Life Care Center of Ocala
Scout 91Ocala, FL · 120 beds
5.0CMS rating
Skilled Nursing● Fills quickly
One of Ocala's top-rated skilled nursing communities.
Est. $9,040–$11,700/mo
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Palm Garden of Ocala
2700 Sw 34TH St, Ocala, FL 34474 · Marion County
Palm Garden of Ocala is a premier provider of short-term, long-term care and rehabilitation services in Ocala, Florida.
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StrongHaven Scout Score
Our composite of CMS ratings, staffing, and safety. This community rates strong.
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Availability outlook● Very limited availability
Typically 95% full (171 of 180 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 highly rated skilled nursing and rehab community in Ocala
Palm Garden of Ocala is a for-profit skilled nursing facility in Ocala, FL, with 180 certified beds and an average of about 171 residents per day. It operates as part of the Palm Garden Health and Rehabilitation network.
Medicare rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall — above the national average of about 3 stars. Component ratings: 3/5 on health inspections, 3/5 on staffing, 5/5 on quality measures.
Staff provide about 3.52 total nurse hours per resident each day (0.30 of them from registered nurses), below the national benchmark of roughly 3.9 hours. Annual nursing-staff turnover is about 51.7%, better than the ~52% national average — a sign of staffing stability. On the safety record, CMS notes 7 health deficiencies at its most recent standard survey, and 1 federal fine totaling $8,512 in the recent record.
Strengths
- ✓Full sprinkler system
Things to ask about
- •Below-average nurse staffing (3.52 hrs/resident/day)
Best for: Families who want a highly rated, well-staffed setting in Ocala for 24/7 skilled nursing or post-hospital rehabilitation.
At a glance
- Certified beds
- 180
- Avg. residents/day
- 171
- Ownership
- For profit - Limited Liability company
- Part of a chain
- Palm Garden Health and Rehabilitation
- Continuing care
- No
- CMS provider #
- 105562
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 | $9,040–$11,700/mo (median $10,080) | Local market estimate |
2024–2026 published survey medians, state median adjusted to local Ocala 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
- 3.52
- National avg ≈ 3.9
- RN hrs / resident / day
- 0.30
- National avg ≈ 0.75
- Nursing staff turnover
- 51.7%
- 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)
- 7
- Federal fines
- 1 ($8,512)
- Total penalties
- 1
- Last standard survey
- 2025-06-12
- Sprinkler system
- Yes
- Resident & family council
- None
What inspectors found
The most recent findings from federal health inspections (19 citations on record — showing the latest 8). Every nursing home is inspected roughly once a year; most receive some citations.
2025-12-17Severity D — potential for harmFrom a complaintPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
2025-06-12Severity E — 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.
2025-06-12Severity E — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Provide safe and appropriate respiratory care for a resident when needed.
2025-06-12Severity D — potential for harmResident Assessment and Care Planning Deficiencies
Ensure each resident receives an accurate assessment.
2025-06-12Severity D — potential for harmQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
2025-06-12Severity D — potential for harmPharmacy Service Deficiencies
Ensure each resident’s drug regimen must be free from unnecessary drugs.
2025-06-12Severity 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.
2024-12-19Severity G — actual harmFrom a complaintQuality of Life and Care Deficiencies
Ensure that a nursing home area is free from accident hazards and provides adequate supervision to prevent accidents.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2024-12-19 | Fine | $8,512 |
Services & amenities
- ✓ Full automatic sprinkler system
- ✓ Medicare & Medicaid certified
- ✓ 24-hour licensed nursing
- ✓ On-site rehabilitation therapy
- ✓ Rehabilitation services
- ✓ Daily activities & events
- ✓ Gardens / walking paths
Location
2700 Sw 34TH St, Ocala, 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 Palm Garden of Ocala cost?
Palm Garden of Ocala does not publish exact rates. Comparable skilled nursing in the Ocala, FL area typically runs $9,040–$11,700 per month (median $10,080, based on published survey medians adjusted for local prices). A Haven advisor can confirm current pricing for free.
What is Palm Garden of Ocala's Medicare rating?
Medicare (CMS) rates Palm Garden of Ocala 4 out of 5 stars overall, including 3/5 for health inspections, 3/5 for staffing, 5/5 for quality measures. The national average is about 3 stars.
How is the staffing at Palm Garden of Ocala?
Staff provide about 3.52 total nurse hours per resident per day (national benchmark ≈ 3.9), and annual nursing-staff turnover is about 51.7% (national average ≈ 52%). These figures are reported to the federal government and updated regularly.
What did inspectors find at Palm Garden of Ocala?
Palm Garden of Ocala has 19 health citations on its recent federal inspection record (last standard survey: 2025-06-12). The full citation-by-citation detail, with severity levels, is published on this page.
Does Palm Garden of Ocala have availability?
Typically 95% full (171 of 180 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 Palm Garden of Ocala offer?
Palm Garden of Ocala in Ocala, FL offers skilled nursing and is licensed for 180 beds.
The best time to decide is before a crisis decides for you
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- Move-ins take time: assessments, paperwork, and preparation typically run 2–6 weeks in Ocala.
- 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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