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Crystal River Health And Rehabilitation Center

136 NORTHEAST 12TH AVENUE, Crystal River, FL, 34429 · 3527955044

Nursing HomeMedicare CertifiedMedicaid CertifiedUpdated 2026-05-19
4.0
★★★★☆
Overall Rating
Health Inspection
3.0
Staffing
4.0
Quality Measures
5.0
150
Licensed Beds
4.0
Staffing Rating
Crystal River Health and Rehabilitation Center holds a 4-star overall rating from CMS, which puts it above average compared to nursing homes nationwide. That overall score is a composite built from three separate ratings, each measuring something different about how the facility operates. Health inspections come in at 3 stars, meaning the facility falls right around average when it comes to the number and seriousness of citations found during state inspections. That is not a red flag, but it does suggest families may want to ask about any recent inspection findings and how the facility addressed them. Staffing earns 4 stars, which is good news practically speaking, since it means residents are getting more nurse time and attention relative to their needs than most facilities provide. The standout score here is a 5-star rating for Quality Measures, the highest possible, reflecting strong results across 15 clinical indicators like wound care, fall rates, and residents' physical functioning. When you put those three pieces together, you get a facility that genuinely performs well in the areas that affect day-to-day resident health and care. The strong staffing and exceptional quality outcomes carry real weight for families who want to feel confident that their loved one will be closely monitored and well cared for. The average health inspection score is worth a follow-up conversation, but overall, Crystal River Health and Rehabilitation Center shows a solid track record and is a reasonable choice worth serious consideration.
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Questions to ask when visiting
1. How many residents does each certified nursing assistant typically care for during a day shift, and does that number change at night or on weekends? 2. How long have most of your direct care staff been working here, and what is your average staff turnover rate over the past year? 3. Can you walk me through exactly what happens if a resident falls or has a medical emergency in the middle of the night? 4. How does the facility handle a resident who starts refusing meals, losing weight, or showing signs of depression? 5. What does a typical Tuesday look like for a resident who needs help with bathing, meals, and getting around? 6. In the past year, has this facility been cited for any deficiencies by state inspectors, and can I see the most recent survey report? For more guidance on evaluating facilities, see our guide to [questions to ask when choosing a Florida nursing home](/blog/questions-to-ask-before-choosing-a-nursing-home-in-florida).
About CMS Star Ratings

CMS assigns 1–5 star ratings to Medicare and Medicaid-certified nursing homes based on three domains: health inspections, staffing levels, and quality measures. The overall rating is a weighted composite.

A 5-star overall rating does not guarantee excellence in every domain — inspect each sub-rating independently. Data is updated quarterly.

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Data sourced from CMS Care Compare. Last updated via nightly pipeline.