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Life Care Center of Altamonte Springs

989 Orienta Ave, Altamonte Springs, FL 32701 · Seminole County

Our highly skilled, compassionate associates provide skilled nursing and rehabilitation services to the residents of Altamonte Springs, FL.

2.0CMS overall rating(407) 831-3446Visit website ↗
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Haven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates fair.
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Availability outlookVery limited availability

Typically 95% full (217 of 228 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.

A below-average federal rating — worth a careful look in Altamonte Springs

Life Care Center of Altamonte Springs is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Altamonte Springs, FL, with 228 certified beds and an average of about 217 residents per day. It operates as part of the Life Care Centers of America network.

Medicare rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall — below the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 1/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.

Staff provide about 3.85 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.57 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 33.3%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 6 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $83,493 in the recent record.

Strengths

  • Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
  • Full sprinkler system
  • Active resident & family council

Things to ask about

  • Below-average 2-star overall CMS rating
  • Below-average health-inspection rating
  • Below-average nurse staffing (3.85 hrs/resident/day)
  • $83,493 in federal fines
Best for: Families considering this community should tour in person, request the latest survey, and weigh it against higher-rated Altamonte Springs options — our advisors can help you compare.

At a glance

Certified beds
228
Avg. residents/day
217
Ownership
For profit - Corporation
Part of a chain
Life Care Centers of America
Continuing care
No
CMS provider #
105365

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

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Level of careMonthly costSource
Skilled Nursing$9,630–$12,460/mo (median $10,740)Local market estimate

2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Orlando prices (BEA regional price parities). Request a quote for exact pricing. Range spans semi-private to private rooms. How we estimate costs

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Staffing & care

More nursing time per resident — and lower turnover — generally means more attentive care.

Total nurse hrs / resident / day
3.85
National avg ≈ 3.9
RN hrs / resident / day
0.57
National avg ≈ 0.75
Nursing staff turnover
33.3%
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)
6
Federal fines
1 ($83,493)
Total penalties
2
Last standard survey
2025-08-21
Sprinkler system
Yes
Resident & family council
Resident

What inspectors found

The most recent findings from federal health inspections (27 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.

2025-08-21Severity G — actual harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe, appropriate pain management for a resident who requires such services.

2025-08-21Severity D — potential for harmFreedom from Abuse, Neglect, and Exploitation Deficiencies

Respond appropriately to all alleged violations.

2025-08-21Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

2025-08-21Severity D — potential for harmEnvironmental Deficiencies

Make sure that a working call system is available in each resident's bathroom and bathing area.

2025-07-16Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Rights Deficiencies

Honor the resident's right to voice grievances without discrimination or reprisal and the facility must establish a grievance policy and make prompt efforts to resolve grievances.

2025-07-16Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies

Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.

2024-07-17Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies

Provide pharmaceutical services to meet the needs of each resident and employ or obtain the services of a licensed pharmacist.

2024-07-17Severity E — potential for harmFrom a complaintResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies

Safeguard resident-identifiable information and/or maintain medical records on each resident that are in accordance with accepted professional standards.

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.

DateTypeAmount
2023-08-18Fine$83,493
2023-08-18Payment denial

Services & amenities

  • Full automatic sprinkler system
  • Medicare & Medicaid certified
  • 24-hour licensed nursing
  • On-site rehabilitation therapy
  • Rehabilitation services
  • 24-hour staff

Location

989 Orienta Ave, Altamonte Springs, 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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Common questions about Life Care Center of Altamonte Springs

How much does Life Care Center of Altamonte Springs cost?

Life Care Center of Altamonte Springs does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Altamonte Springs, FL area typically runs $9,630–$12,460 per month (median $10,740, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.

What is Life Care Center of Altamonte Springs's Medicare rating?

Medicare (CMS) rates Life Care Center of Altamonte Springs 2 out of 5 stars overall, including 1/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.

How is the staffing at Life Care Center of Altamonte Springs?

Staff provide about 3.85 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 33.3% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.

What did inspectors find at Life Care Center of Altamonte Springs?

Life Care Center of Altamonte Springs has 27 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-08-21). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.

Does Life Care Center of Altamonte Springs have availability?

Typically 95% full (217 of 228 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 Life Care Center of Altamonte Springs offer?

Life Care Center of Altamonte Springs in Altamonte Springs, FL offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 228 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.

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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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