Cypress Cove Care Center
Scout 91Crystal River, FL · 120 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Crystal River's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $8,880–$11,500/mo
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Life Care Center of Citrus County
3325 W Jerwayne Ln, Lecanto, FL 34461 · Citrus County
Our highly skilled, compassionate associates provide skilled nursing and rehabilitation services to the residents of Lecanto, FL.
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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● Fills quickly
Typically 94% full (113 of 120 beds occupied on an average day).
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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 Lecanto's top-rated skilled nursing communities
Life Care Center of Citrus County is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Lecanto, FL, with 120 certified beds and an average of about 113 residents per day. It operates as part of the Life Care Centers of America network.
Medicare rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 4/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.73 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.32 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 42.9%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 5 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey.
Strengths
- ✓5-star overall CMS rating
- ✓Strong health-inspection rating
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.73 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Lecanto for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 120
- Avg. residents/day
- 113
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Life Care Centers of America
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 105870
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 | $8,880–$11,500/mo (median $9,900) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Homosassa Springs 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
- 3.73
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.32
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 42.9%
- 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)
- 5
- Federal fines
- None on record
- Total penalties
- 0
- Last standard survey
- 2026-02-12
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- Resident
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (13 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2026-02-12Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a dignified existence, self-determination, communication, and to exercise his or her rights.
2026-02-12Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
2026-02-12Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide appropriate treatment and care according to orders, resident’s preferences and goals.
2026-02-12Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
2026-02-12Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
2024-09-12Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
2024-09-12Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure a licensed pharmacist perform a monthly drug regimen review, including the medical chart, following irregularity reporting guidelines in developed policies and procedures.
2024-09-12Severity D — potential for harmInfection Control Deficiencies
Provide and implement an infection prevention and control program.
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.
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ On-site salon / barber
Location
3325 W Jerwayne Ln, Lecanto, 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 Life Care Center of Citrus County
How much does Life Care Center of Citrus County cost?
Life Care Center of Citrus County does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Lecanto, FL area typically runs $8,880–$11,500 per month (median $9,900, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Life Care Center of Citrus County's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Life Care Center of Citrus County 5 out of 5 stars overall, including 4/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Life Care Center of Citrus County?
Staff provide about 3.73 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 42.9% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Life Care Center of Citrus County?
Life Care Center of Citrus County has 13 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2026-02-12). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Life Care Center of Citrus County have availability?
Typically 94% full (113 of 120 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Life Care Center of Citrus County offer?
Life Care Center of Citrus County in Lecanto, FL offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 120 beds.
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- Move-ins take time: assessments, paperwork, and preparation typically run 2–6 weeks in Homosassa Springs.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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