Crestview, FL · 180 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
One of Crestview's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $9,220–$11,920/mo
View full evaluation →Skilled NursingCMS verified
Destination Health and Rehabilitation Center
195 Mattie M Kelly Blvd, Destin, FL 32541 · Okaloosa County
Destin, FL & Ft Walton Beach, FL rehab: physical therapy, occupational therapy, orthopedic rehabilitation, short term care, long term care, stroke recovery, speech therapy, wound care.
87
ExceptionalHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.
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Availability outlookUsually has openings
Typically 68% full — availability is generally good.
Source: federal census data (average daily residents vs. certified beds, CMS Care Compare). Confirm current openings with an advisor — availability changes weekly.
Our evaluation
An honest, data-grounded look at this community — every claim is drawn from public inspection data.
One of Destin's top-rated skilled nursing communities
Destination Health and Rehabilitation Center is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Destin, FL, with 119 certified beds and an average of about 81 residents per day.
Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 5/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.79 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.60 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 63.2%, higher than the ~52% national average. On the safety record, CMS notes 0 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓5-star overall CMS rating
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓No deficiencies at last standard survey
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.79 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Destin for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 119
- Avg. residents/day
- 81
- Ownership
- For profit - Partnership
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 106152
Federal quality ratings
From the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), on a 1–5 star scale.
Overall rating
Health inspections
Staffing
Quality measures
Pricing & cost
We publish transparent estimates and verify exact pricing on request. No surprises.
| Level of care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $9,220–$11,920/mo (median $10,270) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Crestview prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs
Staffing & care
More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.
- Total nurse hrs / resident / day
- 3.79
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.60
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 63.2%
- National avg ≈ 52%
Safety & inspection record
Federal inspectors survey nursing homes roughly once a year. Here's the latest on file.
- Health deficiencies (last survey)
- 0
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2025-02-27
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Both
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Physical therapy
- ✓ Occupational therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ Daily activities & events
Location
195 Mattie M Kelly Blvd, Destin, FL
- Monday: Open 24 hours
- Tuesday: Open 24 hours
- Wednesday: Open 24 hours
- Thursday: Open 24 hours
- Friday: Open 24 hours
- Saturday: Open 24 hours
- Sunday: Open 24 hours
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Destination Health and Rehabilitation Center
How much does Destination Health and Rehabilitation Center cost?
Destination Health and Rehabilitation Center does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Destin, FL area typically runs $9,220–$11,920 per month (median $10,270, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Destination Health and Rehabilitation Center's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Destination Health and Rehabilitation Center 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 5/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Destination Health and Rehabilitation Center?
Staff provide about 3.79 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 63.2% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Destination Health and Rehabilitation Center?
Destination Health and Rehabilitation Center has 0 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-02-27). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Destination Health and Rehabilitation Center have availability?
Typically 68% full — availability is generally good. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Destination Health and Rehabilitation Center offer?
Destination Health and Rehabilitation Center in Destin, FL offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 119 beds.
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- Move-ins take time: assessments, paperwork, and preparation typically run 2–6 weeks in Crestview.
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- Touring costs nothing and commits you to nothing — but it turns a future emergency into a calm, informed choice.
Your next steps — this week
- 1Confirm the fitCheck the inspection record and staffing data on this page against your loved one's needs.
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Data sources:CMS verifiedGoogleOfficial website
Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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