe care quality firsthand.