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Scout 100Fort Myers, FL · 64 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingContinuing Care (CCRC / Life Plan)● Fills quickly
One of Fort Myers's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $9,730–$12,580/mo
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Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit
13960 Plantation Road, Fort Myers, FL 33912 · Lee County
A 75 private-bed rehab facility near Gulf Coast Medical Center. It allows easy life transition with comfort, like dining on each floor. Call 239-343-1700.
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ExceptionalHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates exceptional.
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Availability outlook● Very limited availability
Typically 95% full (72 of 75 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast.
If this community is on your shortlist, checking current openings sooner rather than later genuinely matters here.
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 Fort Myers's top-rated skilled nursing communities
Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit is a government-owned skilled nursing facility in Fort Myers, FL, with 75 certified beds and an average of about 72 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, 5/5 on staffing, 4/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 5.72 total nurse hours per resident each day (3.03 of them from registered nurses), above the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 15.1%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 0 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $14,521 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓5-star overall CMS rating
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓Above-average nurse staffing (5.72 hrs/resident/day)
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓No deficiencies at last standard survey
- ✓Full sprinkler system
Things to ask about
None noted in the public data.
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Fort Myers for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 75
- Avg. residents/day
- 72
- Ownership
- Government - Hospital district
- Part of a chain
- Independent
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 106122
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 | $9,730–$12,580/mo (median $10,840) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Cape Coral 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
- 5.72
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 3.03
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 15.1%
- 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
- 1 ($14,521)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2023-08-24
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- None
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (6 citations on record — showing the latest 6). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2023-10-26Severity J — immediate jeopardyFrom a complaintNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives and the facility provides food that accommodates resident allergies, intolerances, and preferences, as well as appealing options.
2021-10-28Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Develop and implement a complete care plan that meets all the resident's needs, with timetables and actions that can be measured.
2021-10-28Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2021-10-28Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
2020-01-16Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Assist a resident in gaining access to vision and hearing services.
2020-01-16Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
Severity uses the CMS scope/severity scale: D–F = potential for harm, G–I = actual harm, J–L = immediate jeopardy. Source: CMS Care Compare health citations; data as of the latest federal release. Discuss any finding directly with the community on a tour.
Penalty history
Federal fines and Medicare/Medicaid payment denials on record.
| Date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| 2023-10-26 | Fine | $14,521 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Restaurant-style dining
- ✓ On-site salon / barber
- ✓ Wellness programs
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ Gardens / walking paths
Location
13960 Plantation Road, Fort Myers, FL
- Monday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Tuesday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Wednesday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Thursday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Friday: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
- Saturday: Closed
- Sunday: Closed
Reviews & reputation
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Talk to an advisor about this communityCommon questions about Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit
How much does Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit cost?
Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Fort Myers, FL area typically runs $9,730–$12,580 per month (median $10,840, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 5/5 for health inspections, 5/5 for staffing, 4/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit?
Staff provide about 5.72 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 15.1% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit?
Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit has 6 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2023-08-24). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit have availability?
Typically 95% full (72 of 75 beds occupied on an average day). Openings here tend to go fast. Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit offer?
Gulf Coast Medical Center Skilled Nursing Unit in Fort Myers, FL offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 75 beds.
The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you
Most families start this search after a fall, a hospital stay, or a caregiver reaching a breaking point — and end up choosing from whatever has a bed open that week. Families who plan even a few weeks ahead get to choose on quality, fit, and price instead of availability alone.
- Move-ins take time: assessments, paperwork, and preparation typically run 2–6 weeks in Cape Coral.
- The best communities fill first: top-rated communities often run a waitlist — touring early holds your place in line.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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