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Tarpon Bayou Center
515 Chesapeake Dr, Tarpon Springs, FL 34689 · Pinellas County · (727) 934-4629
Fewer inspection deficiencies (17) than 5% of nursing homes in Florida. Rated #2 of 2 nursing homes in Tarpon Springs by overall CMS stars. Nursing hours per resident day: 3.2 — below the Florida average of 3.82.
Quality details (CMS data, Oct 2026 release)
| Certified beds | 114 |
| Average residents per day | 98.3 |
| Ownership | Non-profit |
| Participation | Medicare and Medicaid |
| Provider chain | HEARTHSTONE SENIOR COMMUNITIES |
| Nursing hours per resident per day | 3.16 (Florida average: 3.82) |
| — of which RN hours | 0.56 |
| — of which nurse aide hours | 2.00 |
| Staff turnover | 23% |
| RN turnover | 29% |
| Most recent health inspection | Apr 11, 2024 |
| Deficiencies cited (latest cycle) | 17 (Florida average: 7.1) |
| Weighted inspection score (lower is better) | 136 |
| Federal fines in past 3 years | 1 fine(s) totaling $10,170 |
| Payment denials / penalties | 1 |
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Source: U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), Provider Information dataset, Oct 2026 release (processing date Sep 1, 2026). Ratings reflect inspection cycles and reported staffing; visit any facility in person before deciding.