Royal Care Of Avon Park

Royal Care of Avon Park is a for-profit skilled nursing facility located at 1213 W Stratford Rd in Avon Park, Florida (Highlands County, ZIP 33825). The facility operates as a Limited Liability Company and is certified for both Medicare and Medicaid. It has a total of 90 certified beds and is currently active and accepting residents. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) assigns star ratings to nursing facilities based on health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. Royal Care of Avon Park holds an overall CMS rating of 2 out of 5 stars. The health inspection component carries a rating of 1 out of 5 stars, which is the lowest tier in that category and reflects findings from recent state and federal surveys. The staffing rating is 4 out of 5 stars, indicating that staffing levels at this facility compare favorably to national benchmarks. The quality measure rating is 5 out of 5 stars, the highest possible score in that category, based on clinical data reported for current and recent residents. The facility maintains an active license with the Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA). Prospective residents and their families are encouraged to review the most recent AHCA inspection report and survey date for the most current compliance information. Royal Care of Avon Park accepts both Medicare and Medicaid as forms of payment, making it accessible to residents who rely on federal insurance programs. This dual certification is relevant for individuals transitioning from a hospital stay under Medicare Part A coverage, as well as for long-term residents who may qualify for Medicaid-funded care. Private pay and other insurance arrangements may also be applicable, and the facility can be contacted directly at (863) 453-6674 for specific billing and admissions inquiries. When compared to Florida state averages, Royal Care of Avon Park presents a mixed profile. The overall 2-star rating falls below the state average, largely influenced by the 1-star health inspection score. However, the facility's staffing rating of 4 stars exceeds many comparable Florida nursing homes, and its 5-star quality measure rating places it in the top tier statewide for that specific metric. Florida nursing facilities face consistent scrutiny under state inspection protocols, and health inspection ratings can fluctuate based on citation history and correction plans. Individuals researching this facility are advised to review full CMS Nursing Home Compare data alongside AHCA records for a comprehensive assessment.