Nursing home / skilled nursing
Royal Care Of Avon Park
Nursing home / skilled nursing in Avon Park, Florida
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 1213 W STRATFORD RD |
| City | Avon Park |
| State | Florida |
| ZIP code | 33825 |
| County | Highlands |
| Phone | 863-453-6674 |
| Website | http://www.rcavonpark.net/ |
| CMS certification number (CCN) | 105812 |
| Ownership | For profit - Limited Liability company |
| Certified beds | 90 |
| Certification | Medicare and Medicaid |
| First approved for Medicare/Medicaid | July 1, 1993 |
| Located in a hospital | N |
| Continuing care retirement community | N |
| Care types | skilled nursing, rehab services |
| Services offered | skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services |
Royal Care Of Avon Park is in 1213 W STRATFORD RD, Avon Park, FL 33825. Phone: 863-453-6674. Ownership: For profit - Limited Liability company. CMS rates it 2 out of 5 stars overall (health inspection 1, staffing 3, quality measures 5). CMS inspection and staffing detail: total weighted health survey score 146.000; 2 federal fines totaling $17342.00; total nursing staff turnover 42.4%.
More about this provider
| The facility's own site says Royal Care of Avon Park understands changes in health care needs can fill families with uncertainty, and its caring staff provides peace of mind to families and individuals going through this transition. It locates the facility in Highlands County, providing individualized post-hospital care, and a testimonial on the page credits its attentive nursing and rehabilitation staff. | |
| Services and programs | Personal & Professional Skilled Nursing Care; individualized post-hospital care in a comfortable and safe environment; dedicated care available 24 hours |
| Who it serves | Seniors — site states: 'We champion independence and do our best to assist our seniors in returning to their prior level of functioning.' |
| Website | http://www.rcavonpark.net/ |
Quality measures
Source: CMS · CMS processing date: 2026-10-01
| Star ratings and staffing hours | |
|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2 of 5 |
| Health inspection rating | 1 of 5 |
| Staffing rating | 3 of 5 |
| Quality measure rating | 5 of 5 |
| Long-stay quality rating | 5 of 5 |
| Short-stay quality rating | 4 of 5 |
| RN staffing hours per resident per day | 0.82 |
| Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day | 4.00 |
Inspection results
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Rating Cycle 1 Total Health Score | 192 |
| Total Weighted Health Survey Score | 146.000 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Total Health Score | 8 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Health Deficiency Score | 128 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Health Deficiency Score | 8 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Standard Survey Health Date | 2024-05-09 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Total Number of Health Deficiencies | 18 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Total Number of Health Deficiencies | 2 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Number of Standard Health Deficiencies | 17 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Number of Complaint Health Deficiencies | 1 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Number of Complaint Health Deficiencies | 0 |
Staffing
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Nursing Case-Mix Index | 1.48044 |
| Registered Nurse turnover | 30.0 |
| Nursing Case-Mix Index Ratio | 1.04977 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 42.4 |
| Reported LPN Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 0.69310 |
| Reported Licensed Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 1.51793 |
| Reported Nurse Aide Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 2.47750 |
| Registered Nurse hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.58822 |
| Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 3.38248 |
Penalties
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Number of Fines | 2 |
| Number of Payment Denials | 0 |
| Total Number of Penalties | 2 |
| Total Amount of Fines in Dollars | 17342.00 |
Ownership
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Legal Business Name | AVON PARK ROYAL HOLDINGS LLC |
| Provider Changed Ownership in Last 12 Months | N |
Occupancy and payer mix
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Abuse Icon | N |
| High Performing Icon | N |
| With a Resident and Family Council | Both |
| Average Number of Residents per Day | 79.6 |
| Automatic Sprinkler Systems in All Required Areas | Yes |
| Most Recent Health Inspection More Than 2 Years Ago | Y |
Who pays for nursing home / skilled nursing?
What this care costs, and who pays — Medicare, Medicaid, or the family — is covered in these guides:
Nursing home / skilled nursing guide · Paying for care
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Common questions about Royal Care Of Avon Park
Where is Royal Care Of Avon Park located?
Royal Care Of Avon Park is at 1213 W STRATFORD RD, Avon Park, Florida 33825.
What care and services does Royal Care Of Avon Park offer?
Royal Care Of Avon Park offers skilled nursing, rehab services, skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services.
Is Royal Care Of Avon Park Medicare-certified?
Yes. Royal Care Of Avon Park is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid.
What is Royal Care Of Avon Park's quality rating?
CMS gives Royal Care Of Avon Park an overall star rating of 2 out of 5.
How do I contact Royal Care Of Avon Park?
Call Royal Care Of Avon Park at 863-453-6674.
How much does a nursing home cost?
The national median cost of a nursing home is $9,581 a month for a semi-private room and $10,798 a month for a private room (CareScout Cost of Care Survey, 2025). Costs in Florida can be higher or lower. See our guide to nursing home costs and who pays for the full picture.
Does Medicare pay for a nursing home?
Medicare Part A pays for skilled nursing care in a certified nursing home for up to 100 days in each benefit period. You need a hospital stay of at least 3 days first. You pay $0 a day for days 1 to 20, then $217 a day for days 21 to 100 (2026). After day 100, Medicare pays $0. Medicare does not pay for long-term care that only helps with daily tasks. Medicare Advantage plans cover skilled nursing too, with their own costs and rules. A Medigap plan can pay the daily cost share toward the Original Medicare benefit.
What is the difference between a nursing home and assisted living?
A nursing home gives skilled nursing care and rehab around the clock. Assisted living gives a room, meals, and help with daily tasks like bathing and dressing. It does not give round-the-clock nursing care. People who need daily medical care often need a nursing home. People who need help but not daily medical care often pick assisted living.
Who else pays for a nursing home besides Medicare?
Medicaid pays for nursing home care for people who meet its income and asset rules. It is the main payer for long stays. The VA pays for some veterans in VA or contract nursing homes. Long-term care insurance can pay for part of the cost. Most other costs are paid out of pocket.