Nursing home / skilled nursing
Oak Hammock At The University Of Florida Inc
Nursing home / skilled nursing in Gainesville, Florida
| Provider details | |
|---|---|
| Address | 2660 SW 53RD LN |
| City | Gainesville |
| State | Florida |
| ZIP code | 32608 |
| County | Alachua |
| Phone | 352-548-1142 |
| Website | https://oakhammock.org/ |
| CMS certification number (CCN) | 106066 |
| Ownership | Non profit - Corporation |
| Certified beds | 73 |
| Certification | Medicare |
| First approved for Medicare/Medicaid | March 24, 2005 |
| Located in a hospital | N |
| Continuing care retirement community | N |
| Care types | skilled nursing, rehab services |
| Services offered | skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services |
Oak Hammock At The University Of Florida Inc is in 2660 SW 53RD LN, Gainesville, FL 32608. Phone: 352-548-1142. Ownership: Non profit - Corporation. CMS rates it 5 out of 5 stars overall (health inspection 4, staffing 5, quality measures 5). CMS inspection and staffing detail: total weighted health survey score 14.000; 0 federal fines totaling $0.00; total nursing staff turnover 33.7%.
More about this provider
| Oak Hammock is an interactive Life Plan Community in Gainesville affiliated with the University of Florida, offering a continuum of care including skilled nursing and rehabilitation, lifelong learning opportunities, and a pet-friendly 136-acre campus; as a non-profit it reinvests in the community. | |
| Services and programs | Life Plan / continuing care community with a full continuum including skilled nursing and rehabilitation in its Skilled Nursing and Health Pavilion (short-term rehabilitation and long-term care), alongside independent living and other health care levels; University of Florida-affiliated lifelong learning classes, events, and programs; pet-friendly 136-acre campus. |
| Who it serves | Motivated individuals / seniors seeking a Life Plan Community lifestyle, in southwest Gainesville |
| Accreditation | Site states 'Proud AAPACN Organizational Member Since 2025' and that the community is non-profit |
| Inspection highlights | Site article states the Skilled Nursing and Health Pavilion team was assigned a five-star rating for both short-term rehabilitation and long-term care by CMS, with five-star ratings across overall quality, health inspections, quality measures, and staffing, and that Oak Hammock was also named a Best Nursing Home by U.S. News & World Report (top 19% of more than 15,000 skilled nursing facilities). |
| Visiting and contact details | Site contact block: Oak Hammock at the University of Florida, 5100 S.W. 25th Blvd., Gainesville, FL 32608; General Information 352-548-1000; Sales & Marketing 352-548-1024; tours can be scheduled via the site |
| Website | https://oakhammock.org/ |
Quality measures
Source: CMS · CMS processing date: 2026-10-01
| Star ratings and staffing hours | |
|---|---|
| Overall rating | 5 of 5 |
| Health inspection rating | 4 of 5 |
| Staffing rating | 5 of 5 |
| Quality measure rating | 5 of 5 |
| Long-stay quality rating | 5 of 5 |
| Short-stay quality rating | 5 of 5 |
| RN staffing hours per resident per day | 0.90 |
| Total nurse staffing hours per resident per day | 5.60 |
Inspection results
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Rating Cycle 1 Total Health Score | 4 |
| Total Weighted Health Survey Score | 14.000 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Total Health Score | 44 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Health Deficiency Score | 4 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Health Deficiency Score | 44 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Standard Survey Health Date | 2026-07-01 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Total Number of Health Deficiencies | 1 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Total Number of Health Deficiencies | 7 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Number of Standard Health Deficiencies | 1 |
| Rating Cycle 1 Number of Complaint Health Deficiencies | 0 |
| Rating Cycle 2/3 Number of Complaint Health Deficiencies | 0 |
Staffing
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Nursing Case-Mix Index | 1.33848 |
| Registered Nurse turnover | 27.3 |
| Nursing Case-Mix Index Ratio | 0.94911 |
| Total nursing staff turnover | 33.7 |
| Reported LPN Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 1.19410 |
| Reported Licensed Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 2.09827 |
| Number of administrators who have left the nursing home | 0 |
| Reported Nurse Aide Staffing Hours per Resident per Day | 3.50188 |
| Registered Nurse hours per resident per day on the weekend | 0.70034 |
| Total number of nurse staff hours per resident per day on the weekend | 5.11236 |
Penalties
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Number of Fines | 0 |
| Number of Payment Denials | 0 |
| Total Number of Penalties | 0 |
| Total Amount of Fines in Dollars | 0.00 |
Ownership
| Source: CMS · processing date 2026-10-01 | |
|---|---|
| Legal Business Name | OAK HAMMOCK AT THE UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA INC |
| 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 | Y |
| With a Resident and Family Council | Resident |
| Average Number of Residents per Day | 67.3 |
| Automatic Sprinkler Systems in All Required Areas | Yes |
| Most Recent Health Inspection More Than 2 Years Ago | N |
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 Oak Hammock At The University Of Florida Inc
Where is Oak Hammock At The University Of Florida Inc located?
Oak Hammock At The University Of Florida Inc is at 2660 SW 53RD LN, Gainesville, Florida 32608.
What care and services does Oak Hammock At The University Of Florida Inc offer?
Oak Hammock At The University Of Florida Inc offers skilled nursing, rehab services, skilled nursing care, rehabilitation services.
Is Oak Hammock At The University Of Florida Inc Medicare-certified?
Yes. Oak Hammock At The University Of Florida Inc is certified for Medicare.
What is Oak Hammock At The University Of Florida Inc's quality rating?
CMS gives Oak Hammock At The University Of Florida Inc an overall star rating of 5 out of 5.
How do I contact Oak Hammock At The University Of Florida Inc?
Call Oak Hammock At The University Of Florida Inc at 352-548-1142.
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.