Life Care Center Of Punta Gorda
Punta Gorda, FL · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 105289) · 180 certified beds
Health inspection: 2 · Quality measures: 5 · Staffing: 4
Federal fines: 1 totaling $8,151
Phone: (941) 639-8771 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
Life Care Center Of Punta Gorda has a CMS overall star rating of 3 out of 5, which is below the Florida state average of 3.27. Its health inspection rating is 2 stars and its staffing rating is 4 stars.
Life Care Center Of Punta Gorda reports 3.91 total nurse hours per resident per day, including 0.64 RN hours per resident per day, with a staffing star rating of 4 out of 5. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 38.3% annually.
Life Care Center Of Punta Gorda has 1 federal fine on record totaling $8,151.00, with 0 payment denials. CMS does not display the abuse icon for this facility, and it is not currently in the Special Focus Facility program.
About this facility
Life Care Center Of Punta Gorda is a for-profit corporation-owned nursing home in Punta Gorda, Charlotte County, Florida, certified for both Medicare and Medicaid since 1980. The facility has 180 certified beds with an average daily census of 151.6 residents.
According to CMS Care Compare, the facility holds an overall star rating of 3 out of 5, which is below the Florida state average of 3.27. Component ratings are: Health Inspection 2 stars, Quality Measures 5 stars, and Staffing 4 stars.
Nurse staffing levels average 3.91 total nurse hours per resident per day, including 0.64 RN hours per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 38.3% annually.
On penalties, CMS records show 1 federal fine totaling $8,151.00 for this facility, with 0 payment denials of payment reported.
This facility does not carry the CMS abuse icon, and it is not currently designated under the Special Focus Facility program.
Life Care Center Of Punta Gorda is part of the Life Care Centers Of America chain, which operates 194 facilities nationally with an average chain rating of 3.4 stars. Ownership has not changed in the past 12 months, so current ratings reflect the operator currently in place.
This profile is built from CMS Care Compare data and reflects the most recently published snapshot; families should verify current details directly on Medicare Care Compare before making decisions.
Questions families ask
What is this nursing home's CMS overall star rating and how does it compare to the state average?
The overall rating is 3 out of 5 stars, which is below the Florida state average of 3.27.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
This facility accepts both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Total nurse staffing is 3.91 hours per resident per day, including 0.64 RN hours per resident per day, with a staffing rating of 4 out of 5 stars. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 38.3%.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
Yes, CMS records 1 fine totaling $8,151.00, and 0 payment denials.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
No, CMS does not display the abuse icon for this facility, and it is not designated as a Special Focus Facility.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
The facility has 180 certified beds with an average daily census of 151.6 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
It is owned by a for-profit corporation and is part of the Life Care Centers Of America chain, which operates 194 facilities nationally with an average rating of 3.4 stars.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
The facility was first approved for Medicare/Medicaid certification on January 1, 1980.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS publishes an overall rating plus separate ratings for health inspections (2 stars), quality measures (5 stars), and staffing (4 stars), which combine into the overall 3-star rating.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
The provided data does not specify service lines; please contact the facility at 9416398771 and verify current offerings on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
The data provided does not cover tour details; contact the facility at 9416398771 to arrange a visit and review the full inspection record on Medicare Care Compare.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can view the latest details at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/105289?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.