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Abbey Delray South

Delray Beach, FL · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 105411) · 90 certified beds

CMS overall rating: 4★ (state average 3.27★ — above state average)
Health inspection: 2 · Quality measures: 5 · Staffing: 5
Federal fines: 1 totaling $4,963
Phone: (561) 454-5200 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗

Abbey Delray South has an overall CMS rating of 4 out of 5 stars, above Florida's state average of 3.27. Its health inspection rating is 2 stars, while its staffing rating is 5 stars.

Abbey Delray South reports total nurse staffing of about 4.16 hours per resident per day, including 1.36 RN hours per resident per day, with a nursing staff turnover rate of 14.5%. CMS gives the facility a 5-star staffing rating.

Abbey Delray South has 1 federal fine on record totaling $4,963.00, with no payment denials. CMS does not display an abuse icon for this facility, and it is not part of the Special Focus Facility program.

Overall rating vs. benchmarks
Abbey Delray South Abbey Delray South: 4★ 4★ FL average FL average: 3.27★ 3.27★ Lifespace Communit chain avg Lifespace Communit chain avg: 4.4★ 4.4★

About this facility

Abbey Delray South is a non-profit nursing home in Delray Beach, Palm Beach County, Florida, certified for Medicare and Medicaid since July 1982. The facility has 90 certified beds with an average of 71.5 residents per day.

According to CMS Care Compare, Abbey Delray South holds an overall star rating of 4 out of 5, above the Florida state average of 3.27. This overall score reflects a health inspection rating of 2, a quality measures rating of 5, and a staffing rating of 5 stars.

Nurse staffing data reported to CMS shows total nurse staffing of approximately 4.16 hours per resident per day, including 1.36 RN hours per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 14.5%.

On penalties, CMS records show 1 federal fine totaling $4,963.00 assessed against this facility, with no payment denials on record. There is no abuse icon displayed by CMS for this facility, and it is not currently listed in CMS's Special Focus Facility program, which designates homes with a history of persistent poor performance under increased inspection.

Abbey Delray South is part of the Lifespace Communities chain, which operates 15 facilities nationally with an average CMS rating of 4.4 stars. Ownership has not changed in the past 12 months, so current ratings reflect the present operator.

Data sourced from CMS Medicare Care Compare.

Questions families ask

What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?

Abbey Delray South has an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars, which is above the Florida state average of 3.27.

Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?

Yes, Abbey Delray South is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid.

How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?

The facility reports about 4.16 total nurse hours per resident per day, including 1.36 RN hours, with a 14.5% nursing turnover rate and a 5-star staffing rating.

Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?

Yes, CMS records show 1 fine totaling $4,963.00 and no payment denials.

Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?

No, CMS does not display an abuse icon for this facility, and it is not in the Special Focus Facility program.

How large is this facility and how many residents live there?

Abbey Delray South has 90 certified beds and an average daily census of 71.5 residents.

Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?

It is a non-profit corporation and part of the Lifespace Communities chain, which operates 15 facilities nationally averaging 4.4 stars.

How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?

The facility was first approved for Medicare/Medicaid certification on July 15, 1982.

What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?

CMS rates facilities on health inspections (2 stars here), staffing (5 stars), quality measures (5 stars), and an overall composite rating (4 stars).

Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?

This detail is not included in the CMS data provided; contact the facility at 5614545200 or check Medicare Care Compare to verify.

What should I look for when touring this facility?

The data provided does not cover tour details; contact the facility at 5614545200 to arrange a visit.

How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?

You can review the most current inspection, staffing, and quality data at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/105411?state=FL.

Data: CMS Care Compare (Aug2026 refresh). Star ratings, staffing hours, and penalty records are CMS's official published measures. Always tour the facility, review the current inspection record, and verify details with Medicare before making care decisions.