Fort Lauderdale, FL · 198 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled NursingModerate availability
One of Fort Lauderdale's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $10,850–$14,040/mo
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Nspire Healthcare Tamarac
5901 Nw 79TH Avenue, Tamarac, FL 33321 · Broward County
65
GoodHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates good.Photos via google places.
Availability outlook● Fills quickly
Typically 89% full (125 of 141 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
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A solid, federally rated skilled nursing option in Tamarac
Nspire Healthcare Tamarac is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Tamarac, FL, with 141 certified beds and an average of about 125 residents per day. It operates as part of the Consulate Health Care/Independence Living Centers/Nspire Healthcare/Raydiant Health Care network.
Medicare rates it 3 out of 5 stars overall — right around the national average. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 4/5 on staffing, 3/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.30 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.95 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 35.7%, 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
- ✓Low staff turnover (continuity of care)
- ✓No federal fines on record
- ✓Full sprinkler system
- ✓Active resident & family council
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.30 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families weighing a dependable, mid-rated skilled nursing option in Tamarac, especially when location or Medicaid acceptance matters.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 141
- Avg. residents/day
- 125
- Ownership
- For profit - Corporation
- Part of a chain
- Consulate Health Care/Independence Living Centers/Nspire Healthcare/Raydiant Health Care
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 105609
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 care | Monthly cost | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Skilled Nursing | $10,850–$14,040/mo (median $12,090) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Fort Lauderdale 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
- 3.30
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.95
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 35.7%
- 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
- 2025-12-11
- 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.
2025-12-11Severity D — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to organize and participate in resident/family groups in the facility.
2025-12-11Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide for the safe, appropriate administration of IV fluids for a resident when needed.
2025-12-11Severity D — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure menus must meet the nutritional needs of residents, be prepared in advance, be followed, be updated, be reviewed by dietician, and meet the needs of the resident.
2025-12-11Severity D — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Ensure therapeutic diets are prescribed by the attending physician and may be delegated to a registered or licensed dietitian, to the extent allowed by State law.
2025-12-11Severity D — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Procure food from sources approved or considered satisfactory and store, prepare, distribute and serve food in accordance with professional standards.
2024-06-12Severity E — potential for harmResident Rights Deficiencies
Honor the resident's right to a safe, clean, comfortable and homelike environment, including but not limited to receiving treatment and supports for daily living safely.
2024-06-12Severity E — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure drugs and biologicals used in the facility are labeled in accordance with currently accepted professional principles; and all drugs and biologicals must be stored in locked compartments, separately locked, compar…
2024-06-12Severity E — potential for harmNutrition and Dietary Deficiencies
Provide each resident with a nourishing, palatable, well-balanced diet that meets his or her daily nutritional and special dietary needs.
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
Location
5901 Nw 79TH Avenue, Tamarac, 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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How much does Nspire Healthcare Tamarac cost?
Nspire Healthcare Tamarac does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Tamarac, FL area typically runs $10,850–$14,040 per month (median $12,090, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Nspire Healthcare Tamarac's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Nspire Healthcare Tamarac 3 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 4/5 for staffing, 3/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Nspire Healthcare Tamarac?
Staff provide about 3.30 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 35.7% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Nspire Healthcare Tamarac?
Nspire Healthcare Tamarac has 27 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-12-11). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Nspire Healthcare Tamarac have availability?
Typically 89% full (125 of 141 beds occupied on an average day). Availability changes weekly — a Haven advisor can confirm current openings at no cost.
What types of care does Nspire Healthcare Tamarac offer?
Nspire Healthcare Tamarac in Tamarac, FL offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 141 beds.
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Last verified 2026-07-06. We refresh inspection data monthly and reviews continuously.
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