DE LUNA HEALTH AND REHABILITATION CENTER

9310 FOWLER AVE, PENSACOLA, FL 32514 (941) 780-3581
For profit - Limited Liability company 90 Beds Independent Data: November 2025
Trust Grade
90/100
#27 of 690 in FL
Last Inspection: May 2025

Inspected within the last 6 months. Data reflects current conditions.

Overview

De Luna Health and Rehabilitation Center has an excellent Trust Grade of A, indicating it is highly recommended among nursing homes. It ranks #27 out of 690 facilities in Florida, placing it in the top half, and #2 out of 15 in Escambia County, meaning only one nearby option is better. The facility is newly inspected, so there's no trend data available yet, but it has a moderate staffing rating of 3 out of 5 stars, with a turnover rate of 49%, which is average. There are no fines recorded, which is a positive sign of compliance, and the RN coverage is average, suggesting the facility meets basic nursing needs. However, there was a minor issue found during the inspection where medications were not stored securely for one resident, with a Lidocaine patch and a pill left unattended on a nightstand. While this incident is not life-threatening, it raises concerns about medication safety. Overall, De Luna Health and Rehabilitation Center has strong ratings but should address its medication storage practices to ensure resident safety.

Trust Score
A
90/100
In Florida
#27/690
Top 3%
Safety Record
Low Risk
No red flags
Inspections
Too New
0 → 1 violations
Staff Stability
⚠ Watch
49% 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
✓ Good
Each resident gets 44 minutes of Registered Nurse (RN) attention daily — more than average for Florida. RNs are trained to catch health problems early.
Violations
✓ Good
Only 1 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
★★★★★
5.0
Overall Rating
★★★☆☆
3.0
Staff Levels
★★★★★
5.0
Care Quality
★★★★★
5.0
Inspection Score
Stable
: 0 issues
2025: 1 issues

The Good

  • 5-Star Quality Measures · Strong clinical quality outcomes
  • Full Sprinkler Coverage · Fire safety systems throughout facility
  • No fines on record

Facility shows strength in quality measures, fire safety.

The Bad

Staff Turnover: 49%

Near Florida avg (46%)

Higher turnover may affect care consistency

The Ugly 1 deficiencies on record

May 2025 1 deficiency
MINOR (B)

Minor Issue - procedural, no safety impact

Deficiency F0761 (Tag F0761)

Minor procedural issue · This affected multiple residents

Based on observations, staff interviews, review of the electronic medical record, and review of the facilities policies and procedures, the facility failed to provide safe and secure storage of medica...

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Based on observations, staff interviews, review of the electronic medical record, and review of the facilities policies and procedures, the facility failed to provide safe and secure storage of medications for 1 of 5 residents reviewed for medications. (Resident #233) The findings include: On 4/28/25 at approximately 1:30 PM, Resident #233 was observed in her room with a Lidocaine patch (a medication used for pain) on the nightstand table. There was also observed a round orange pill on a washcloth on the bedside table. On 04/29/25 at approximately 08:15 AM, the Lidocaine patch and orange pill was once again observed on the nightstand. This was brought to the attention of Staff D, a Registered Nurse. The medication and the patch were removed out of the room at this time. On 4/30/2025 at 8:47 AM a record review of the medication administration record for Resident #233 revealed an order for Lidocaine patch and Calcium Carbonate (which was the previously observed orange pill). The facility's Policy and Procedure for Medication storage states that all drugs and Biologicals will be storage in locked compartments. During the medication pass, medications must be under direct observation of the person administering medications or locked in the medication storage cart.
Understanding Severity Codes (click to expand)
Life-Threatening (Immediate Jeopardy)
J - Isolated K - Pattern L - Widespread
Actual Harm
G - Isolated H - Pattern I - Widespread
Potential for Harm
D - Isolated E - Pattern F - Widespread
No Harm (Minor)
A - Isolated B - Pattern C - Widespread

Questions to Ask on Your Visit

  • "Can I speak with families of current residents?"
  • "What's your RN coverage like on weekends and overnight?"

Our Honest Assessment

Strengths
  • • Grade A (90/100). 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.
  • • Only 1 deficiencies on record. Cleaner than most facilities. Minor issues only.
Concerns
  • • No significant concerns identified. This facility shows no red flags across CMS ratings, staff turnover, or federal penalties.
Bottom line: Generally positive indicators. Standard due diligence and a personal visit recommended.

About This Facility

What is De Luna Center's CMS Rating?

CMS assigns DE LUNA 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 De Luna Center Staffed?

CMS rates DE LUNA HEALTH AND REHABILITATION CENTER's staffing level at 3 out of 5 stars, which is average compared to other nursing homes. Staff turnover is 49%, compared to the Florida average of 46%.

What Have Inspectors Found at De Luna Center?

State health inspectors documented 1 deficiencies at DE LUNA HEALTH AND REHABILITATION CENTER during 2025. These included: 1 minor or isolated issues.

Who Owns and Operates De Luna Center?

DE LUNA 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 operates independently rather than as part of a larger chain. With 90 certified beds and approximately 87 residents (about 97% occupancy), it is a smaller facility located in PENSACOLA, Florida.

How Does De Luna Center Compare to Other Florida Nursing Homes?

Compared to the 100 nursing homes in Florida, DE LUNA HEALTH AND REHABILITATION CENTER's overall rating (5 stars) is above the state average of 3.2, staff turnover (49%) is near the state average of 46%, and health inspection rating (5 stars) is much above the national benchmark.

What Should Families Ask When Visiting De Luna Center?

Based on this facility's data, families visiting should ask: "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?"

Is De Luna Center Safe?

Based on CMS inspection data, DE LUNA 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 De Luna Center Stick Around?

DE LUNA HEALTH AND REHABILITATION CENTER has a staff turnover rate of 49%, which is about average for Florida nursing homes (state average: 46%). Moderate turnover is common in nursing homes, but families should still ask about staff tenure and how the facility maintains care continuity when employees leave.

Was De Luna Center Ever Fined?

DE LUNA 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 De Luna Center on Any Federal Watch List?

DE LUNA 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.