The Preserve
Fort Myers, FL · Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing home (CCN 106137) · 75 certified beds
Health inspection: 5 · Quality measures: 4 · Staffing: 4
Federal fines: none on current record
Phone: (239) 574-0078 · Verify on Medicare Care Compare ↗
The Preserve holds a CMS overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars, above the Florida state average of 3.27. Its health inspection rating is also 5 stars, and its staffing rating is 4 stars.
The Preserve reports 4.65 total nurse hours per resident per day, including 1.08 RN hours per resident per day, with a staffing star rating of 4 out of 5. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 33.8%.
The Preserve has no federal fines on record, with total fines of $0.00 and no payment denials reported by CMS. There is no abuse icon flagged for this facility, and it is not part of CMS's Special Focus Facility program.
About this facility
The Preserve is a 75-bed skilled nursing facility in Fort Myers, Lee County, Florida, with an average daily census of 70.2 residents. It is operated as a non-profit corporation and is certified to accept both Medicare and Medicaid, having first been approved for federal certification on April 9, 2020.
According to CMS Care Compare data, The Preserve holds an overall star rating of 5 out of 5, which is above the Florida state average of 3.27. Its component ratings are: health inspection rating of 5 stars, quality measure (QM) rating of 4 stars, and staffing rating of 4 stars.
Nurse staffing levels total 4.65 hours per resident per day, including 1.08 RN hours per resident per day. Nursing staff turnover is reported at 33.8%.
Regarding its penalty record, CMS reports zero federal fines on record, with total fines of $0.00 and no payment denials recorded. There is no abuse icon flagged for this facility, and it is not currently listed under CMS's Special Focus Facility program, which designates homes with a history of persistent poor performance subject to increased inspections.
The Preserve is part of the Volunteers Of America Senior Living chain, which operates 6 facilities nationally with an average chain rating of 3.2 stars, meaning this facility performs above its chain's average. There has been no change in ownership within the last 12 months, so current ratings reflect the present operator. Data source: 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?
The Preserve has a 5-star overall CMS rating, above the Florida state average of 3.27.
Does this facility accept Medicare, Medicaid, or both?
The Preserve is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
How well is this facility staffed — nurse hours per resident and turnover?
Total nurse staffing is 4.65 hours per resident per day, including 1.08 RN hours, with a staffing star rating of 4 and nursing turnover of 33.8%.
Does this facility have federal fines or penalties on record?
No, CMS records show zero fines, $0.00 in total fines, and no payment denials.
Has CMS flagged this facility for abuse or placed it in the Special Focus program?
No, CMS does not show an abuse icon for this facility, nor is it in the Special Focus Facility program.
How large is this facility and how many residents live there?
The Preserve is certified for 75 beds, with an average daily census of 70.2 residents.
Who owns this facility — and is it part of a chain?
The Preserve is a non-profit corporation and is part of the Volunteers Of America Senior Living chain, which operates 6 facilities with an average rating of 3.2 stars.
How long has this facility been Medicare/Medicaid certified?
The Preserve was first approved for certification on April 9, 2020.
What do the four different CMS star ratings mean?
CMS rates facilities on overall, health inspection, staffing, and quality measure performance; The Preserve scores 5, 5, 4, and 4 stars respectively.
Does this facility offer short-term rehabilitation as well as long-term care?
The data provided does not specify rehabilitation services; contact the facility at (239) 574-0078 or verify on Medicare Care Compare.
What should I look for when touring this facility?
The provided data does not cover tour details; contact the facility at (239) 574-0078 to arrange a visit.
How do I verify this facility's current record on Medicare Care Compare?
You can review the most current CMS data for The Preserve at https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/details/nursing-home/106137?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.