LAKE MONTGOMERY HEALTH AND REHABILITATION CENTER
Inspected within the last 6 months. Data reflects current conditions.
Lake Montgomery Health and Rehabilitation Center has a Trust Grade of B+, which means it is above average and recommended for families considering care options. It ranks #61 out of 690 facilities in Florida, placing it in the top half, and it is the best option among the four nursing homes in Columbia County. Unfortunately, the facility is experiencing a worsening trend, with the number of issues increasing from 2 in 2024 to 6 in 2025. Staffing is a concern, with a turnover rate of 56%, higher than the state average, and less RN coverage than 86% of Florida facilities, which might impact the level of care residents receive. On a positive note, the center has no fines on record, but recent inspections revealed concerns such as inaccurate resident assessments and failure to administer medications as prescribed, highlighting areas that need improvement.
- Trust Score
- B+
- In Florida
- #61/690
- Safety Record
- Low Risk
- Inspections
- Getting Worse
- Staff Stability ⚠ Watch
- 56% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
- Penalties ✓ Good
- No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Florida facilities.
- Skilled Nurses ⚠ Watch
- Each resident gets only 27 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — below average for Florida. Fewer RN minutes means fewer trained eyes watching for problems.
- Violations ○ Average
- 8 deficiencies on record. Average for a facility this size. Mostly minor or procedural issues.
The Good
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4-Star Staffing Rating · Above-average nurse staffing levels
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5-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
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Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
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No fines on record
Facility shows strength in staffing levels, quality measures, fire safety.
The Bad
10pts above Florida avg (46%)
Frequent staff changes - ask about care continuity
Part of a multi-facility chain
Ask about local staffing decisions and management
8 points above Florida average of 48%
The Ugly 8 deficiencies on record
Jul 2025
6 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Assessment Accuracy
(Tag F0641)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure resident assessments were accurate for 1 (Resident #19) of 3 residents reviewed for respiratory services.Review of Resident #19 Mini...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0645
(Tag F0645)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure Preadmission Screening and Resident Review (PASRR) was accur...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Quality of Care
(Tag F0684)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to ensure medications were administered as ordered by physician for 2 of 7 residents reviewed for medication management (Residents #5 and #11)...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Staffing Information
(Tag F0732)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to ensure accurate nurse staffing information was posted on a daily basis. Findings include: During an observation on 7/28/2025 at 9:39 AM, nurs...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Laboratory Services
(Tag F0770)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on record review and interview, the facility failed to provide laboratory services to meet the needs of the residents for 1 of 5 residents reviewed for medication management (Resident #19). Find...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Food Safety
(Tag F0812)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure food was properly stored in 1 of 2 nourishment rooms. Findings include: During an observation of the nourishment room ...
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Apr 2024
2 deficiencies
CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Safe Environment
(Tag F0584)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to maintain a clean and homelike environment for residents (Photographic evidence obtained).
The findings include:
During an observation of laun...
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CONCERN
(D)
Potential for Harm - no one hurt, but risky conditions existed
Deficiency F0692
(Tag F0692)
Could have caused harm · This affected 1 resident
**NOTE- TERMS IN BRACKETS HAVE BEEN EDITED TO PROTECT CONFIDENTIALITY** Based on observation, interview, and record review, the facility failed to ensure nutritional interventions were provided in a t...
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Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Questions to Ask on Your Visit
- "Why is there high staff turnover? How do you retain staff?"
- "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
- "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"
Our Honest Assessment
- • Grade B+ (85/100). Above average facility, better than most options in Florida.
- • No major safety red flags. No abuse findings, life-threatening violations, or SFF status.
- • No fines on record. Clean compliance history, better than most Florida facilities.
- • 56% turnover. Above average. Higher turnover means staff may not know residents' routines.
About This Facility
What is Lake Montgomery Center's CMS Rating?
CMS assigns LAKE MONTGOMERY HEALTH AND REHABILITATION CENTER an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, which is considered much above average nationally. Within Florida, this rating places the facility higher than 99% of the state's 100 nursing homes. This rating reflects solid performance across the metrics CMS uses to evaluate nursing home quality.
How is Lake Montgomery Center Staffed?
CMS rates LAKE MONTGOMERY HEALTH AND REHABILITATION CENTER's staffing level at 4 out of 5 stars, which is above average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 56%, which is 10 percentage points above the Florida average of 46%. High turnover can affect care consistency as new staff learn residents' individual needs.
What Have Inspectors Found at Lake Montgomery Center?
State health inspectors documented 8 deficiencies at LAKE MONTGOMERY HEALTH AND REHABILITATION CENTER during 2024 to 2025. These included: 8 with potential for harm.
Who Owns and Operates Lake Montgomery Center?
LAKE MONTGOMERY HEALTH AND REHABILITATION CENTER is owned by a for-profit company. For-profit facilities operate as businesses with obligations to shareholders or private owners. The facility is operated by ROBERT SCHOENFELD, a chain that manages multiple nursing homes. With 95 certified beds and approximately 85 residents (about 89% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in LAKE CITY, Florida.
How Does Lake Montgomery Center Compare to Other Florida Nursing Homes?
Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Florida, LAKE MONTGOMERY HEALTH AND REHABILITATION CENTER's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 3.2, staff turnover (56%) is significantly higher than the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (4 stars) is above the national benchmark.
What Should Families Ask When Visiting Lake Montgomery Center?
Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "How do you ensure continuity of care given staff turnover, and what is your staff retention strategy?" "Can I visit during a mealtime to observe dining assistance and food quality?" "How do you handle medical emergencies, and what is your hospital transfer rate?" "Can I speak with family members of current residents about their experience?" These questions are particularly relevant given the facility's high staff turnover rate.
Is Lake Montgomery Center Safe?
Based on CMS inspection data, LAKE MONTGOMERY HEALTH AND REHABILITATION CENTER has a clean safety record: no substantiated abuse findings (meaning no confirmed cases of resident harm), no Immediate Jeopardy citations (the most serious violation level indicating risk of serious injury or death), and is not on the Special Focus Facility watch list (a federal program monitoring the lowest-performing 1% of nursing homes). The facility has a 5-star overall rating and ranks #1 of 100 nursing homes in Florida. While no facility is perfect, families should still ask about staff-to-resident ratios and recent inspection results during their visit.
Do Nurses at Lake Montgomery Center Stick Around?
Staff turnover at LAKE MONTGOMERY HEALTH AND REHABILITATION CENTER is high. At 56%, the facility is 10 percentage points above the Florida average of 46%. High turnover means new staff may not know residents' individual needs, medications, or preferences. It can also be disorienting for residents, especially those with dementia who rely on familiar faces. Families should ask: What is causing the turnover? What retention programs are in place? How do you ensure care continuity during staff transitions?
Was Lake Montgomery Center Ever Fined?
LAKE MONTGOMERY HEALTH AND REHABILITATION CENTER has no federal fines on record. CMS issues fines when nursing homes fail to meet care standards or don't correct problems found during inspections. The absence of fines suggests the facility has either maintained compliance or corrected any issues before penalties were assessed. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review recent inspection reports for the full picture.
Is Lake Montgomery Center on Any Federal Watch List?
LAKE MONTGOMERY HEALTH AND REHABILITATION CENTER is not on any federal watch list. The most significant is the Special Focus Facility (SFF) program, which identifies the bottom 1% of nursing homes nationally based on persistent, serious quality problems. Not being on this list means the facility has avoided the pattern of deficiencies that triggers enhanced federal oversight. This is a positive indicator, though families should still review the facility's inspection history directly.